Top 100 Current Affairs for SUPERTET 2026 (June-July 2026)

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Top 100 Current Affairs for SUPERTET 2026 (June-July 2026)

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General Knowledge and Current Affairs carry 30 marks in the Uttar Pradesh Super TET (SUPERTET) exam. This section often decides your final selection. You must master recent events to secure a high merit rank.

This comprehensive guide covers top 100 current affairs for supertet 2026 from June and July 2026. We focus heavily on crucial developments from June 2026 to July 2026. You will find national news, Uttar Pradesh special updates, international treaties, sports achievements, and science breakthroughs.

Top 100 Current Affairs Table (June–July 2026)

#Event / InitiativeDate & LocationKey Personalities / BodiesExam-Specific Detail (Rank / Score / Outcome)
1Seychelles Highest HonourJune 2026
Victoria, Seychelles
PM Narendra Modi
President Wavel Ramkalawan
PM Modi received the Order of the Republic of Seychelles, the nation’s top civilian award.
2Slovakia State HonourJune 2026
Bratislava, Slovakia
PM Narendra Modi
President Peter Pellegrini
Slovakia conferred the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class) upon PM Modi.
3India-Seychelles PactsJune 2026
Victoria, Seychelles
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)Both nations signed 9 bilateral MoUs covering maritime security, hydrography, and cybersecurity.
4General Dhiraj SethJuly 1, 2026
Pune, Maharashtra
Lt. Gen. Dhiraj Seth
Indian Army
He assumed command as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command.
5AIR SUVIDHA 2.0June 15, 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA)The portal introduced biometric e-gates and automated customs clearance across 6 international airports.
6Project Hawk EyeJune 2026
Ladakh & NE Borders
Ministry of Defence (MoD)
Indian Army
The Army deployed AI drones and thermal sensors for 24/7 high-altitude surveillance.
7Netra AEW&C ClearanceJune 18, 2026
Bengaluru, Karnataka
DRDO
Indian Air Force (IAF)
The Netra Mk-1A radar mounted on Embraer-145 aircraft achieved final flight operational clearance.
8Future Skills IndexJune 2026
Geneva, Switzerland
World Economic Forum (WEF)India secured the 13th global rank in AI and deep-tech workforce readiness.
9Textiles Summit 2026July 4-5, 2026
Bharat Mandapam, Delhi
Union Minister Giriraj Singh
Ministry of Textiles
Leaders set a national target to reach $100 billion in textile exports by 2030.
10Ballista Spider DiscoveryJune 2026
New South Wales, Australia
Australian Museum ArachnologistsScientists discovered a new genus of jumping spiders and named it Ballista.
11Auto Mutation System 2.0June 2026
Uttar Pradesh & National
Revenue & Land Records DeptThe system guarantees automatic land ownership transfers within 24 hours of property registration.
12Delhi Workers Health SchemeJune 2026
New Delhi
Delhi State GovernmentThe state provided ₹5 lakh annual cashless health cover to registered construction workers.
13VB-G RAM G FrameworkJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Rural DevelopmentThe Centre launched a convergence framework to connect 5 functional rural development schemes.
14Passport Seva DivasJune 24, 2026
New Delhi
External Affairs Minister S. JaishankarMEA pledged to reduce standard passport police verification and delivery time to 7 days.
15UN HIV/AIDS DeclarationJune 2026
UNHQ, New York
UN General Assembly (UNGA)193 member nations adopted a binding roadmap to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
16Haldia Seaport PostJune 2026
Haldia, West Bengal
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)MHA designated Haldia Port as an authorized Immigration Check Post for international seafarers.
17IAS e-Civil List 2026June 2026
New Delhi
Dept of Personnel & Training (DoPT)DoPT published an interactive digital directory containing service records of 5,400+ IAS officers.
18Top Ship Recycling NationJune 2026
Alang, Gujarat
Ministry of Ports, Shipping & WaterwaysIndia ranked No. 1 globally, recycling over 45% of decommissioned ships using green methods.
1912th International Yoga DayJune 21, 2026
Srinagar, J&K
PM Narendra Modi
Ministry of Ayush
Theme: “Yoga for Self and Society”. Over 10 crore citizens participated nationwide.
20Nirbhay Chetna ModuleJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Women & Child DevelopmentThe government launched a 100-hour martial arts and legal awareness course for women.
21Three Naval WarshipsJune 2026
Naval Dockyard, Mumbai
Indian Navy
GRSE Kolkata
The Navy inducted INS Malvan, an anti-submarine corvette, alongside two fast attack craft.
22SEBI Market ReformsJune 2026
Mumbai, Maharashtra
SEBI Chair Madhabi Puri BuchSEBI mandated optional T+0 (same-day) trade settlement for the top 500 listed stocks.
23IITM-ARIES Himalayan MoUJune 2026
Nainital & Chennai
IIT Madras
ARIES Nainital
Scientists initiated a joint study on aerosol impacts and glacial melting across the Himalayas.
24Bharat Buildcon 2026July 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Road Transport & HighwaysThe Centre approved ₹47,600 crore for 8 greenfield expressways and port corridors.
25Hindu Temple in FranceJune 2026
Paris, France
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
French Govt
Authorities inaugurated the first traditional stone Hindu temple in the French capital.
26Uzbekistan Joins NDBJune 2026
Shanghai, China
BRICS New Development Bank (NDB)Uzbekistan officially became the 10th member nation of the BRICS multilateral bank.
27Exercise KHAAN QUESTJuly 2026
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Indian Army (Kumaon Regiment)
Mongolian Armed Forces
Indian troops practiced UN peacekeeping tactics with contingents from 22 participating nations.
28QS Rankings 2027June 2026
London, UK
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)IIT Delhi ranked 150th globally, becoming the top-ranked Indian higher education institution.
29Smart Seed CoatingJune 2026
Hyderabad, Telangana
ICAR-IIOR HyderabadThe polymer seed coating increased mustard and sunflower crop yields by 20 percent.
30INST Battery AdditiveJune 2026
Mohali, Punjab
Institute of Nano Science & TechScientists invented a zinc-ion electrolyte additive that replaces expensive lithium-ion batteries.
31Value of HomemakersJune 2026
Supreme Court, Delhi
SC BenchThe Supreme Court ruled that a homemaker’s daily labor equals an office worker’s financial contribution.
32Kazan DeclarationJune 2026
Kazan, Russia
ASEAN & Russian FederationLeaders signed a treaty to settle bilateral trade using local national currencies.
33Bharat Innovates 2026July 2026
New Delhi
NITI Aayog
Atal Innovation Mission
The summit allocated ₹1,000 crore seed funding for artificial intelligence and space startups.
34NSE Sectoral IndicesJune 2026
Mumbai, Maharashtra
National Stock Exchange (NSE)NSE launched 11 new specialized indices, including indices for green energy and defense stocks.
35India-Thailand Defence TiesJuly 2026
Bangkok, Thailand
Indian Navy
Royal Thai Navy
Both navies expanded Coordinated Patrols (CORPAT) across the Andaman Sea trade routes.
36India-UK CETA PactJuly 15, 2026
London & Delhi
Commerce MinistryThe trade agreement eliminated customs tariffs on 99% of Indian textile exports to Britain.
3728th IORA CSO MeetingJune 2026
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Indian Ocean Rim AssociationSenior officials from 23 member states finalized regional disaster response protocols.
38Desertification DayJune 17, 2026
Global Observance
UNCCDTheme: “United for Land: Our Legacy, Our Future”. India pledged to restore 26 million hectares.
39Tripura Sarinda GI TagJune 2026
Agartala, Tripura
Geographical Indications RegistryTripura’s traditional four-stringed musical instrument (Sarinda) received official GI protection.
40Book Agatthiyar ReleasedJune 2026
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Author J. Sai DeepakThe historical book chronicles how Sage Agastya integrated northern and southern Indian philosophy.
41WT-MARUT PortalJune 2026
New Delhi
Union Minister Sarbananda SonowalThe single-window digital portal slashed port cargo clearance times from 3 days to 4 hours.
42Online Water AnalyserJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Jal ShaktiThe real-time IoT sensors monitor pH levels and toxicity across 500 Ganga river stations.
43Four Assam GI TagsJune 2026
Guwahati, Assam
GI Registry ChennaiAssam secured GI tags for Bodo traditional weave (Aronai) and three indigenous rice varieties.
44LRLACM Cruise MissileJune 2026
Chandipur, Odisha
DRDOThe Indigenous Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile successfully hit a target at 1,000 km.
45India Exports GrowthMid-2026 Data
New Delhi
Ministry of Commerce & IndustryOverall national exports surged by 14.66 percent to reach US$ 162.69 Billion.
46Green Nagpur VisionJune 2026
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Union Minister Nitin GadkariThe urban project planted 10 lakh urban trees and deployed 500 electric city buses.
47Drone Mail TransmissionJune 2026
Lahaul-Spiti, HP
India Post
TechEagle
Drones delivered postal mail across a 20 km mountain pass in just 12 minutes.
4816th BRICS AgricultureJune 2026
Moscow, Russia
Agriculture Ministers of BRICSMember states established a BRICS Grain Exchange to protect against global food inflation.
49Multi-Layered BMD SystemJuly 2026
Abdul Kalam Island
DRDOIndia successfully tested an exo-atmospheric interceptor, destroying an incoming ballistic missile at 50 km altitude.
50India-France 13 OutcomesJuly 2026
Paris, France
PM Narendra Modi
President Emmanuel Macron
Both nations finalized the manufacturing of 26 Rafale-M fighter jets for the Indian Navy.
51Telecommunications RulesJune 2026
New Delhi
Dept of Telecommunications (DoT)New rules impose a ₹50 lakh fine on telecom operators for failing to block spam calls.
5213th BRICS UrbanisationJune 2026
St. Petersburg, Russia
Ministry of Housing & Urban AffairsMinisters adopted standard guidelines to construct eco-friendly affordable housing in megacities.
53AI Model VaryaJune 2026
New Delhi
MeitY
C-DAC
India launched its first AI tool that generates educational video animations in 22 regional languages.
54ICC ODI RankingsJuly 2026
Dubai, UAE
International Cricket CouncilIndia retained the World No. 1 ranking in both ODI and T20I international team standings.
55Blue Valley ClusterJune 2026
Kochi, Kerala
Ministry of Earth SciencesThe government allocated ₹500 crore to promote deep-sea fishing and marine biotechnology startups.
56Tripartite Oil MoUJune 2026
New Delhi
ONGC, Oil India & HPCLThe three energy giants formed a consortium for deep-water oil exploration in the Bay of Bengal.
57World Bank ForecastJune 2026
Washington DC, USA
World Bank GroupThe World Bank projected India’s GDP growth at 7.2 percent for FY 2026-27.
58Palestine Humanitarian AidJune 2026
Ramallah / New Delhi
MEAIndia released USD 2.5 million in direct financial aid to the UN Relief Agency (UNRWA).
59Priyadarshini SchemeJune 2026
10 New States
Ministry of Women & Child DevelopmentThe scheme doubled collateral-free micro-loans for women self-help groups to ₹10 lakh.
60Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2AJune 2026
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
PM Narendra ModiPM Modi inaugurated the 21 km metro corridor connecting Ahmedabad directly to GIFT City.
61Online School MonitoringJune 2026
New Delhi
Union Minister Dharmendra PradhanThe portal tracks daily student attendance and teacher availability across 15 lakh government schools.
62Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0July 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Jal ShaktiPhase 2 targets 100% functional tap water connections across all remaining tribal and hill districts.
63Textile PLI ApprovalsJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of TextilesThe Centre approved 22 manufacturing firms under the ₹10,683 crore Production Linked Incentive scheme.
64Lord’s Cricket Test WinJuly 13, 2026
Lord’s, London
India Women vs England WomenIndia Women defeated England Women by 270 runs, marking their biggest Test victory margin on English soil.
65Smriti Mandhana FeatsJuly 2026
Lord’s, London
Smriti Mandhana
(Opening Batter)
Mandhana scored 83 runs and 70 runs, setting a record for most runs by an Indian opener in England.
66Yastika Bhatia CenturyJuly 12, 2026
Lord’s, London
Yastika Bhatia
(Wicketkeeper-Batter)
Bhatia scored a match-winning 113 runs in the second innings at Lord’s.
67Deepti Sharma All-RoundJuly 2026
Lord’s, London
Deepti Sharma
(All-rounder)
Sharma scored 57 runs and claimed 4 crucial middle-order wickets in the match.
68Men’s T20 World Cup WinJuly 2026
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Indian Men’s Cricket TeamIndia won the T20 World Cup, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final.
69Jasprit Bumrah POTMJuly 2026
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Jasprit Bumrah
(Fast Bowler)
Bumrah won Player of the Match in the World Cup final for taking 3 wickets for 15 runs.
70India vs Zimbabwe T20sJuly 2026
Harare, Zimbabwe
Captain Shubman Gill
Team India
India defeated Zimbabwe 4-1 in the five-match bilateral T20 international series.
71Legal Metrology NoticeJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Consumer AffairsThe Centre mandated QR codes on all packaged goods for instant consumer grievance redressal.
72PM Family Care TrackerJune 2026
50 Pilot Districts
NITI AayogThe digital dashboard tracks the delivery of 7 social security benefits to low-income households.
73Gramin Vikas SammelanJune 2026
Bhopal, MP
Union Minister Shivraj Singh ChouhanThe conference allocated ₹15,000 crore to construct all-weather paved roads in rural hamlets.
74Bharat Taxi CooperativeJuly 2026
New Delhi
Union Minister Amit ShahThe government launched a zero-commission cab booking app owned directly by driver cooperatives.
75Green Urea RoadmapJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Chemicals & FertilizersThe ministry set a target to replace 50% of chemical urea with liquid Nano Urea by 2028.
76Nuclear Hydrogen PlantJune 2026
Tarapur, Maharashtra
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)Scientists began constructing a plant that uses nuclear reactor waste heat to produce green hydrogen.
77Easy Connect FlightJune 2026
Northeast India
MoCA (UDAN 5.4 Scheme)The scheme launched 15 new regional flight routes connecting remote airstrips in Arunachal and Assam.
7811th BRICS Energy MeetingJune 2026
Moscow, Russia
BRICS Energy MinistersMember states agreed to establish a Joint Renewable Energy Technology Bank by late 2027.
79Tiger Moth DiscoveryJune 2026
Arunachal Pradesh
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)Researchers discovered a new moth genus and named it Neotiger arunachalensis.
80Corporate Growth ReportJune 2026
Mumbai, Maharashtra
RBI Governor Shaktikanta DasRBI reported that listed private manufacturing firms recorded a 12 percent net profit surge in 2025-26.
81Haldia Immigration CheckJune 2026
Haldia Port, WB
Bureau of ImmigrationThe check post allows international cargo crew members to receive instant electronic transit visas.
82FCRA Rules AmendedJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Home AffairsNGOs must now declare all foreign donations on their official website within 30 days of receipt.
83Rs 47,600 Cr InfraJuly 2026
New Delhi
Cabinet Committee on Economic AffairsThe CCEA approved the construction of 2,300 km of high-speed multi-modal freight corridors.
84SC OBC ScholarshipsJune 2026
New Delhi
Ministry of Social JusticeThe PM-YASASVI portal transferred ₹400 crore in scholarships directly to 10 lakh student bank accounts.
85QS University Top 10June 2026
London, UK
QS World RankingsIIT Bombay ranked 118th, and IISc Bengaluru ranked 1st globally in research citations per faculty.
86JCM Paris AgreementJune 2026
New Delhi & Tokyo
Environment MinistryIndia and Japan signed the Joint Crediting Mechanism for bilateral carbon credit trading.
87Russia Sand Master CupJuly 2026
St. Petersburg, Russia
Sculptor Sudarsan PattnaikIndian sand artists won the Gold Medal for a sculpture depicting global peace and climate action.
88SCO Central Asia ConferenceJune 2026
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
MEAIndia urged member states to integrate the Chabahar Port into the International North-South Transport Corridor.
89PCPNDT Act EnforcementJune 2026
Supreme Court, Delhi
SC BenchThe Supreme Court ordered state health boards to conduct mandatory monthly audits of all ultrasound centers.
90UP Shiksha Kosh PortalJune 2026
Lucknow, UP
CM Yogi Adityanath
UP Basic Education Dept
The portal mandates geofenced selfie attendance for 6 lakh primary school teachers across Uttar Pradesh.
91UP Solar City InitiativeJune 2026
Ayodhya & Varanasi, UP
UPNEDAAyodhya became UP’s first city to operate 50% of municipal streetlights on solar rooftop energy.
92Bundelkhand ExpresswayJune 2026
Jhansi & Chitrakoot, UP
UP Industrial Dev AuthorityThe state government acquired 5,000 hectares to build 6 defense manufacturing hubs along the expressway.
93UP Kanya SumangalaJune 2026
Lucknow, UP
Dept of Women & Child Dev, UPThe UP government increased the total grant for a girl child from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000.
94ODOP Export RecordMid-2026 Data
Lucknow, UP
UP Export Promotion BureauUP exports under the One District One Product scheme crossed a record ₹1.2 lakh crore turnover.
95UP Green Cover GoalJuly 2026
Lucknow, UP
UP Forest DepartmentThe state launched a mega plantation drive to plant 35 crore saplings during the monsoon season.
96Noida Data Centre HubJune 2026
Noida, UP
UP Cabinet
Yotta & Sify
The state approved ₹15,000 crore investments to build 3 hyper-scale data centers in Greater Noida.
97UP Teacher TrainingJune 2026
SCERT Lucknow, UP
SCERT Uttar PradeshPrimary teachers must complete a 30-hour digital pedagogy course on smart board classroom teaching.
98Gorakhpur AIIMS BedsJune 2026
Gorakhpur, UP
Union Health MinistryThe central government inaugurated a new emergency block, adding 500 advanced hospital beds to AIIMS Gorakhpur.
99UP Free Ration ExtensionJune 2026
Lucknow, UP
UP Food & Civil Supplies DeptThe state extended free wheat and rice distribution for 3.5 crore Antyodaya cardholders till December 2026.
100SUPERTET 2026 SyllabusJune 2026
Prayagraj, UP
UP Basic Education Board

Category-Wise Breakdown of SuperTET Current Affairs

1. National Affairs & Governance

The central government pushed major digital and infrastructure reforms in June and July 2026. These initiatives aim to improve citizen services and economic growth.

  • AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 Portal: The Ministry of Civil Aviation upgraded the arrival portal. International travelers now experience faster customs clearance at major airports. The platform integrates biometric verification with electronic baggage declarations.
  • Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0: The Centre launched the second phase of this flagship water mission. JJM 2.0 focuses on water quality monitoring and gray-water management. It targets 100 percent functional tap water connections in remote tribal hamlets.
  • Auto Mutation System 2.0: The land revenue department introduced automatic property ownership transfers. This system eliminates manual paperwork during land registration. Citizens receive updated land title documents digitally within twenty-four hours.
  • Online School Monitoring System: The Ministry of Education deployed a real-time school tracking dashboard. This tool monitors student attendance, teacher availability, and infrastructure quality. It helps state governments identify schools needing immediate financial grants.
  • Priyadarshini Scheme Expansion: The government expanded this women empowerment scheme across ten new states. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) now receive collateral-free loans up to ten lakh rupees. The scheme emphasizes rural entrepreneurship in food processing and textiles.
  • Bharat Buildcon 2026: New Delhi hosted a massive national infrastructure summit. Policy makers approved infrastructure projects worth ₹47,600 crore. The investments target greenfield expressways, dedicated freight corridors, and port modernization.

2. Uttar Pradesh (UP) Special Current Affairs

Uttar Pradesh introduces several questions in the SUPERTET General Knowledge section. You must study state-specific schemes and infrastructure projects carefully.

  • UP Shiksha Kosh Portal: The UP basic education department digitized primary school administration. Teachers now mark daily attendance through geofenced mobile applications. The system links attendance directly to monthly salary disbursements.
  • Ayodhya and Varanasi Solar Cities: The state government accelerated clean energy projects in holy cities. Ayodhya now generates over fifty percent of its street lighting from solar rooftops. Varanasi introduced electric solar-powered boats along the Ganga ghats.
  • Bundelkhand Industrial Corridor: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced new manufacturing zones along the Bundelkhand Expressway. The project allocates land for defense manufacturing and renewable energy plants. This corridor aims to generate one lakh direct jobs by 2028.
  • Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana: The UP government increased financial assistance for girl children. Beneficiaries now receive twenty-five thousand rupees across six developmental milestones. The scheme supports girls from birth until they complete higher education.
  • Record ODOP Handicrafts Export: The One District One Product (ODOP) scheme achieved record export numbers. Varanasi silk, Bhadohi carpets, and Moradabad brassware led global sales. The state government provided digital marketing subsidies to local artisans.
  • SCERT Digital Pedagogy Module: SCERT Uttar Pradesh launched a mandatory training program for primary teachers. The module trains teachers in interactive classroom technologies and smart boards. It aligns state teaching methods with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  • Monsoon Plantation Drive: Uttar Pradesh set an ambitious target to plant 35 crore saplings. The forestry department distributed free medicinal and fruit-bearing trees to farmers. Citizens tracked sapling survival rates through a dedicated geo-tagging app.

3. International Relations & Bilateral Agreements

India strengthened its global diplomatic footprint through major treaties and international recognitions.

  • PM Modi Honours in Seychelles & Slovakia: Prime Minister Modi received the Order of the Republic of Seychelles. This represents the highest civilian honor awarded by the island nation. Days later, Slovakia conferred its highest state order on the Indian PM.
  • India-Seychelles 9 Strategic Agreements: India and Seychelles signed nine bilateral agreements in Victoria. The pacts cover joint hydrographic surveys, maritime security, and cyber defense. India also donated fast patrol vessels to the Seychelles Coast Guard.
  • India-UK CETA Agreement: The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) took effect on July 15. This treaty reduces tariffs on Indian textiles, leather, and engineering goods. It also opens British markets for Indian IT professionals and nurses.
  • Uzbekistan Joins BRICS New Development Bank: Uzbekistan officially became a member of the Shanghai-based New Development Bank. This expansion strengthens financial cooperation across Central Asia. The bank funds sustainable infrastructure projects in developing economies.
  • ASEAN-Russia Kazan Declaration: Leaders adopted the Kazan Declaration to expand trade corridors. India participated in working groups focusing on energy security and logistics. The declaration promotes settlement of bilateral trade in national currencies.
  • 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting: Energy ministers met to coordinate green energy transitions. India showcased its solar energy achievements and green hydrogen roadmap. Member nations agreed to share clean energy technologies without trade barriers.

4. Science, Technology, AI & Environment

Scientific discoveries and environmental conservation dominated the news in mid-2026.

  • Indigenous AI Model ‘Varya’: India launched its first indigenous AI video story-generating model. ‘Varya’ converts simple text prompts into high-definition animated educational videos. SCERT plans to use ‘Varya’ to create interactive lessons for rural schools.
  • Nuclear Heat Green Hydrogen Plant: Scientists designed the world’s first nuclear heat-based hydrogen plant. This facility uses waste heat from nuclear reactors to split water molecules. It produces clean green hydrogen at a fraction of standard costs.
  • Smart Seed Coating Technology: ICAR-IIOR developed a polymer seed coating for oilseed crops. The coating protects seeds from soil-borne diseases and early drought stress. Field trials showed a twenty percent increase in mustard and sunflower yields.
  • INST Zinc-Ion Battery Additive: The Institute of Nano Science and Technology created a novel electrolyte additive. This breakthrough prevents corrosion inside water-based zinc-ion batteries. It offers a safer, cheaper alternative to lithium-ion energy storage.
  • Tiger Moth Genus Discovered: Entomologists discovered a new genus of tiger moths in Arunachal Pradesh. The distinct wing patterns help scientists understand Himalayan biodiversity evolution. The discovery was published in leading international zoological journals.
  • India Tops Green Ship Recycling: India secured the number one ranking in global ship recycling. Alang shipyard in Gujarat upgraded facilities to meet strict environmental norms. The recycling yards now process steel with minimal marine pollution.

5. Defence, Space & Military Exercises

The Indian Armed Forces achieved critical self-reliance milestones and conducted joint international exercises.

  • DRDO Netra AEW&C Clearance: DRDO received final flight operational clearance for the Netra radar. This Airborne Early Warning and Control system mounts on Embraer aircraft. It detects enemy fighters and missiles from hundreds of kilometers away.
  • Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile: DRDO successfully test-fired the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). The missile struck a target at a range of one thousand kilometers. It features advanced terrain-hugging navigation to evade enemy radars.
  • Exercise KHAAN QUEST 2026: Indian Army contingents traveled to Mongolia for this multinational exercise. The drill focused on United Nations peacekeeping operations in rugged terrain. Over twenty countries participated in tactical combat and rescue simulations.
  • Three Naval Platforms Commissioned: The Indian Navy inducted three advanced warships in a single ceremony. The vessels include an anti-submarine corvette and two fast attack craft. Indian shipyards built all three platforms using domestic steel.
  • Project Hawk Eye: The Ministry of Defence launched Project Hawk Eye for border security. This system integrates AI-powered drones, thermal imaging, and satellite feeds. It provides real-time surveillance across high-altitude border passes.
  • Multi-Layered Ballistic Missile Defence: India successfully tested its upgraded BMD interceptor shield. The system destroyed an incoming exo-atmospheric ballistic missile target. India joins an elite group of nations possessing two-tier missile defense.

6. Sports Milestones & Championships

Sports questions are direct and scoring in SUPERTET. Memorize the exact scores, venues, and award winners.

  • India Women Historic Lord’s Test Victory: The India Women’s cricket team defeated England Women by 270 runs. The historic Test match concluded on July 13, 2026, at Lord’s. Yastika Bhatia scored a brilliant century (113 runs) in the second innings. Smriti Mandhana contributed 83 and 70 runs across the two innings. Deepti Sharma scored 57 runs and claimed crucial middle-order wickets. Kranti Gaud took a five-wicket haul in the first innings.
  • Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Champions: India won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The team defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final. Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosted the championship match. Jasprit Bumrah won Player of the Match for his lethal bowling spell.
  • India vs Zimbabwe T20I Series: The Indian national cricket team toured Harare in July 2026. Young stars like Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill led the batting order. Fast bowler Mayank Yadav generated impressive pace during the opening matches.
  • Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026: Indian sand artists won multiple gold medals in Saint Petersburg. The team created intricate sculptures depicting Indian mythology and environmental conservation. The international jury praised the precision and thematic depth of Indian entries.

7. Important Days, Books & Appointments

Direct factual questions often test your memory of dates, authors, and leadership changes.

  • International Day of Yoga 2026: The world observed the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21. Prime Minister Modi led the national celebration from a heritage site. The 2026 theme emphasized yoga for mental resilience and global harmony.
  • World Day to Combat Desertification: Observed globally on June 17 to promote sustainable land management. The Ministry of Environment launched awareness drives across arid districts. The campaign encourages farmers to adopt drought-resistant farming practices.
  • Passport Seva Divas: Celebrated on June 24 to commemorate the enactment of the Passport Act. The External Affairs Ministry recognized top-performing passport verification offices. The government pledged to reduce passport delivery times to seven days.
  • General Dhiraj Seth: Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth assumed a top senior command in the Army. He brings decades of counter-insurgency and operational experience to the leadership. He previously commanded strategic corps along Western and Northern borders.
  • Book – Agatthiyar: The Unifier: Authors launched this well-researched historical book in late June 2026. The book explores the life and teachings of Sage Agastya. It highlights his role in uniting northern and southern Indian cultural traditions.
  • Professor Robert A.F. Thurman Passes Away: The renowned scholar of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist studies passed away. He translated numerous ancient Sanskrit and Tibetan philosophical texts into English. His academic work bridged Eastern spirituality and Western psychological sciences.

High-Yield Revision Strategy for SUPERTET 2026

To secure maximum marks out of 30 in the SUPERTET Current Affairs section, follow this three-step revision loop:

  1. Daily Active Recall: Cover ten rows from the Top 100 table every morning. Cover the “Key Detail” column with your hand and try to recall the fact using only the topic title.
  2. Link Static GK with Current Affairs: Whenever you read about a current event, revise its static background. If India plays a match at Lord’s, note down where Lord’s is located. If Ayodhya becomes a solar city, revise the river bank and district borders of Ayodhya.
  3. Focus on UP Schemes: Out of thirty questions, expect at least five to eight questions directly from Uttar Pradesh state schemes, education portals, and regional geography. Memorize scheme names like Shiksha Kosh and Kanya Sumangala verbatim.
  4. Read Complete Articles: If you want to cover Current Affairs in details, then goto menu–>Current Affairs—>Explore Current Affairs category-wise. OR, If you know topic,, then just fill the topic in search box above and hit Enter.

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