Current Affairs — June Week 1, 2026
PM Modi inaugurates new Parliament building extension
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building extension wing that adds 200 additional offices for MPs and staff. The extension cost Rs 1200 crore and was built in 18 months.
GST collections hit record Rs 2.1 lakh crore in May 2026
GST collections reached an all-time high of Rs 2.1 lakh crore in May 2026 driven by strong economic activity and improved compliance. Collections were 14% higher compared to May 2025.
Telangana gets Rs 8500 crore railway projects approved
Railway Ministry approved Rs 8500 crore worth of new railway projects for Telangana including Hyderabad-Warangal high speed corridor and new stations at Siddipet and Sangareddy.
India launches Gaganyaan uncrewed test mission successfully
ISRO successfully launched Gaganyaan G2 uncrewed test mission from Sriharikota. The capsule completed 3 orbits and splashed down safely in Bay of Bengal. Crewed mission planned for 2027.
India and UAE sign 5 year comprehensive trade agreement
India and UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement renewal for 5 years targeting bilateral trade of $250 billion by 2030. Agreement covers goods, services and digital trade.
Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Doha Diamond League 2026
Neeraj Chopra won gold at Doha Diamond League 2026 with a throw of 89.45 metres. This is his third consecutive Diamond League gold. He is preparing for Los Angeles Olympics 2028.
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