5 June 2026 Current Affairs: Top News for Banking & SSC
5 June 2026 Current Affairs: World Environment Day, Delhi-NCR Vehicle Scheme, BrahMos deal, Navachar Mantra & more. Must-read for Banking, SSC & UPSC.
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5 जून 2026 के सबसे महत्वपूर्ण करंट अफेयर्स यहाँ दिए गए हैं — Banking, SSC CGL, UPSC, Railways और सभी सरकारी परीक्षाओं के लिए उपयोगी। नीचे हर topic को English और Hindi दोनों में समझाया गया है।
1. World Environment Day 2026 | विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस 2026
World Environment Day 2026 (English)
World Environment Day is observed every year on 5 June. In 2026, the global observance is being hosted by the Republic of Azerbaijan in its capital Baku. The event is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The theme for World Environment Day 2026 is "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future", and the official campaign hashtag is #NowForClimate. The day calls on governments, businesses, and individuals to take urgent and ambitious climate action. World Environment Day was first established by the UN General Assembly in 1972 during the Stockholm Conference and was first celebrated in 1973 under the theme "Only One Earth." It is considered the largest global platform for environmental public outreach.
- Date: 5 June (annually)
- Host Country 2026: Azerbaijan (Baku)
- Theme 2026: Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future
- Hashtag: #NowForClimate
- Organiser: UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
- First celebrated: 1973
विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस 2026 (Hindi)
प्रत्येक वर्ष 5 जून को विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस मनाया जाता है। वर्ष 2026 में इस दिवस का वैश्विक आयोजन अज़रबैजान की राजधानी बाकू में किया जा रहा है। इस वर्ष की थीम है "प्रकृति से प्रेरित। जलवायु के लिए। हमारे भविष्य के लिए" और आधिकारिक हैशटैग #NowForClimate है। यह दिवस पहली बार 1972 में स्टॉकहोम सम्मेलन के दौरान संयुक्त राष्ट्र महासभा द्वारा स्थापित किया गया था और पहली बार 1973 में मनाया गया था। UNEP इसका प्रमुख संयोजक है।
2. Cabinet Approves Rs 9,585 Crore Delhi-NCR Vehicle Replacement Scheme | दिल्ली-NCR वाहन प्रतिस्थापन योजना
Delhi-NCR Vehicle Replacement Scheme (English)
On 3 June 2026, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved a Rs 9,585 crore two-year scheme to replace approximately 2.07 lakh old BS-IV and older commercial vehicles (trucks and buses) in the Delhi-NCR region with BS-VI compliant or Electric Vehicles (EVs). The initiative aims to tackle vehicular pollution and improve air quality in one of the world's most polluted urban regions.
- Total Outlay: Rs 9,585 crore
- Vehicles to be replaced: 2.07 lakh BS-IV and older trucks/buses
- Funding body: National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) under MoHUA
- Implementing ministries: MoRTH and MoPNG
- Participating states/UTs: Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh
- Monitoring: Empowered Committee chaired by Cabinet Secretary Dr. T.V. Somanathan
- Central Benefit: 5% interest subvention for 5 years + monthly fuel vouchers up to Rs 4,800
- State Benefit: Registration fee waiver, up to 100% motor vehicle tax concession for new vehicles; 50% tax concession for BS-VI used vehicles for 10 years
- OEM Benefit: 8% ex-showroom discount on eligible vehicles
दिल्ली-NCR वाहन प्रतिस्थापन योजना (Hindi)
3 जून 2026 को केंद्रीय कैबिनेट ने दिल्ली-NCR क्षेत्र में 2.07 लाख पुराने BS-IV और उससे पुराने ट्रक और बसों को BS-VI या इलेक्ट्रिक वाहनों से बदलने के लिए ₹9,585 करोड़ की दो वर्षीय योजना को मंजूरी दी। इसका उद्देश्य वाहन प्रदूषण कम करना और क्षेत्र की वायु गुणवत्ता सुधारना है। योजना की फंडिंग NCRPB के जरिए होगी और इसे MoRTH और MoPNG मिलकर लागू करेंगे। केंद्र सरकार 5% ब्याज अनुदान और हर महीने ₹4,800 तक के ईंधन वाउचर देगी।
3. Navachar Mantra Initiative Launched by MoS Jayant Chaudhary | नवाचार मंत्र पहल
Navachar Mantra (English)
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, launched Navachar Mantra — a flagship national initiative — at IIT Delhi, New Delhi. The programme is designed to identify, mentor, and scale up grassroots innovators and early-stage entrepreneurs across India. It is implemented by the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD) in collaboration with the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi, which serves as the Technical Knowledge Partner.
- Launched by: Jayant Chaudhary, MoS (IC), Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
- Launched at: IIT Delhi, New Delhi
- Implementing Agency: NIESBUD
- Technical Partner: FITT, IIT Delhi
- Duration: Year-long engagement through multi-stage evaluation
- Key Activities: Mentorship, webinars, innovation showcases, investor interactions, national pitch event
- Stakeholders: Academia, Industry, Investment Firms, and Government
नवाचार मंत्र (Hindi)
केंद्रीय कौशल विकास और उद्यमिता मंत्रालय में राज्य मंत्री (स्वतंत्र प्रभार) जयंत चौधरी ने IIT दिल्ली में नवाचार मंत्र नामक राष्ट्रीय कार्यक्रम का शुभारंभ किया। इस पहल का उद्देश्य जमीनी स्तर के नवप्रवर्तकों और प्रारंभिक स्तर के उद्यमियों की पहचान कर उन्हें मार्गदर्शन और स्केलिंग सहायता प्रदान करना है। NIESBUD इसे लागू करेगा और FITT, IIT दिल्ली तकनीकी भागीदार होगा।
4. BrahMos Missile Export Deal with Vietnam | ब्रह्मोस मिसाइल निर्यात समझौता
BrahMos Export to Vietnam (English)
India has signed a strategic deal worth approximately ₹5,800 crore (USD 629 million) to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam. The announcement was confirmed by Indian Defence Secretary at the prestigious Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. A similar export agreement with Indonesia was also reported to be in the pipeline. BrahMos is a joint venture between India's DRDO and Russia's NPO Mashinostroyeniya. It is one of the world's fastest supersonic cruise missiles with a speed of around Mach 2.8–3.
- Deal value: ₹5,800 crore (~USD 629 million)
- Recipient country: Vietnam
- Announced at: Shangri-La Dialogue, Singapore
- Missile: BrahMos supersonic cruise missile
- Developer: DRDO (India) + NPO Mashinostroyeniya (Russia)
- Speed: Mach 2.8–3
ब्रह्मोस मिसाइल निर्यात (Hindi)
भारत ने वियतनाम को ब्रह्मोस सुपरसोनिक क्रूज मिसाइल निर्यात करने के लिए लगभग ₹5,800 करोड़ (USD 629 मिलियन) का रणनीतिक समझौता किया है। यह घोषणा सिंगापुर में शांग्री-ला डायलॉग में भारतीय रक्षा सचिव ने की। ब्रह्मोस भारत के DRDO और रूस की NPO Mashinostroyeniya का संयुक्त उद्यम है। इसकी गति लगभग Mach 2.8–3 है।
5. RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile Test | रुद्रम-II मिसाइल परीक्षण
RudraM-II Test (English)
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted flight tests of the RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile on 2 June 2026. RudraM-II is an advanced anti-radiation missile designed to destroy enemy radar and communication systems. It significantly boosts India's stand-off precision strike capability and enhances the IAF's suppression of enemy air defences (SEAD) capability.
- Developed by: DRDO
- Used by: Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Type: Air-to-Surface Anti-Radiation Missile
- Test Date: 2 June 2026
- Capability: Destroys enemy radar and communication infrastructure
रुद्रम-II परीक्षण (Hindi)
DRDO और भारतीय वायुसेना ने 2 जून 2026 को रुद्रम-II एयर-टू-सरफेस मिसाइल का सफल परीक्षण किया। यह एक उन्नत एंटी-रेडिएशन मिसाइल है जो दुश्मन के रडार और संचार तंत्र को नष्ट कर सकती है। इससे IAF की शत्रु की वायु रक्षा प्रणाली को दबाने की क्षमता काफी मजबूत हुई है।
6. UPI Expands to Cambodia | UPI का कंबोडिया में विस्तार
UPI in Cambodia (English)
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has been expanded to Cambodia, furthering India's goal of internationalising its digital payment infrastructure. UPI is managed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). This expansion allows Indian tourists and businesses operating in Cambodia to make seamless transactions using UPI-enabled applications. Several countries including Singapore, UAE, France, UK, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and others have already adopted UPI, making it one of the most globally accepted digital payment systems.
- System: UPI (Unified Payments Interface)
- New country added: Cambodia
- Manager: NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India)
UPI — कंबोडिया (Hindi)
भारत की डिजिटल भुगतान प्रणाली UPI (यूनिफाइड पेमेंट्स इंटरफेस) का विस्तार अब कंबोडिया तक हो गया है। UPI को NPCI (नेशनल पेमेंट्स कॉर्पोरेशन ऑफ इंडिया) संचालित करता है। इससे कंबोडिया में रहने वाले भारतीय पर्यटक और व्यवसायी सरलता से भुगतान कर सकेंगे। अब विश्व के कई देशों में UPI स्वीकार किया जाता है।
7. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission Crosses 90 Crore ABHA Accounts | आयुष्मान भारत डिजिटल मिशन
ABDM: 90 Crore Milestone (English)
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) has crossed a landmark milestone of 90 crore ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) registrations, reinforcing India's digital health ecosystem. ABHA provides every citizen with a unique 14-digit health ID that links their health records digitally. The mission is led by the National Health Authority (NHA) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This milestone positions India as a global leader in digital public health infrastructure.
- Programme: Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
- Milestone: 90 crore ABHA accounts
- ABHA: 14-digit unique health ID
- Managed by: National Health Authority (NHA)
- Ministry: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
आयुष्मान भारत डिजिटल मिशन (Hindi)
आयुष्मान भारत डिजिटल मिशन (ABDM) ने 90 करोड़ ABHA (आयुष्मान भारत हेल्थ अकाउंट) पंजीकरण का ऐतिहासिक आंकड़ा पार कर लिया है। ABHA एक 14 अंकों की अनूठी स्वास्थ्य ID है जो प्रत्येक नागरिक के स्वास्थ्य रिकॉर्ड को डिजिटल रूप से जोड़ती है। इसे National Health Authority (NHA) संचालित करता है।
8. India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) | भारत-न्यूजीलैंड मुक्त व्यापार समझौता
India–New Zealand FTA (English)
India and New Zealand have taken significant steps toward finalising a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This agreement aims to boost trade in goods, services, and investments between the two nations. India has been actively expanding its trade network with FTAs with the UAE, Australia, and several ASEAN countries in recent years. An FTA with New Zealand will open new avenues for Indian exporters, particularly in sectors like IT, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and textiles.
- Parties: India and New Zealand
- Type: Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
- Sectors benefited: IT, pharma, agriculture, textiles
भारत-न्यूजीलैंड FTA (Hindi)
भारत और न्यूजीलैंड के बीच मुक्त व्यापार समझौते (FTA) को अंतिम रूप देने की दिशा में महत्वपूर्ण कदम उठाए गए हैं। इस समझौते से वस्तुओं, सेवाओं और निवेश में द्विपक्षीय व्यापार को बढ़ावा मिलेगा। भारतीय IT, फार्मा, कृषि और टेक्सटाइल क्षेत्र इससे लाभान्वित होंगे।
9. India–South Korea Strategic Roadmap 2026–2030 | भारत-दक्षिण कोरिया रणनीतिक रोडमैप
India–South Korea Strategic Roadmap (English)
India and South Korea unveiled a joint Strategic Roadmap for 2026–2030, outlining a comprehensive partnership across defence, trade, technology, and people-to-people connections. South Korea is a key partner for India in the Indo-Pacific region. The roadmap focuses on deepening the Special Strategic Partnership between the two nations and expanding bilateral trade to new highs.
भारत-दक्षिण कोरिया रणनीतिक रोडमैप (Hindi)
भारत और दक्षिण कोरिया ने 2026–2030 के लिए एक संयुक्त रणनीतिक रोडमैप जारी किया, जिसमें रक्षा, व्यापार, प्रौद्योगिकी और जन-संपर्क में व्यापक भागीदारी की रूपरेखा तैयार की गई है। इसका उद्देश्य दोनों देशों के बीच विशेष रणनीतिक साझेदारी को और गहरा करना है।
10. WTO's 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) | WTO का 14वां मंत्रिस्तरीय सम्मेलन
WTO MC14 (English)
The 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is a key event in global trade governance. Ministerial Conferences are the WTO's highest decision-making body and take place roughly every two years. Issues like fisheries subsidies, agricultural trade, e-commerce, and developing-country flexibilities are typically on the agenda. India plays an active role in WTO negotiations, particularly on food security and public stockholding.
- Body: WTO (World Trade Organization)
- Conference: 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14)
- Significance: Highest decision-making body of WTO
- India's focus: Food security, public stockholding, agriculture
WTO का 14वां मंत्रिस्तरीय सम्मेलन (Hindi)
विश्व व्यापार संगठन (WTO) का 14वां मंत्रिस्तरीय सम्मेलन (MC14) वैश्विक व्यापार शासन में एक महत्वपूर्ण आयोजन है। यह WTO का सर्वोच्च निर्णय-निर्माता निकाय है। इसमें मत्स्य सब्सिडी, कृषि व्यापार और ई-कॉमर्स जैसे मुद्दों पर चर्चा होती है। भारत खाद्य सुरक्षा और सार्वजनिक भंडारण के मुद्दे पर अपनी सक्रिय भूमिका निभाता है।
Quick Recap Table | त्वरित सारांश
| Topic | Key Fact |
|---|---|
| World Environment Day 2026 | Host: Azerbaijan (Baku); Theme: Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future; #NowForClimate |
| Delhi-NCR Vehicle Scheme | Rs 9,585 crore; 2.07 lakh vehicles replaced; BS-VI/EV; Cabinet approved 3 June 2026 |
| Navachar Mantra | Launched by Jayant Chaudhary at IIT Delhi; Implemented by NIESBUD + FITT |
| BrahMos Export – Vietnam | ₹5,800 crore (~USD 629 mn); Announced at Shangri-La Dialogue, Singapore |
| RudraM-II Test | DRDO + IAF; Air-to-Surface missile; Tested 2 June 2026 |
| UPI – Cambodia | UPI expanded to Cambodia; Managed by NPCI |
| ABDM | 90 crore ABHA accounts milestone; NHA; 14-digit health ID |
| India–New Zealand FTA | Bilateral Free Trade Agreement finalisation steps taken |
| India–South Korea | Strategic Roadmap 2026–2030 unveiled |
| WTO MC14 | 14th Ministerial Conference; India focused on food security |
FAQs
What is the theme of World Environment Day 2026?
The theme of World Environment Day 2026 is 'Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future' with the official hashtag #NowForClimate. The global observance is hosted by Azerbaijan in Baku.
Which country is hosting World Environment Day 2026?
The Republic of Azerbaijan is hosting the global observance of World Environment Day 2026 in its capital, Baku.
What is the Delhi-NCR Vehicle Replacement Scheme approved in June 2026?
The Union Cabinet approved a Rs 9,585 crore two-year scheme on 3 June 2026 to replace 2.07 lakh old BS-IV and older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with BS-VI compliant or electric vehicles. It provides 5% interest subvention and monthly fuel vouchers up to Rs 4,800.
What is Navachar Mantra and who launched it?
Navachar Mantra is a flagship national initiative launched by Union MoS (IC) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, at IIT Delhi. It is implemented by NIESBUD with FITT, IIT Delhi as the Technical Knowledge Partner. Its goal is to identify, mentor, and scale grassroots innovators.
What is the value of the BrahMos missile export deal with Vietnam?
India signed a strategic deal worth approximately ₹5,800 crore (USD 629 million) to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam. This was announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
What is ABHA and what milestone did it cross recently?
ABHA stands for Ayushman Bharat Health Account — a unique 14-digit health ID issued under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). It recently crossed 90 crore registrations, a major milestone for India's digital health ecosystem managed by the National Health Authority (NHA).
What is RudraM-II and who developed it?
RudraM-II is an Air-to-Surface Anti-Radiation Missile jointly developed by DRDO for use by the Indian Air Force (IAF). Its flight test was successfully conducted on 2 June 2026. It is designed to destroy enemy radar and communication systems.
To which new country has UPI been expanded recently?
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has been expanded to Cambodia, managed by NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India).