Staying updated with today's current affairs is essential for competitive exam aspirants preparing for SSC, UPSC, Banking, State PSCs, and Railway exams. The 22 June 2026 current affairs cover major national developments, international events, naval commissioning, sports achievements, agriculture schemes, and important days that frequently appear in the General Awareness section of government exams.
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- PM Modi Leads 12th International Day of Yoga from Red Road, Kolkata – Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the national observance of the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) from Red Road in central Kolkata, West Bengal on 21 June 2026, participating in the Common Yoga Protocol session alongside thousands of yoga practitioners. The 2026 theme is "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting Yoga's role in promoting physical health, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and active ageing - particularly relevant in an era of increasing life expectancy. Exam importance: Since its inception in 2015, when the UNGA adopted India's proposal to observe 21 June as IDY, PM Modi has led the celebrations from various locations including New Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Mysuru, New York (UN Headquarters), Srinagar, and Vishakhapatnam. IDY was proclaimed by the UNGA via Resolution 69/131 on 11 December 2014; first observed on 21 June 2015; 21 June is the Summer Solstice (longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere); 2026 is the 12th observance.
- PM Modi Commissions Three Indigenous Naval Ships - INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, INS Agray - at Kolkata – Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously designed and built naval ships at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, West Bengal on 21 June 2026: INS Dunagiri (advanced stealth frigate), INS Sanshodhak (survey vessel, large), and INS Agray (anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft). Exam importance: All three vessels were designed by the Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. INS Dunagiri is the fifth Project 17A stealth frigate and the second of this class built by GRSE - Project 17A is the successor to the Shivalik-class frigates. INS Sanshodhak is the fourth and final vessel under the Sandhayak-class survey ship programme; the 110-metre-long ship displaces around 3,300 tonnes and is fitted with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), and advanced hydrographic survey equipment. This is only the second time in recent years that three major naval platforms have been commissioned simultaneously; GRSE, Kolkata is a major defence shipyard under the Ministry of Defence.
- PM Modi Releases 23rd Instalment of PM-KISAN Scheme Worth ₹18,880 Crore – PM Narendra Modi released the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on 20 June 2026, transferring ₹18,880 crore directly into the bank accounts of beneficiary farmers across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Exam importance: PM-KISAN was launched on 24 February 2019; it provides ₹6,000 per year (in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 each) to small and marginal farmers with landholding up to 2 hectares; administered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare; funded entirely by the Government of India; the scheme has benefited over 9 crore farmers cumulatively.
- PM Modi Launches PM Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in West Bengal; AgriStack Also Launched – PM Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in West Bengal during his 20–21 June visit, extending the world's largest crop insurance scheme to farmers in the state. During 2026–27, the initiative aims to provide insurance coverage to nearly 50 lakh farmers across about 14 lakh hectares, protecting crops with an estimated insured value of around ₹28,140 crore while supporting farmers through substantial premium subsidy. As part of the Digital Agriculture Mission, PM also launched AgriStack in West Bengal, enabling a unified digital platform for verified agriculture-related services such as fertiliser distribution, Kisan Credit Cards, Direct Benefit Transfers, and procurement under the MSP system. Exam importance: PMFBY was launched on 18 February 2016; it is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare with a premium subsidy shared by Centre and State; AgriStack is India's federated farmer-centric digital infrastructure linking land records, crop data, and farmer identity for seamless service delivery; AgriStack is part of India's Digital Agriculture Mission (launched 2024).
- India to Host BRICS National Security Advisers' Meeting on 22–23 June 2026 – India hosted the BRICS National Security Advisers' (NSA) Meeting on 22–23 June 2026, chaired by India's NSA Ajit Doval under India's 2026 BRICS Presidency. The meeting brought together NSAs from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, and expanded BRICS members to deliberate on geopolitical security, counter-terrorism, cyber security, and multilateral governance. Exam importance: India assumed the BRICS Presidency in 2026; current BRICS members include the original five (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) and expanded members (Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, among others); this meeting is part of India's broader BRICS leadership calendar, which also included the BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting and Indore Declaration in June 2026; Ajit Doval was reappointed NSA in June 2024 for a 5th term.
- NPCIL Completes Installation of Reactor Pressure Vessel at Kudankulam Unit-5 – The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) completed the installation of the Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) at Unit-5 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) in Tamil Nadu. The 320-tonne RPV installation marks a major milestone in the construction of the 6,000 MW KKNPP, the largest nuclear power plant complex in India. Exam importance: Kudankulam NPP is located in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, developed under India-Russia civilian nuclear cooperation; Units 1 & 2 are operational (2,000 MW combined); Units 3 & 4 are under construction; Units 5 & 6 are in advanced stages of construction; NPCIL is under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE); KKNPP uses VVER-1000 (AES-92) reactors supplied by Rosatom, Russia.
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International Current Affairs
- PM Modi Participates in Paschimbanga Divas at Tarakeswar, Hooghly – PM Modi participated in West Bengal Day (Paschimbanga Divas) celebrations at Tarakeswar, Hooghly on 20 June 2026, the venue historically associated with Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The 2026 theme for Paschimbanga Divas was "West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development," reflecting the state's cultural richness, social cohesion, and developmental aspirations. Exam importance: Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Foundation Day) is observed on 20 June - the day in 1947 when the Bengal Legislative Assembly voted to partition Bengal and join India, leading to the creation of West Bengal; Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee was the founding president of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and a key figure in West Bengal's political history.
- India Eyes Revival of Trade with Iran Following Peace Deal, Studies Sanctions Landscape – India is actively studying the implications of the Iran–US peace deal to assess a possible revival of bilateral trade and commerce with Iran, including resumption of Indian imports of Iranian crude oil, which had been suspended under US sanctions since 2019. Exam importance: India was one of the largest importers of Iranian crude oil before US secondary sanctions in 2019; the Chabahar Port agreement between India, Iran, and Afghanistan gives India access to Afghanistan and Central Asia bypassing Pakistan; the India–Iran Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) of 2018 provides concessions on select goods; the ceasefire and peace deal signed in June 2026 between Iran and the US, along with the naval blockade being lifted, is expected to ease the path for bilateral trade normalisation.
Sports
- India Win FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup 2025-26, Beat New Zealand 2-0 in Final – The Indian Women's Hockey Team was crowned champion of the FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26 after defeating the hosts 2-0 in the final at the North Harbour National Hockey Centre, Auckland, New Zealand on 21 June 2026. Navneet Kaur (4') gave India the early lead before Sunelita Toppo (15') doubled the advantage, and the team produced a stellar defensive display to protect their lead and win the title. Exam importance: This is India's second Nations Cup title, having won the inaugural edition in 2022. Winning the FIH Nations Cup earns India promotion back to the FIH Pro League for the 2026–27 season, which will also double as an LA 2028 Olympic qualifier. India remained unbeaten throughout their campaign - defeating USA (3-2), Japan (2-1), and Uruguay (3-2) in Pool A matches, before registering a commanding 6-0 win over Chile in the semi-final. Lalremsiami was named Player of the Match in the final; Deepika finished as the tournament's joint-highest scorer with 6 goals, sharing the honour with USA's Ashley Sessa; Hockey India announced a cash award of ₹3 lakh for each player and ₹1.5 lakh for each support staff member. Indian Women's Hockey coach: Sjoerd Marijne; captain: Salima Tete; FIH (Fédération Internationale de Hockey) HQ: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Important Days
- 21 June – International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 – The 12th International Day of Yoga was observed globally on 21 June 2026. The 2026 theme is "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting the role of Yoga in promoting physical health, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and active ageing, contributing to improved quality of life. Exam importance: IDY was proclaimed by the UNGA through Resolution 69/131 on 11 December 2014 at the initiative of PM Modi; first observed on 21 June 2015; 21 June is the longest day of the year (Summer Solstice) in the Northern Hemisphere; the main event in 2026 was held at Red Road, Kolkata, led by PM Modi; India's Ministry of Ayush is the nodal ministry for IDY observance in India.
- 22 June – World Rainforest Day – World Rainforest Day is observed annually on 22 June to raise awareness about the importance of rainforests and promote their protection. Exam importance: World Rainforest Day was established in 2017 by the Rainforest Partnership (a US-based non-profit); first observed on 22 June 2017; the theme for 2026 is "Rainforests: Our Life Support System"; rainforests cover approximately 6% of Earth's land surface but host more than 50% of the world's plant and animal species; India's major rainforest regions include the Western Ghats (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands; the Amazon rainforest in South America is the world's largest tropical rainforest.
