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Indigenous Video Story-Generating AI Model ‘Varya’ Launched

On June 12, 2026, Avataar, an AI-native transformation company, announced the launch of ‘Varya’, a distilled video AI model designed to make frontier video AI affordable, accessible, and relevant for India’s next generation of users.

Jaspal Rana

On June 12, 2026, India’s renowned shooting coach and former Asian Games gold medalist, Jaspal Rana, passed away at the age of 49.

13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum

The 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum successfully concluded on June 12, 2026, at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi. During the forum, the Ministerial Declaration on inclusive, resilient, and people-centred urban development was unanimously adopted.

Draft Telecommunications Rules, 2026

On June 12, 2026, the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) released the draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026. It aims to establish a unified regulatory framework for broadcasting services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023.

‘Central Asia - The Core of the SCO’ Conference

On June 12, 2026, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), an international conference titled "Central Asia - The Core of the SCO: A Space of Peace and Shared Development" was organized in Dushanbe.

India Announces USD 2.5 Million Assistance for Palestine

On 10th June 2026, India reiterated its support for a negotiated two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict and announced that it will soon provide USD 2.5 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) as part of its annual contribution.

India Fastest-Growing Economy in 2026-27: World Bank

On 11th June 2026, the World Bank projected that India will remain the world's fastest-growing major economy, with GDP growth expected at 6.6% in FY 2026-27, despite a challenging global economic environment.

SC: Enforcement of PCPNDT Act to Curb Sex Selection

On 11th June 2026, the Supreme Court highlighted the continued prevalence of sex-selection practices and stressed the need for strict enforcement of the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 (PCPNDT Act) until societal attitudes towards girls undergo a significant change.

Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration

On 11th June 2026, the Central Government signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Governments of Assam and Nagaland for the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas.

Blue Valley Cluster Project

On 9th June 2026, the Government of Assam and the European Union (EU) launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati to strengthen economic and industrial cooperation.

ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings 2026

In June 2026, India retained the No. 1 position in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings following the annual update.

Centre Extends CGSMFI-2.0

On 10th June 2026, the Central Government extended the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) till 31 August 2026 or until guarantees worth ₹20,000 crore are issued, whichever is earlier.

22 New Companies Approved Under Textile PLI Scheme

On 10th June 2026, the Government approved 22 new applicants under the third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, taking the total number of approved companies under Round-III to 96.

Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0

On 10th June 2026, the Central Government signed reform-linked Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Bihar and Manipur under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 to strengthen sustainable and community-driven rural drinking water supply systems.

Online School Monitoring System

On 10th June 2026, the School Education Department of Tripura launched the state's first Online School Monitoring System to strengthen academic monitoring and improve learning outcomes.

Phase 2A of Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project

On 10th June 2026, the Union Cabinet approved Phase 2A of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project to strengthen urban mobility and improve connectivity between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar.

Priyadarshini Scheme

On 10th June 2026, the Kerala Cabinet approved the implementation of the Priyadarshini Scheme, providing free bus travel for women and transgender persons in Kerala.

Land Port Management System (LPMS) ‘Vinimay’

On 9th June 2026, Union Home Minister launched the Land Port Management System (LPMS) ‘Vinimay’, a digital platform aimed at modernising operations across India's land ports, enhancing border security, and facilitating smoother trade and passenger movement.

NASA Announces Artemis III Crew

On 9th June 2026, NASA announced the four-member crew for Artemis III, a mission scheduled for late 2027 that will test lunar landers from SpaceX and Blue Origin through docking demonstrations in Earth orbit.

National Highways Authority of India

In June 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) introduced a series of technology-driven initiatives to strengthen maintenance of National Highways and Expressways.