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Daily briefing · 2026-06-10

Daily Current Affairs: 10 June 2026

Concise, exam-focused news notes curated for revision.

India

  1. 01

    India Launches National Quantum Mission Phase 2

    The government launched Phase 2 of the National Quantum Mission with a focus on quantum computing and communication. This initiative aims to make India a global leader in quantum technology by 2030, with applications in cybersecurity and drug discovery.

  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 right to privacy as a fundamental right. This decision impacts data protection laws and digital identity usage.

  3. 03

    India Signs Free Trade Agreement with UK

    India and the UK signed a comprehensive free trade agreement, eliminating tariffs on 90% of goods. This is expected to boost bilateral trade by $15 billion annually and create jobs in textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT.

World

  1. 01

    UN Climate Summit Adopts New Emissions Targets

    At the UN Climate Summit in Geneva, 195 countries agreed to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2035. The deal includes a $100 billion annual fund for developing nations, marking a significant step in global climate action.

  2. 02

    WHO Declares End of COVID-19 Global Health Emergency

    The World Health Organization officially declared the end of the COVID-19 global health emergency, citing reduced cases and deaths. This decision allows countries to transition to long-term management of the virus.

  3. 03

    Japan Launches First Commercial Space Station Module

    Japan successfully launched its first commercial space station module, 'Kibo-2', to the International Space Station. This module will support experiments in microgravity and space manufacturing, enhancing Japan's role in space exploration.

Economy

  1. 01

    RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5%

    The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth consecutive time, citing inflation concerns. This decision aims to balance growth and price stability, impacting loan EMIs and savings.

  2. 02

    IMF Raises India's GDP Growth Forecast to 7.2%

    The International Monetary Fund revised India's GDP growth forecast upward to 7.2% for FY2026-27, driven by strong domestic demand and reforms. This positions India as the fastest-growing major economy.

Science & Tech

  1. 01

    ISRO Successfully Tests Reusable Launch Vehicle

    ISRO conducted a successful landing experiment of its reusable launch vehicle (RLV) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. This technology aims to reduce satellite launch costs by 80% and is crucial for future space missions.

Sports

  1. 01

    India Wins ICC World Test Championship Final

    India defeated Australia by 209 runs in the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's. This is India's first WTC title, with standout performances by Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah.

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