Current Affairs 16 June 2026
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1. India and France Adopt Innovation Roadmap 2030
Why in News?
India and France adopted the Innovation Roadmap 2030 and launched a new Dialogue on Economic Security during bilateral discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Key Highlights
- Innovation Roadmap 2030 adopted.
- New Economic Security Dialogue launched.
- Focus on technology, innovation, defense, AI, and strategic cooperation.
- Strengthening Indo-French strategic partnership.
India-France Bilateral Profile
Category | Facts | तथ्य |
|---|---|---|
Capital | India: New Delhi | भारत: नई दिल्ली |
France: Paris | फ्रांस: पेरिस | |
Currency | India: Indian Rupee (INR) | भारत: भारतीय रुपया |
France: Euro (EUR) | फ्रांस: यूरो | |
Heads of State/Government | India: PM Narendra Modi | भारत: प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी |
France: President Emmanuel Macron | फ्रांस: राष्ट्रपति एमैनुएल मैक्रॉन | |
Strategic Partnership | Signed in 1998 | 1998 में हस्ताक्षरित |
Joint Exercises | Shakti, Varuna, Garuda | शक्ति, वरुण, गरुड़ |
Major Defence Deals | Rafale, Scorpene Submarines | राफेल, स्कॉर्पीन पनडुब्बियां |
Global Initiative | International Solar Alliance (ISA) | ISA की सह-स्थापना |
Space Cooperation | ISRO-CNES Partnership | इसरो-सीएनईएस सहयोग |
Exam Point
France is India's oldest strategic partner in Europe.
2. Indian Army Clears Indigenous Production of MEPRO X6 Sights
Why in News?
The Indian Army selected the MEPRO X6 Telescopic Day Sight for NEGEV machine guns under the Make in India initiative.
Static GK Chart: MEPRO X6 & NEGEV Procurement Framework
Feature | Description | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Optic Name | MEPRO X6 Telescopic Day Sight | MEPRO X6 टेलीस्कोपिक डे साइट |
Magnification & Range | Fixed 6x, 800–1000m range | 6x आवर्धन |
Associated Weapon | NEGEV NG-7 LMG | नेगेव एलएमजी |
Origin Country | Israel | इजराइल |
Developer | Meprolight Ltd. | मेप्रोलाइट |
Prime Contractor | BEL | भारत इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स लिमिटेड |
Technology Partner | RRP Defence | आरआरपी डिफेंस |
Domestic Manufacturer | PLR Systems | पीएलआर सिस्टम्स |
Initiative | Make in India | मेक इन इंडिया |
Exam Point
BEL = Bharat Electronics Limited
3. Uttar Pradesh Launches Teacher Cashless Health Scheme Portal
Why in News?
UP Government launched cmtcts.upsdc.gov.in for teachers under the Chief Minister's Cashless Medical Scheme.
Static Facts Chart
Parameter | Description | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Scheme Name | Chief Minister's Cashless Medical Scheme | मुख्यमंत्री शिक्षक कैशलेस चिकित्सा योजना |
Portal | cmtcts.upsdc.gov.in | आधिकारिक पोर्टल |
Announcement | 5 September 2025 | शिक्षक दिवस 2025 |
Coverage | ₹5 Lakh per family annually | ₹5 लाख |
Beneficiaries | Teachers and dependents | शिक्षक एवं आश्रित |
Beneficiaries Count | 15 Lakh | 15 लाख |
Hospitals | Government & Empanelled Private | पात्र अस्पताल |
Financial Outlay | ₹448 Crore | ₹448 करोड़ |
Exam Point
Coverage Amount = ₹5 Lakh per Family Per Year
4. Telangana Launches Breakfast and Milk Scheme
Why in News?
Telangana Government launched the Breakfast and Milk Scheme for students from pre-primary to Class XII.
Fact Summary
Category | Details | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Government | Telangana Government | तेलंगाना सरकार |
Scheme | Breakfast and Milk Scheme | नाश्ता और दूध योजना |
Beneficiaries | Pre-primary to Class XII | प्री-प्राइमरी से 12वीं |
Launch | Schools reopening after summer vacation | ग्रीष्मावकाश के बाद |
Exam Point
Target Group: Pre-primary to Class XII Students
5. Kerala Monitors Rise in Brain-Eating Amoeba (PAM) Cases
Why in News?
Kerala health authorities are monitoring increased cases of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM).
Static Facts: Naegleria fowleri & PAM
Fact Category | Description | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Causative Agent | Naegleria fowleri | नेगलेरिया फाउलरी |
Common Name | Brain-Eating Amoeba | दिमाग खाने वाला अमीबा |
Disease | Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis | PAM |
Habitat | Warm freshwater | गर्म मीठा पानी |
Transmission | Through nose | नाक के माध्यम से |
Exam Point
Naegleria fowleri does not survive in saltwater.
6. India Hosts Global Wind Day 2026 Conference
Why in News?
India hosted the Global Wind Day Conference in Goa under the theme:
"Wind Energy: From Ambition to Acceleration"
Wind Energy in India: Core Static Facts
Category | Description | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Global Rank | 4th | चौथा स्थान |
Installed Capacity | 56.09 GW | 56.09 GW |
Nodal Ministry | MNRE | नवीन एवं नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा मंत्रालय |
Research Institute | NIWE, Chennai | NIWE |
Top State | Gujarat | गुजरात |
Largest Wind Farm | Muppandal, Tamil Nadu | मुप्पंडल |
Highest Potential | Rajasthan (284.2 GW) | राजस्थान |
Exam Point
India ranks 4th globally in installed wind power capacity.
7. Sheru Classic 2026 Concludes at Bharat Mandapam
Why in News?
Sheru Classic 2026 concluded at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Static Facts
Feature | Description | विवरण |
|---|---|---|
Event | Sheru Classic 2026 | शेरू क्लासिक |
Founder | Sheru Aangrish | शेरू आंग्रिश |
Partner | JKC Sports | जेकेसी स्पोर्ट्स |
Venue | Bharat Mandapam | भारत मंडपम |
Location | Pragati Maidan, New Delhi | नई दिल्ली |
Architect | Arcop Associates & Aedas | वास्तुकार |
Exam Point
Bharat Mandapam was a key venue of the G20 Summit hosted by India.
Important One-Liner Revision
- Innovation Roadmap 2030 – India & France.
- Economic Security Dialogue launched by India and France.
- MEPRO X6 selected for NEGEV machine guns.
- BEL is the prime contractor for MEPRO X6 production.
- UP launched teacher cashless health portal.
- Coverage under scheme – ₹5 lakh.
- Telangana started Breakfast and Milk Scheme.
- PAM is caused by Naegleria fowleri.
- India ranks 4th globally in wind power capacity.
- Sheru Classic 2026 held at Bharat Mandapam.
Current Affairs MCQ Quiz (Practice Set)
Q1. Innovation Roadmap 2030 was adopted between India and which country?
A) Germany
B) France
C) UK
D) Japan
✅ Answer: B) France
Q2. MEPRO X6 is associated with which weapon?
A) AK-203
B) INSAS
C) NEGEV NG-7
D) SIG716
✅ Answer: C) NEGEV NG-7
Q3. Brain-Eating Amoeba is scientifically known as?
A) Entamoeba histolytica
B) Plasmodium falciparum
C) Naegleria fowleri
D) Giardia lamblia
✅ Answer: C) Naegleria fowleri
Q4. Global Wind Day 2026 conference was organized in?
A) Chennai
B) Mumbai
C) Goa
D) Kochi
✅ Answer: C) Goa
Q5. Sheru Classic 2026 was held at?
A) Yashobhoomi
B) Bharat Mandapam
C) Talkatora Stadium
D) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
✅ Answer: B) Bharat Mandapam