Daily Current Affairs Quiz 10th June 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 10 June, 2026

Q1. In June 2026, the first export consignment of the Geographical Indication (GI) tagged ‘Tezpur Litchi’ was successfully facilitated to Dubai. From which Indian state does this specific variety of litchi originate?

(a) Tripura

(b) Bihar

(d) West Bengal

(e) Arunachal Pradesh

Answer: c

Solution:

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi from Assam to Dubai on 7 June 2026.
The export marks a significant milestone in expanding international market access for agricultural and horticultural products from India’s North Eastern Region.
Tezpur Litchi, renowned for its superior quality, distinctive flavour, attractive appearance, and high juice content, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its unique regional identity.

Q2. The BRICS Agriculture Conference 2026, which brought together Agriculture Ministers, senior officials, and domain experts from 21 countries to deliberate on food security and sustainable farming, was officially convened at which of the following venues?

(a) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

(b) New Delhi, Delhi

(d) Hyderabad, Telangana

(e) Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Answer: c

Solution:

The BRICS Agriculture Conference 2026 commenced in Indore on 9 June 2026.
The conference brings together delegates from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Indonesia, Iran, United Arab Emirates, and other BRICS member countries.
The summit is being attended by Agriculture Ministers, senior government officials, and agricultural experts from 21 countries.
The conference will be held from 9 to 13 June 2026.
The event begins with meetings of the BRICS Agriculture Working Group, which focuses on strengthening cooperation among member countries in the agricultural sector.
The major themes of the conference include:
- Food security
- Agricultural innovation
- Climate-resilient and sustainable farming
- Agricultural trade and market access
- Empowerment of small and marginal farmers
The conference provides a platform for member countries to exchange best practices, strengthen agricultural cooperation, and develop strategies to ensure sustainable and resilient food systems.

Q3. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, organized the Regional High-Level Policy Dialogue titled “Unlocking Value: Advancing Food Processing for Employment Generation and Sustainable Growth in South Asia” in Ahmedabad. This prominent regional dialogue was organized in structural collaboration with which of the following international institutions?

(a) Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

(b) World Bank Group

(d) World Economic Forum (WEF)

(e) International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

Answer: b

Solution:

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, in collaboration with the World Bank Group led SAPLING initiative, inaugurated the Regional High-Level Policy Dialogue titled “Unlocking Value: Advancing Food Processing for Employment Generation and Sustainable Growth in South Asia” in Ahmedabad on 9 June 2026.
The two-day dialogue brings together around 200 participants, including policymakers, industry leaders, development partners, researchers, innovators, startups, and representatives from South Asian countries.
The conference aims to strengthen food processing ecosystems and promote resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems across South Asia.
During the event, the report titled “Assessment of the Level of Food Processing in India”, commissioned by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, was officially released.
The report highlights significant progress in India’s food processing sector, showing that the overall food processing level increased from around 10% in 2016 to nearly 17% in 2023.
The study identifies substantial opportunities for value addition in perishable commodities such as fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.
It also provides strategic policy recommendations to:
- Strengthen food processing infrastructure.
- Reduce post-harvest losses.
- Enhance farmers’ incomes.
- Improve India’s global competitiveness in the food economy.
The Regional High-Level Policy Dialogue is aligned with the World Bank Group’s AgriConnect initiative and the SAPLING platform, which seek to promote resilient, nutrition-focused food systems through policy reforms, investment mobilization, and technology-driven solutions.

Q4. West Bengal officially implemented the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) in June, 2026. With this integration, West Bengal became which number of State/UT to adopt the scheme?

(a) 28

(b) 32

(d) 36

(e) 30

Answer: d

Solution:

In a major milestone towards achieving Universal Health Coverage, West Bengal became the 36th State/Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana on 8 June 2026.
With West Bengal joining the scheme, all States and Union Territories across India are now covered under AB PM-JAY, marking the nationwide implementation of the flagship health assurance programme.
To formalize the implementation, the National Health Authority, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal.
The agreement enables the rollout of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY across the state, ensuring eligible beneficiaries have access to quality and affordable healthcare services.
The implementation is expected to provide cashless and paperless health insurance coverage to eligible families through an extensive network of empanelled public and private hospitals.

Q5. The ‘Singappen Special Task Force’, a newly formed all-women elite police unit launched in June 2026, belongs to which Indian state?

(a) Kerala

(b) Karnataka

(d) Andhra Pradesh

(e) Telangana

Answer: c

Solution:

The Tamil Nadu Government launched the Singappen Special Task Force on 9 June 2026 at the Rajarathinam Stadium.
The Singappen Special Task Force is an all-women police unit established to strengthen public safety, women’s security, and law enforcement in the state.
The unit functions under the direct supervision of the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, ensuring high-level monitoring and coordination.
The task force is headed by K. Bhavaneeswari, who serves as the Inspector General of Police (IGP).

Q6. Which state became the first in India to implement a fully digitised, judiciary-integrated wildlife offence management system through the HAWK platform?

(a) Kerala

(b) Tamil Nadu

(d) Maharashtra

(e) Odisha

Answer: a

Solution:

In a major step towards strengthening environmental law enforcement, the Kerala Forest Department launched the e-court integration feature for its HAWK (Hostile Activity Watch Kernel) system.
With this initiative, Kerala has become the first state in India to establish a fully digitised, judiciary-integrated wildlife offence management system.
The system creates a direct digital link between the Kerala Forest Department and the District Court Management System (DCMS) through an Application Programming Interface (API).
The integration eliminates the need for physical paperwork in the prosecution of wildlife crime cases, making the judicial process faster and more efficient.
The HAWK system enables real-time tracking of the entire lifecycle of wildlife offence cases, from registration to judicial proceedings.
The initiative enhances transparency, accountability, and coordination between the Forest Department and the judiciary in handling environmental and wildlife crime cases.
The system was developed in collaboration with the Wildlife Trust of India and supported by NTT Data.

Q7. In June, 2026, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh approved a first-of-its-kind 250 MW Solar Power Project equipped with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). At which specific location will this defense-land solar facility be established?

(a) Ambala, Haryana

(b) Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh

(d) Secunderabad, Telangana

(e) Bhatinda, Punjab

Answer: b

Solution:

In a major initiative to strengthen energy security, promote renewable energy, and ensure optimum utilization of vacant defence land, Rajnath Singh has approved the establishment of a 250 MW Solar Power Project with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Sitapur.
The project will be developed on approximately 850 acres of vacant defence land located in the former Sitapur Cantonment.
It is the first-ever project undertaken by the Ministry of Defence to establish a large-scale solar power generation facility integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on defence land.
The initiative supports the Government’s commitment to clean energy, sustainability, and reducing dependence on conventional energy sources.
The project is expected to strengthen the long-term energy security of the Indian Armed Forces by providing a reliable source of renewable energy.
It will also significantly reduce the expenditure on procurement of conventional grid electricity for defence establishments, resulting in substantial savings to the Government over the project’s life cycle.
The project is being implemented by NTPC Limited through a competitive bidding process to ensure optimal energy pricing and maximum cost savings.
Implementation will be carried out in coordination with the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Army) and the Directorate General Defence Estates.

Q8. State Bank of India (SBI) presented a massive dividend cheque for the financial year 2025-26 to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. What was the exact value of this milestone dividend payout?

(a) ₹6,500 crore

(b) ₹7,214 crore

(d) ₹10,000 crore

(e) ₹8,813 crore

Answer: e

Solution:

The State Bank of India presented a dividend cheque of ₹8,813 crore for the financial year 2025–26 to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
The dividend payout reflects SBI’s strong financial performance during FY 2025–26.
During the financial year, SBI reported a net profit of ₹80,032 crore, demonstrating robust profitability.
The bank also recorded an operating profit of ₹1,23,015 crore for FY 2025–26.
SBI’s overall business crossed ₹109 trillion during the year, highlighting its continued leadership in India’s banking sector.

Q9. India emerged as the undisputed champion at the inaugural World Yogasana Championship 2026. Exactly how many total medals, including gold, did the host nation capture during this event?

(a) 100 total medals; including 90 gold

(b) 114 total medals; including 102 gold

(d) 114 total medals; including 98 gold

(e) 152 total medals; including 105 gold

Answer: b

Solution:

India emerged as the overall champion at the World Yogasana Championship 2026, held at the EKA Arena from 4 to 8 June 2026.
The host nation dominated the competition, finishing first in the medal tally with a remarkable 114 medals, including 102 gold, 8 silver, and 4 bronze medals.
The five-day championship witnessed the participation of 522 athletes from 79 countries, making it one of the largest international Yogasana sporting events.
A total of 31 countries won at least one medal, while 10 countries secured at least one gold medal.
Japan finished second in the medal standings with 3 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals.
Argentina secured third place, led by the outstanding performance of Nabila Barraza, who became the most successful athlete of the championship by winning 2 gold and 3 silver medals.
Nepal finished fifth in the medal table but won the second-highest overall number of medals, collecting 52 medals (1 gold, 36 silver, and 15 bronze).
Uzbekistan also performed impressively, winning 25 medals, including 1 gold, 13 silver, and 11 bronze.
The event was jointly organised by Yogasana Bharat, World Yogasana, and the Indian Olympic Association.

Q10. In its June 2026 Global Economic Outlook report, Fitch Ratings revised India’s GDP growth forecast downward for the current fiscal year (FY27). What is the newly projected growth rate?

(a) 6.7%

(b) 6.4%

(d) 6.1%

(e) 6.9%

Answer: b

Solution:

Fitch Ratings has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2026–27 (FY27) downward to 6.4%, from its earlier projection of 6.7% in its June 2026 Global Economic Outlook report.
The agency attributed the downgrade primarily to the economic impact of the US–Iran conflict, which is expected to slow economic activity during the September and December quarters of FY27.
According to Fitch, India’s economic growth is expected to moderate from the 7.4% growth recorded in FY 2025–26 (FY26).
The agency stated that higher prices and inflationary pressures are likely to reduce real household incomes, leading to weaker consumer spending.
Despite the slowdown, domestic demand is expected to remain the principal driver of India’s economic growth.