CURRENT AFFAIRS 04-05 June, 2026

CURRENT AFFAIRS 04-05 June, 2026

1. FSSAI LAUNCHES OFFICIAL VEGAN LOGO TO IMPROVE CONSUMER AWARENESS AND TRANSPARENCY –

• The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced the standardized vegan logo for the approved vegan food products in India. The new logo will become mandatory from 1st July in 2027 and it aims to provide the consumers with a clear and reliable way to identify vegan foods. This move is expected to strengthen transparency, prevent misleading claims and promote the environmentally sustainable food choices in India.

FSSAI Introduces Standard Vegan Logo

• The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has notified the standardized logo that will serve as the official identification mark for the all vegan food products which are sold in India.
• Under the amended Food Safety and Standards (Vegan Foods) Regulations, all the approved vegan food packages must display the logo in the prescribed format.

2. INDIA REACHES LANDMARK OF 100 RAMSAR SITES WITH JAI PRAKASH NARAYAN BIRD SANCTUARY –

India Reaches the Landmark of the 100 Ramsar Sites

• The designation of the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary as a Ramsar Site has elevated the India’s total count of internationally recognized wetlands to the 100.
• This achievement showcases the country’s growing focus on to the wetland conservation and sustainable environmental management.
• This recognition was granted under the Ramsar Convention it is an international treaty which is dedicated to the conservation and the wise use of wetlands.
• The addition of Surha Tal further will further strengthens the India’s position as one of the leading nations in to the wetland conservation globally.

3. RBI MONETARY POLICY MEETING JUNE 2026: REPO RATE UNCHANGED AT 5.25% –

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its latest monetary policy decisions after the 61st meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held from June 3 to June 5, 2026, under the chairmanship of RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
• Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, elevated energy prices, global supply chain disruptions, and inflation concerns, the committee decided to maintain the existing policy rate while continuing with a neutral policy stance.
• The decision reflects RBI’s balanced approach of supporting economic growth while remaining vigilant against inflationary risks.

RBI Monetary Policy Meeting June 2026: Key Decisions

• After reviewing domestic and global macroeconomic developments, the Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to:
• Keep the Repo Rate unchanged at 5.25%
• Maintain the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) Rate at 5.00%
• Keep the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate at 5.50%
• Continue with the Neutral Policy Stance
• The decision indicates that RBI is currently adopting a wait-and-watch approach before making further adjustments.

4. PM MODI INAUGURATES FIRST WORLD YOGASANA CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 IN AHMEDABAD –

• Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the First World Yogasana Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on 4th of June, 2026. This event brings together the athletes from different countries and it represents the major step toward establishing Yogasana as the competitive sport at the international level and it organized just ahead of the International Yoga Day 2026.

First World Yogasana Championship Begins in Ahmedabad

• Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the First World Yogasana Championship through a video message from and calling it as the historic addition to the world’s sporting legacy.
• The championship is the first international event dedicated exclusively to the Yogasana and it aims to showcase the sport’s competitive potential. Athletes from around the world have gathered to participate in this competition.

5. WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY 2026: DATE, THEME, HISTORY, SIGNIFICANCE, HOST COUNTRY AND WHY CLIMATE ACTION MATTERS –

• On 5th June 2026 World Environment Day will be celebrated worldwide and it brings together the governments, organizations, businesses and citizens from all around the world to address the pressing environmental challenges. The day observed annually under the leadership of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and this day serves as the global platform for the environmental awareness and action.

World Environment Day 2026: Date and Theme

• World Environment Day is observed every year on 5th of June and it is considered as the largest global platform dedicated to the environmental awareness and action.
• The theme for the World Environment Day 2026 is “Inspired by Nature: For Climate. For Our Future.” and this campaign is also driven by the global call to action #NowForClimate and it highlighting the need to move beyond the promises and implement real climate solutions.
• The theme encourages the countries, institutions and individuals to strengthen climate resilience, restore ecosystems, reduce pollution and adopt the sustainable lifestyles that supports the long-term environmental protection.

MCQ QUIZ

Q1.  Virupaksha Temple, that was recently seen in news, is located in which state ?

1. a) Karnataka
2. b) Kerala
3. c) Tamil Nadu
4. d) Maharashtra

Q2.  According to recent report, India overtook which country to become the world’s second-largest solar market in 2025 ?

1. a) United States
2. b) China
3. c) Germany
4. d) France

Q3.  Who has been elected as the President of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) ?

1. a) Annalena Baerbock
2. b) Andreas S. Kakouris
3. c) Khalilur Rahman
4. d) Antonio Guterres

Q4.  Consider the following statements regarding the RudraM-II missile:

1. It is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile primarily designed to destroy enemy radar and communication systems.
2. It features a dual-guidance system that utilizes an Imaging Infrared (IIR) seeker to maintain target tracking even if the enemy turns off their radar.
3. It has a speed capability of up to Mach 5.5 and can engage targets within a stand-off range of 300 km.

         Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

1. a) 1 and 2 only
2. b) 1 and 3 only
3. c) 2 and 3 only
4. d) 1, 2, and 3

Explanation-

• Statement 1 is correct: Developed by the Research Centre Imarat (RCI) and the Indian Air Force (IAF), the RudraM-II is an indigenous next-generation air-to-surface Anti-Radiation Missile (ARM). Its primary role is to detect and neutralize enemy air defense systems, including radar stations, surface-to-air missile (SAM) sites, and surveillance networks.
• Statement 2 is correct: The missile employs a highly advanced, multi-layered guidance system. Aside from using a Passive Radar Homing (PRH) system to track radio frequency emissions, it is equipped with an Imaging Infrared (IIR) seeker. This allows the missile to hit its target with pinpoint accuracy even if the enemy engages the classic evasion tactic of shutting off their radar mid-flight.
• Statement 3 is correct: Designed to provide stand-off capabilities, RudraM-II has an estimated operational range of 300–350 km and can achieve hypersonic speeds of up to Mach 5.5, significantly reducing enemy reaction time.

Q5.  With reference to the recent developments in India–Myanmar relations, consider the following initiatives:

1. The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project connects India’s mainland directly to Southeast Asia.
2. The India–Myanmar–Thailand Trilateral Highway aims to link India to the ASEAN markets.

         Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

1. a) 1 only
2. b) 2 only
3. c) Both 1 and 2
4. d) None

Explanation-

• Statement 1 is correct: The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project is a strategic land bridge designed to link India’s eastern seaboard (specifically the port of Kolkata) to the state of Mizoram through Myanmar’s Sittwe Port. This significantly reduces India’s strategic dependence on the narrow Siliguri Corridor.
• Statement 2 is correct: The India–Myanmar–Thailand (IMT) Trilateral Highway is a crucial infrastructure undertaking connecting Moreh in India to Mae Sot in Thailand via Myanmar, effectively integrating India’s Northeast with regional ASEAN markets and value chains.

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