Daily Current Affairs: 5 June 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 forecasting. The mission aims to enhance India's resilience to extreme weather events and climate change, benefiting agriculture, disaster management, and infrastructure planning.
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PM Modi inaugurates new Parliament annex building
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Parliament annex building in New Delhi, designed to accommodate additional offices and committee rooms. The building is part of the Central Vista redevelopment project and aims to modernize parliamentary infrastructure.
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India's GDP growth revised to 7.2% for FY 2025-26
The National Statistical Office revised India's GDP growth estimate for the fiscal year 2025-26 to 7.2%, up from the earlier projection of 6.8%. The revision is attributed to strong performance in manufacturing and services sectors, reinforcing India's position as the fastest-growing major economy.

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UN Security Council adopts resolution on Gaza ceasefire
The UN Security Council adopted a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with 14 votes in favor and one abstention (USA). The resolution demands humanitarian access and the release of hostages, marking a significant diplomatic step after months of conflict.
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WHO declares end of COVID-19 global health emergency
The World Health Organization declared the end of COVID-19 as a global health emergency, citing declining cases and increased immunity. However, it warned that the virus remains a threat and countries should maintain surveillance systems.
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G7 summit begins in Japan with focus on Ukraine and AI
The G7 summit commenced in Hiroshima, Japan, with leaders discussing continued support for Ukraine, artificial intelligence regulation, and economic security. The summit aims to strengthen cooperation among major democracies on global challenges.

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ISRO successfully tests reusable launch vehicle prototype
ISRO successfully conducted the landing experiment of its Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) prototype, 'Pushpak', at the Chitradurga aeronautical test range. This achievement brings India closer to developing cost-effective space access technology.

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Indian women's cricket team wins T20 World Cup
The Indian women's cricket team defeated Australia in the final to win the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. This is India's first T20 World Cup title in women's cricket, with captain Harmanpreet Kaur scoring a match-winning 78.

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