Current Affairs · 29 June 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 29 June 2026.
Iran’s June 2026 warning on Strait of Hormuz shipping route and control of passage
Iran warned on 29 June 2026 that bypassing its preferred Strait of Hormuz route would raise tensions, amid renewed U.S.-Iran attacks.
Israel’s June 2026 strike on Hezbollah tunnel in Majdal Zoun and the Lebanon security deal
Israel said it destroyed a 200-metre Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon on 29 June 2026, days after a U.S.-brokered security agreement with Lebanon.
India rejects Pakistan’s allegations over Karachi attack amid renewed cross-border terror claims
India on June 28, 2026 rejected Pakistan’s allegations linking it to a Karachi security-installation attack and urged action against terror infrastructure.
Russia seeks stronger air defence as Putin cites Ukrainian drone strikes on oil infrastructure
On June 28, 2026, Vladimir Putin said Russia must rapidly expand air defence systems amid Ukrainian drone strikes on oil infrastructure.
U.S.-Iran stand down on strikes; Doha talks on Strait of Hormuz set for June 30, 2026
The U.S. and Iran reportedly agreed to halt strikes and meet in Doha on June 30, 2026, with the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of talks.
DMK–MDMK realignment in Tamil Nadu: 150 senior leaders join DMK after alliance split
More than 150 senior MDMK leaders joined the DMK in Chennai within 24 hours of Vaiko announcing the party’s exit from the alliance.
Southwest monsoon over Kerala: why its June 2026 onset matters for India
The IMD said the southwest monsoon was expected to reach Kerala on June 4, 2026, marking the official start of India’s rainy season.
IMD monsoon update: southwest monsoon advance, Delhi heatwave and key weather facts
IMD said the southwest monsoon may advance further over northern states within 5-6 days while Delhi recorded its warmest morning in two years.
Supreme Court on footpaths: pedestrian right to safe access and duty of urban bodies
The Supreme Court held that access to demarcated footpaths is a primary entitlement under the Right to Life and Freedom of Movement.
PM Research Chair 2026: Indian scientists abroad can get up to ₹14 crore support
The Centre has launched PM Research Chair 2026 to attract Indian scientists abroad with grants up to ₹14 crore.
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Tamil Nadu’s Directorate of Technical Education will soon introduce 5 new diploma courses in government polytechnic colleges.
Pakistan orders nationwide arrest of undocumented Afghan nationals from July 10 under IFRP
Pakistan’s Interior Ministry ordered a nationwide crackdown from July 10, 2026, under the Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan (IFRP).
Himachal CM Sukhu announces ₹1,500 monthly pension for eligible women in Bara Bhangal
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced ₹1,500 monthly pension and eco-tourism plans for Bara Bhangal.
Kerala forest takeover at Kolukkumalai: 42.72 hectares reclaimed under Vesting Act
Kerala Forest department reclaimed 42.72 hectares near Kolukkumalai under the Kerala Private Forests (Vesting and Assignment) Act.