Current affairs archive

Daily briefing · 2026-06-03

Daily Current Affairs: 3 June 2026

Concise, exam-focused news notes curated for revision.

India

  1. 01

    India Launches National Quantum Mission Phase 2

    The government announced Phase 2 of the National Quantum Mission with a focus on quantum computing and cryptography. This initiative aims to make India a global leader in quantum technology by 2030.

  2. 02

    Supreme Court Upholds Right to Privacy in Aadhaar Case

    The Supreme Court ruled that Aadhaar data cannot be shared with private entities without consent, reinforcing the fundamental right to privacy. This decision impacts digital identity and data protection laws.

World

  1. 01

    UN Climate Summit Agrees on New Emission Targets

    At the UN Climate Summit in Bonn, nations agreed to cut emissions by 45% by 2030. India committed to net-zero by 2070, aligning with global climate goals.

  2. 02

    WHO Declares End of Global Health Emergency for COVID-19

    The WHO officially declared the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency, citing reduced cases and global vaccination coverage. This marks a significant milestone in pandemic response.

Economy

  1. 01

    RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5%

    The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate to control inflation while supporting growth. This decision affects loan interest rates and economic stability.

Science & Tech

  1. 01

    ISRO Successfully Tests Reusable Launch Vehicle

    ISRO conducted a successful landing experiment of its reusable launch vehicle, reducing future space mission costs. This technology is crucial for India's space ambitions.

Sports

  1. 01

    Indian Women's Cricket Team Wins T20 World Cup

    India defeated Australia in the final to win the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. This victory highlights the growth of women's cricket in India.

Awards

  1. 01

    Nobel Prize in Literature Awarded to Indian Author

    Indian author Amitav Ghosh won the Nobel Prize in Literature for his works on climate change and colonialism. He is the first Indian to win the prize in over a decade.

Check your recall

Attempt the daily current-affairs test

This edition includes 10 practice questions based on the briefing.

Start the daily test