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23 June 2026

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7/10

Net FDI surge in April 2026

  • Net FDI in India reached $6.6 billion in April 2026, the highest level in nearly five years.
  • The April 2026 figure represents a significant recovery after six consecutive months of negative net FDI up to February 2026.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

RBI Bulletin on global economic landscape

  • RBI Bulletin (June edition) identifies the global economic landscape as fragile despite the interim U.S.-Iran peace agreement.
  • Potential risks of agreement breakdown: inflationary expectations, energy infrastructure disruption, delayed investment, food security concerns, and financial instability.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

Tamil Nadu fiscal autonomy white paper

  • Tamil Nadu's fiscal white paper identifies structural weaknesses in state finances, noting that a significant portion of the fiscal deficit is used to fund revenue deficits rather than asset creation.
  • Approximately 60 paise of every rupee borrowed is utilized for current consumption.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 13-day story

7/10

India's core sector growth slowdown

  • Core sector growth in India slowed to 0.5% in May 2026, the second-lowest rate in 21 months.
  • The Index of Eight Core Industries is released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

Delhi government time-bound service delivery

  • The Delhi government has expanded the scope of the Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound Delivery of Services) Act, 2011 by adding 23 new services.
  • The Act mandates fixed deadlines for the delivery of government services, approvals, licences, registrations, and NOCs.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

6/10

Global scholarly publishing and open access

  • Global scholarly publishing is shifting toward knowledge sovereignty, with major research-producing nations reducing dependence on commercial publishers.
  • China is building an integrated domestic publishing ecosystem, discouraging 'impact factor' metrics, and incentivizing publication in domestic journals to capture revenue and prestige.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Antarctic Treaty System history quiz

  • The Antarctic Treaty System entered into force on June 23, 1961.
  • Orcadas Base, established in 1904, is the oldest continuously operating research station in Antarctica.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Kerala MPs protest Mullaperiyar dam panel changes

  • The Comprehensive Dam Safety Evaluation Committee (CDSEC) is a five-member body tasked with assessing the safety of the Mullaperiyar dam.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the unilateral removal of a state-nominated representative from the CDSEC without consultation with the state government.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

6/10

Supreme Court on Himachal Pradesh judicial appointments

  • The Supreme Court declined to entertain a petition by a judicial officer challenging the Collegium's recommendation for elevation to the Himachal Pradesh High Court.
  • The Collegium, led by the Chief Justice of India, recommended three judicial officers for elevation to the High Court on June 2.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Punjab regulation of private school fees

  • The Punjab government has approved the 'Punjab Regulation of Fee of Un-aided Educational Institutions (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026'.
  • The ordinance introduces a statutory cap of 5% on the annual fee hike for private unaided schools in the state.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

6/10

Eviction of slum clusters near PM residence

  • Eviction notices issued by the Land and Development Office in October 2025 for three JJ clusters: Bhai Ram Camp, DID Camp, and Masjid Camp near Lok Kalyan Marg.
  • Delhi High Court granted interim relief on June 15, halting demolition until July 1 for residents who have not accepted alternative accommodation.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Delhi High Court on BSES audit

  • The Delhi High Court dismissed petitions by BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd. and BSES Yamuna Power Ltd. challenging the Delhi government's proposal for a CAG audit.
  • The court ruled that the challenge filed by the power distribution companies (discoms) was premature.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 4-day story

6/10

US-Iran nuclear negotiations and sanctions

  • Direct nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran held in Switzerland have established a foundation for a potential final deal.
  • Iran has agreed to allow UN International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors to return to the country.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 54-day story

5/10

ED investigation into CMRL pay-off case

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating an alleged pay-off case involving Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd. (CMRL).
  • The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, identified fictitious cash expenses totaling ₹182 crore over a 15-year period.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

5/10

Ammonia gas leak in Tamil Nadu

  • Incident: Ammonia gas leak at a private seafood processing and export unit in Kannigaipair Manjangaranai, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu.
  • Casualties: 7 deaths confirmed, all women from Odisha; 77 individuals affected in total.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

5/10

Mob violence over child-lifting rumours in Odisha

  • Recent surge in mob violence in Odisha linked to child-lifting rumours.
  • Incidents reported across multiple districts including Sambalpur, Rayagada, Mayurbhanj, and Balasore.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

5/10

Lucknow coaching centre fire

  • Lucknow fire incident: 15 deaths and 5 injuries reported in a three-storey commercial building in Aliganj.
  • Building usage: Housing a graphics animation coaching centre, a library, and a pet shop.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 10-day story

5/10

West Bengal BJP government's first budget

  • Total budget outlay for West Bengal: ₹4.38 lakh crore.
  • Objective: Industrial revival, job creation, and alignment with the 'Viksit Bharat' vision.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

4/10

Strain engineering in computing

  • Strain engineering involves using mechanical pressure at the atomic level to alter material properties like electrical conductivity and magnetic information storage.
  • The process involves stretching or squeezing the atomic lattice.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Ebola outbreak in Congo

  • Ebola outbreak in Congo has reached 1,003 confirmed cases.
  • The outbreak has resulted in 254 deaths to date.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 9-day story

4/10

China sanctions US tech firms

  • China has imposed sanctions on 10 U.S. military-related companies in retaliation for U.S. restrictions on Chinese tech firms regarding defense contracts.
  • The sanctions involve a ban on the export of 'dual-use' items—goods with both military and non-military applications—from Chinese companies to the affected U.S. firms.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Explosion at Qatar gas plant

  • An explosion occurred at the Barzan local gas supply facility in the Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar.
  • The incident resulted in 13 deaths, including 12 Indian nationals and one Pakistani national.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Ambuja Cements and Leilac low-carbon project

  • Ambuja Cements (Adani Group) and U.K.-based Leilac have signed an agreement for a low-carbon cement demonstration project in Kutch, Gujarat.
  • The project aims to integrate Leilac’s carbon capture and hybrid electric heating technology into cement production.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Karnataka BJP cross-voting fallout

  • Recent Legislative Council elections in Karnataka witnessed instances of cross-voting by MLAs.
  • Cross-voting involved members of an opposition alliance supporting candidates from the ruling party.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Kerala High Court actor assault case appeal

  • Kerala High Court has admitted the State government's appeal in the 2017 actor assault case.
  • The appeal seeks to enhance the punishment of the convicted and challenges the acquittal of other accused individuals.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Kerala tax proposal on low-alcohol drinks

  • The Kerala government has proposed a reduction in taxes on low-alcohol beverages.
  • The proposal has faced opposition from various stakeholders, including political groups and religious organizations.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 4-day story

4/10

Kerala bureaucrat apology in High Court

  • A senior bureaucrat submitted an unconditional apology to the Kerala High Court regarding a contempt of court petition.
  • The case involves alleged irregularities in the import of raw cashew by the Kerala State Cashew Development Corporation (KSCDC) between 2006 and 2015, valued at ₹600 crore.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Faridabad protest against demolition drive

  • Residents of Nehru Colony, Faridabad, protested against the Municipal Corporation of Faridabad (MCF) regarding demolition drives conducted on May 29-30.
  • Protesters claim demolitions occurred without prior notice, affecting a 70-year-old settlement.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Disqualification of AIMIM corporator in BMC

  • A corporator in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) was disqualified following the invalidation of their caste validity certificate by the District Caste Scrutiny Committee.
  • The seat in question was reserved for candidates belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Shashi Tharoor's visit to Jammu and Kashmir

  • The Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs has a defined mandate focused on foreign policy, specifically Indo-Pakistan relations, Sino-Indian relations, and the administrative functioning of passport offices.
  • Parliamentary committees are restricted to their specific mandates and cannot conduct assessments on domestic matters outside their purview.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Bihar BJP mobilization of EBC voters

  • Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) are identified as a critical demographic for welfare policy implementation in Bihar.
  • The state government has emphasized a policy of strict action against organized crime to ensure public safety.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Kheer Bhawani mela in Kashmir

  • The annual Kheer Bhawani mela is held at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Tulmulla, Ganderbal, Kashmir.
  • The festival coincides with the occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Health complications in Jodhpur hospital

  • Eight women developed post-caesarean complications at a Jodhpur district hospital.
  • Symptoms reported include excessive bleeding, low blood pressure, and kidney failure.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

MCD action on stray cattle

  • MCD Veterinary Department impounded two stray cows in Tughlakabad Extension, Delhi, following a physical attack on a child.
  • The incident was verified through CCTV footage showing the animal charging and goring the victim.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

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