Daily Current Affairs: 19 May 2026

India

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India launches 'Mission Mausam' to boost weather forecasting
The Union Cabinet approved 'Mission Mausam' with a budget of ₹2,000 crore to improve weather and climate observations, modeling, and forecasting. The mission aims to enhance resilience to extreme weather events and support sectors like agriculture, disaster management, and aviation.
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PM Modi inaugurates 'Kashi Vishwanath Dham' Phase II
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the second phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham corridor in Varanasi, which includes a new museum, food court, and improved facilities for pilgrims. The project aims to boost tourism and preserve the cultural heritage of the ancient temple.

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G7 summit begins in Hiroshima, Japan
The 49th G7 summit commenced in Hiroshima, Japan, with leaders discussing global issues such as Ukraine, climate change, and economic security. India was invited as a guest country, representing the Global South.
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WHO declares end of COVID-19 global health emergency
The World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 no longer constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, marking a symbolic end to the pandemic. However, it warned that the virus remains a threat and countries should maintain surveillance.

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RBI announces new digital lending guidelines
The Reserve Bank of India issued revised guidelines for digital lending, mandating that all loan disbursals and repayments must be routed through regulated entities. This aims to curb illegal lending apps and protect borrowers.

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ISRO successfully tests 'Pushpak' reusable launch vehicle
ISRO conducted a successful landing experiment of its reusable launch vehicle technology demonstrator, 'Pushpak', at the Chitradurga Aeronautical Test Range. This brings India closer to developing cost-effective access to space.

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Indian women's cricket team wins T20 series against Australia
The Indian women's cricket team defeated Australia in the third T20I to win the five-match series 3-2, marking their first bilateral T20 series win against Australia. This is a significant achievement for women's cricket in India.

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Nobel laureate Amartya Sen awarded 'Bharat Ratna'
The Government of India announced the conferment of the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award, to economist and Nobel laureate Amartya Sen for his contributions to welfare economics and social justice. The decision was widely praised.

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