Daily Current Affairs Quiz 16th June 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 16 June, 2026

Q1. The maiden edition of the global summit ‘Bharat Innovates 2026’ was jointly inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron. Which city is hosting this high-impact event?

(a) Paris, France

(b) New Delhi, India

(d) Marseille, France

(e) Bengaluru, India

Answer: c

Solution:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurated the maiden edition of Bharat Innovates 2026 on 14 June 2026 at the Palais des Expositions de Nice, France.
Bharat Innovates 2026 is organized by the Government of India as an initiative of the Union Ministry of Education to promote innovation-led collaboration between India’s deep-tech ecosystem and global stakeholders.
The three-day event is being held from 14 to 16 June 2026 and serves as a premier international platform for fostering partnerships in emerging technologies, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The event brings together global industry leaders, investors, startups, researchers, academicians, policymakers, universities, incubators, and technology experts to explore opportunities for collaboration.
The programme includes 11 high-level panel discussions, sector-specific masterclasses, Business-to-Business (B2B) matchmaking meetings, investor pitch sessions featuring over 50 startups, and dedicated networking events.

Q2. In June 2026, Shri Pranay Verma was concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to which European nation?

(a) The Netherlands

(b) Switzerland

(d) Austria

(e) Denmark

Answer: c

Solution:

In June, 2026, Shri Pranay Verma (IFS: 1994), Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Belgium, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with residence in Brussels.

Q3. The 52nd G7 Summit brought together global leaders and partner countries to coordinate international economic and security policies. In which of the following cities was this landmark summit organized?

(a) Nice, France

(b) Geneva, Switzerland

(d) Evian, France

(e) Munich, Germany

Answer: d

Solution:

The 52nd G7 Summit commenced on 14 June 2026 in Evian, France.
The summit brings together leaders of the world’s leading advanced economies to discuss major global issues, including economic growth, international security, climate change, energy security, artificial intelligence, global health, and geopolitical developments.
Besides the G7 members, several partner countries have been invited to participate in the summit.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is participating in the summit, marking India’s 13th participation in the G7 Summit.
This is also Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s seventh consecutive participation in the G7 Summit, reflecting India’s growing role in global governance and international policymaking.

Q4. India delivered a historic performance by winning two gold medals at the Archery World Cup Stage 3 in June 2026. In which city was this tournament hosted?

(a) Paris, France

(b) Shanghai, China

(d) Mexico City, Mexico

(e) Seoul, South Korea

Answer: c

Solution:

India achieved a historic performance at the Archery World Cup Stage 3 held in Antalya, Türkiye, by winning two gold medals on 14 June 2026.
In the Recurve Mixed Team event, Dhiraj Bommadevara and Kumkum Mohod won the gold medal, defeating the reigning Olympic champions Oh Ye-jin and Kim Je-deok of South Korea 5–1 in the final.
The victory marked the first Archery World Cup gold medal for both Dhiraj Bommadevara and Kumkum Mohod in the recurve mixed team event.
In the Men’s Recurve Individual event, Dhiraj Bommadevara continued his outstanding form by defeating Lee Woo Seok, the Paris Olympic medallist, by 6–4 in the final to clinch the gold medal.
With this victory, Dhiraj Bommadevara became only the third Indian archer to win the Men’s Recurve Individual title at an Archery World Cup.
The twin gold-medal triumph marked the first time India has won two gold medals at a single Archery World Cup stage.
India finished second in the overall medal standings, behind China, while Mexico secured the third position and South Korea finished fourth.

Q5. In June 2026, the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre (SGBC) at IIT Madras launched the world’s most comprehensive, cell-resolution 3D atlas tracking over 200 nuclei and fiber tracts in the human brainstem from the prenatal period to adulthood. What is the official name given to this pioneering neurochemical characterization mapping project?

(a) SYNAPSE

(b) CORTEX-3D

(d) NEURON

(e) ANCHOR

Answer: e

Solution:

In June 2026, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) unveiled the world’s most detailed 3D atlas of the human brainstem, marking a significant breakthrough in neuroscience and brain mapping.
The atlas, named ANCHOR (Atlas of Neurochemical Characterization of the Human Brainstem with 3D Reconstruction), has been developed by the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre (SGBC) at IIT Madras.
ANCHOR is the most comprehensive multi-modal, three-dimensional (3D) cell-resolution atlas of the human brainstem developed to date, covering the prenatal stage, childhood, and adult human brains.
The atlas was created using IIT Madras’ high-throughput brain imaging and computing platform, which converts whole human brains into highly detailed 3D cell-resolution atlases.
The maps include more than 200 brainstem nuclei and fibre tracts, reconstructed from hundreds of serial brain sections.
To identify distinct neurochemical cell types, researchers overlaid eight complementary immunostains across more than 500 brain sections, enabling highly detailed neurochemical mapping.
To promote global research collaboration, ANCHOR has been made freely accessible to researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals worldwide through the dedicated portal: https://anchor.humanbrain.in.
The Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre (SGBC) aims to build the world’s most comprehensive collection of cell-resolution human brain maps across different stages of life and neurological diseases.
SGBC has evolved into a major interdisciplinary research centre comprising more than 200 researchers, engineers, and technicians, collaborating with 20 international partner institutions.
ANCHOR was officially released during the 3rd BRICS Neuroscience Symposium 2026, held at IIT Madras from 5 to 7 June 2026, which brought together leading neuroscientists, clinicians, academicians, and researchers from BRICS countries.

Q6. Novartis India has launched ‘Pluvicto’, introducing a highly specialized form of precision oncology to the country. Pluvicto is India’s first regulatory-approved medicine under which therapeutic category?

(a) Monoclonal Antibody Immunotherapy

(b) Radioligand Therapy (RLT)

(d) Small Molecule Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor

(e) mRNA-based Cancer Vaccine

Answer: b

Solution:

Novartis India has launched Pluvicto, the country’s first regulatory authority-approved radioligand therapy for eligible patients with Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA)-positive metastatic prostate cancer.
Pluvicto is a precision radiotherapy that specifically targets PSMA-positive prostate cancer cells, delivering radiation directly to cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
The therapy introduces a new treatment approach for patients with metastatic prostate cancer, offering a targeted and personalized treatment option.
Radioligand therapy combines a targeting molecule with a radioactive isotope, enabling precise delivery of radiation to cancer cells.
The treatment is intended for eligible patients with PSMA-positive metastatic prostate cancer, particularly those who require advanced therapeutic options.
Pluvicto will be made available through select hospitals and nuclear medicine centres across India.

Q7. In June 2026, four unique traditional crafts—Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and a specialized bamboo craft—were granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. These products belong to which Indian state?

(a) Chhattisgarh

(b) Odisha

(d) Bihar

(e) Madhya Pradesh

Answer: c

Solution:

In June 2026, Jharkhand achieved a major milestone as Bhagaiya Silk, Kuchai Silk, Munda Jewellery, and Jharkhand Bamboo Craft were granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
The recognition highlights the state’s rich heritage of traditional crafts, handloom products, and indigenous artisanal practices, while providing legal protection and promoting their unique identity.

Bhagaiya Silk

Bhagaiya Silk is a traditional wild Tussar silk produced in Jharkhand.
It is renowned for its natural golden sheen, high durability, and eco-friendly production process.
The silk is manufactured using indigenous hand-reeling techniques, reflecting the state’s rich handloom tradition.

Kuchai Silk

Kuchai Silk is another traditional Tussar silk from Jharkhand, known for its premium quality and natural texture.
It is produced through traditional weaving and hand-reeling methods, preserving the region’s centuries-old silk craftsmanship.

Munda Jewellery

Munda Jewellery is the traditional jewellery of the Munda tribal community.
It is handcrafted with geometric designs and nature-inspired motifs, showcasing the community’s artistic and cultural heritage.
The jewellery holds cultural, social, and spiritual significance and preserves indigenous metalcraft traditions.

Jharkhand Bamboo Craft

Jharkhand Bamboo Craft utilizes locally available bamboo to produce baskets, mats, household utility items, and decorative products.
The craft promotes eco-friendly products, sustainable livelihoods, and bamboo-based entrepreneurship in rural and forest regions.

Q8. In June, 2026, which Indian state government launched a massive nutritional breakfast scheme covering students from pre-primary up to the 12th standard in all government educational institutions?

(a) Andhra Pradesh

(b) Karnataka

(d) Tamil Nadu

(e) Kerala

Answer: c

Solution:

The Telangana Government launched its ambitious Breakfast Scheme on 15 June 2026, coinciding with the commencement of the 2026–27 academic year.
The scheme was inaugurated in Hyderabad and covers students studying from pre-primary to Class XII (Junior Colleges) in government educational institutions.
Along with the launch of the scheme, the government also distributed textbooks and notebooks to students on the first day of the academic session.
Under the programme, students are provided with nutritious breakfasts from Monday to Saturday, with a varied weekly menu that includes millet-based food items.
In addition to breakfast, students receive either milk or ragi jawa (ragi malt) to improve their nutritional intake.
The State Government has allocated an annual budget of ₹720 crore for the implementation of the scheme.
The allocation comprises:
- ₹540 crore for providing breakfast.
- ₹180 crore for the supply of milk and ragi malt.
The initiative is expected to benefit approximately 29 lakh students studying in government schools and junior colleges across Telangana.

Q9. During the bilateral talks held in June 2026, India and Slovakia officially upgraded their diplomatic and economic relationship to which specific tier of partnership?

(a) Strategic Joint Venture Partnership

(b) Comprehensive Partnership

(d) Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership

(e) Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA)

Answer: b

Solution:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Slovakia on 15 June 2026, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the country.
During the visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with his Slovak counterpart, Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Following the discussions, India and Slovakia elevated their bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership, marking a new phase in cooperation between the two countries.
The Comprehensive Partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade and investment, defence, science and technology, innovation, education, digital technologies, clean energy, and people-to-people exchanges.

Q10. In June 2026, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a historic policy move to completely ban access to social media platforms for children under what age threshold?

(a) Under 13 years of age

(b) Under 14 years of age

(d) Under 16 years of age

(e) Under 18 years of age

Answer: d

Solution:

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on 15 June 2026 that the United Kingdom will introduce a ban on social media for all children under the age of 16.
Describing the decision as a “big moment”, Prime Minister Starmer said the measures are intended to bring “real change” and help give children their childhood back.
The proposed policy aims to strengthen the protection of children from online harms by restricting their access to social media platforms.
The UK Government stated that the measures will go beyond a blanket social media ban by also restricting harmful online features for users under 16.