Staying updated with today's current affairs is essential for competitive exam aspirants preparing for SSC, UPSC, Banking, State PSCs, and Railway exams. The 6 June 2026 current affairs cover major national developments, international events, economy and banking updates, science & technology, sports achievements, and important obituaries that frequently appear in the General Awareness section of government exams.
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- CCEA Approves 4 Major National Highway Projects Worth ₹24,249 Crore Across 4 States - The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved 4 major National Highway projects worth ₹24,249 crore spanning over 700 km across Odisha, Telangana, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh, under the PM GatiShakti-National Master Plan (PMGS-NMP). Key projects: Odisha - 160.18 km coastal highway connecting Rameshwar and Paradeep (₹8,300.79 crore, HAM); Telangana - 190.76 km widening of NH-63 and NH-563 (₹7,597.16 crore, HAM+BOT); MP - 233.65 km upgrade of NH-347B with Khargone bypass (₹4,415.60 crore, HAM); Bihar - 143.53 km upgrade of NH-31 and NH-231 Khagaria-Purnea section (₹3,936.05 crore, BOT toll) with 6.729 km Purnea greenfield bypass. Exam importance: All four projects aim to enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and integrate logistics under PMGS-NMP.
- India-UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory Launched in New Delhi - Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy (Ministry of Mines & Coal) and UK's Yvette Cooper (Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs) jointly launched the India-UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) in New Delhi, to strengthen bilateral cooperation in critical minerals for clean energy transitions, electric mobility, and advanced manufacturing. Exam importance: The Observatory is a joint platform led by TEXMiN (IIT-ISM Dhanbad, under DST) and the University of Cambridge; aims to build resilient and diversified mineral value chains through evidence-based policymaking.
- PFRDA Introduces 'StAR NPS Platform' for Digital Onboarding of Subscribers - The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) launched the 'StAR NPS' platform, developed by BSE Technologies Private Limited (BTPL), to streamline subscriber registration for the National Pension System (NPS). The platform provides technology-enabled assisted onboarding via Points of Presence (PoPs) and pension agents. Eligible beneficiaries are resident Indian individuals aged 18 to 85 years. Exam importance: PFRDA also introduced a 'Regulatory Sandbox Framework' effective from 2 June 2026 to enable controlled testing of innovative pension-sector fintech solutions; non-registered fintech entities need a minimum net worth of ₹10 lakh to participate.
- Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Announces ANRF-Backed Digital Portal to Strengthen Research Ecosystem - MoS (IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh (MoS&T and MoES) announced an ANRF-supported digital portal to strengthen scientific research and innovation, during a joint review meeting of all science Ministries in New Delhi. The portal will offer training in patent filing, research writing, IP protection, and scientific publishing for researchers, students, startups, and innovators. Exam importance: ANRF was established under the ANRF Act, 2023; it is India's apex research funding body, presided over by the PM of India and administered by DST; CEO of ANRF is Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman.
- Surha Tal (JP Narayan Bird Sanctuary), UP Designated as India's 100th Ramsar Site - The Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh was officially designated as India's 100th Ramsar site on 5 June 2026 (World Environment Day). The 3,400-hectare freshwater wetland lies in the middle stretch of the Ganga River basin and is rich in avifaunal biodiversity, supporting migratory birds and groundwater recharge. Exam importance: With this addition, India has the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia and ranks third globally, behind the UK (176 sites) and Mexico; India's first Ramsar sites were Chilika Lake (Odisha) and Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan), designated in 1981; India joined the Ramsar Convention in 1982.
- Tamil Nadu Signs ₹18,600 Crore Investment Pact with L&T for Three Major Projects - The Government of Tamil Nadu signed an MoU with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in the presence of CM C. Joseph Vijay and L&T CMD SN Subrahmanyan at the Secretariat, Chennai, for investments worth ₹18,600 crore across three projects: ₹15,000 crore data centre expansion in Kancheepuram (500 jobs); ₹2,500 crore electronics manufacturing facility in Coimbatore (~2,000 jobs); and ₹1,100 crore expansion of Kattupalli shipyard in Tiruvallur (~5,700 jobs). Exam importance: This is the first major industrial investment pact signed by the new TN government; supports TN's vision of becoming a USD 1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
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Economy & Banking
- RBI MPC Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 5.25% - The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), in its meeting on 5 June 2026, unanimously decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintaining its neutral policy stance amid global economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and inflation concerns. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced the decision. Exam importance: Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate remains at 5.0%; Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and Bank Rate remain at 5.5%; RBI highlighted risks from supply chain disruptions, rising energy prices, and global market volatility.
- SoftBank Sells 3.25% Stake in Lenskart for ₹2,873 Crore - Japan-based SoftBank Group, through its affiliate SoftBank Vision Fund II Lightbulb (Cayman) Ltd, divested a 3.25% stake in Lenskart Solutions by selling 5.65 crore shares through an open market transaction on the NSE at an average price of ₹508.55 per share, totalling ₹2,873.30 crore. Exam importance: SoftBank's stake in Lenskart declined from 13.13% to 9.88%; the partial exit generated around 7x returns for SoftBank, making Lenskart one of its most successful investments in India; key acquirers included WhiteOak Capital MF, Mirae Asset MF, Kotak MF, Goldman Sachs, and Fidelity.
- 17 Projects Selected for National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026 - The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) announced the 29th National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026, selecting 17 projects across 7 award categories recognising excellence in digital governance. The award ceremony will be held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Exam importance: Gold Awardee receives Trophy, Certificate, and ₹10 lakh incentive; Silver Awardee receives Trophy, Certificate, and ₹5 lakh incentive; awards cover Central Ministries, States, UTs, Districts, and Gram Panchayats.
Science, Technology & Environment
- India Launches First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle - Maruti Suzuki Wagon R - Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri (MoPNG) launched India's first passenger Flex-Fuel Vehicle (FFV), the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, capable of running on ethanol-petrol blends from E20 to E100. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari (MoRTH) also launched Hero MotoCorp's first flex-fuel motorcycles - Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fuel, in New Delhi. Exam importance: The Wagon R FFV features an advanced ECU with modified fuel-system components and cold-start adaptation; E85 designated as the mono-fuel standard for FFVs under BIS; ethanol-based FFVs classified as Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) by NITI Aayog due to near-zero particulate matter emissions.
Awards & Recognitions
- Major Prabhat Mishra of Indian Army Wins Two Major Awards at US Army CGSOC Graduation - Major Prabhat Mishra of India's 22 Kumaon Regiment won the Birrer-Brookes Award (for Outstanding MMAS Thesis) and the General Douglas MacArthur Military Leadership Writing Award at the US Army Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) graduation at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, USA. He secured 4th rank among 1,185 officers (top 1%). Exam importance: He is the first Indian officer to simultaneously win both awards and also received the Golden Pen Award for scholarly excellence; his award-winning dissertation was titled "India's Pursuit of Military Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World"; 951 graduates from 92 countries attended the ceremony.
Appointments & Resignations
- Neelkanth Mishra Appointed as Executive Director of World Bank - The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of economist Neelkanth Mishra as Executive Director (ED) of the World Bank for a three-year tenure. He will succeed Parameswaran Iyer (1981 batch IAS, UP cadre). Exam importance: Mishra is currently Chief Economist at Axis Bank and Head of Global Research & Whole-Time Director at Axis Capital; previously spent nearly two decades at Credit Suisse as Co-Head of Asia Pacific Strategy and India Strategist; ACC also approved a one-year tenure extension for Tarun Kapoor as Advisor to PM, effective June 10, 2026.
Sports
- R. Praggnanandhaa Becomes First Indian to Win Norway Chess 2026 Title - Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa (20 years) created history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title on 5 June 2026 in Oslo, Norway, defeating Germany's Vincent Keymer in the final round to finish with 18 points. He registered victories against World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen and World Champion D. Gukesh during the tournament. Exam importance: Wesley So (USA) finished 2nd; Alireza Firouzja (France) finished 3rd; in the Women's section, Bibisara Assaubayeva (Kazakhstan) won the Norway Chess Women 2026 title.
- KS Bharat Announces Retirement from International Cricket - Indian wicketkeeper-batter Kona Srikar Bharat (KS Bharat) announced his retirement from international cricket after representing India in 7 Test matches between 2023 and 2024, scoring 221 runs and effecting 19 dismissals. He is departing to pursue opportunities in overseas T20 leagues. Exam importance: He featured in the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) Final; was the first wicketkeeper-batter to score a triple century (308*) in the Ranji Trophy, for Andhra vs Goa in 2015; represented DC, RCB, GT, and KKR in the IPL and won the IPL 2024 title with KKR.
Obituaries
- Former Lok Sabha Secretary General Subhash C. Kashyap Passes Away at 97 - Noted constitutional expert and former Secretary-General of the 7th, 8th, and 9th Lok Sabhas (1983-1990), Subhash C. Kashyap passed away at age 97 in New Delhi. He joined the Parliament Secretariat in 1953, served on the NCRWC (2000-2002) as Drafting Committee Chairman, and authored over 100 books on India's Constitution and parliamentary procedures. Exam importance: Awarded Padma Bhushan (India's 3rd highest civilian honour) in 2015 in the field of Public Affairs; appointed to the high-level committee on One Nation, One Election in 2023.
- Veteran Film Producer and Former CBFC Chairman Pahlaj Nihalani Passes Away at 76 - Veteran Bollywood film producer and former CBFC Chairman Pahlaj Nihalani passed away at age 76 in Mumbai. He began his production career with Haathkadi (1982), and later produced Ilzaam (1986, Govinda's debut) and Aag Hi Aag (1987, Chunky Panday's debut). He served as CBFC Chairperson from January 2015 to August 2017. Exam importance: Served as President of the Association of Motion Pictures and TV Programme Producers for several years; born on 10 January 1950 in Karachi, Sindh.
