Category: State Current Affairs

Miscellaneous

IndianOil’s XP100 Premium Petrol 

Why in News: Indian Oil’s XP100 has gained renewed prominence as a premium fuel option that is 100% ethanol-free. 

Key Highlights: 

• Fuel Specification:- It is a premium-grade petrol featuring a high 100-octane rating and is completely 100% ethanol-free. 
• Target Vehicles:- Primarily designed for high-performance and high-compression engines, including supercars, luxury sedans, and superbikes. 
• Launch Timeline:- Officially launched by Indian Oil in 2020, making it India’s first 100-octane fuel offering.

Science & Technology

GalaxEye Loses Contact with Mission Drishti 

Why in News: Bengaluru-based spacetech startup GalaxEye lost communication with its Mission Drishti satellite after a geomagnetic solar storm disrupted critical onboard systems. 

Key Highlights: 

• Satellite Profile:- Recognized as India’s largest privately developed Earth observation satellite and the world’s first OptoSAR satellite. 
• Payload Technology:- Uniquely integrated both Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and a multispectral optical imager into a single platform for all-weather Earth observation. 
• Launch Details:- Successfully deployed into orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in May 2026 before encountering the space weather anomaly.

Initiatives

Ministry of Tribal Affairs Launches TribeX Platform 

Why in News: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched TribeX, a first-of-its-kind digital learning platform designed to transform tribal education and preserve indigenous heritage. 

Key Highlights: 

• Academic Collaboration:- Developed in partnership with Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, Varanasi, to offer UGC-recognised postgraduate diplomas alongside free certificate courses. 
• Core Focus:- Dedicated to the preservation and promotion of tribal languages, arts, crafts, traditional knowledge, and modern skill development. 
• Global Connectivity:- Connects global learners, researchers, and educators directly with tribal experts and master artisans while serving as a digital repository for indigenous heritage.

Awards

Acharya Ranchhodlal Goswami Wins Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2025 

Context: An Ahmedabad-based scholar was selected for India’s premier youth award in the performing arts for his contributions to preserving the ancient temple music tradition of Haveli Sangeet. 

Key Highlights: 

• Award: Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2025. 
• Awardee: Acharya Shri Ranchhodlalji Goswami. 
• Issuing Authority: Sangeet Natak Akademi (Union Ministry of Culture). 
• Presenter: Sangeet Natak Akademi. 

Key Achievement: Honoured for his extraordinary contribution to preserving Haveli Sangeet, composing over 22,000 devotional hymns (padas) across six languages, and authoring eight authoritative books on temple music. 

About the Award: Instituted to recognize and encourage outstanding young performing artists under the age of 40 years across Indian classical music, dance, and drama. It carries a cash prize of ₹25,000 and is named in memory of legendary shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan.

Appointments

New Chiefs Appointed for BPR&D, NCRB, and SVPNPA 

Context: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointment of three senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to lead premier police research, criminal intelligence, and training institutions under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Key Highlights:

• Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D): Alok Kumar Mittal (1993-batch IPS officer, Haryana cadre) has been appointed as Director General. He takes charge at a critical juncture as the bureau oversees the nationwide rollout and training for the three new criminal laws.
• National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB): Amit Garg (1993-batch IPS officer, Andhra Pradesh cadre) has been named Director, succeeding Alok Ranjan. The post of NCRB Director has been temporarily upgraded to the rank of Director General on a personal basis for his tenure.
• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA): Sujeet Pandey (1994-batch IPS officer, Uttar Pradesh cadre) has been appointed to lead the country’s premier police training academy in Hyderabad, replacing Amit Garg.
• Institutional Framework: Operating directly under the Ministry of Home Affairs, BPR&D drives police modernization and policy research, NCRB (established in 1986) serves as the national repository for crime and criminal intelligence data, and SVPNPA trains Indian Police Service officer trainees and senior law enforcement leadership.

Awards

PM Modi Receives Indonesia’s Highest Civilian Honour 

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Indonesia’s highest civilian decoration during his official state visit to Jakarta, marking a major milestone in bilateral diplomatic relations. 

Key Highlights: 

• Award: Bintang Adipurna (Star of the Republic of Indonesia). 
• Awardee: Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 
• Issuing Authority: Republic of Indonesia. 
• Presenter: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Istana Merdeka (the Presidential Palace) in Jakarta. 

Key Achievement: Honoured for his outstanding leadership in advancing the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and promoting bilateral cooperation across defense, maritime security, critical minerals, and healthcare. 

About the Award: Instituted in 1959 as the highest civilian order of the Republic of Indonesia. Conferred upon individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity, and prosperity of the nation, placing PM Modi alongside historical figures like Jawaharlal Nehru who also received Indonesia’s highest state decoration.

Awards

ICMR-MINDS Wins Gold at National e-Governance Awards 2026 

Context: A flagship digital health initiative of the Indian Council of Medical Research won national recognition for integrating AI-powered mental healthcare into routine medical delivery. 

Key Highlights: 

• Award: Gold Award for Innovation by Use of AI and Other New Age Technologies. 
• Awardee: ICMR-MINDS (Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Integrated NCD Care Delivery System). 
• Issuing Authority: Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). 
• Presenter: Conferred during the 29th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) 2026 held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. 

Key Achievement: Deployed an AI-enabled Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) across seven states, empowering frontline workers to screen and manage mental health disorders without needing immediate psychiatric intervention. 

About the Initiative: Developed as a National Health Research Priority project by the ICMR. Operates on a structured bidirectional referral framework, allowing stable patients to receive care at primary health centers while reserving specialized hospitals for severe cases.

Important Days

Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Birth Anniversary 

• Observed Date: July 6 
• Commemorative Release: ₹125 Silver Coin and Commemorative Stamp issued by the Government of India to mark his 125th birth anniversary year.
• Objective: To commemorate the visionary statesman and educationist for his foundational role as India’s first Minister of Industry and Supply, his academic leadership at Calcutta University, and his tireless advocacy for national integration and a unified constitutional framework.

Awards

Vice Admiral K. Srinivas Conferred Ati Vishisht Seva Medal 

Why in News: The President of India conferred the prestigious Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) upon Vice Admiral K. Srinivas in recognition of his distinguished military service.

Key Highlights 

• About the Award: It is one of India’s highest peacetime military decorations, awarded to members of the armed forces for “distinguished service of an exceptional order.” 
• Institution Date: Officially instituted by the Government of India on January 26, 1960. 
• Wartime Equivalent: The AVSM serves as the peacetime equivalent of the Uttam Yuddh Seva Medal (UYSM), which is a wartime decoration for distinguished service during operational deployments.

Sports

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 

Why in News: Australia captured a record-extending seventh tournament championship by decisively defeating hosts England by seven wickets in the final. 

Key Highlights 

• Historic Final at Lord’s: The championship clash was held at the iconic London venue before a record women’s match attendance of over 28,000 spectators. 
• Record-Breaking Run Chase: Successfully chased down England’s target of 150/4 with 17 balls to spare, registering the highest successful run chase in the history of a Women’s T20 World Cup final. 
• Unbeaten Dominance: Under captain Sophie Molineux, the team completed an undefeated campaign and maintained a flawless 7-0 winning record against arch-rivals England across all ICC World Cup finals. 
• India’s Tournament Performance: The Indian team was knocked out in the group stage after losing their must-win final league match to Australia by six wickets, despite winning three of their five group games and captain Harmanpreet Kaur scoring a fighting 27-ball 56.

Miscellaneous

1. INS Ikshak and INS Tarkash: Port Call at Seychelles 

Why in News: The Indian Navy’s indigenous survey vessel INS Ikshak and stealth frigate INS Tarkash concluded a port call at Port Victoria, coinciding with the island nation’s National Day and Golden Jubilee celebrations. 

Key Highlights 

• The Visiting Fleet: Featured the deployment of INS Ikshak, a state-of-the-art indigenous survey vessel, alongside INS Tarkash, a frontline stealth frigate. 
• Diplomatic Significance: The visit underscored India’s sustained maritime defense cooperation and strategic solidarity with Seychelles during its landmark 50th independence anniversary. 
• About Port Victoria: Located along the Somali Sea on the northeastern coast of Mahé Island, it serves as the capital city and primary seaport of the Seychelles. 

2. High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes 

Why in News: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has constituted a High-Level Committee headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice P.P. Navlekar to scientifically assess demographic shifts across the country. 

Key Highlights 

• Background & Genesis: The panel’s formation follows the announcement of a ‘High-powered Demography Mission’ made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Independence Day address in 2025. 
• Core Mandate: Tasked with conducting a scientific evaluation of demographic changes resulting from “illegal immigration and other abnormal reasons.” 
• Proposed Action Plan: Mandated to recommend a permanent, institutionalized mechanism to ensure the legal, fair, and time-bound identification, detention, and deportation of illegal immigrants. 

3. MANAS (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asoochna Kendra) 

Why in News: The national digital platform MANAS has emerged as a key citizen-centric tool for anonymous drug-crime reporting and de-addiction counselling across India. 

Key Highlights 

• • About the Platform: A 24×7 digital platform launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs to facilitate anonymous reporting of illicit drug trafficking and provide rehabilitation support. 
  • Collaborative Framework: Operates under the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in partnership with the Digital India Corporation (DIC). 

• Integrated Helplines:

• • Crime Reporting (1933): A toll-free helpline connecting anonymous citizen intelligence directly to the NCB and State Anti-Narcotics Task Forces.
  • De-addiction Support (14446): Calls seeking rehabilitation and counselling are seamlessly routed to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) helpline.

4. Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet at Changi Naval Base 

Why in News: Frontline warships of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet arrived at Changi Naval Base in Singapore as part of an ongoing operational deployment to enhance regional maritime cooperation. 

Key Highlights 

• The Visiting Fleet: The deployment comprises INS Udaygiri (an indigenous stealth frigate), INS Kavaratti (an anti-submarine warfare corvette), and INS Shakti (a fleet tanker). 
• Prior Maritime Engagement: The port call in Singapore directly followed the successful completion of a PASSEX (Passing Exercise) conducted with the Royal Thai Navy. 
• Strategic Location: Situated at the eastern tip of Singapore, Changi Naval Base occupies a critical geopolitical chokepoint connecting the Strait of Malacca with the South China Sea. 

5. Maharashtra: Women Farmers’ Empowerment Bill 

Why in News: The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly unanimously passed the Maharashtra Women Farmers’ Empowerment Bill, aiming to formally recognize women cultivators and grant them direct access to agricultural welfare schemes. 

Key Highlights 

• First-of-its-Kind Legislation: First bill in India to formally grant agricultural recognition and issue Woman Farmer Certificates without requiring formal land ownership titles (such as the 7/12 land extract) in their names. 
• Broad Scope: Expands the statutory definition of farming beyond crop cultivation to include allied activities like animal husbandry, dairy, poultry, fisheries, and minor forest produce collection. 
• Institutional Framework: Establishes a three-tier administrative structure led by a Women Farmers’ Empowerment Council (headed by the Chief Minister) for policy evaluation and statewide monitoring. 
• Financial Inclusion: Proposes a dedicated State Women Farmers Fund and an official database to ensure direct access to institutional credit, crop insurance, subsidies, and market linkages.

Important Days

International Day of Cooperatives 2026 

Observed Date: July 4, 2026 (First Saturday of July) 

Observing Organisation: United Nations / Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives (COPAC) 

Objective: To raise global awareness about the contributions of cooperatives to economic and social development, promote the cooperative business model based on shared ownership and democratic decision-making, and strengthen collaboration between the United Nations and the international cooperative movement to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. 

Theme: “Cooperatives for a Peaceful World!”

Sports

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Youngest India Debutant 

Why in News: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest cricketer in history to represent India in any international format at just 15 years and 99 days old during his T20I debut against England. 

Key Highlights 

• The Milestone Venue: Achieved at Old Trafford, Manchester on July 4, 2026, where he received his official India T20I cap. 
• Breaking the Master’s Record: Shattered Sachin Tendulkar’s three-decade-old record, who had made his international Test debut against Pakistan in 1989 at the age of 16 years and 205 days. 
• Global T20I Standing: Became the youngest men’s T20I debutant among full ICC member nations, surpassing Ireland’s Joshua Little (who debuted at 16 years and 309 days).

Awards

USISPF Honors Sunil Bharti Mittal 

Context: Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, was honoured with the 2026 Leadership Award by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) during its IX Annual Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.

Key Highlights: 

• Reason for Recognition: Honoured for his pivotal role in transforming India’s telecommunications landscape and his sustained contributions toward advancing economic and commercial ties between India and the United States. 
• Fellow Awardees: He shared the award with global business leaders Christopher T. Calio (Chairman and CEO of RTX) and V. Prem Watsa (Chairman and CEO of Fairfax Financial Holdings). 
• Key Remarks: Speaking at the “America At 250” themed summit, Mittal highlighted the 5-million-strong Indian diaspora as a crucial strategic bridge and expressed optimism for an imminent India-US bilateral trade agreement. 

About the Award: 

• Establishing Body: Presented by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), a non-profit organization focused on deepening bilateral collaboration.
• Objective: To recognize and honor distinguished business leaders and policymakers who play an exemplary role in promoting trade, technology, innovation, and strategic partnerships across the US-India corridor.

Appointments

1. Mahesh Dixit Appointed Director of Intelligence Bureau

Senior IPS officer Mahesh Dixit (1993-batch, Andhra Pradesh cadre) has been appointed as the new Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for a two-year tenure. He succeeds incumbent chief Tapan Kumar Deka on June 30, 2026, bringing extensive operational experience in counter-terrorism and internal security, notably having headed the Kashmir Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau following the revocation of Article 370.

Important Days

1. International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Observed Date: June 26, 2026

Observing Organisation: United Nations / UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

Objective: To raise global awareness about how drug abuse and illegal trafficking destroy lives, communities, and national progress, and to encourage international cooperation and community action to achieve a drug-free world.

Theme: “World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses”

2. Samvidhan Hatya Diwas

Observed Date: June 25, 2026

Observing Organisation: Ministry of Culture, Government of India

Objective: To honor the unsung heroes of freedom, pay homage to those who suffered during the 1975 National Emergency, and remind citizens of the enduring value of democracy and constitutional rights.

Theme: “Long Live Democracy”

3. World MSME Day

Observed Date: June 27, 2026

Observing Organisation: United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)

Objective: To recognize the vital contribution of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in generating employment, promoting entrepreneurship, driving innovation, and supporting sustainable economic development globally.

Theme: “Empowering MSMEs through Innovation and Sustainable Industrial Development”

4. National Statistics Day

Observed Date: June 29, 2026

Observing Organisation: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government of India

Objective: To popularize the use of statistics in daily life, sensitize the public on its role in policy-making, and honor the monumental contributions of legendary statistician Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis on his birth anniversary.

Theme: “Use of Administrative Data for Socio-Economic Indicator Monitoring”

5. International Asteroid Day

Observed Date: June 30, 2026

Observing Organisation: United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) / Association of Space Explorers (ASE)

Objective: To raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard, inform the public about crisis communication actions at the global level in case of a credible near-Earth object threat, and commemorate the anniversary of the 1908 Tunguska impact.

Theme: “Protecting Earth: Advanced Technologies and Coordinated Global Responses to Near-Earth Objects”

6. National Doctor’s Day

Observed Date: July 1, 2026

Observing Organisation: Indian Medical Association (IMA) / Government of India

Objective: To honour and express gratitude to the entire medical fraternity for their selfless service and daily sacrifices, and to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of the legendary physician, freedom fighter, and Bharat Ratna awardee Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.

Theme: “Empowering Doctors, Resilient Healthcare: Celebrating Medical Excellence and Patient Trust”

7. GST Day 

Observed Date: July 1, 2026

Observing Organisation: Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Ministry of Finance, Government of India

Objective: To commemorate the implementation of the landmark Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, which replaced a complex web of cascading indirect taxes with a unified, technology-driven taxation framework across the nation.

Theme: “GST @ 9: Fostering Growth, Simplifying Compliance, Transforming India”

Sports

1. Ancy Sojan Breaks Anju Bobby George’s 22-Year-Old National Record

Why in news: Kerala’s long jump sensation Ancy Sojan created history by shattering Anju Bobby George’s 22-year-old national record with a phenomenal leap of 6.88 metres during the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on June 27, 2026.

Key Highlights

• The Record Jump: The 25-year-old athlete, who serves as a Chief Petty Officer in the Indian Navy, registered the massive 6.88m mark on her fifth attempt, easily clearing the Asian Games qualification mark (6.48m) set by the Athletics Federation of India.
• Overcoming a Legend: Her jump eclipsed the legendary Anju Bobby George’s previous national mark of 6.83m, which had remained unbroken since the 2004 Athens Olympics. This makes Ancy’s jump the 8th best all-time mark in women’s long jump in Asian history.
• Other Major Feats: At the same Bhubaneswar event, another long-standing national record fell when Maharashtra’s Sarvesh Kushare cleared 2.31 metres in the men’s high jump, surpassing Tejaswin Shankar’s previous national record of 2.29m.

Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009

News – 

• The State government has decided to extend free and compulsory education for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) students up to class 10 under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009.

Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009.

• It is a landmark legislation that operationalises Article 21A of the Indian Constitution, establishing free and compulsory education as a Fundamental Right for every child aged 6 to 14 years. 

Constitutional provisions

• Fundamental Right: 86th Amendment Act (2002) introduced Article 21A, making education a fundamental right for children aged 6–14.
• Legal Basis: Unnikrishnan vs. State of Andhra Pradesh (1993) affirmed education as part of the Right to Life.
• Effective Date: The Act came into force on 1 April 2010.

Additional Information -Schemes related to education in Karnataka 2026 

• Karnataka provides several key educational benefits and scholarships through its unified State Scholarship Portal (SSP).
• Vidyasiri Allowance: Gives ₹1,500 monthly for food and housing to OBC/SC/ST/Minority students without government hostel placement.
• Free Bus Travel: Grants free state bus passes to all male and female school and college students.
• Post-Matric Fee Reimbursement: Covers tuition fees for higher education for underprivileged communities.
• Topper Incentives: Awards cash prizes to high-scoring SSLC and PUC students.

National AI and Digital Water Summit in Bengaluru

News – 

• Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is hosting India’s first and largest National AI and Digital Water Summit.
• Host and Date: The summit will be organized by the BWSSB in Bengaluru on May 27.

National AI and Digital Water Summit in Bengaluru

• Objective: To bring together experts and policymakers to discuss the use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies for managing urban water systems.
• Key Discussion Topics: The talks will focus on AI-based water governance, smart utility systems, digital twins, IoT (Internet of Things) monitoring, predictive analytics, reusing wastewater, and sustainable funding for urban infrastructure.
• ‘Five Panchasutras’ Framework: BWSSB will present a new framework focused on five main areas: 

1. Artificial intelligence
2. Data-driven governance
3. Smart infrastructure, 
4. Sustainable investment, 
5. Climate-resilient water security systems.

Additional Information – Water conservation schemes in Karnataka

• Jalamrutha: Focuses on mass water literacy and community-led rejuvenation of local water bodies.
• Jala Sanjeevini: Employs geo-spatial technology to build farm ponds and check dams under MGNREGS.
• Atal Bhujal Yojana: Uses community-led Water Security Plans to manage water-stressed groundwater zones.
• Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): Builds watershed infrastructure like check dams to protect marginal farmers from drought.

KSRTC wins international award for training excellence

News –

• The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has received both national and international recognition, winning the Golden Globe Tigers Awards 2026 for its initiatives in employee training and public transport innovation.
• Event & Category: The corporation was conferred the award under the “Excellence in Training” category during a ceremony held on May 20 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

About – The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) 

• It is Karnataka’s state-owned public bus service, linking major cities across South India.

Popular Bus TypesPremium AC: 

• • Ambaari Dream Class (Sleeper) 
  • Airavat Club Class (Seater).
  • Budget & Express: Pallakki (Non-AC Sleeper)  
  • Rajahamsa (Executive).
  • Electric: EV Power Plus intercity buses.
• Shakti Scheme: Free travel for women residents on non-premium buses.

108 Arogya Kavacha Centralised Command and Control Centre

News – 

• Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the newly government-owned ‘108 Arogya Kavacha Centralised Command and Control Centre‘ in Bengaluru, making Karnataka the first state in the country to establish a fully government-run emergency ambulance command system.

The 108 Arogya Kavacha Centralised Command and Control Centre

• It is a 24/7 government-managed medical emergency facility in Basaveshwaranagar, Bengaluru.

Key Features

• Location: Basaveshwaranagar, Bengaluru.
• Management: 100% Karnataka government-run.
• Capacity: 50-seat emergency call center.
• Fleet: Tracks 715 “108” ambulances.
• Technology: C-DAC real-time GPS platform.
• Integrations: Connects with 112, 104, and eSanjeevani.

Integration of e-Swathu with Svamitva Yojana in Karnataka

News – 

• The Karnataka Revenue Department plans to integrate its rural property record system with the Central government’s mapping scheme to streamline land records.

e-Swathu

• It is a digital e-governance platform developed by the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RDPR) Department of Karnataka.
• It maintains digital ownership and physical records for properties located within Gram Panchayat jurisdictions (village limits/Gram Tana)

Primary Objectives:

1. Prevents forgery, unauthorized layouts, and fraudulent land transactions.
2. Brings all rural properties into the formal tax net, significantly boosting local government revenue.
3. Promotes e-governance by cutting out middlemen and reducing physical visits to government offices

e-Swathu 2.0: 

• Launched by the Karnataka government to upgrade the platform with Aadhaar-linked workflows, geo-tagging, and faster processing timelines

Differences between e-Swathu (rural) and BBMP’s E-Aasthi (urban)

Additional Information – SVAMITVA Yojana.

• • Full form – Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas
  • Financing – It is a Central Sector Scheme 
  • Implementation – Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched in 2020.
  • Target Area: Rural inhabited lands (Abadi area only).
  • Exclusion: Agricultural land is excluded.

• Core Output: Issuance of Property Cards (Title Deeds).

Core Objectives

• Asset Monetization: Allows rural citizens to use property as collateral for bank loans.
• Dispute Reduction: Minimizes property disputes through clear boundary demarcation.
• Local Revenue: Helps Gram Panchayats determine accurate property taxes.
• Spatial Planning: Uses GIS data to draft better Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDP).

Two mountaineers from Karnataka scale Mount Everest

News –

• Chinmayee Trishulamurthy and Santosh Devarajappa from Karnataka successfully climbed Mount Everest on May 12, 2026.
• Achievement: The duo scaled Mount Everest at a height of 29,031 feet on May 12, 2026, overcoming freezing temperatures and powerful winds.

Mount Everest 

• It is the highest peak on Earth, standing at 8,848.86 metres. 
• It sits in the Himalayas on the border between Nepal (Sagarmatha) and Tibet (Chomolungma).

Facts

• Geology: It is a young Fold Mountain formed by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates. It is still rising.
• Measurement: The current height was jointly announced by Nepal and China. It was originally identified as Peak XV by the Great Trigonometric Survey of India and named after Sir George Everest.
• Ecology: Critical issues include glacial retreat due to climate change and environmental degradation from high-altitude tourism waste.

Additional Information – Mountain ranges of karnataka 

The Western Ghats (Malnad Region)

• Mullayanagiri (1,930 m): Highest peak in Karnataka; located in Baba Budangiri Range (Chikkamagaluru).
• Baba Budangiri: Birthplace of coffee cultivation in India; rich in iron ore (Kemmangundi).
• Kudremukh (1,894 m): Second highest peak; houses Kudremukh National Park (Shola-grassland ecosystem).
• Gangamoola: Peak inside Kudremukh range; origin point of rivers Tunga, Bhadra, and Netravati.
• Brahmagiri Hills: Located in Kodagu; contains Talakaveri, the origin source of the Kaveri River.
• Pushpagiri / Kumara Parvata (1,712 m): Second highest peak in Coorg; adjacent to Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.2. 

The Eastern Ghats & Transition Zones

• BR Hills (Biligirirangan): Ecological bridge connecting Western and Eastern Ghats; declared Tiger Reserve (BRT).
• MM Hills (Male Mahadeshwara): Elephant corridor transitioning into the Eastern Ghats (Chamarajanagar).

Deccan Plateau / Plains (Maidan Region)

• Nandi Hills: Granitic structure; river watershed for Arkavathi, Ponnaiyar, and Palar.
• Savandurga: Located near Bengaluru; one of the largest monolithic hills in Asia.

Karnataka logs gains in maternal and child health

News – 

• According to the National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) for 2023-24, Karnataka has recorded significant improvements across several maternal and child health indicators compared to the previous NFHS-5 (2019-21), although child malnutrition remains a challenge.

Mathru Poorna Yojana

• • Objective: Provides one hot, cooked nutritious meal daily to pregnant and lactating mothers for at least 300 days a year.
  • Benefits: The meal includes rice, sambar, vegetables, pulses, an egg, and 150 ml of milk to combat maternal anemia and low birth weight. 

• Delivered via local Anganwadi Centres

Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) & Srushti / Pushti Schemes

• Objective: Holistic development of children under 6 years, adolescent girls, and mothers.
• Benefits: Distributes Take-Home Rations (THR) under the Pushti scheme. The Srushti Scheme specifically supplies milk powder and eggs to children up to 5 days a week to prevent severe acute malnutrition (SAM)

Karnataka Samagra Mathru Arogya Palane Scheme

• Objective: A state-specific umbrella initiative consolidating multiple financial and medical safety nets. Key Sub-Schemes Included:
• Prasoothi Araike Scheme: Offers ₹2,000 for BPL mothers and ₹3,000 for SC/ST mothers in two installments to manage post-natal healthcare expenses.
• Madilu Kit Scheme: Distributes a post-delivery hygiene kit consisting of 19 essential daily use items (worth ₹1,500) for mothers who deliver in government hospitals.
• Thayi Bhagya & Thayi Bhagya Plus: Provides cashless pre-and-post-delivery assistance, including a ₹1,000 allowance if a BPL/SC/ST mother is forced to deliver in a non-empanelled private facility

Arogya Kavacha (108 Emergency Ambulance)

• Objective: Critical medical transit.

• Benefits: Provides 24×7 free emergency ambulance transportation to take pregnant women from home to healthcare facilities and secure a free drop-back home 48 hours post-delivery

Bhagyalakshmi Scheme

• Objective: Financial security for female children born into BPL families.
• Benefits: A fixed deposit of ₹50,000 is registered in the name of the girl child, which matures into a significant lump sum when she reaches 18 years of age

Karnataka Quantum Task Force

News – 

• The Karnataka government has issued an order to create the Karnataka Quantum Task Force, aiming to make the state a national hub for quantum technology and innovation.
• Chairperson: Arindam Ghosh, Professor at IISc Bengaluru, has been appointed to lead the task force.

Quantum computing

• Quantum computing is a multidisciplinary field comprising aspects of computer science, physics, and mathematics that utilizes quantum mechanics to solve complex problems faster than on classical computers.
• Quantum mechanics – It is a science dealing with the behavior of matter and light on the atomic and subatomic scale

Applications

• Drug discovery: Simulating complex molecules to develop new drugs and materials, leading to accelerated medical innovation.
• Financial modeling: Optimizing financial portfolios and managing risk with unparalleled accuracy and speed.
• Cryptography: Breaking existing encryption methods and developing new, quantum-resistant ones.
• Machine learning: Revolutionizing AI by training algorithms on massive datasets much faster, leading to breakthroughs in natural language processing, computer vision, and more.
• Materials science: Designing novel materials with superior properties like high-temperature superconductors or efficient solar cells.

Initiatives by the Government of India

• National Mission on Quantum Technologies and Applications (NM-QTA:
• Quantum Computing Applications Lab (QCAL)

75th anniversary of Kagodu Satyagraha

News – 

• The 75th anniversary of the Kagodu Satyagraha is being observed through a series of commemorative events.

About

• Launched in March 1951 in Kagodu village, Sagar taluk (Shimoga district, Karnataka).

• This historic uprising is considered the first peasant movement in independent India and a critical milestone for subsequent land reform legislation

Core Issues

• The Trigger: Landlords (Zamindars) altered the kolaga (traditional measuring bowl) to extract more crop share from tenants.
• The Conflict: Landlords evicted protesting farmers; police responded with mass arrests and violence.
• Key Leaders – H. Ganapathiyappa: Formed the Sagara Taluk Raitha Sangha to mobilize local farmers.
• National Socialists: Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia and Jayaprakash Narayan backed the movement; Lohia was arrested in Sagar.

Historical Impact

• Iconic Slogan: Birthed the phrase “Uluvavane Neladodeya” (“The tiller is the owner of the land”).
• Policy Shift: Transitioned India’s struggle from anti-colonialism to internal anti-feudalism.
• Land Reforms: Formed the ideological foundation for Karnataka’s landmark 1970s land reform laws.

Semiconductor training fabrication facility inaugurated at IISc Bengaluru

News –

• President Droupadi Murmu virtually inaugurated a new Semiconductor Training Fabrication (Fab) Facility at IISc Bengaluru to help build a skilled and inclusive workforce for the nation.

Key Specifications and Capacity

• Size: The facility boasts a dedicated 3,200 sq. ft. cleanroom.
• Equipment: It is outfitted with advanced semiconductor processing, lithography, and device characterisation tools, including a Scanning Electron Microscope.
• Capacity: It is structured for workforce development, built to train up to 700 students annually.
• Core Curriculum: The training will provide industry-oriented, experiential learning covering semiconductor fabrication, microfabrication, cleanroom operations, and device manufacturing.

Additional Information – Semiconductor Chips

• These are materials which have a conductivity between conductors and insulators. 
• Example – They can be pure elements, silicon or germanium or compounds; gallium, arsenide or cadmium selenide.
• Significance of Semiconductor Chips – They are the basic building blocks that serve as the heart and brain of all modern electronics and information and communication technology products.
• Applications – These chips are now an integral part of contemporary automobiles, household gadgets and essential medical devices such as ECG machines.

India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 

• Launched by – Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

• Aim – To build a vibrant semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem to enable India’s emergence as a global hub for electronics manufacturing and design.

Secretariats to address public grievances and NRI issues in Karnataka

News – 

• The Government of Karnataka will establish two exclusive secretariats: one to handle public grievances and another for NRI issues.
• Public Grievance Secretariat: This will be headed by a Minister and will primarily focus on holding meetings with protesting organizations to examine and address their justified demands.
• NRI Investments: The NRI secretariat will resolve NRI-related issues, and appropriate laws will be amended to make it easier for NRIs to invest in Karnataka.

Additional Information – Janaspandana portal

• The official public grievance portal for the Government of Karnataka is the Integrated Public Grievance Redressal System (iPGRS), commonly known as Janaspandana. 
• Mandate – This single integrated platform allows citizens to file, track, and resolve complaints across various state government departments

Core Features of Janaspandana (iPGRS)

• Time-Bound Redressal: Every department operates under strict timelines to address your lodged complaints.
• Escalation Matrix: Issues not resolved within the fixed period automatically move up to senior supervisory officials.
• Multi-Channel Login: You can access your account using DigiLocker, PAN card, Aadhaar, or your mobile number.
• Localization: The interface is fully accessible in both Kannada and English.

Sakala service – 

• It ensures time-bound government services in Karnataka. Delays trigger applicant compensation.

Core Features

• Mandatory Deadlines: Every service has a fixed processing timeline.
• GSC Number: Unique tracking ID provided upon application submission.
• Status Tracking: Real-time monitoring via the Sakala online portal.
• Officer Penalties: Defaulters pay fines that fund citizen compensation.

Kannada Sahitya Academy to release 54 books on women achievers

News – 

• The Karnataka Sahitya Academy (KSA) officially released this milestone series of 54 books on June 5, 2026, under the leadership of Academy President L.N. Mukundraj

About the Project

• • Published under the “Mahila Munnade” (Women’s March forward) initiative, 

• Led by – Department of Kannada and Culture. 

• Objective – It aims to preserve the legacies of exceptional women from diverse fields—such as science, journalism, politics, theatre, and social work—who have historically been pushed to the periphery of public memory. 

Key Personalities & Books Featured

• Some of the notable titles and biographical subjects include:
• Gauri Lankesh: A biographical work written by Mallige Sirimane, detailing the late activist-journalist’s fierce battles and contributions to public interest journalism.
• Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay: A book authored by senior journalist K. Shanthakumari, celebrating the iconic freedom fighter and social reformer.
• Sara Aboobacker: A profile written by Sabiha Bhoomi Gowda, chronicling the life of the groundbreaking Kannada novelist and translator.
• Jammanni Devi: Authored by Divya K.L., focusing on her unique socio-cultural contributions.
• Rehamanavva Kalmani: Authored by H.S. Patil.Leelavathi Devadas: Written by Rita Rini.
• Kamala Hampana: Documented by Chitthaiah Pujar.

Mahila Munnade (“Women’s March Forward”) 

• It is a grassroots feminist NGO based in Mandya, Karnataka. 
• It focuses on empowering marginalized women and fighting gender discrimination.

Core Activities

• Victim Support: Provides counseling and legal aid for domestic violence, dowry harassment, and assault.
• Cultural Defiance: Uses traditionally male-dominated Nagari (drum-beating) performances to challenge caste and gender stigmas.
• Grassroots Advocacy: Campaigns against female foeticide, promotes women’s safety, and demands better political representation.
• Key Leadership: Founded by social activist Mallige Sirimane, with key advocacy led by Sushma Varma.

‘Praja Seve’ (Public Service) Department

News – 

• Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced the ‘Praja Seve’ (Public Service) Department to handle public grievances.

About – 

• New Ministry: Led by a Cabinet Minister and a senior IAS officer.
• Consolidation: Merges Administrative Reforms, Public Grievances, and Sakala Mission.
• Local Outreach: Mandates regular grievance meetings in all assembly constituencies.
• Tech Upgrade: Deploys iPGRS 2.0 system for transparent, time-bound tracking.

Kempegowda International Airport (KIA)

News – 

• Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) officially secured third place globally—with an impressive score of 18.6 out of 20—in a comprehensive study assessing family-friendly travel amenities.

About- 

• The global study by AttractionTickets.com evaluated over 140 major airports to determine the best destinations for transiting with children. 

KIA was praised for a variety of key offerings:

1. Sensory Rooms: Recognition as one of the first Indian airports with dedicated sensory rooms for neurodivergent passengers.
2. Family Amenities: High marks for baby-changing facilities, accessible spaces, and dedicated children’s play areas.
3. Terminal Environment: The serene, modern architecture of Terminal 2 (“Terminal in a Garden”) provides a low-stress, aesthetically pleasing environment for families.

Hrudaya Jyothi scheme

News – 

• The Dr. Puneeth Rajkumar Hrudaya Jyothi scheme has successfully treated 15,908 out of 18,804 diagnosed STEMI heart attack patients.

Dr. Puneeth Rajkumar Hrudaya Jyothi scheme 

• It is a Karnataka government initiative providing free, rapid treatment to heart attack victims during the critical “Golden Hour.”

Key Details

• Fast Diagnosis: AI analyzes ECGs at local hospitals within 5 minutes.
• Free Injections: Eligible patients receive expensive clot-busting medicine (Tenecteplase) for free.
• Network: Links 86+ rural hospitals (“spokes”) to major cardiac centers (“hubs”).
• Goal: Reduces death rates by treating rural patients before they can travel to distant cities.

Sports

1. Gurindervir Singh Breaks National 100m Record

Why in News: Indian sprinter Gurindervir Singh established a new men’s 100m national athletic record during the Federation Cup 2026 finals in Ranchi.

Key Highlights:

• Record Time:- Clocked an official timing of 10.09 seconds, becoming the first Indian athlete to break into the 10.0-second range.
• Venue Location:- Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
• Podium Finishers:- Outpaced silver medalist Animesh Kujur, who finished the championship race with an official time of 10.20 seconds.

Federation Cup 2026: Men’s 100m Progression

2. Centre Notifies National Sports Governance Framework

Why in News: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports activated regulatory provisions establishing the National Sports Board and National Sports Tribunal under federal legislation.

Key Highlights:

• Apex Board:- Created to grant official recognition to national athletic federations and strictly enforce mandatory administrative, ethical, and financial compliance.
• Board Composition:- Comprises a Chairperson and two select members serving a maximum three-year term or up to 65 years of age.
• Dispute Tribunal:- Formed as an independent judicial body tasked with fast-tracking domestic sports-related electoral and administrative legal disputes.
• Strict Restrictions:- Appointed regulatory officers are legally barred from holding concurrent executive positions in any active sports federations.

3. Esha Singh Breaks Pistol World Record in Munich

Why in News: Indian shooter Esha Singh claimed the gold medal while establishing a new global scoring benchmark at the ISSF World Cup 2026.

Key Highlights:

• Record Score:- Registered a total of 43 points in the final, achieving perfect target marks across her initial three series.
• Event & Venue:- Women’s 25m pistol event, organized in Munich, Germany.
• Runner-up:- Outpaced former world champion Doreen Vennekamp by a five-point margin, while Olympic champion Yang Jinn finished fifth.

ISSF World Cup 2026: Women’s 25m Pistol Finals

4. Satwik-Chirag Clinch Singapore Open Doubles Title

Why in News: The Indian duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the men’s doubles title at the Singapore Open 2026 badminton tournament.

Key Highlights:

• National First:- Marked the first time an Indian doubles combination won this tournament title in the history of the competition.
• Final Opponents:- Defeated the Indonesian pairing of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a 73-minute final match.
• BWF Title Tally:- Secured their ninth career BWF World Tour crown, successfully concluding a two-year structural title drought.

5. Inaugural World Yogasana Championship Begins in Ahmedabad

Why in News: The first-ever competitive World Yogasana Championship 2026 commenced following a virtual inauguration addressing international athletic delegations.

Key Highlights:

• Host Venue:- Held at the EKA Arena located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, starting from June 4, 2026.
• Strategic Objective:- Aimed at establishing standardized technical rules to support the future entry of Yogasana into the Olympic Games.
• Calendar Alignment:- Scheduled to directly precede International Yoga Day on June 21
• Theme:- “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”.

6. Praggnanandhaa Wins Norway Chess Tournament Title

Why in News: Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured the Norway Chess 2026 tournament championship, becoming the first Indian chess player to win the event.

Key Highlights:

• Final Score:- Completed the tournament with an absolute final tally of 18 points across the classical formats.
• Decisive Match:- Defeated Germany’s Vincent Keymer in the final round to seal a late-stage streak of four consecutive wins.
• Key Victory:- Secured two classical format victories over former world champion and multi-time tournament winner Magnus Carlsen.

7. Zverev and Andreeva Claim French Open Titles

Why in News: Alexander Zverev and teenage player Mirra Andreeva captured their career-first Grand Slam singles titles at the French Open 2026.

Key Highlights:

• Men’s Singles:- Germany’s Alexander Zverev defeated Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in a five-set final to secure his first major trophy.
• Women’s Singles:- Russian player Mirra Andreeva, aged 19, defeated Poland’s Maja Chwalińska in straight sets to win the Suzanne-Lenglen Cup.
• Doubles Defenses:- Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos retained the men’s title; Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defended the mixed doubles crown.

French Open 2026: Official Championship Results

8. India Secures Sixth SAFF Women’s Football Championship

Why in News: The Indian national women’s football team won the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 title by defeating Bangladesh in the final match.

Key Highlights:

• Score & Venue:- Registered a 3-1 victory at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium located in Margao, Goa.
• Campaign Record:- Remained completely undefeated across four matches, scoring 18 goals and conceding only one goal.

9. India Wins Junior Men’s Hockey Asia Cup

Why in News: The Indian junior men’s hockey team won the continental title at the Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2026.

Key Highlights:

• Final Margin:- Defeated the host nation Japan with a score of 4-1 in the final gold medal fixture.
• Match Venue:- Kakamigahara, Japan.
• Final Standings:- Pakistan secured the bronze medal to complete the top three Asian junior hockey rankings.

10. India Tops World Yogasana Championship Medal Tally

Why in News: The Indian sports delegation secured first place in the final standings of the inaugural World Yogasana Championship 2026.

Key Highlights:

• Medal Aggregate:- Secured a record haul of 114 total medals, consisting of 102 Gold, 9 Silver, and 3 Bronze.
• Event Statistics:- Gathered 522 global competitors representing 79 participating nations at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad.
• Competitors:- Japan finished second on the gold leaderboard, while Nepal claimed the second-highest total medal volume with 52 medals.

World Yogasana Championship 2026: Top 5 Standings

11. Smriti Mandhana: TIME100 Sports (2026)

Why in News: Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana was named the sole Indian on the TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list for her record-breaking international batting consistency and franchise leadership.

Key Highlights:

• Global Distinction: The only Indian on the 2026 list (featured alongside icons like Lionel Messi and LeBron James).
• Batting Records: First Indian woman with centuries across all three formats; holds the joint global record for most women’s international hundreds (17).
• Run Milestones: India’s all-time highest T20I run-scorer; first woman to cross 1,000 ODI runs in a calendar year.
• Trophy Cabinet: Captained RCB to two WPL titles (2024, 2026) and vice-captained India’s 2025 World Cup victory.

12. Deepti Sharma: Joint-Highest Wicket-Taker (2026)

Why in News: Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma claimed her 355th international wicket during the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, equaling Jhulan Goswami to become the joint-highest wicket-taker in women’s international cricket history.

Key Highlights

• The Milestone Match: Achieved against the Netherlands in Leeds by dismissing opener Phebe Molkenboer.
• Triple Tie at the Top: Shares the all-time global summit with compatriot Jhulan Goswami and England’s Katherine Sciver-Brunt (all locked at 355 wickets).
• Indian Dominance: Two of the top three all-time leading international wicket-takers globally are now Indian nationals.

All-Time Leading Wicket-Takers (Women’s International Cricket)

13. Indian Athletics Awards 2025

Why in News: Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary secured the top honors at the inaugural Athletics Federation of India (AFI) awards in New Delhi.

Key Highlights

• The 90m Mark: Neeraj Chopra won for his national-record 90.23m throw at the Doha Diamond League.
• Asian Dominance: Parul Chaudhary won for securing two gold medals (3000m steeplechase and 5000m) at the Asian Championships.

Major Winners

14. Harmanpreet Kaur: 200 T20Is

Why in News: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur became the first cricketer in history (male or female) to play 200 T20 Internationals during the 2026 World Cup clash against South Africa.

Key Highlights

• The Milestone Venue: Achieved at Old Trafford, Manchester, where she was presented with a commemorative ‘200’ cap and jersey.
• Far Ahead of Peers: Sits comfortably above the second-highest women’s capper (Suzie Bates at 184 matches) and the leading men’s capper (Paul Stirling at 163 matches).
• Decade-Plus Longevity: One of only seven players globally to participate in every edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup since its inception in 2009.

15. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Smashes Fastest List A Fifty in History

Why in News: Fifteen-year-old Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shattered the world record for the fastest half-century in List A cricket history, reaching the milestone in just 11 balls during the Tri-Nation Series final between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla.

Key Highlights

• The Record Knock: Opening the batting, Sooryavanshi blazed an explosive 94 off 29 deliveries (striking at 324.13), hammering 10 fours and 8 sixes. His 11-ball fifty officially broke the previous 21-year-old world record of a 12-ball fifty set by Sri Lanka’s Kaushalya Weeraratne in 2005.

• Near-Century: He fell just 6 runs short of a century in the ninth over, narrowly missing out on tying the fastest List A century record, which is currently held by Australia’s Jake Fraser-McGurk (29 balls).

• Match Impact: His destructive opening assault powered India A to a massive total of 377/9, ultimately securing a 66-run victory over Sri Lanka A to clinch the series title.