06 July 2026 | English | FREE Current Affairs PDF

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News In One Liner

🏛️ PIB News — VP Radhakrishnan Addresses ICAI’s 78th CA Day

• The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, addressed the seventy-eighth Chartered Accountants Day and Foundation Day celebrations of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.

Simplified News: On 1 July 2026, ICAI marked its 78th Chartered Accountants Day and Foundation Day at Vigyan Bhawan, with Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan calling CAs “Ambassadors of Trust” vital to Viksit Bharat @2047. He highlighted their role in reforms like GST, IBC, and DBT, and launched two new platforms — the Peer Review Board Web Portal and the ICAI Jan Utsav Portal (with MyGov). Remember for exams: ICAI’s 78th Foundation Day, President Prasanna Kumar D., and Vice President Mangesh P. Kinare.

🏛️ PIB News — Lt Gen Sandeep Jain Appointed Vice Chief of Army Staff

• Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain assumed the appointment of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) on 1 July 2026.

Simplified News: Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain took over as India’s Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS) on 1 July 2026, bringing nearly four decades of command experience, including UN peacekeeping tenures in South Sudan (UNMISS) and Ethiopia (UNMEE). He holds the AVSM and Sena Medal and completed the National Defence Course in Kenya. Aspirants should note his new designation, decorations, and international deployments.

🏛️ PIB News — Air Marshal Tejinder Singh Named Chief of Integrated Defence Staff

• Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumed charge as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC) on 1 July 2026.

Simplified News: Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumed charge as Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC) on 1 July 2026, having been commissioned into the IAF’s fighter stream in 1987. A Category ‘A’ Qualified Flying Instructor with over 4,500 flying hours, he holds the Vayu Sena Medal (2007), AVSM (2022), and PVSM (2026). Key facts to retain: his new post, commissioning year, and medal timeline.

🏛️ PIB News — Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Takes Over as Vice Chief of Air Staff

• Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 1 July 2026.

Simplified News: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit became the new Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the IAF on 1 July 2026, succeeding Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor. An Experimental Test Pilot with over 3,500 flying hours, he has served in operations such as Safed Sagar and Rakshak, and holds the PVSM (2026) and AVSM (2023). Remember his new appointment, predecessor, and awards.

🏛️ PIB News — Anupam Misra Assumes Charge as CMD, Hindustan Copper

• Shri Anupam Misra officially assumed charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) on 1 July 2026.

Simplified News: Shri Anupam Misra took charge as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) on 1 July 2026, bringing over 33 years of experience in marketing and international trade. He previously served as Director (Marketing) at FACT (2020–2026) and trained at IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta. For exams, his new PSU appointment and prior FACT role are the key facts.

🏛️ PIB News — CCEA Approves Kanpur-Kabrai NH-34 Highway Project

• The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the construction of the four-to-six lane access-controlled Kanpur-Kabrai section of National Highway-34 (NH-34) in Uttar Pradesh at an estimated capital cost of 7,145.14 crore rupees.

Simplified News: The CCEA approved a 4-to-6 lane, access-controlled Kanpur-Kabrai section of NH-34 in Uttar Pradesh at a cost of ₹7,145.14 crore, to be built on the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) Toll model. The project will cut travel time by 58% — from 3.5 hours to 1.5 hours — and generate around 1.2 crore person-days of employment. Remember the cost figure, BOT model, and travel-time cut for exams.

🏛️ PIB News — CCEA Clears Six-Lane Tunnel on NH-148AE in Delhi

• The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the construction of a six-lane road tunnel for National Highway-148AE (NH-148AE) connecting Dwarka Expressway with Nelson Mandela Marg at Vasant Kunj in Delhi at a total project cost of 6,969.67 crore rupees.

Simplified News: CCEA cleared a six-lane road tunnel on NH-148AE linking Dwarka Expressway with Nelson Mandela Marg in Delhi, at a cost of ₹6,969.67 crore under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). The 8.1 km corridor includes a 3.14 km tunnel and is expected to create over 7.5 lakh direct and 9.8 lakh indirect person-days of jobs. Key numbers to recall: project cost, total/tunnel length, and the HAM model.

🏛️ PIB News — India Approves First Private PinS Approach at Undavalli Heliport

• The Ministry of Civil Aviation announced a major milestone with the approval of India’s first private Point-in-Space (PinS) Instrument Approach Procedure for helicopter operations at Undavalli Heliport to improve safety and all-weather accessibility.

Simplified News: India approved its first private Point-in-Space (PinS) Instrument Approach Procedure for helicopters at Undavalli Heliport, developed by AAI and cleared by DGCA under Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. It follows the earlier GAGAN-based precision-approach demonstration and will aid emergency medical services, disaster relief, and remote connectivity. Remember: the location (Undavalli), the minister, and the GAGAN link.

🏛️ PIB News — ICAR Signs MoU & 5-Year Work Plan with Seychelles

• The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a five-year Work Plan with the Agriculture Department of the Republic of Seychelles to strengthen bilateral collaboration in agricultural research and education.

Simplified News: ICAR signed an MoU and a five-year (2026–2031) Work Plan with Seychelles’ Agriculture Department during the PM’s state visit, covering climate-smart agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and food security. This adds to ICAR’s network of over 100 international MoUs. Key facts: the five-year timeframe and the focus areas.

🏛️ PIB News — 12th India-Malaysia Defence Cooperation Meeting Held in Delhi

• The twelfth India-Malaysia Sub Committee Meeting on Military Cooperation was held in New Delhi on 1 July 2026 to review bilateral military engagements and reaffirm a shared commitment to regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

Simplified News: The 12th India-Malaysia Sub Committee Meeting on Military Cooperation (SCMC) was held in New Delhi on 1 July 2026, reviewing defence ties under the Enhanced Strategic Partnership. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met the visiting delegation at DPSU Bhawan, World Trade Centre. Remember the edition number, date, and the Defence Secretary’s name.

🏛️ PIB News — MECON Limited Gets Miniratna Category-I Status

• The Ministry of Steel has officially approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to MECON Limited to provide enhanced financial and operational autonomy to its board.

Simplified News: The Ministry of Steel granted Miniratna Category-I status to MECON Limited (Ranchi, est. 1959), giving its board greater financial and operational autonomy. The upgrade followed strong financials — a net worth of ₹535.42 crore and a peak PBT of ₹104.53 crore in FY 2025-26. Key facts: MECON’s new status, net worth figure, and administrative ministry.

📊 Industry News — Sensex, Nifty End Higher, Snap Two-Day Losing Streak

• The benchmark domestic equity indices ended 0.6 percent higher on 1 July 2026 as the Sensex rose 444 points and the Nifty gained 140 points to settle above the 24,000 mark, snapping a two-session losing streak.

Simplified News: Domestic equity markets rebounded on 1 July 2026, with the Sensex up 444 points to 76,923 and the Nifty gaining 140 points to close at 24,006, snapping a two-session losing streak. Eternal was the top Sensex gainer, up 5.7%. Remember the index closing levels and point gains for exams.

📊 Industry News — India’s Manufacturing PMI Eases to 54.2 in June

• The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) compiled by S&P Global declined from 55.0 in May to 54.2 in June 2026, marking its second-lowest expansion level in four years.

Simplified News: The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI (compiled by S&P Global) eased to 54.2 in June 2026 from 55.0 in May, its second-lowest reading in four years, as export demand grew at its weakest pace in 39 months. Capital goods drove the slowdown, and business confidence hit a five-month low. Key figures: the 54.2 PMI reading and the 39-month export-demand low.

💰 Financial News — Ravi Shankar Appointed RBI Executive Director

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Shri Ravi Shankar as its new Executive Director (ED) with effect from July 1, 2026.

Simplified News: Shri Ravi Shankar was appointed Executive Director of the RBI effective 1 July 2026, after more than three decades of service across various RBI departments. He holds the CAIIB certification, and the appointment was notified via Press Release 2026-2027/586. Remember his new designation and effective date.

💰 Financial News — Rupee Falls 57 Paise to Close at 95.24/USD

• The Indian Rupee (INR) depreciated by 57 paise to close at 95.24 against the United States Dollar (USD) in the foreign exchange market as the global dollar index traded at 101.37 in intraday trade.

Simplified News: The Indian Rupee fell 57 paise to close at 95.24 against the US Dollar as the dollar index traded at 101.37 intraday, reflecting continued pressure on the currency amid global dollar strength. Key numbers: the 57-paise fall and the 95.24 closing rate.

💰 Financial News — Govt Notifies New EPF Scheme, 2026

• The Central Government has officially notified the new Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 2026, to replace the long-standing Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 1952, and clarify that the mandatory monthly employee contribution is capped at 1,800 rupees.

Simplified News: The government notified the new EPF Scheme, 2026 (effective 29 June 2026), replacing the EPF Scheme, 1952. The wage ceiling for contributions remains ₹15,000/month, with the maximum employee contribution capped at ₹1,800/month, affecting nearly 8 crore subscribers. Remember the effective date, wage ceiling, and contribution cap.

🇮🇳 National & State News — Uttarakhand Abolishes Madrasa Board, Forms USAME

• The Uttarakhand Government has officially abolished its statutory Madrasa Board and established the Uttarakhand State Authority for Minority Education (USAME) to regulate educational institutions across all six notified minority communities from 1 July 2026.

Simplified News: Uttarakhand abolished its statutory Madrasa Board from 1 July 2026 and set up the Uttarakhand State Authority for Minority Education (USAME) to regulate institutions of all six notified minority communities, covering 452 previously registered madrasas. Key facts: USAME’s name, the six communities, and the 452-institution figure.

🌐 World News — India Seeks Release of 188 Fishermen, Prisoners from Pakistan

• India has urged Pakistan to expedite the release and repatriation of 188 Indian fishermen and civil prisoners who have already completed their prison sentences.

Simplified News: India asked Pakistan to expedite the release of 188 Indian fishermen and civil prisoners who have completed their sentences, as part of the annual prisoner-list exchange mandated every January 1 and July 1 under the 2008 framework. Since 2014, 2,661 Indian fishermen have been repatriated from Pakistan. Remember the 188 figure and the January 1/July 1 exchange dates.

📝 Appointments and Resignation — Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Gets One-Year Extension

• The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has officially approved a one-year service extension for Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, extending his tenure until 14 July 2027 to ensure diplomatic continuity.

Simplified News: The ACC approved a one-year extension for Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, keeping him in office until 14 July 2027 for diplomatic continuity. He is from the 1989 IFS batch, holds degrees from Hindu College and XLRI, and succeeded Vinay Mohan Kwatra in July 2024. Key facts: the extension date, IFS batch, and predecessor’s name.

🏆 Sports News — Harry Kane Overtakes Pelé’s World Cup Goal Record

• England captain Harry Kane scored a late match-winning brace against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) to secure a 2-1 victory, advancing England to the round of 16 while surpassing Pelé’s historic FIFA World Cup goal tally.

Simplified News: Harry Kane scored a late brace to beat DR Congo 2-1, taking his career World Cup tally to 13 goals and overtaking Pelé’s record of 12. England now face co-hosts Mexico at Estadio Azteca on 5 July 2026 in the round of 16. Remember Kane’s goal tally (13) and Pelé’s benchmark (12).

📈 Reports & Indices — Indian Passport Holds 125th Rank in Passport Index

• The Indian passport remained static at the 125th position globally in the latest VisaGuide.World Passport Index despite achieving its highest-ever mobility score of 15.65.

Simplified News: India’s passport held steady at 125th place in the VisaGuide.World Passport Index despite hitting a record mobility score of 15.65, with visa-free access to just 30 countries and traditional visa requirements for 121 nations. Key figures for exams: rank (125th), mobility score (15.65), and visa-free count (30).

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