Daily Current Affairs Quiz 13th June 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 13 June, 2026

Q1. In June 2026, which State Cabinet officially approved the ‘Priyadarshini Scheme’ to provide free travel for women of all ages and income levels, as well as transgender persons, on state-owned ordinary bus services?

(a) Tamil Nadu

(b) Karnataka

(d) Andhra Pradesh

(e) Telangana

Answer: c

Solution:

The Kerala Cabinet approved the Priyadarshini Scheme on 10 June 2026 to provide free travel for women on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) ordinary bus services.
The scheme will come into effect from 15 June 2026 and will be implemented across the state of Kerala.
The scheme will benefit women of all age groups and income levels, making it a universal welfare initiative without any eligibility restrictions based on age or income.
The benefit has also been extended to transgender persons, promoting inclusivity and equal access to public transport.
In the first phase, the free travel facility will be available only on KSRTC ordinary bus services.
The facility will be available throughout Kerala and will not be restricted to any particular district or region.

Q2. The cross-border instant money transfer system launched between India and Nepal in June 2026 establishes a direct integration between India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and which digital financial network infrastructure of Nepal?

(a) Nepal Electronic Fund System (NePS)

(b) Nepal’s National Payments Interface (NPI)

(d) Nepal Clearing House Limited (NCHL)

(e) Himalayan Remit Gateway

Answer: b

Solution:

In a major step towards strengthening digital financial connectivity and regional cooperation, India and Nepal officially launched a peer-to-peer (P2P) cross-border remittance mechanism on 6 June 2026.
The newly operational system establishes a direct linkage between India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Nepal’s National Payments Interface (NPI).
The integration enables citizens of both countries to make instant, seamless, secure, and real-time cross-border money transfers using their mobile banking applications and digital wallets.

Q3. In June 2026, the Union Ministry for Rural Development announced a massive transition from MGNREGA to the newly framed rural employment program, Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-GRAM G). What is the exact interim budget outlay allocated to States and Union Territories to ensure uninterrupted employment generation during this structural transition?

(a) ₹85,500 crore

(b) ₹92,692 crore

(d) ₹95,962 crore

(e) ₹1,05,000 crore

Answer: d

Solution:

In June 2026, the Government of India proposed an interim budget allocation of ₹95,962 crore for the implementation of the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-GRAM G).
The new scheme will replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and is scheduled to come into force across the country from 1 July 2026.
Union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the interim allocation on 9 June 2026 to facilitate a smooth transition to the new rural employment programme.
The interim allocation has been made to ensure continuity in rural employment generation and livelihood support during the transition from MGNREGA to VB-GRAM G.
The new mission aims to strengthen rural employment opportunities while placing greater emphasis on sustainable livelihoods, skill development, and rural economic growth.

Q4. In June 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs announced the appointment of Shri Rudra Gaurav Shresth as India’s next Ambassador to which of the following strategically vital countries?

(a) Republic of Turkiye

(b) Arab Republic of Egypt

(d) Russian Federation

(e) United Arab Emirates

Answer: a

Solution:

In June, 2026, Shri Rudra Gaurav Shresth (IFS:1999), presently Ambassador of India to the Islamic Republic of Iran, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Turkiye.

Q5. Renowned sports icon Jaspal Rana passed away in June 2026 at the age of 49. He was widely regarded as a trailblazer and legendary competitor in which of the following sporting disciplines?

(a) Archery

(b) Weightlifting

(d) Badminton

(e) Wrestling

Answer: c

Solution:

Renowned Indian shooting coach and former international shooter Jaspal Rana passed away on 11 June 2026 at the age of 49.
Jaspal Rana was one of India’s most accomplished sport shooters, excelling in 25m Centre-Fire Pistol and other pistol shooting events.
During his illustrious career, he won 15 medals, including 9 gold medals, across four editions of the Commonwealth Games between 1994 and 2006.
He also enjoyed remarkable success at the Asian Games, winning 8 medals, including 4 gold medals, between 1994 and 2006.
His finest performance came at the 2006 Asian Games in Doha, where he won three gold medals and equalled the then world record in the 25m Centre-Fire Pistol event.
Jaspal Rana represented India at the 1996 Summer Olympics held in Atlanta.
In recognition of his outstanding sporting achievements, he was honoured with the Arjuna Award in 1994.
He was also conferred the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, in 1997.

Q6. The International Labour Organization (ILO) launched the World Day Against Child Labour in the year __________, and the official theme declared for its 2026 global observation is __________.

(a) 2000; Act now to end child labour

(b) 2002; Red card to child labour: Fair play for children, decent work for adults

(d) 2002; Week of Action against Child Labour

(e) 2010; Children shouldn’t work in fields, but on dreams

Answer: b

Solution:

World Day Against Child Labour is observed every year on 12 June to raise global awareness about child labour and to promote action for its elimination.
The theme for 2026 is “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults.”
The day highlights the need to protect children from exploitation and ensure their right to education, health, safety, and a childhood free from labour.
The observance was launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2002 to draw global attention to the magnitude of child labour and to encourage coordinated efforts to eradicate it.
Every year, the day brings together governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, civil society, international organizations, and millions of people worldwide to advocate for the elimination of child labour.

Q7. In its June 2026 Global Economic Prospects report, the World Bank raised India’s economic growth forecast for the fiscal year FY27 to what percentage?

(a) 6.4%

(b) 6.5%

(d) 6.8%

(e) 7.2%

Answer: c

Solution:

The World Bank has raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2026–27 (FY27) to 6.6%, up from its earlier estimate of 6.5%.
The upward revision is attributed to resilient domestic demand, which is expected to continue supporting India’s economic growth despite global uncertainties.
In its June 2026 Global Economic Prospects report, the World Bank also revised upward its growth forecast for FY 2027–28 (FY28) by 0.6 percentage points, projecting India’s economy to grow by 7.2%.
While maintaining a positive outlook for India, the World Bank lowered its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, citing rising geopolitical tensions and the escalating conflict in West Asia.

Q8. Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the eldest daughter of the reigning monarch King Maha Vajiralongkorn, passed away in June 2026 after a prolonged hospitalization. She belonged to the royal family of which of the following nations?

(a) Cambodia

(b) Thailand

(d) Brunei

(e) Bhutan

Answer: b

Solution:

Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand, passed away on 12 June 2026 at the age of 47.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha was a prominent member of Thailand’s royal family and belonged to the Chakri dynasty, the ruling royal house of Thailand.
She was widely respected for her contributions to law, diplomacy, human rights, and social welfare, and represented Thailand in several national and international roles during her public service career.

Q9. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched a dedicated WhatsApp-based, AI-powered advisory platform for farmers named ‘Oilseeds Kisaan Mitra’. Which specific institutional arm of ICAR developed this service?

(a) ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research (IIFSR), Modipuram

(b) ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (ICAR-IIOR), Hyderabad

(d) ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi

(e) ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM), Hyderabad

Answer: b

Solution:

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched ‘Oilseeds Kisaan Mitra’, a WhatsApp-based, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered advisory service to provide scientific guidance to oilseed farmers across India.
The platform has been developed by the ICAR–Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (ICAR-IIOR), Hyderabad.
The service was launched by the Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General of ICAR during the National Oilseeds Conference held in New Delhi on 6 February 2026.
Oilseeds Kisaan Mitra provides 24×7, research-based advisory services to farmers in multiple Indian languages, making scientific information more accessible.
The platform enables farmers to receive crop-specific guidance directly through WhatsApp, eliminating the need to download any separate mobile application.

Q10. AI-native transformation company Avataar announced the launch of ‘Varya’ to provide affordable and accessible video AI generation. What type of model architecture is ‘Varya’ classified as?

(a) Large Language Model (LLM)

(b) Distilled Video Model

(d) Predictive Financial Analytics Model

(e) Autonomous Robotics Control System

Answer: b

Solution:

Avataar announced the launch of ‘Varya’ on 12 June 2026, a distilled AI-powered video generation model designed to make advanced video AI affordable, accessible, and relevant for India’s next generation of users.
Varya has been developed specifically for India’s diverse cultural and regional contexts, enabling the generation of visually rich content that reflects the country’s festivals, communities, food, clothing, public spaces, languages, and everyday life.
The model is designed to support a wide range of users, including teachers, MSMEs, content creators, and citizens, by transforming simple ideas into engaging videos.
The platform can be used to create visual learning content for classrooms, product advertisements for small businesses, and public information videos, making AI-powered video creation accessible to a broader audience.
Avataar was among the companies selected under the IndiaAI Mission to develop indigenous foundation AI capabilities.
The development of Varya was supported by access to subsidized national AI computing infrastructure provided under the IndiaAI Mission, demonstrating how public digital infrastructure can accelerate indigenous AI innovation.