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Current Affairs 30th June 2026
Important Data Points
Fiscal Deficit: 4.3% of GDP (FY27 BE)
Fiscal Deficit: 4.4% of GDP (FY26 RE)
Central Debt Target: 50% ±1% of GDP by FY31
Current Central Debt: 55–57% of GDP
General Government Debt: 80–82% of GDP
Capital Expenditure: ~₹11.8 lakh crore
Revenue Deficit: ~1.4% of GDP
Interest Payments: 25–26% of Revenue Receipts
1.HDFC Bank appoints Former CEC Rajiv Kumar as Part-Time Chairman
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HDFC Bank appointed Rajiv Kumar as its Part-Time Chairman. His appointment is subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
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Rajiv Kumar brings extensive experience in public administration and governance. His leadership is expected to strengthen the bank's corporate governance framework.
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The appointment highlights HDFC Bank's focus on experienced leadership. It also reflects the growing trend of appointing distinguished public servants to corporate boards.
2. Gujarat Police signs MoU with Bharat Taxi to enhance public safety and urban mobility
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In June 2026, Gujarat Police signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the multi-state cooperative society Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (Bharat Taxi) to strengthen public safety, traffic management, and urban mobility through digital integration.
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The agreement was signed during the launch of Bharat Taxi in Gandhinagar, Gujarat in the presence of Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) and Minister of Cooperation.
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MoUs with Institutions: Bharat Taxi also exchanged MoUs with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) (Rajkot, Surat & Vadodara), Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC), Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)/Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), Gujarat State Cooperative Bank (GSC Bank), Adani Airport, Gujarat Traffic Police, and Western Railway–Ahmedabad Division.
3. Two Indian women conservationists won the 2026 Green Oscar Awards
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In June 2026, two Indian women conservationists, Parveen Sheikh and Barkha Subba, among 6 who were honoured with 2026 Whitley Award often known as “Green Oscar” in recognition of their exemplary work in protecting Endangered (EN) species.
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The awards were officially presented by Princess Anne, at the Royal Geographical Society in London, the United Kingdom (UK).
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Green Oscar: The award, presented annually by Whitley Fund Nature (WFN), aims to recognise grassroots conservation efforts.
4.Italy becomes the UNESCO World Heritage Capital
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Italy has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. This has earned it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Capital.
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The country is known for its rich cultural, historical, and architectural heritage. Its heritage sites attract millions of tourists every year.
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Italy's recognition highlights the importance of preserving cultural treasures. It also boosts its global tourism and cultural influence.
5.Kerala long jumper broke Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old national record
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A long jumper from Kerala surpassed the 22-year-old national record set by Anju Bobby George. The feat marks a major milestone in Indian athletics.
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The new record reflects the rising standard of track and field in India. It showcases the emergence of talented young athletes.
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The achievement is expected to boost India's medal hopes in future international competitions. It also inspires aspiring athletes across the country.
6. Ethan Vaz & Harshavardhan G.B become India's 96th and 97th Chess Grandmasters
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Ethan Vaz and Harshavardhan G.B became India's 96th and 97th Chess Grandmasters. They achieved the required norms and FIDE rating criteria.
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Their success reflects India's rapid rise as a global chess powerhouse. The country continues to produce world-class chess talent.
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Their achievement is expected to inspire young chess players nationwide. It also strengthens India's presence in international chess.
7.Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY Chatbot launched
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Ayushman Sarathi, a WhatsApp chatbot for beneficiaries of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY. Designed to deliver PM-JAY services through a simple conversational interface, Ayushman Sarathi will enable citizens to access key scheme-related services, thereby improving accessibility and strengthening last-mile service delivery.
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The chatbot enables beneficiaries to access essential PM-JAY services anytime and anywhere without the need to visit government offices or call centres. Built on secure API-based integrations with PM-JAY systems, Ayushman Sarathi delivers real-time information and services directly on WhatsApp
8.OpenAI appoints Prabhjeet Singh as MD for India
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OpenAI appointed Prabhjeet Singh as its Managing Director for India. He will lead the company's business strategy and expansion in the country.
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His appointment reflects OpenAI's growing focus on the Indian AI ecosystem. India is a key market for AI innovation and adoption.
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The move aims to strengthen partnerships with businesses, developers, and policymakers. It also supports the responsible growth of AI technologies in India.
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY
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International Asteroid Day 2026: 30th June
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to raise the public awareness about asteroid impact hazards and the importance of to protecting the Earth from potential near-Earth object (NEO) threats.
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theme is the “Planetary Defence and Asteroid Impact Hazards.”
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