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Daily G.K. - Top Stories

01 Jul 2026

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

India to implement UPI in Seychelles with NPCI International

India has signed an MoU with the Central Bank of Seychelles to implement the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in Seychelles. The agreement was signed between NPCI International Payments Limited and Seychelles’ Central Bank. The move aims to strengthen cooperation in digital payments and expand India’s UPI platform abroad. Authorities say UPI adoption will enable fast, convenient transfers for individuals and businesses, potentially boosting remittances, tourism, and trade with Seychelles. The initiative aligns with India’s broader goal of promoting digital payments across the Indian Ocean region and deepening financial inclusion.
  • MoU between NPCI International Payments and Seychelles Central Bank
  • UPI to be launched in Seychelles
  • Aims to boost digital payments ecosystem abroad
  • Expected gains in remittances, tourism, and trade
  • Part of India’s regional digital-payments expansion

India-Saudi water-cooperation MoU signed during Saudi Water Week

During the inaugural Saudi Water Week in Jeddah, India and Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in water resources management. The agreement covers sustainable water management, exchange of technical expertise, and capacity-building. It anticipates joint research, data sharing, and technology transfer in groundwater management, water recycling, irrigation efficiency, and climate resilience. The pact underscores India’s broader regional outreach and the importance of water security for fast-growing economies in the Gulf and adjacent regions. The MoU aligns with ongoing projects in energy, agriculture, and urban water supply.
  • MoU signed during Saudi Water Week (Jeddah)
  • Focus on water resources management and capacity-building
  • Includes data sharing, research, and tech transfer
  • Covers groundwater, recycling, irrigation, climate resilience
  • Part of broader India-Gulf regional collaboration

PM Modi’s Seychelles visit ends with nine agreements and UPI rollout

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a three-day state visit to Seychelles from 27 to 29 June 2026. He attended the Golden Jubilee National Day as a guest of honour and held talks with President Patrick Herminie. India and Seychelles signed nine agreements, including the rollout of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and a Rs 1,250 crore line of credit for priority projects. The visit also covered defence and maritime cooperation, healthcare, and development finance. Modi described the trip as a step forward in Indo-Seychelles ties and regional security in the Indian Ocean context.
  • PM Modi’s 27–29 June 2026 Seychelles visit concluded
  • Nine agreements signed, including UPI rollout
  • Rs 1,250 crore line of credit announced
  • Meetings with President Herminie focused on defence and trade
  • Visit underscored India-Seychelles ties in Indian Ocean
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ENVIRONMENT

Satkosia Tiger Reserve approved for tiger reintroduction after review

Satkosia Tiger Reserve in Odisha received in-principle approval from the National Tiger Conservation Authority to resume tiger reintroduction. The reserve had no tigers at the time of the June 2026 assessment. A previous attempt in 2018 failed due to poaching, prey scarcity, and human-wildlife conflict. The renewed plan focuses on habitat restoration, prey-base enhancement, and community engagement to reduce conflicts. If implemented, the project would contribute to landscape-level tiger conservation and biodiversity in eastern India. Officials noted the decision aligns with wider tiger-conservation strategies across the country.
  • Satkosia Reserve gets in-principle nod for reintroduction
  • Previous 2018 attempt failed due to poaching and habitat issues
  • New plan prioritises habitat restoration and prey base
  • Emphasis on reducing human-wildlife conflict
  • Part of broader tiger-conservation efforts in India
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026: India wins five medals

The Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026 took place in Wollongong, New South Wales, in June 2026. The event served as a preparatory platform for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai. India performed strongly, securing five medals: three golds, one silver, and one bronze. Organisers highlighted India’s improving vocational training and mentoring, with notable showings in electronics, manufacturing, and engineering technology. Experts note that success here can translate into better performance at larger international competitions and help shape future policy on skills development and workforce readiness in India.
  • Event held in Wollongong, June 2026
  • India won five medals: 3 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze
  • Prepares for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
  • Strengthens India’s vocational training narrative
  • Shows gains in electronics, manufacturing, engineering
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DEFENCE

BRAHMANK project marks 16th Raising Day; border-road resilience highlighted

Project BRAHMANK of the Border Roads Organisation celebrated its 16th Raising Day in June 2026. Raised on 29 June 2011 at Ranaghat in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, the project focuses on constructing and maintaining strategic roads and bridges in Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam. BRAHMANK supports border connectivity, troop and civilian mobility, and regional development along India’s eastern frontier. The anniversary emphasised ongoing maintenance, capacity building, and resilience to challenging terrain and weather, ensuring robust logistics and rapid response capabilities for security and development needs in the region.
  • BRAHMANK celebrates 16th Raising Day
  • Launched 29 June 2011 in Arunachal Pradesh
  • Maintains strategic roads and bridges in NE India
  • Supports border connectivity and mobility
  • Emphasises maintenance and resilience in tough terrain
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DAYS AND EVENTS

International Asteroid Day observed to boost planetary defence

International Asteroid Day is observed annually on 30 June. The United Nations recognises the day to raise awareness of asteroid impact hazards and planetary defence. The date also marks the 1908 Tunguska airburst in Siberia, one of the largest asteroid-related events in history. Space agencies and educational institutions organise lectures, simulations, and outreach activities in many countries, including India, to highlight monitoring systems for near-Earth objects and emergency response planning. The observance emphasizes international cooperation in tracking asteroids, sharing data, and developing mitigation strategies for potential threats.
  • Observed on 30 June every year
  • UN-recognised for planetary defence awareness
  • Commemorates 1908 Tunguska event
  • Involves space agencies and educational outreach
  • Encourages international data sharing and monitoring
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Maharashtra to pursue India's first offshore airport; detailed project report ordered

India plans its first offshore airport off the Maharashtra coast. The state government has ordered preparation of a detailed project report to assess feasibility, environmental impact, and engineering options. The airport is proposed on reclaimed land or an artificial island at sea, modeled on international schemes in Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea. Site selection will consider coastal connectivity, navigation safety, and ecosystem effects. If the project progresses, it could bolster maritime trade, tourism, and western India's infrastructure. A final location and construction timeline have not been announced as of 1 July 2026. Public consultation and clearances would be required before any construction decision.
  • Offshore airport planned off Maharashtra coast
  • Detailed project report ordered by state government
  • Possible site on reclaimed land or artificial island
  • Modelled after Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea
  • No location or timeline announced yet
  • Environmental clearances and public consultation expected
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram launched to integrate child-health services

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram in New Delhi during the 16th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare. The programme combines Home-Based Newborn Care and Home-Based Care for Young Child initiatives to provide continuous healthcare from birth to 36 months. It aims to strengthen immunisation, growth monitoring, nutrition, and development guidance via a unified framework. The launch supports primary health service delivery, aligns with Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY goals, and seeks to improve outcomes for early childhood health across states with digital and community support.
  • Launch of SSBSK in New Delhi on 16th CCHFW meet
  • Integrates HBNC and HBYC for birth to 36 months
  • Focus areas: immunisation, growth, nutrition, development
  • Aims to strengthen primary health services nationwide
  • Aligns with PM-JAY and national child-health goals

Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY Chatbot rolled out to aid health-service access

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY WhatsApp Chatbot in New Delhi during June 2026. The chatbot, developed by the National Health Authority, helps citizens access Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY services more easily. It provides information on eligibility, empanelled hospitals, and claim status via WhatsApp. Officials say the tool will enhance user experience, reduce call-centre load, and speed benefits delivery under the PM-JAY scheme. The launch forms part of broader digital-health initiatives to promote accessible, technology-enabled public health services across the country.
  • Ayushman Sarathi WhatsApp Chatbot launched
  • Developed by National Health Authority
  • Assists with eligibility, hospitals, and claims
  • Aims to reduce helpline traffic and speed access
  • Part of broader digital-health push
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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS

Tourism Ministry-Google India MoU for digital promotion of destinations

In June 2026, the Ministry of Tourism signed an MoU with Google India to bolster digital promotion of India's tourism destinations. Google will provide travel insights, engagement data, training, content creation, and artificial intelligence support. The partnership aims to showcase lesser-known locales, improve visitor experiences, and boost domestic and international tourism. The agreement was exchanged in New Delhi in the presence of Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Officials describe the collaboration as a key element of a digital-first strategy to market India’s diverse tourism offerings and enhance tourism competitiveness globally.
  • MoU with Google India signed in June 2026
  • Digital promotion of Indian destinations
  • Includes travel insights, AI support, content creation
  • Aims to boost domestic and international tourism
  • Part of a digital-first tourism strategy
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