This is the current affairs 12 to 15 June 2026. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
1. Who has been appointed as the 31st Army Chief by the Central Government?
a. Dheeraj Seth
b. Pushpendra Singh
c. N. S. Raja Subramani
d. General Upendra Verma
Answer: a. Dheeraj Seth
– On 13 June 2026, the Central Government approved his appointment as the Chief of Army Staff.
– Dheeraj Seth has been appointed in place of Upendra Dwivedi, whose retirement date is 30 June 2026.
– The tenure of the Army Chief is three years of service or until the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.
– Prior to this, Dheeraj Seth was serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff. He assumed this position on 1 April 2026.
Held Several Important Responsibilities During a 40-Year Career
– He was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.
– He has served as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of both the South Western Command and the Southern Command.
– He is among the select officers who have led two major operational commands on the western front.
– He has also served in the United Nations Peace Mission in Angola, at Army Headquarters, and in several key positions related to capability development in the Army.
Seth Comes from a Military Family Background
– Dheeraj Seth’s father, Lieutenant General Krishna Mohan Seth, retired from the Indian Army in 1997 as the Adjutant General.
– General Krishna Mohan Seth also commanded two major and important Army formations: XXI Strike Corps and III Corps.
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2. While delivering its verdict on insurance compensation for homemakers who died in road accidents, what status did the Supreme Court give to women who manage households?
a. Nation Builder
b. Family Builder
c. Head of the Family
d. Key Decision-Maker
Answer: a. Nation Builder
Historic Supreme Court Judgment on Compensation for Homemakers
– New Rule: A Bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice N. Kotiswar Singh ruled that in the event of a homemaker’s death in a road accident, the value of her work should be considered at least ₹30,000 per month (₹3.6 lakh annually). This amount will be in addition to the principles laid down in the Pranay Sethi case.
– Change: Earlier, tribunals used the minimum wages fixed by states (which were often very low) as the basis for determining a homemaker’s “notional income.” The Supreme Court has now recognized a homemaker’s work as a separate and clearly defined category for compensation.
Main Observations of the Court
– The contribution of a homemaker is invaluable; she prepares the next generation. It cannot be undervalued by comparing it with any professional occupation.
– While determining compensation, factors such as the woman’s age, education, skills, and family responsibilities should also be taken into account.
– Compensation should neither be like a lottery nor so low that it becomes a mockery of justice.
– Claims related to road accidents should be disposed of within one year.
– The Supreme Court directed the Chief Justices of all High Courts to personally monitor compliance with this timeline.
Background of the Case
– The case related to a woman named Reshma from Punjab, who died in a road accident in November 2001.
– After proceedings before the Tribunal, the Punjab and Haryana High Court awarded compensation of more than ₹8 lakh in December 2024.
– When the matter reached the Supreme Court, the Court strongly objected to the delay of more than two decades in delivering justice.
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3. Veteran shooter Jaspal Rana passed away on 12 June 2026. He was also the coach of which female shooter who won two medals at the Paris Olympics?
a. Esha Singh
b. Manu Bhaker
c. Mehuli Ghosh
d. Rahi Sarnobat
Answer: b. Manu Bhaker
– Veteran Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana passed away in New Delhi on the night of 11 June 2026 at the age of 49.
– He had recently returned from the ISSF World Cup held in Munich, Germany.
– His health deteriorated during the flight while returning from the tournament.
– Jaspal Rana was the coach of shooter Manu Bhaker.
– At the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker won bronze medals in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol event and the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event (along with Sarabjot Singh).
– She became the first Indian athlete to achieve this feat.
Achievement in the Asian Games
– Won a gold medal at the 1994 Asian Games (Hiroshima).
– Won 3 gold medals and 1 silver medal at the 2006 Asian Games (Doha).
– He was among the shooters who brought major recognition to India in shooting at the Asian Games.
Achievement in the Commonwealth Games
– Won a total of 15 medals in the Commonwealth Games of 1994, 1998, 2002, and 2006.
Medal tally: 9 Gold, 4 Silver, 2 Bronze
Contribution as a Coach
– Played a significant role in Manu Bhaker’s success.
Served as the High-Performance Coach of the Indian pistol shooting team.
– His contribution to nurturing young shooters is considered extremely important.
Awards and Honours
– Arjuna Award (1994): Received at the age of just 18.
– Padma Shri (1997): Among the youngest sportspersons to receive the Padma Shri.
– Dronacharya Award (2020): For outstanding contribution to coaching.
Which events was Jaspal Rana mainly associated with?
– 25m Centre Fire Pistol
– 25m Standard Pistol
Note: He represented India at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
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4. The 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. What was its theme?
a. Inclusive Human Development
b. Developed India (Viksit Bharat)
c. Inclusive Human Development for Developed India
d. Inclusive Human Development for Developed India by 2047
Answer: d. Inclusive Human Development for Developed India by 2047
– The meeting was attended by the Chief Ministers, Lieutenant Governors, and Administrators of 28 States and 5 Union Territories.
– The Prime Minister emphasized that the vision of a Developed India should not remain limited to the national level; rather, it should become a collective mission for every state, district, block, and village.
– The objective of the theme “Inclusive Human Development for Developed India by 2047” is to ensure the holistic development and well-being of every citizen, regardless of age group, region, gender, or socio-economic background.
– The meeting gave special attention to four major pillars of inclusive human development.
Four Major Pillars
– Strong Human Capital
– Future-Ready Skills
– Productive Employment and Entrepreneurship-Led Growth
– Better Living Standards through Health and Nutrition
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5. Who became the world’s first trillionaire?
a. Elon Musk
b. Jeff Bezos
c. Larry Page
d. Mark Zuckerberg
Answer: a. Elon Musk
– Elon Musk is the owner of SpaceX, Tesla (an American company manufacturing electric vehicles, solar energy systems, and battery storage systems), and the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
– In June 2026, after the public listing of SpaceX, he created history by becoming the world’s first trillionaire.
During this period, his net worth reached 1.1 trillion US dollars.
– The share prices of his aerospace and artificial intelligence companies surged sharply during their stock market debut.
– Musk’s net worth increased by approximately 274 billion US dollars.
– This pushed the company’s valuation beyond 2 trillion US dollars.
IPO Price Band of $135 Per Share
– SpaceX launched the largest Initial Public Offering (IPO) ever in the U.S. market.
– The IPO price band was fixed at $135 per share.
– The record-breaking IPO surpassed the benchmark established by Saudi Aramco in 2019.
– SpaceX’s IPO not only exceeded Aramco’s valuation but also raised significantly more capital through its public offering.
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6. What was the retail inflation rate in India in May 2026?
a. 2.25%
b. 2.33%
c. 3.4%
d. 3.93%
Answer: d. 3.93%
Retail Inflation
– The pace of retail inflation in the country has once again registered an increase.
– In May 2026, the retail inflation rate rose to 3.93%, compared to 3.48% in April 2026.
– This is the first time in the last five months that retail inflation has come very close to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) target of 4%.
– The new base year for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is 2024.
Food Inflation
– The biggest reason for the rise in retail inflation this time is the increase in food prices.
– Consumer food inflation rose to 4.78% in May, compared to 4.20% in April.
Rural vs Urban Areas
Food inflation was higher in rural India than in urban areas:
Rural areas: 4.85%
Urban areas: 4.66%
Who Releases the Retail Inflation Report?
– NSO (National Statistical Office)
– It functions under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
How is Retail Inflation Determined?
– It is determined through the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
– Inflation is calculated for food items, fruits, clothing, footwear, housing, fuel, electricity, and other goods and services.
– NSO collects real-time price data from 1,407 selected urban markets (including online markets) and 1,465 villages, covering all States and Union Territories.
– As consumers, we purchase goods and services from the retail market. CPI reflects the changes in the prices of those goods and services.
– CPI measures the average price paid by consumers for goods and services.
How Does Inflation Affect People?
– Inflation is directly related to purchasing power.
For example, if the inflation rate is 6%, the effective value of ₹100 becomes only ₹94.
– Therefore, investments should always be planned keeping inflation in mind; otherwise, the value of money decreases over time.
Inflation Range Set by RBI
– RBI has fixed the inflation target at 4%, based on CPI.
However, a variation of ±2% is permitted.
– Thus, inflation below 2% or above 6% is not considered healthy for the country’s economic growth.
How Does RBI Control Inflation?
– To control inflation, liquidity (the flow of money) in the market is reduced.
– RBI does this by increasing or decreasing the Repo Rate.
– When inflation rises, RBI increases the Repo Rate.
– When inflation becomes very low, RBI reduces the Repo Rate.
– Inflation has been reported to be under control for some time; therefore, RBI had earlier kept the Repo Rate unchanged for nine consecutive policy reviews.
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7. What was the wholesale inflation rate in May 2026?
a. 2.83%
b. 3.81%
c. 9.68%
d. 2.21%
Answer: c. 9.68%
– India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation stood at 9.68% in May 2026.
– Wholesale inflation in May was the highest in the last 43 months.
– In January 2026, it was around 1.8%, showing a continuous increase since then.
Reasons for the Increase
– Inflation has increased due to the rise in prices of essential commodities and fuel.
– Prices of grains and edible oils have also increased.
– Tensions between the United States and Iran have continued for nearly three and a half months.
– If the situation does not normalize, inflation may increase further.
– This may eventually affect CPI-based retail inflation as well.
Increase in Prices of Essential Goods, Fuel and Power
Primary Articles
– Inflation in primary articles increased from 3.78% to 4.99%.
– Food Index: Inflation in food items increased from 3.11% to 4.49%.
– Fuel and Power: Wholesale inflation in fuel and power increased from 24.89% to 30.33%.
– Manufactured Products: Wholesale inflation in manufactured products increased from 6.68% to 7.48%.
Which Department Released the Wholesale Inflation Report?
– Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
– It functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Note: Retail inflation data is released by the NSO.
What is Wholesale Inflation?
– Wholesale inflation is calculated on the basis of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI).
– WPI refers to the prices charged by one business from another business in the wholesale market.
– These prices are related to bulk business transactions.
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8. RBI did not make any change in the Repo Rate during the Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Review (June 2026). What is the Repo Rate?
a. 4.25%
b. 5.01%
c. 5.25%
d. 5.57%
Answer: a. 5.25%
– The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) unanimously decided to keep the Repo Rate unchanged at 5.25% during its June 2026 review meeting.
– Revision in growth forecast: The projected real GDP growth rate for 2026–27 has been reduced from 6.9% to 6.6%.
When Was the Repo Rate Last Reduced?
– In December 2025, the Monetary Policy Committee reduced the Repo Rate by 25 basis points, from 5.50% to 5.25%.
What is the Repo Rate?
– Simply put, banks provide loans to us and charge interest on those loans.
– Similarly, banks also borrow money from RBI for their day-to-day operations.
– The rate of interest charged by RBI on such loans is called the Repo Rate (Repurchase Rate).
Impact of Repo Rate on Common People
– Repo Rate is one of RBI’s most powerful tools to fight inflation.
– When inflation becomes very high, RBI increases the Repo Rate to reduce money flow in the economy.
– When banks can borrow at lower interest rates from RBI, they can offer cheaper loans to customers.
Conversely, when RBI raises the Repo Rate, borrowing becomes costlier for banks and they pass on the higher costs to customers through more expensive loans.
Reverse Repo Rate
– Reverse Repo Rate works in the opposite manner to the Repo Rate.
– At the end of the day, banks often have surplus funds.
– They deposit these funds with RBI.
– RBI pays interest on these deposits.
– The rate at which RBI pays interest is called the Reverse Repo Rate.
Note
– The ex-officio Chairperson of the 6-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is the RBI Governor.
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9. Who is the only female photojournalist from India covering the FIFA World Cup 2026?
a. Radhika
b. Dayanita Singh
c. Anita Asthana
d. Geetika Talukdar
Answer: d. Geetika Talukdar
– She has become the only female photojournalist from India covering the FIFA World Cup 2026.
– The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the third consecutive Men’s FIFA World Cup that Geetika is covering on the ground.
Previously, she has also covered:
– Men’s FIFA World Cup 2018 (Russia)
– Men’s FIFA World Cup 2022 (Qatar)
– Women’s FIFA World Cup 2019 (France)
– Women’s FIFA World Cup 2023 (Australia–New Zealand)
About Geetika Talukdar
– She was born in Arunachal Pradesh and belongs to Assam.
– Geetika Talukdar primarily works as an independent freelance sports photojournalist rather than as a permanent employee of any specific media house.
– For major global events such as the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the Olympics, she has received official accreditation directly from FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as part of the Indian media team.
About the FIFA World Cup 2026
– The FIFA World Cup 2026 is being jointly hosted by three countries in North America: United States of America (USA), Mexico, Canada
– The main opening ceremony was held in Mexico.
– The other two host countries also conducted their own ceremonies just before their first matches.
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10. Who became the first Indian artist to receive the ‘Grand Sand Master Cup 2026’ honour?
a. Manisha Swarnkar
b. Sudarsan Pattnaik
c. Madhurendra Kumar
d. Manas Sahu
Answer: b. Sudarsan Pattnaik
– Renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik from Odisha received this award on 11 June at the Second International Sand Sculpture Festival held in Russia.
– The honour was conferred on him for his outstanding contribution to the field of sand art and for his impactful sand sculpture on the theme of global warming.
– The Grand Sand Master Cup and medal were presented by the festival’s General Director, Alena Alexandrovna.
– Twelve leading sand sculptors from different countries participated in the international festival.
– Sudarsan Pattnaik is globally known for using sand art as an effective medium to convey meaningful messages on social and environmental issues.
The Artwork that Won the Award
– He created a 3-metre-high sand sculpture depicting two contrasting forms of the Earth.
– One side portrayed a dry and damaged Earth suffering from environmental degradation.
– The other side conveyed a message of hope through tree plantation and environmental conservation.
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11. Which two countries did Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit from 13 to 18 June 2026?
a. Switzerland
b. Slovakia
c. France
d. Both b and c
Answer: d. Both b and c (France and Slovakia)
– The Indian Prime Minister was invited as a guest during the G7 Summit in France.
– Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with President Emmanuel Macron in the city of Nice on 13–14 June.
– He inaugurated the “Bharat Innovates” programme.
Slovakia
– The Prime Minister visited Slovakia on 14–15 June.
– This was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister since Slovakia became an independent nation in 1993.
Return to France
– He returned to France on 16 June.
– On 17 June, he participated in the G7 Summit in the city of Évian.
What is Bharat Innovates?
– Bharat Innovates is a new global initiative of the Ministry of Education.
– It was announced by Prime Minister Modi in February 2026 during the inauguration of the India–France Innovation Year.
– Its objective is to connect Indian startups, IITs, IISc, universities, and research institutions with global investors, companies, universities, and research organisations.
France
– Capital: Paris
– President: Emmanuel Macron
– Prime Minister: Sébastien Lecornu
– Currency: Euro
Slovakia
– Capital: Bratislava
– President: Peter Pellegrini
– Prime Minister: Robert Fico
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12. Former captain and cricketer Kane Williamson announced his retirement from international cricket on 12 June 2026. Which country did he represent?
a. Australia
b. South Africa
c. New Zealand
d. England
Answer: c. New Zealand
– New Zealand’s star batsman, Kane Williamson, aged 35, played a total of 378 matches across all three formats.
– The New Zealand team is currently on a Test tour of England.
– Williamson announced his retirement in the middle of the series.
– He will not take part in the remaining matches of the tour.
Career and Records
– Made his international debut in 2010.
– Scored 33 centuries and 38 half-centuries in Test cricket.
– Scored 15 centuries and 47 half-centuries in One-Day Internationals.
– Captained New Zealand from 2016 to 2024.
– Under his captaincy, New Zealand defeated India and won the first ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title in 2021.
– The team also reached the finals of the 2019 Cricket World Cup and the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup.
– He was named Player of the Tournament at the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
– Won the ICC Test Player of the Year award in 2019.
– Played his last ODI in October 2025 against England.
– Played in the IPL for Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans.
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13. Which Indian whisky brand won at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026?
a. Paul John
b. Royal Tiger
c. D’Yavol Vortex
d. GianChand Indian Single Malt
Answer: d. GianChand Indian Single Malt
– Jammu-based GianChand Indian Single Malt, produced by Devans Modern Breweries, won the competition’s most prestigious Double Gold Medal.
– Another product of the same brand, GianChand Mansha (the peated version), won a Silver Medal.
– At SFWSC, a Double Gold Medal is awarded when every judge on the panel independently gives a spirit a Gold rating.
What is Indian Single Malt Whisky?
– Indian Single Malt Whisky is produced in India from malted barley at a single distillery.
About the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
– SFWSC is a global spirits competition held in the United States.
– Spirits are evaluated through blind tasting by expert judges.
– Awards include Gold, Silver, and Double Gold Medals.
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14. When is the World Day Against Child Labour observed?
a. 11 June
b. 12 June
c. 13 June
d. 14 June
Answer: b. 12 June
Theme for 2026 : “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults”
– This day is observed under the declaration of the International Labour Organization.
– Child labour deprives children of education and opportunities and limits their chances of earning a good income and obtaining stable employment as adults.
– Child labour robs children of their innocence, rights, and normal childhood because they are forced to work under harsh conditions and often become victims of trauma.
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15. When is International Albinism Awareness Day observed?
a. 11 June
b. 12 June
c. 13 June
d. 14 June
Answer: c. 13 June
– Theme for 2026 : “Proudly in My Skin – Celebrating All Skin Tones”
What is Albinism?
– Albinism is a rare inherited genetic disorder.
– People affected by this condition have a partial or complete absence of melanin pigment in their skin, hair, and eyes.
– Albinism can affect people of any gender or race.
– There is currently no cure for albinism.
– Due to the absence of melanin in the skin, affected individuals are more vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer.
– People with albinism may have white patches on their skin or, in some cases, completely white skin.
– As a result, they often face various forms of discrimination.
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16. Which state government launched the Priyadarshini Free Bus Travel Scheme for women and transgender persons?
a. Bihar
b. Kerala
c. Jharkhand
d. Rajasthan
Answer: b. Kerala
– The Kerala Government formally launched the Priyadarshini Free Bus Travel Scheme on 15 June 2026.
– Under the scheme, women and transgender persons in the state will be provided free travel in ordinary buses operated by the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC).
– During travel, passengers will receive a zero-value ticket issued through an Electronic Ticket Machine (ETM).
– Approximately 3,125 ordinary KSRTC buses have been included in the scheme.
Kerala
– Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
– Chief Minister: Rajendra Arlekar
– Governor: V. D. Satheesan
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17. Which state government announced free education from KG to PG in all government educational institutions of the state?
a. Odisha
b. Kerala
c. Jharkhand
d. Rajasthan
Answer: a. Odisha
– On 12 June 2026, Odisha announced a scheme to provide free education from Kindergarten (KG) to – Postgraduate (PG) level in government institutions.
Previously, free education in Odisha was available only up to Class 10 in government institutions.
– Under the new scheme, the benefit will be extended to higher secondary, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels.
– According to the state government, more than one million students are expected to benefit from this policy.
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18. Under which law did the Central Government temporarily ban the use of the Telegram messaging app in India in June 2026 in connection with the NEET examination?
a. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
b. Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
c. Telecommunications Act, 2023
d. Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000
Answer: d. Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000
– At the request of the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Central Government temporarily banned the messaging app Telegram in India from 16 June to 22 June 2026 (for one week).
Under Which Law Was the Ban Imposed?
– According to the NTA, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) imposed the restriction on Telegram under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
– The ban will remain in effect until 22 June 2026.
However, the exact date from which the order comes into force was not specified.
NEET Re-Examination
– Date: 21 June 2026
– Due to this examination, the government has also directed Telegram to keep its message editing feature disabled until 30 June 2026, even after the examination is over.
– This means that previously sent messages on Telegram in India cannot be edited until 30 June.
– According to the NTA, some individuals have been using Telegram to create fabricated evidence of examination paper leaks.
– This step has been taken to prevent such incidents and maintain the fairness and integrity of the examination process.
About the Telegram Messaging App
– Launched: 2013
– Founders: Pavel Durov and Nikolai Durov
– Purpose: Provides facilities for chatting and sharing photos, videos, and files.
– Users: Approximately 1 billion people worldwide use Telegram every month.
Major Features of Telegram
– Channels: An individual or organization can send one-way messages to millions of people.
– Groups: Up to 200,000 members can be added to a single group.
– Large File Sharing: Users can send files of up to 2 GB in size.
– Message Editing and Deletion: Sent messages can be edited or deleted later.
– Cloud Storage: Chats and files can be accessed from any device.
– Secret Chats: Provides private chats with end-to-end encryption.
Bots: Automated accounts that provide information, conduct quizzes, or offer other services.
Username-Based Contact
– Users can connect with one another without sharing their phone numbers..
Why Is Telegram Facing Controversy?
– Several fake “paper leak” channels were found active before the NEET examination.
– Fraudsters were demanding amounts ranging from thousands to lakhs of rupees from students and parents.
– The message-editing feature was allegedly used to create fake evidence of paper leaks after examinations had already been conducted.
– A racket was uncovered in Ahmedabad that was operating eight Telegram channels.
– The investigation revealed financial transactions amounting to approximately ₹1.5 crore.
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