Reliance and Meta To Build 168 MW Data Centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat
Reliance Industries Limited has partnered with Meta Platforms, Inc. in June 2026 to develop a 168 MW data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The facility will support Meta’s global artificial intelligence infrastructure, bolstering computing capacity and cloud services. Reliance will design, build, and operate the data centre, while Meta will lease the capacity to run its AI workloads and other services. The project aligns with India’s push to expand data centre capacity and digital infrastructure, and it highlights collaboration between a major Indian conglomerate and a global tech firm to grow technology resources in western India.
Location: Jamnagar, Gujarat.
Capacity: 168 MW data centre.
Parties: Reliance Industries Limited and Meta Platforms, Inc.
Purpose: Support Meta’s global AI infrastructure.
Arrangement: Reliance to develop/operate; Meta to lease capacity.
Defence Ministry Approves 250 MW Solar Project with Battery Storage in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
The Defence Ministry approved a 250 MW solar power project with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. The facility will utilize about 850 acres of vacant defence land and will be implemented by NTPC Limited. The project aims to strengthen energy security for defence establishments and support a reliable supply of renewable power. The BESS component is designed to provide grid stability and load balancing, enhancing resilience for military installations. This initiative aligns with national goals to expand clean energy capacity and integrate storage solutions in critical infrastructure.
Project: 250 MW solar with Battery Energy Storage System.
Location: Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.
Land use: ~850 acres of defence land.
Implementer: NTPC Limited.
Purpose: Enhance energy security and grid stability.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Set for June 12 to July 5 in England and Wales
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is scheduled to run from 12 June to 5 July 2026. Hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board, this edition marks the tournament’s tenth iteration. Twelve national teams will compete across seven venues in England and Wales, showcasing top women’s cricket talent from around the world. The event is expected to attract global viewership and participation, with teams aiming to advance through group stages into knockout rounds culminating in the final on 5 July. Organisers have highlighted a backdrop of increased investment in women’s cricket and broader promotion of the sport.
Tournament dates: 12 June – 5 July 2026.
Host: England and Wales Cricket Board.
Edition: Tenth Women’s T20 World Cup.
Participants: 12 teams across seven venues.
Final scheduled for 5 July.
Alexander Zverev Wins 2026 French Open to Take German Grand Slam Legacy Forward
Alexander Zverev captured the men’s singles title at the 2026 French Open, defeating Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in a five-set final. This victory marks Zverev’s first Grand Slam singles title, cementing his status among modern-era champions. He becomes the first German man to win a Grand Slam since Boris Becker in 1996. The championship highlighted a dramatic comeback arc for the German player and showcased resilience with a decisive fifth-set performance. The win adds a notable chapter to the ongoing narrative of European tennis excellence in the post-Borg era.
Winner: Alexander Zverev, French Open 2026.
Opponent: Flavio Cobolli (Italy) in final.
Significance: First Grand Slam singles title for Zverev.
Historical note: First German to win a Grand Slam since 1996.
National Award-Winning Tamil Director Bharathi Rajaa Passes Away in Chennai
Chennai-based filmmaker Bharathi Rajaa, a National Award-winning director, died in Chennai during June 2026. He was celebrated for capturing the rustic beauty of rural life in Tamil cinema, creating characters and stories rooted in everyday realities. Over a career spanning more than two decades, Rajaa received six National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and six Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, reflecting consistent recognition across national and state platforms. His work is remembered for its social realism and emphasis on village life. Rajaa’s passing marks a significant loss for Tamil cinema and for Indian regional filmmaking more broadly.
Death of Bharathi Rajaa reported in Chennai, June 2026.
Renowned for portraying rural life in Tamil cinema.
Awards: 6 National Film Awards, 4 Filmfare Awards, 6 Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
Career focused on character-driven, socially realistic narratives.
Ahmedabad Rolls Out QR-Based Street Food Hygiene Rating System
Ahmedabad has launched a QR code-based rating system to assess hygiene and food safety at street food vendors. Implemented by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, the scheme enables residents to scan a code and view compliance ratings posted at vendor outlets. The initiative aims to elevate cleanliness standards, standardize safety practices, and empower citizens to make informed choices when consuming street food. City officials expect the scheme to incentivize hygienic preparation and handling, contributing to public health and overall quality of urban street food experiences.
System: QR code-based hygiene rating for street food vendors.
Implementing body: Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation.
Aim: Improve cleanliness and ensure safer food for residents.
Public access via QR codes at vendor outlets.
Expected impact: elevated hygiene standards in street food.
Madhya Pradesh Withdraws Two-Child Norm for Government Jobs and Service Eligibility
In June 2026, Madhya Pradesh withdrew the two-child norm as a criterion for government job eligibility and continuing service in state rules. The decision eliminates the two-child restriction from the proposed civil services rules, affecting future recruitment and employment criteria for state employees. Officials stated that the change aims to streamline recruitment and reduce administrative constraints. The move aligns with evolving population policy debates in India and may influence similar policy discussions in other states. Critics and supporters alike will monitor how the removal impacts long-term workforce planning and gender dynamics.
Policy change: Removal of two-child norm for government jobs.
Jurisdiction: Madhya Pradesh, June 2026.
Implication: Affects eligibility and recruitment criteria.
Context: Part of broader population policy debates in India.
Outlook: Potential influence on other states.
Goa Expands Atal Asra Yojana to Boost ST Housing Support
Goa announced an expansion of the Atal Asra Yojana in June 2026 to provide enhanced housing support to Scheduled Tribe (ST) families. Under the revised scheme, assistance for house construction or reconstruction is raised to Rs. 5 lakhs, and repair assistance increases to Rs. 3 lakhs. The state aims to strengthen housing security and uplift living standards for ST households. Officials highlighted that the updated caps will accelerate housing projects and reduce financial barriers for eligible families. The expansion aligns with broader SE development goals and targeted welfare measures for vulnerable communities in the state.
Scheme: Atal Asra Yojana expansion in Goa.
Beneficiaries: Scheduled Tribe families.
Financial uplift: Construction/reconstruction assistance up to Rs 5 lakhs.
Repair assistance: Up to Rs 3 lakhs.
Policy aim: Improve housing security and living standards.
Kerala Cabinet Approves Priyadarshini Scheme for Free Travel for Women and Transgender Persons
The Kerala Cabinet approved the Priyadarshini scheme in June 2026, providing free travel on KSRTC ordinary bus services for women across all ages and income groups, along with transgender persons. The measure seeks to improve mobility access, promote gender equity, and support economic participation by reducing transport costs for eligible passengers. Policy details indicate that the scheme will be implemented through state transport services, with potential eligibility rules and monitoring mechanisms to ensure broad reach and transparent administration. The decision reflects Kerala’s continued focus on inclusive transport access.
Policy: Priyadarshini scheme approved by Kerala Cabinet.
Beneficiaries: Women of all ages and transgender persons.
Benefit: Free travel on KSRTC ordinary buses.
Objective: Boost mobility, gender equity, and participation.