Current Affairs · 15–21 June 2026
TNPSC current affairs for the week of 15–21 June 2026, grouped by day.
21 June 2026
15 storiesPM Ujjwala Yojana subsidised LPG refills cut from 9 to 4 a year
The Centre reduced PMUY subsidised refills from nine to four cylinders a year and raised domestic LPG prices by ₹29 in June 2026.
Retail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026, near RBI’s 4% target
Consumer Price Index inflation increased to 3.9% in May 2026, driven mainly by food prices and higher fuel-linked costs.
WPI inflation hits 9.7% in May 2026 after fuel and manufactured goods surge
India’s wholesale inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026, with the Commerce Ministry launching a new WPI series and producer price indices.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth revised to 7.7%; Q4 at 7.8%
Government data released on 5 June 2026 estimated India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7% and Q4 growth at 7.8%.
Tamil Nadu orders inquiry into ammonia leak at Tiruvallur seafood unit, with compensation and medical response
After an ammonia leak at Periyapalayam in Tiruvallur district, the Tamil Nadu government ordered a three-member inquiry committee and compensation measures.
Tamil Nadu honour killings commission seeks public suggestions before submitting report
Tamil Nadu’s Prevention of Honour Killings Commission invited suggestions from the public and stakeholders for its report to the government.
Madras High Court takes up suo motu PIL on stray dogs after Supreme Court orders
The Madras High Court took up a suo motu PIL to ensure implementation of Supreme Court orders on stray dogs in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu to examine 65-year retirement age for university faculty
The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu government to decide on a 28 November 2025 representation seeking a 65-year retirement age for university faculty.
Tamil Nadu seeks tribunal on Mekedatu, citing 2007 CWDT award and 2018 Supreme Court judgment
Tamil Nadu has asked the Union government to constitute a tribunal on the Mekedatu project, arguing it is beyond the 2007 Cauvery award and the 2018 Supreme Court judgment.
India releases Producer Price Index for goods and services; WPI to be phased out in 5 years
The government released PPI data for goods and services for the first time on June 15, 2026 and plans to discontinue WPI after five years.
RBI eases NRI deposit rules till Sept 30, 2026 to attract forex inflows
RBI temporarily withdrew interest-rate ceilings on certain FCNR(B) and NRE deposits until September 30, 2026 to mobilise foreign exchange.
RBI surplus transfer of ₹2.87 lakh crore in FY26 raises fiscal-policy questions
The RBI approved a record ₹2.87 lakh crore surplus transfer to the Union government for FY26 in May 2026.
Tamil Nadu to recruit fireman drivers directly under TNFRS rules amendment
Tamil Nadu will amend rules to recruit fireman drivers directly into TNFRS through the Uniformed Services Recruitment Board.
Tamil Nadu’s draft IPR policy to boost GI products, registrations and commercialisation
Tamil Nadu is finalising an IPR policy that includes GI protection, with 43 GI applications filed in FY 2025-26.
Tamil Nadu shifts IAS officers: MTC, Tourism, Co-optex and district collector posts changed
Tamil Nadu issued a June 2026 IAS transfer order affecting MTC, Tourism, Co-optex, TUFIDCO and district collector posts.
20 June 2026
15 storiesNASA’s Artemis III crew and 2027 docking test with SpaceX Starship, Blue Origin Blue Moon
NASA named four astronauts on June 9, 2026 for Artemis III, a 2027 low-Earth-orbit docking mission testing SpaceX Starship and Blue Origin Blue Moon.
IN-SPACe selects 3 startups for Technology Adoption Fund, including 2 from Bengaluru
IN-SPACe selected three Indian startups for funding under its Technology Adoption Fund, covering a reusable rocket engine, an Earth observation AI model, and indigenous star trackers.
PM Ujjwala Yojana subsidised LPG refills cut from 9 to 4 amid West Asia supply pressure
The Centre reduced subsidised LPG refills under PMUY from nine to four a year, while the subsidy remains ₹300 per cylinder and 10.55 crore connections were reported by May 26, 2026.
Retail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026, nearing RBI’s 4% target
CPI inflation climbed to 3.9% in May 2026, driven by food prices, with tomato inflation at 48.4% and food inflation at 4.8%.
Wholesale inflation hits 9.7% in May 2026 as India rolls out new WPI base year 2022-23
India’s wholesale inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026, while the Commerce Ministry launched a new WPI series with base year 2022-23 and first editions of PPI-related indices.
RBI surplus transfer of ₹2.87 lakh crore in FY26: fiscal role, balance sheet and ECF facts
The RBI approved a record ₹2.87 lakh crore surplus transfer to the Union government in May, raising questions on its fiscal role and balance sheet growth.
GDP growth at 7.7% in FY 2025-26: India’s Q4, sectoral and RBI outlook facts
India’s GDP was estimated at 7.7% for FY 2025-26 and 7.8% for Q4, with RBI projecting 6.6% growth for 2026-27.
Tamil Nadu dog bites and rabies deaths in 2026: DPH data, ABC programme and vaccination facts
Tamil Nadu reported 2.63 lakh dog bites and 17 rabies deaths in the first four months of 2026, highlighting ABC and anti-rabies vaccination needs.
Madras High Court suo motu on stray dogs after Supreme Court orders on public safety
The Madras High Court took up a suo motu PIL to ensure implementation of Supreme Court directions on stray dogs in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Tamil Nadu seeks Mekedatu tribunal under Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956
Tamil Nadu asked the Union government to set up a tribunal on the Mekedatu project, citing the Cauvery tribunal award and the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956.
Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu to examine faculty retirement age hike to 65
The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu to consider a plea to raise university faculty retirement age from 60 to 65 years.
HR&CE cancels ₹246-crore temple works: 29 wedding halls, 17 commercial complexes dropped
Tamil Nadu’s HR&CE Department cancelled sanctions for 29 wedding halls and 17 commercial complexes worth ₹246 crore, citing temple-fund use rules and court orders.
Tamil Nadu amends fire service rules for direct recruitment of fireman drivers
Tamil Nadu will directly recruit fireman drivers in TNFRS, with a 4:1 ratio between direct recruitment and promotion.
Tamil Nadu finalises IPR policy with GI focus; 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26
Tamil Nadu is finalising its IPR policy with GI products at the centre, alongside 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26.
Tamil Nadu IAS transfers: MTC, Tourism, Co-optex and district collector posts reshuffled
Tamil Nadu transferred 10 IAS officers, including key postings in MTC, Tourism, Co-optex, TUFIDCO and district collectorates.
19 June 2026
15 storiesRetail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026; food prices push CPI higher
CPI inflation climbed to 3.9% in May 2026, driven mainly by food prices and higher fuel-linked costs.
WPI inflation hits 9.7% in May 2026; new PPI series launched
Wholesale inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026 as the Commerce Ministry released a new WPI series and first PPI editions.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth revised to 7.7%; Q4 at 7.8%
Government data on 5 June 2026 estimated India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7% and Q4 growth at 7.8%.
Supreme Court upholds NGT ruling: landlord not liable for tenant’s environmental violations
The Supreme Court on June 8, 2026 upheld an NGT order that a landlord in Gujarat cannot be held liable for a tenant’s pollution violations.
India presses climate finance and adaptation agenda at Bonn UNFCCC talks
At the June 2026 Bonn climate talks, India urged dedicated agenda space for climate finance and adaptation under the Paris Agreement.
India’s reservoirs can host 102 GW floating solar capacity: NISE national assessment
NISE’s first national assessment estimates 102.18 GW floating solar potential on India’s reservoirs, with Karnataka among top states.
IN-SPACe Technology Adoption Fund backs 3 startups for 800 kN engine, EO-AI model and star tracker
IN-SPACe selected three Indian startups in June 2026 for Technology Adoption Fund support to develop space technologies.
PM Ujjwala Yojana subsidised LPG refills cut from 9 to 4 a year
The Centre reduced PMUY subsidised refills from nine to four cylinders a year amid global LPG supply pressure.
RBI surplus transfer of ₹2.87 lakh crore in FY26 raises questions on central bank’s fiscal role
The RBI approved a record ₹2.87 lakh crore surplus transfer to the Union government for FY26, the highest so far.
Tamil Nadu’s Mekedatu stand: why the State wants a tribunal under the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act
Tamil Nadu has sought a new tribunal on the Mekedatu project, arguing it falls under the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956.
Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu to examine 65-year retirement age for university faculty
The Madras High Court has asked the Tamil Nadu government to decide on a representation seeking retirement age of university faculty to be raised from 60 to 65 years.
Tiruvallur ammonia leak: 2 dead, 60+ hospitalised; BNS Section 105 invoked
An ammonia leak at a shrimp processing unit in Tiruvallur district killed two workers and led to over 60 hospitalisations, with arrests under BNS Section 105.
Tamil Nadu to recruit fireman drivers directly; 4:1 ratio with promotion in TNFRS
Tamil Nadu will amend rules to directly recruit fireman drivers in TNFRS with a 4:1 ratio between direct recruitment and promotion.
Tamil Nadu transfers 10 IAS officers; key postings in tourism, transport and districts
The Tamil Nadu government transferred 10 IAS officers, including key postings in MTC, tourism, Co-optex and district collectors.
Tamil Nadu IPR policy to back GI products, 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26
Tamil Nadu is finalising an IPR policy that will cover GI products, with 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26.
18 June 2026
14 storiesInternational Day of Yoga 2026: UN-observed global event marked in 2014-adopted annual celebration
Yoga Day 2026 was celebrated worldwide on June 21 with the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing' and events across Indian missions abroad.
International Yoga Day 2026: PM Modi leads 12th edition in Kolkata with theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'
On June 21, 2026, India marked the 12th International Day of Yoga with PM Narendra Modi in Kolkata and President Droupadi Murmu in Jabalpur.
PM Ujjwala Yojana subsidised refills cut from 9 to 4 amid LPG pressure
The Centre reduced subsidised LPG refills under PMUY from nine to four a year and raised domestic LPG prices by ₹29.
Retail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026, nearing RBI’s 4% target
CPI inflation increased to 3.9% in May 2026, driven mainly by higher food prices and rising fuel costs.
WPI inflation hits 9.7% in May 2026 after new 2022-23 base year revision
India’s wholesale inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026 after the Commerce Ministry released a new WPI series with base year 2022-23.
India GDP growth estimated at 7.7% in FY 2025-26, with Q4 at 7.8%
Government data released on June 5, 2026 estimated India’s GDP growth at 7.7% for FY 2025-26 and 7.8% for Q4.
India’s floating solar potential: NISE estimates 102.18 GW from reservoirs
NISE’s first national assessment estimates that India’s reservoirs can host about 102.18 GW of floating solar capacity.
Tamil Nadu dog bite surge in 2026: 2.63 lakh cases and 17 rabies deaths in 4 months
Tamil Nadu recorded 2.63 lakh dog bite cases and 17 rabies deaths in the first four months of 2026, with public health officials stressing vaccination and wound washing.
Tamil Nadu’s Mekedatu stand: tribunal demand under Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956
Tamil Nadu has sought a tribunal on the Mekedatu project, citing the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal award and Sections 2(c), 3 and 4 of the 1956 Act.
HR&CE cancels ₹246-crore sanctions for temple wedding halls and commercial complexes in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu’s HR&CE Department cancelled sanctions for 29 wedding halls and 17 commercial complexes worth ₹246 crore, following Madras High Court orders.
Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu to examine 65-year retirement age for university faculty
The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu government to decide on a 28 November 2025 representation seeking retirement age enhancement for university faculty from 60 to 65 years.
Tamil Nadu to recruit fireman drivers directly, with 4:1 ratio for recruitment and promotion
Tamil Nadu will amend rules to directly recruit fireman drivers into TNFRS, with a 4:1 ratio between direct recruitment and promotion.
Tamil Nadu transfers 10 IAS officers, including key postings in MTC, Tourism and Co-optex
The Tamil Nadu government issued a transfer order for 10 IAS officers, affecting MTC, Tourism, Co-optex and district collectors.
Tamil Nadu IPR policy to prioritise GI products, 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26
Tamil Nadu is finalising an IPR policy that will cover GI products, with 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26.
17 June 2026
15 storiesSupreme Court upholds NGT ruling that landlord is not liable for tenant’s pollution violations
The Supreme Court in June 2026 upheld an NGT order that a landlord cannot be made liable for environmental violations committed by a tenant in Gujarat.
NISE assessment says India’s reservoirs can host 102 GW floating solar capacity
NISE’s first national assessment estimates about 102.18 GW floating solar potential on India’s reservoirs and identifies major state-wise capacity.
IIT-Madras releases ANCHOR 3D human brainstem atlas at cell resolution
IIT-Madras released ANCHOR, a cell-resolution 3D atlas of the human brainstem, during the BRICS Neuroscience Symposium 2026.
IN-SPACe selects 3 startups for Technology Adoption Fund to build 800 kN engine, EO-AI model and star tracker
IN-SPACe selected three Indian startups in June 2026 for Technology Adoption Fund support to develop reusable rocket engine, earth-observation AI and indigenous star tracker technologies.
PM Ujjwala Yojana subsidised LPG refills cut from 9 to 4 a year
The Centre reduced subsidised LPG refills under PMUY from nine to four a year and raised domestic LPG prices by ₹29 on 7 June 2026.
Retail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026 as food prices climb
CPI inflation increased to 3.9% in May 2026, the highest in 16 months, driven mainly by food prices and higher fuel-linked costs.
WPI inflation hits 9.7% in May 2026; new PPI series launched
India’s wholesale inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026, and the Commerce Ministry launched new PPI series with 2022-23 as the base year.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth revised to 7.7%; Q4 at 7.8%
Government data on 5 June 2026 estimated India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7% and Q4 growth at 7.8%, with the base year updated to 2022-23.
RBI surplus transfer to Union government hits record ₹2.87 lakh crore in FY26
The RBI transferred a record ₹2.87 lakh crore surplus to the Union government for FY26, up from ₹2.11 lakh crore in FY24, amid a 20.6% rise in its balance sheet.
Tamil Nadu’s Mekedatu tribunal demand: legal basis under Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956
Tamil Nadu has sought a new tribunal on the Mekedatu project, citing the 2007 Cauvery award, the 2018 Supreme Court judgment and Sections 2(c), 3 and 4 of the 1956 Act.
Madras High Court asks Tamil Nadu to examine 65-year retirement age demand for university faculty
The Madras High Court asked the Tamil Nadu government to decide on a 65-year retirement age demand for university faculty amid 3,799 vacancies in 21 State-run universities.
Tiruvallur ammonia leak: BNS Section 105 invoked after 2 deaths and 60 hospitalisations
An ammonia leak at a shrimp processing unit in Tiruvallur district killed 2 workers and hospitalised over 60, triggering arrests and a probe committee.
Tamil Nadu to recruit fireman drivers directly under TNFRS with 4:1 ratio
Tamil Nadu will amend rules to recruit fireman drivers directly into TNFRS, with a 4:1 ratio between direct recruitment and promotion.
Tamil Nadu transfers 10 IAS officers in key departments and districts
Tamil Nadu issued a major IAS transfer order affecting MTC, Tourism, Co-optex, TUFIDCO and district collectors.
Tamil Nadu IPR policy to prioritise GI products amid 2036 economy target
Tamil Nadu is finalising an Intellectual Property Rights policy that will cover GI products, with 43 GI applications filed in 2025-26.
16 June 2026
15 storiesTamil Nadu closes 717 TASMAC shops: district-wise list and regional breakup released
Tamil Nadu’s Prohibition and Excise Minister Vignesh released the list of 717 closed TASMAC retail shops across the state.
Sri Lanka releases 12 Tamil Nadu fishermen after February 23 arrest and court hearing
On 16 June 2026, Sri Lanka’s court released 12 fishermen from Rameswaram’s Pamban after their custody ended, with conditions against re-entering Sri Lankan waters.
India-Slovakia ties: 11 agreements, UN Security Council seat push and first PM visit since Independence
In June 2026, India and Slovakia signed 11 agreements in Bratislava, while Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico backed a permanent UN Security Council seat for India.
Centre flags rogue drone threat to vital installations; VOC Port first to start anti-drone system in Feb 2026
The Union government warned of rogue drone threats to vital assets, while VOC Port in Thoothukudi became the first Indian port to begin an anti-drone system in February 2026.
Kavach safety system approved for Northern and Western Railways at ₹341 crore
The Railway Ministry approved ₹341 crore worth of Kavach deployment in Ambala and Ahmedabad divisions to strengthen train safety.
Chennai MRTS to be merged with Metro: Railway Board approval likely by July 2026
Railway Board is expected to approve the transfer of Chennai’s 24-km MRTS corridor to Metro Rail by the end of July 2026.
Co-optex opens outlets at Chennai airport Terminal 2 and Ayanavaram, targets ₹100 crore Diwali sales
Tamil Nadu’s Co-optex opened new outlets at Chennai airport Terminal 2 and Ayanavaram and set a ₹100 crore Diwali sales target.
Telangana launches breakfast scheme in government schools and junior colleges from June 2026
Telangana implemented a breakfast scheme for government school students from Class 1 to Class 12, covering 1.44 lakh beneficiaries.
Bank of Japan raises benchmark rate to 1% in June 2026, a 31-year high
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark rate to 1% on June 16, 2026, citing inflation, a weak yen and higher oil prices.
Reuters Digital News Report 2026: Social media, video platforms overtake traditional news outlets globally
The 15th Reuters Institute Digital News Report says social media, video networks and AI chatbots are reshaping global news consumption in 2026.
India raises export duty on diesel and ATF; petrol levy unchanged from June 16, 2026
The Union government increased export duty on diesel and aviation turbine fuel from June 16, 2026, while keeping petrol levy unchanged.
Tamil Nadu allows online transfer counselling for government college teachers in June 2026
The Higher Education Department has approved online transfer counselling in June 2026 for teachers in government arts and education colleges.
Tamil Nadu transfers 56 police officers, including 17 district SPs
Tamil Nadu has transferred 56 police officers, including 17 district Superintendents of Police, through an order issued by Home Secretary K. Manivasan.
CMDA to grant planning permission for multi-storeyed buildings in Chennai region
Tamil Nadu has issued an order allowing CMDA to grant planning permission for multi-storeyed buildings to reduce delays in the Chennai metropolitan region.
NCERT to restore original Dancing Girl image in Class 9 Arts textbook
NCERT will replace the altered Dancing Girl image in its Class 9 Arts textbook with the original Mohenjo-daro figurine image.
15 June 2026
15 storiesRBI says India’s forex reserves at $682.3 billion, enough for 11 months of imports
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on June 5, 2026 that India’s forex reserves stood at $682.3 billion with about 11 months of import cover.
Tamil Nadu transfers 56 police officers, including new SPs for 17 districts
The Tamil Nadu Home Department has transferred 56 police officers, including new Superintendents of Police for 17 districts.
Tamil Nadu government to let CMDA grant planning permission for multi-storeyed buildings in Chennai region
The Tamil Nadu government has issued an order allowing CMDA to grant planning permission for multi-storeyed buildings in the Chennai metropolitan area.
HR&CE to appoint non-hereditary trustees in 214 Tamil Nadu temples; applications open till 22 July 2026
HR&CE has invited applications for non-hereditary trustees in 214 temples, including Palani and Samayapuram, with the deadline fixed for 22 July 2026.
NLCIL and CSIR-CECRI sign MoU on rare earth extraction and critical minerals
NLCIL signed an MoU with CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi, to study rare earth element recovery from Neyveli mine overburden and tailings.
India and U.K. launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory in June 2026
India and the U.K. launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory on June 5, 2026 to improve cooperation, data-sharing and supply-chain monitoring.
India-U.S. interim trade pact first phase may be signed by July 2026
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on June 5, 2026 that India and the U.S. may execute the first phase of their bilateral trade pact by mid-July 2026.
India to replace WPI with PPI; revised WPI series from June 15, 2026
The government will phase out WPI over five years and introduce a new Producer Price Index series from June 15, 2026.
Retail inflation rises to 3.9% in May 2026, highest in 16 months
CPI inflation climbed to 3.9% in May 2026, driven mainly by food prices and rising transport costs.
India’s merchandise exports hit $45.2 billion in May 2026; trade deficit widens
India’s merchandise exports touched a record $45.2 billion in May 2026, but the trade deficit widened to $10.5 billion as imports rose faster.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth revised to 7.7%; Q4 at 7.8%
Government data released on June 5, 2026 estimated India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7% and Q4 growth at 7.8%.
Ujjwala scheme subsidised LPG refills cut from 9 to 4 in June 2026
The Centre reduced subsidised PMUY refills from nine to four a year amid global LPG supply pressure.
RBI MPC kept repo rate at 5.25% in June 2026; FY27 growth cut to 6.6% and inflation raised to 5.1%
The RBI MPC on June 5, 2026 kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and revised FY27 growth and inflation projections.
WPI inflation rose to 9.7% in May 2026; fuel and food drove the spike
Wholesale inflation climbed to 9.7% in May 2026, with crude oil, natural gas, mineral oils and food pushing prices higher.
Producer Price Index launched in June 2026; India to phase out WPI in 5 years
India released PPI data for goods and services on June 15, 2026, and said WPI will be discontinued after five years.