Current Affairs · 1–7 June 2026
TNPSC current affairs for the week of 1–7 June 2026, grouped by day.
7 June 2026
10 storiesPutin warns trade pressure on India could backfire; sovereignty and defence ties highlighted
Putin warned the US that economic pressure on India would backfire and said India acts on national interest.
North Korea reiterates nuclear status as non-negotiable ahead of Xi Jinping visit
Kim Yo Jong said North Korea’s nuclear weapons programme is non-negotiable ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit.
Singapore uses OCHA to block 14 anti-Indian posts; Section 298A and racial harmony in focus
Singapore ordered platforms to block 14 posts under OCHA, citing racial harmony and Section 298A of the Penal Code.
Tamil Nadu’s 717 TASMAC shop closures: key facts on phased liquor outlet shutdowns
Tamil Nadu closed around 717 liquor shops on May 12, 2026, adding to earlier phased closures in 2016, 2017 and 2023.
Haryana sex ratio falls to 898 girls per 1,000 boys in early 2026: BBBP monitoring concerns
Haryana’s sex ratio at birth fell to 898 girls per 1,000 boys in the first four months of 2026, raising concerns over BBBP enforcement.
UN University warns AI may need more water than humans: 2030 data-centre impact figures
A UN University report warned that AI data centres may consume more water than humans in the future, with major energy and land impacts by 2030.
1,076 Indians deported from the US in 2026: key figures, trends and diplomatic response
India said 1,076 Indians were deported from the US so far in 2026, amid a wider crackdown on illegal immigration.
LPG cylinder prices rise by ₹29; key facts on domestic and commercial rates in June 2026
Domestic 14.2 kg LPG cylinder prices rose by ₹29 in India from June 2026, while commercial cylinder rates also increased.
West Asia conflict update: U.S. downs two Iranian drones near Strait of Hormuz on June 7, 2026
On June 7, 2026, the U.S. military said it shot down two Iranian attack drones threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid wider regional tensions.
Arakkonam yard engineering work: 47 suburban electric trains altered from June 8 to 12, 2026
Railway engineering work at Arakkonam yard will alter 47 electric train services from June 8 to 12, 2026, including full and partial cancellations.
6 June 2026
12 storiesAllahabad High Court flags FSL gaps in DNA evidence, orders bail in rape-murder case
In May 2026, the Allahabad High Court granted bail to Manoj and urged Uttar Pradesh to strengthen FSLs with high-end machines and staff after DNA profiling failed.
Albania protest over Kushner-linked €1.4 billion resort near Vjosa-Narta wetland: environment and governance
Thousands protested in Tirana on June 4, 2026, against a €1.4 billion resort project near Albania’s Vjosa-Narta protected wetland.
U.S. strikes Iranian radar sites after drone launch: Strait of Hormuz tensions and defence facts
On June 5, 2026, the U.S. military said it struck Iranian radar sites after Iran launched four drones toward the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. court strikes down immigration policy affecting 39 countries; key legal points for TNPSC
On June 5, 2026, a U.S. federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy affecting immigrants from 39 countries.
PMK-led all-party meeting calls for caste-wise survey to protect 69% reservation in Tamil Nadu
A PMK-convened all-party meeting in Chennai demanded a caste-wise survey to protect Tamil Nadu’s 69% reservation system.
Tamil Nadu Cabinet reviews 436 poll promises, white paper and anti-drug action under CM Vijay
The first Tamil Nadu Cabinet meeting under CM Vijay reviewed 436 election-linked projects, a white paper on finances, and anti-drug enforcement measures.
Chief Minister Vijay to attend NITI Aayog meeting in Delhi on 11 June 2026
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will travel to Delhi on 11 June 2026 to attend the NITI Aayog meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Rajya Sabha bypoll in Tamil Nadu: Congress candidate Praveen Chakravarthy files nomination with TVK support
Tamil Nadu’s Rajya Sabha by-election is scheduled for 18 June 2026, and Congress candidate Praveen Chakravarthy filed his nomination in the presence of Chief Minister Vijay.
Madras High Court bars action till 23 June in K.N. Nehru corruption-linked recruitment case
The Madras High Court ordered that no action be taken until 23 June 2026 in the case linked to alleged bribery in municipal recruitment under the previous DMK government.
Tamil Nadu Assembly session begins on 18 June 2026; full Budget and live telecast planned
The Tamil Nadu Assembly session will begin on 18 June 2026 with the Governor’s address, and the 2026-27 full Budget will be presented in the session.
Quaid-e-Millath’s 131st birth anniversary marked at Chennai memorial with leaders from major parties
Leaders including CM Vijay and M.K. Stalin paid floral tributes at Quaid-e-Millath’s memorial in Chennai on his 131st birth anniversary.
CMDA development projects reviewed in Chennai: master plan, land acquisition and area development units
Housing Minister Rajkumar reviewed CMDA development works, including master plan preparation, land acquisition projects, and area development units in Chennai.
5 June 2026
15 storiesGaganyaan mission: Shubhanshu Shukla, IADT-02 and India’s human spaceflight roadmap
Shubhanshu Shukla said Gaganyaan is a prototype human spaceflight mission, with ISRO targeting a three-member crew, 400 km low-Earth orbit and a mid-2027 timeline.
CIBA fish-waste biofertilisers: waste-to-wealth innovation for aquaculture and crops
Chennai-based ICAR-CIBA has developed two fish-waste-based biofertilisers, CIBA-PlanktonPlus and CIBA-HortiPlus, with trials showing gains in aquaculture and crop yields.
Tamil Nadu Assembly session on June 18, 2026: Governor’s address, 10 a.m. start, and first full Budget of Vijay government
Tamil Nadu Assembly will begin on June 18, 2026 at 10 a.m. with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar’s address, and the session will include the 2026-27 full Budget.
Supreme Court orders Home Secretary-led panel for Yamuna clean-up plan in 8 weeks
The Supreme Court formed a Home Secretary-led committee with all concerned States and UTs to prepare an 8-week Yamuna Action Plan.
Supreme Court sets up expert panel to re-examine Aravalli definition and protection limits
The Supreme Court formed a high-powered committee under ICFRE DG Kanchan Devi to review the Aravalli definition and submit a report by August 31, 2026.
Chennai climate projection: summer maximum may rise 1°C by 2040, monsoon intensity up 12%
Azim Premji University’s 2021–2040 climate projections report says Chennai may see a 1°C rise in summer maximum temperatures and 12% stronger southwest monsoon intensity.
Tamil Nadu signs ₹18,600-crore MoU with L&T for 3 projects, 8,200 jobs
Tamil Nadu signed a ₹18,600-crore MoU with Larsen & Toubro on June 4, 2026 for three projects in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Coimbatore and Tiruvallur-linked locations.
Tamil Nadu CM chairs TNSDMA meeting as southwest monsoon begins on June 4, 2026
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay reviewed monsoon preparedness in Chennai after the southwest monsoon began in the State on June 4, 2026.
Nilgiri Tahr population rises to 1,364 in Tamil Nadu third synchronised survey
Tamil Nadu’s third synchronised survey estimated 1,364 Nilgiri Tahrs, up from 1,303 in 2025, with major populations in Grass Hills and Mukurthi National Park.
RBI Annual Report 2025-26 projects India’s FY27 GDP growth at 6.9% despite West Asia conflict risks
The RBI’s Annual Report 2025-26 said India’s 2026-27 economy remains resilient, with real GDP growth projected at 6.9% and CPI inflation at 4.6%.
GST collections rise 3.2% in May 2026; gross mop-up crosses ₹1.94 lakh crore
India’s gross GST collections rose to over ₹1.94 lakh crore in May 2026, with higher domestic supplies and import-linked IGST collections.
UPI transactions hit ₹29.90 lakh crore in May 2026, with 23.2 billion payments
NPCI data showed UPI transactions reached a record ₹29.90 lakh crore in value and 23.2 billion in volume in May 2026.
Government to replace WPI with PPI from June 15; new WPI series uses 2022-23 base year
The government will release a revised WPI series and a new PPI series on June 15, 2026, with a five-year transition from WPI to PPI.
RBI MPC keeps repo rate at 5.25% and raises NRI-OCI investment limits
On June 5, 2026, RBI’s MPC kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and announced measures to boost forex inflows and reserves.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth revised to 7.7%; RBI keeps FY27 outlook at 6.6%
Government data on June 5, 2026 estimated India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7%, while RBI projected FY 2026-27 growth at 6.6%.
4 June 2026
15 storiesTamil Nadu schools reopen on June 4, 2026; CM Vijay greets students on new academic year
Tamil Nadu schools reopened on June 4, 2026 after summer vacation, and CM Vijay greeted students on the first day of the academic year.
Kerala southwest monsoon onset on June 4, 2026; IMD warns of subdued June rainfall and orange alerts
IMD said the southwest monsoon is set to begin over Kerala on June 4, 2026, but June rainfall may remain weak after a vigorous onset.
India-Nepal border issue: MEA rejects third-party role, says 98% boundary demarcated
On June 2, 2026, India said bilateral mechanisms alone will handle the India-Nepal boundary issue and that about 98% of the border has been demarcated.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks: conditional truce, pilot zones and June 22 follow-up
Israel and Lebanon agreed on 3 June 2026 to a conditional ceasefire linked to Hezbollah’s complete cessation of fire and pilot zones in Lebanon.
North Korea’s nuclear build-up: Kim Jong Un orders exponential expansion in 2026
Kim Jong Un said North Korea will exponentially expand nuclear forces after visiting a new atomic materials factory on 3 June 2026.
Brazil’s HDI rises to 0.805 in 2024, driven by Bolsa Família and public healthcare
A UNDP report says Brazil’s HDI improved from 0.744 in 2012 to 0.805 in 2024 through welfare spending and healthcare expansion.
Modi set to become India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister on 10 June 2026
Narendra Modi is set to surpass Jawaharlal Nehru’s 4,398-day record as Prime Minister on 10 June 2026.
Kerala government tables White Paper on state finances ahead of Revised Budget on June 19, 2026
Kerala tabled a White Paper on state finances in the Assembly on June 4, 2026, ahead of the Revised State Budget on June 19.
Andhra Pradesh clears first India Semiconductor Mission project at Visakhapatnam with ₹2,387.81 crore OSAT facility
Andhra Pradesh has approved its first India Semiconductor Mission project, a ₹2,387.81 crore OSAT facility at Tarluvada in Visakhapatnam district.
Karnataka gets 25th Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar; 13 ministers sworn in on June 3, 2026
D.K. Shivakumar became Karnataka’s 25th Chief Minister on June 3, 2026, along with Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara and 13 Cabinet ministers.
High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes formed by Union Home Ministry to study SIR exclusions and illegal immigration
A Union Home Ministry committee notified on 2026-05-26 held its first meeting on 2026-06-02 to study demographic changes, SIR exclusions and illegal immigration.
April 2026 IIP rises 4.9% as India shifts to new 2022-23 base series and revised weights
India’s Index of Industrial Production grew 4.9% in April 2026, the first release under the new 2022-23 base series with revised sector weights.
Union Cabinet approves ₹10,000 crore fund to cushion airline sector against jet fuel price rise
The Union Cabinet approved a ₹10,000 crore fund in June 2026 to help airlines face rising aviation turbine fuel prices and operating costs.
Tamil Nadu Labour Studies Institute launches dedicated website in Chennai; institute dates back to 1973
Tamil Nadu Labour Studies Institute launched a dedicated website in Chennai on 2026-06-03, highlighting its 1973 origin and 2001 PhD research status.
India names 29-member team for 2nd Asian Relay Championships in Shangyu, China
India announced a 29-member athletics team led by Gurindervir Singh for the Asian Relay Championships in Shangyu on June 20-21, 2026.
3 June 2026
12 storiesKerala’s PRISM model in Kozhikode shows school transformation through multiple interventions
Kozhikode’s PRISM initiative has upgraded government schools with labs, stadiums, and arts facilities since 2010 and 2019.
Karnataka Rajya Sabha bypolls: 4 seats, June 18 polling, June 8 nomination deadline
The Election Commission has issued notification for four Rajya Sabha vacancies from Karnataka, with polling on June 18 and counting the same day.
Madhya Pradesh to relaunch state bus service after 21 years; 2,432 buses planned across 7 regions
Madhya Pradesh will relaunch a state-wide public bus service under a new company, with phased operations starting from Indore and 2,432 buses planned across seven regions.
CBSE OSM tender issue reaches Parliamentary Standing Committee amid re-evaluation deadline
A Parliamentary Standing Committee heard concerns on CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system, with re-evaluation open until June 6, 2026.
DRDO-IAF RudraM-II flight test strengthens indigenous air-to-surface missile capability
DRDO and IAF successfully flight-tested the indigenous RudraM-II missile, with Chandipur tracking confirming mission success.
Tamil Nadu orders private schools to display fee details on notice boards and websites
The School Education Department has ordered all private schools in Tamil Nadu to display class-wise fee details on notice boards and websites by June 2026 deadlines.
Tamil Nadu IAS reshuffle: 28 officers transferred, Governor’s Secretary and key district posts changed
On 2026-06-02, Tamil Nadu issued a major transfer order covering 28 IAS officers, including the Governor’s Secretary and several district collectors.
Jammu arrest of tribal leader Talib Hussain raises questions on Forest Rights Act and anti-encroachment drive
The June 2026 arrest of Talib Hussain in Jammu followed protests over demolition of 32 tribal structures and invoked the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
US H-1B visa fee: Over 2 lakh applicants paid $100,000 in FY 2026, DHS says
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said over 2 lakh H-1B applicants paid $100,000 in fiscal year 2026, with faster processing for such cases.
India bloc meeting on June 8: 17 parties, EC focus and opposition coordination
Leaders of the INDIA bloc are set to meet in Delhi on June 8, with 17 opposition parties likely to attend and strategy on the Election Commission expected.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary K. Srinivasan resigns ahead of budget session
K. Srinivasan resigned as Tamil Nadu Assembly Secretary in June 2026 after serving since 2018 and receiving a three-year extension in 2023.
Chief Minister’s Special Cell gets petition box at Secretariat for public grievances
A special petition box has been placed outside the Secretariat for people approaching the Chief Minister’s Special Cell in Chennai.
2 June 2026
14 storiesAIIMS Delhi study maps how PM pollution crosses placenta and affects foetal growth
An ICMR-funded AIIMS Delhi study in EMBO Molecular Medicine explains the molecular pathway by which urban particulate matter crosses the placenta and harms foetal growth.
India’s UN peacekeepers in South Sudan receive Medal of Honour: 565 personnel, including 53 women
On 1 June 2026, 565 Indian peacekeepers, including 53 women, received the UN Medal of Honour in South Sudan’s Malakal city.
WHO Ebola update in DR Congo: 321 confirmed, 116 suspected; Uganda reports 9 cases
WHO on 2 June 2026 said DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak had 321 confirmed cases and 116 suspected cases, with 48 deaths and 9 confirmed cases in Uganda.
Cuddalore district launches AI training for officials to improve governance workflows
The Cuddalore district administration and GUVI launched a two-day AI training programme for officials to use generative AI in governance.
India’s LPG consumption fell 19.2% in May 2026; petrol and diesel rose
Provisional PPAC data showed India’s LPG consumption fell 19.2% in May 2026, while petrol and diesel consumption increased.
IMD says southwest monsoon likely to reach Kerala around June 4, 2026
The IMD on June 1, 2026 said the southwest monsoon is likely to set in over Kerala around June 4, after missing its earlier May 26 forecast.
Madras High Court on undertrial prisoners’ right to private hospital treatment and Article 21
The Madras High Court held that an undertrial prisoner may be treated at a private hospital of choice if no prejudice is caused, linking the issue to Article 21.
Tamil Nadu signs MoU for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 extension till December 2028
On June 2, Tamil Nadu signed an MoU with the Union government to implement Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, extended up to December 2028.
IMD’s June 2026 Kerala monsoon forecast and onset criteria for TNPSC
IMD said on June 1, 2026 that the southwest monsoon is likely to reach Kerala around June 4, after revising its earlier May 26 forecast.
Government to replace WPI with PPI; revised WPI series from June 15, 2026
India will phase out WPI over five years and introduce a new Producer Price Index series from June 15, 2026.
Supreme Court orders eviction plan for encroachments in Agasthyamalai ecological landscape
The Supreme Court ordered a time-bound eviction plan for encroachments in the Agasthyamalai ecological landscape across Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
ADR report on Tamil Nadu Assembly election: 220 winners got under 50% vote share
ADR and TNEW said 220 winners in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election secured less than 50% of votes polled in their constituencies.
Centre-Tamil Nadu sign MoU for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 till December 2028
Tamil Nadu signed an MoU with the Centre for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, which has been extended till December 2028.
Tamil Nadu Delimitation Commission reviews ward delimitation for local bodies
On Tuesday in Chennai, the Tamil Nadu Delimitation Commission discussed ward delimitation and member strength for 11 district panchayats, 40 panchayat unions and 177 village panchayats.
1 June 2026
25 storiesChief of Defence Staff: Tamil Nadu’s Raja Subramani takes charge; Navy gets 27th chief
General Raja Subramani became India’s 3rd Chief of Defence Staff, while Admiral Krishna Swaminathan took charge as the 27th Navy Chief in June 2026.
RBI-style market cap fall: Top 10 Indian firms lose ₹1.54 lakh crore in a week
Indian equity markets ended lower in the week, pulling down the combined market value of 7 of the top 10 listed companies by about ₹1.54 lakh crore.
NFHS-6: Indian women’s internet use rises to 64.3% and bank-account ownership to 89%
NFHS-6 reports a sharp rise in women’s internet use and bank-account ownership in India.
Petrol export tax cut: India reduces cess on petrol, diesel and ATF
The Centre cut export levies on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel in June 2026, while keeping domestic fuel tax rates unchanged.
Satwik-Chirag win Singapore Open badminton title, first Indian pair to do so
Satwik-Chirag won the Singapore Open men’s doubles title after a three-set final against Indonesia.
RCB retain IPL title after beating Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad final
RCB beat Gujarat Titans in the IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, to retain the title.
UPI, LPG and PAN card rule changes from June 2026: MCQ-ready banking and payment facts
From 1 June 2026, new rules on UPI, LPG and PAN-related banking services came into force with specific compliance changes.
India’s BrahMos export deal with Indonesia after Vietnam: TNPSC defence facts
India’s BrahMos export talks with Indonesia reached the final stage in June 2026, after the Vietnam deal and the Philippines’ 2022 purchase.
West Bengal cabinet expansion: 35 MLAs sworn in after 2026 election victory
West Bengal expanded its cabinet in 2026, with 35 MLAs taking oath after the BJP won 208 of 294 seats.
Supreme Court says POCSO can apply to under-18 trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation
The Supreme Court held that trafficking of a person below 18 for commercial sexual exploitation can be prosecuted under POCSO along with related penal laws.
Commercial LPG price in Delhi rose to ₹3,113.5 for 19-kg cylinder; 5-kg FTL to ₹821.5
The 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder price in Delhi was raised to ₹3,113.5, while the 5-kg free trade LPG price became ₹821.5.
June 1, 2026 changes in UPI and LPG: key rules for payments and fuel distribution
From June 1, 2026, new rules took effect for UPI and LPG distribution systems in India.
India’s manufacturing PMI rose to 55.0 in May 2026, a 3-month high
HSBC India Manufacturing PMI climbed to 55.0 in May 2026 from 54.7 in April, indicating faster factory expansion.
U.S.-Iran military escalation: drone, air base and command-site strikes in 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes in 2026, with the U.S. Central Command citing an MQ-1 drone incident over international waters.
Tamil Nadu finances white paper: key fiscal document under finalisation in June 2026
Tamil Nadu’s promised white paper on state finances is being finalised and may be released within days.
Supreme Court strength rises to 37 with 5 new judges in June 2026
The Law Ministry issued notifications on June 1, 2026 appointing 5 judges to the Supreme Court, taking its sanctioned strength to 37.
Tamil Nadu orders zero-tolerance on delays in building plan approvals
Tamil Nadu has warned planning officials of disciplinary action for delays and transparency violations in building plan approvals.
West Bengal Cabinet expansion: 41-member ministry to be sworn in on 1 June 2026
West Bengal’s Cabinet strength rises to 41 with a June 1, 2026 expansion, a polity fact relevant for state executive structure.
June 2026 UPI and LPG rule changes: key financial and utility updates for exam prep
From 1 June 2026, new changes take effect in UPI and LPG distribution guidelines, making them relevant for economy and governance questions.
BJP outreach to Nepal ruling party: India-Nepal diplomatic engagement after Foreign Secretary visit cancellation
A BJP-hosted Nepal ruling-party delegation visit in June 2026 highlights India-Nepal political outreach and diplomatic timing.
Nepal border remarks and river-boundary issue: India-Nepal territorial dispute context
A June 2026 Nepal border remark and the government’s river-boundary clarification make this a testable India-Nepal territorial issue.
CUET-UG 2026 rescheduled exam: NTA conducts undergraduate entrance test in two shifts across India and overseas
The National Testing Agency conducted the rescheduled CUET-UG 2026 in two shifts at centres across India and overseas.
Marina Blue Flag beach project near Vivekananda House nears completion in Chennai
The Marina Blue Flag beach project near Vivekananda House in Chennai is nearing completion with new public facilities.
Mahatma Gandhi University gets in-charge Vice-Chancellor appointment
Prof. Mavoothu D. was appointed in-charge Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University while serving in senior academic roles at CUSAT and Kerala University.
JEE Advanced 2026: AIR 1, qualifying count and female participation
JEE Advanced 2026 saw 56,880 qualifiers, including 10,107 female candidates, with Shubham Kumar securing AIR 1.