Daily Current Affairs: 1 July 2026

India

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India launches 'Mission Mausam' to boost weather forecasting
On July 1, 2026, the Government of India launched 'Mission Mausam', a ₹2,000 crore initiative to improve weather forecasting and climate resilience. The mission aims to deploy advanced radars, satellites, and AI models to predict extreme weather events like cyclones and heatwaves. This is significant for disaster preparedness and agriculture.
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Supreme Court upholds constitutional validity of Aadhaar Act amendments
The Supreme Court of India upheld the 2023 amendments to the Aadhaar Act, which allow voluntary use of Aadhaar for private services. The court ruled that the amendments do not violate privacy rights as they maintain the voluntary nature. This decision impacts digital identity and data protection laws.
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India and EU sign free trade agreement after 15 years of negotiations
India and the European Union signed a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on July 1, 2026, covering goods, services, and investments. The deal is expected to boost bilateral trade by 30% and create jobs in sectors like textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT. This is a major milestone in India's trade policy.

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UN Security Council adopts resolution on AI governance
The United Nations Security Council passed a landmark resolution on July 1, 2026, establishing a global framework for the ethical use of artificial intelligence. The resolution calls for transparency, accountability, and human rights safeguards in AI development. This is the first binding UN resolution on AI.
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Japan launches world's first wooden satellite into orbit
Japan's space agency JAXA launched the world's first wooden satellite, named 'LignoSat', on July 1, 2026. The satellite uses magnolia wood to reduce space debris and is designed to burn up completely on re-entry. This innovation could lead to more sustainable space exploration.
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WHO declares end of global health emergency for new variant
The World Health Organization declared the end of the global health emergency for the COVID-19 variant 'Omicron XBB.2' on July 1, 2026, citing low transmission and immunity levels. The decision marks a shift to long-term management of the virus.

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RBI launches digital rupee pilot for cross-border payments
The Reserve Bank of India launched a pilot project for cross-border digital rupee transactions with Singapore on July 1, 2026. The initiative aims to reduce transaction costs and settlement times. This is a step towards internationalizing the Indian rupee.

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ISRO successfully tests reusable launch vehicle technology
ISRO successfully conducted the landing experiment of its reusable launch vehicle (RLV) on July 1, 2026, at the Chitradurga facility. The test validated autonomous landing capabilities, reducing launch costs. This is crucial for India's future space missions.

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Indian women's cricket team wins T20 World Cup
The Indian women's cricket team defeated Australia by 5 wickets in the T20 World Cup final on July 1, 2026, in Melbourne. This is India's first T20 World Cup title in women's cricket. The victory highlights the growth of women's sports in India.

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Nobel laureate Amartya Sen awarded Bharat Ratna
The Government of India announced the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award, to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen on July 1, 2026, for his contributions to welfare economics and social justice. The award recognizes his work on poverty and education.

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