Daily Current Affairs: 17 June 2026

India

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India Launches 'Surya Kiran' Solar Mission
ISRO successfully launched the 'Surya Kiran' mission on June 17, 2026, to study the Sun's corona and solar winds. The satellite carries seven payloads and will be placed in a halo orbit around the L1 Lagrange point. This mission is crucial for understanding space weather and its impact on satellite communications.
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Cabinet Approves National Logistics Policy 2.0
The Union Cabinet approved the National Logistics Policy 2.0 aimed at reducing logistics costs from 13% to 8% of GDP by 2030. The policy focuses on digitization, multimodal transport, and skill development. It is expected to boost India's manufacturing competitiveness and ease of doing business.
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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. The judgment came in response to a petition challenging the use of Aadhaar for private services. This decision impacts data protection laws and digital identity usage.

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G7 Summit Concludes with Climate Finance Pledge
The G7 summit held in Japan ended with a pledge to mobilize $100 billion annually for climate finance in developing countries. Leaders also agreed to phase out coal power by 2035. This commitment is significant for global climate action and India's energy transition plans.
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WHO Declares End of Marburg Virus Outbreak in Ghana
The World Health Organization declared the end of the Marburg virus outbreak in Ghana after 42 days with no new cases. The outbreak had claimed 12 lives. This highlights the importance of rapid response and international cooperation in health emergencies.
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UN Security Council Imposes Sanctions on North Korea
The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution imposing new sanctions on North Korea for its recent intercontinental ballistic missile test. The sanctions target North Korea's missile program and luxury goods imports. This move aims to curb Pyongyang's nuclear ambitions.

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RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5%
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for the sixth consecutive time, citing concerns over inflation. The stance remains 'withdrawal of accommodation'. This decision affects loan EMIs and savings rates.
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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 FY 2025-26 to 7.2%, up from the earlier projection of 7%. The revision is attributed to strong performance in manufacturing and services sectors. This indicates robust economic recovery.

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NASA's Artemis III Successfully Lands on Moon's South Pole
NASA's Artemis III mission achieved a historic landing on the Moon's south pole on June 17, 2026. The crew includes the first woman and the first person of color on the lunar surface. This mission is a step towards establishing a permanent lunar base and future Mars exploration.

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India Wins ICC Cricket World Cup 2026
India defeated Australia by 5 wickets in the ICC Cricket World Cup final held at Lord's on June 17, 2026. Virat Kohli scored a century and was named Player of the Tournament. This is India's third World Cup title, reinforcing its dominance in cricket.

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Nobel Prize in Literature Awarded to Arundhati Roy
The Swedish Academy awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature to Indian author Arundhati Roy for her 'incisive and poetic narratives that explore complex social and political issues'. Roy is the second Indian to win the prize after Rabindranath Tagore. Her works include 'The God of Small Things'.

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