Daily filter — 3 June 2026
12 exam-worthy stories from the day's PIB releases · interactive view
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
National Sports Tribunal established under 2025 Act
Applications are open for two members to the **National Sports Tribunal** (NST), a body under the **National Sports Governance Act, 2025**.
- The National Sports Tribunal is a statutory body established under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025.
- It adjudicates and hears disputes relating to sports.
- The Tribunal is headquartered in New Delhi.
- Two vacancies for Members are being filled.
- Terms are governed by National Sports Governance (National Sports Tribunal) Rules, 2026.
💡 The National Sports Tribunal (NST), established under the 2025 Act and governed by 2026 Rules, resolves sports disputes from New Delhi.
Source: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports · PIB PRID 2268529
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
NHRC takes cognizance of tribal girl's trafficking and assault
The **NHRC** has initiated a case regarding a 17-year-old tribal girl trafficked, sold, and sexually assaulted for two years.
- The NHRC took suo motu cognizance of a media report from May 29, 2026.
- A 17-year-old tribal girl from Odisha was trafficked to Uttar Pradesh for two years.
- The NHRC issued notices to DGPs of Odisha, Uttar Pradesh and Dhenkanal DM.
- A detailed report is sought within two weeks on investigation and victim relief.
- The girl was allegedly sold for Rs 50,000 and forced into abortion.
💡 The NHRC has initiated suo motu action, demanding reports within two weeks, for a 17-year-old tribal girl's trafficking and sexual assault.
Source: National Human Rights Commission · PIB PRID 2268410
🗳️ Polity & Governance · LAW track
ECI hosts international conference on media in elections
The **Election Commission of India (ECI)** is organizing a two-day international conference in New Delhi.
- The conference is from June 3-4, 2026, at IIIDEM, New Delhi.
- It is held under India’s 2026 Chairship of International IDEA.
- The Chief Election Commissioner is Shri Gyanesh Kumar.
- Discussions focus on misinformation, AI deepfakes, and digital advertising.
- It contributes to the final report under the Delhi Declaration adopted January 23, 2026.
💡 Remember ECI's 2026 conference on media, AI deepfakes, and the Delhi Declaration under India's IDEA Chairship.
Source: Election Commission · PIB PRID 2268394
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
CCPA Penalizes Firms for Dark Patterns on Digital Platforms
The **Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)** penalized **PhysicsWallah** and **McAfee** for using manipulative 'dark patterns' online.
- PhysicsWallah fined ₹5 lakh for 'basket sneaking', 'confirm shaming', and 'forced action'.
- McAfee fined ₹1 lakh for 'confirm shaming', 'interface interference', 'trick question', and 'forced action'.
- Actions taken under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and Dark Patterns Guidelines, 2023.
- CCPA issued an advisory on 5 June 2025 for companies to self-audit and remove dark patterns.
💡 For the exam: Remember CCPA action against PhysicsWallah & McAfee highlights Dark Patterns Guidelines, 2023 violations.
Source: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution · PIB PRID 2268302
🤝 International Relations · UPSC track
India-Oman CEPA boosts textile exports, strengthens ties
The **India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)** came into force on **June 1, 2026**, boosting economic cooperation.
- The CEPA provides immediate duty-free access for 945 textile and apparel tariff lines into Oman.
- It eliminates the existing 5% MFN duty, enhancing price competitiveness.
- Exports of handicrafts also receive immediate zero duty access.
- The agreement includes a fully digitalized Certificate of Origin (CoO) framework.
- It strengthens Intellectual Property Rights cooperation and recognizes Geographical Indications (GIs).
- In FY 2025–26, India's textile, apparel, and handicraft exports to Oman were USD 95.1 million.
💡 For the exam: Remember the India-Oman CEPA (effective June 1, 2026) grants immediate duty-free access for textiles, apparel, and handicrafts, with a digital CoO and GI recognition.
Source: Ministry of Textiles · PIB PRID 2268595
🚜 Economy · LAW track
CCI Approves UPL Group Crop Protection Business Restructuring
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved a proposed restructuring involving UPL's India and global crop protection businesses.
- CCI approved the restructuring of UPL group companies on June 03, 2026.
- The restructuring transfers India and global crop protection businesses to UPL 2.
- UPL 1 is a global agri-solutions company.
- TPG and Woodhall Holdings are also parties to the combination.
💡 For the exam: Remember CCI approved UPL's crop protection business restructuring involving India and global operations.
Source: Competition Commission of India · PIB PRID 2268267
✈️ Economy · LAW track
CCI Approves Acquisition of Macquarie AirFinance by DAE Ltd
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved a significant acquisition in the global aircraft leasing sector.
- CCI approved the acquisition on June 3, 2026.
- Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd is the acquirer.
- Macquarie AirFinance Ltd is the target company.
- Acquisition is through DAE Eirecam Designated Activity Company.
- Both are globally active aircraft lessors.
💡 Remember: CCI approved DAE's acquisition of Macquarie AirFinance in the aircraft leasing sector.
Source: Competition Commission of India · PIB PRID 2268266
🚌 Environment · UPSC track
New Scheme to Replace Old Trucks, Buses in Delhi-NCR
The Union Cabinet has approved a two-year scheme to reduce air pollution in the Delhi-NCR by incentivizing replacement of older, polluting vehicles.
- The scheme has a financial outlay of Rs.9,585 crore for two years.
- It targets 2.07 lakh trucks and buses in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh.
- Vehicles complying with BS-IV or earlier norms will be replaced with BS-VI or stricter vehicles/EVs.
- Central benefits include 5% interest subvention for five years and fuel vouchers.
- State governments will waive registration fees and provide up to 100% motor vehicle tax concessions.
- Auto OEMs will offer 8% discounts on ex-showroom prices.
💡 Remember: NCRPB scheme, 2 years, 9585 Cr, 2.07 lakh vehicles, BS-VI upgrade, 5% interest subvention, 8% OEM discount.
Source: Cabinet · PIB PRID 2268342
✈️ Economy · UPSC track
Cabinet Approves Price Stabilization Fund for Airlines
The Union Cabinet has approved a one-time budgetary support for **Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs)** to stabilize **ATF** prices for **Scheduled Indian Airlines**.
- A one-time budgetary support of up to Rs.10,000 crore will be an interest-free advance to OMCs.
- This support is for ATF price stabilization for Scheduled Indian Airlines for domestic and international operations.
- The arrangement will continue for thirty-six months or until the advance is fully recovered.
- Participating airlines must procure ATF exclusively from OMCs for up to three years.
- The scheme aims to mitigate ATF price volatility due to the West Asia crisis.
💡 For the exam: Remember the Rs.10,000 crore interest-free advance to OMCs for ATF price stabilization to help Scheduled Indian Airlines amid the West Asia crisis.
Source: Cabinet · PIB PRID 2268337
✈️ Economy · UPSC track
Cabinet Approves ₹10,000 Crore Aviation Fuel Price Stabilization Support
The Union Cabinet approved a one-time budgetary support for OMCs to stabilize Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices for Indian airlines amidst global volatility.
- Union Cabinet approved up to ₹10,000 crore support for Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).
- Support aims to stabilize Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices for Scheduled Indian Airlines.
- The mechanism will operate for thirty-six months or until the amount is recovered.
- ATF constitutes up to 60 per cent of airline operating costs during volatility.
- Earlier, ₹5,000 crore was earmarked for airlines under ECLGS.
💡 Remember, ₹10,000 crore for OMCs over 36 months stabilizes ATF for Indian airlines, crucial for operational costs.
Source: Ministry of Civil Aviation · PIB PRID 2268646
✈️ Economy · UPSC track
Cabinet approves Price Stabilization Fund for Airlines' ATF
The Union Cabinet has approved a one-time budgetary support of up to Rs.10,000 crore to Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to stabilize ATF prices for Indian airlines.
- A one-time budgetary support up to Rs.10,000 crore will be an interest-free advance to OMCs.
- Support aims to stabilize ATF prices for Scheduled Indian Airlines during the West Asia crisis.
- The mechanism will provide fixed-price arrangement for both domestic and international operations.
- It will be in force for thirty-six months or until the advance is fully recovered.
- Participating airlines must procure ATF exclusively from OMCs for up to three years.
💡 For the exam: Remember Rs.10,000 crore interest-free advance to OMCs for ATF price stability for 36 months.
Source: Ministry of Civil Aviation · PIB PRID 2268338
🚌 Environment · UPSC track
NCR Vehicle Replacement Scheme for Cleaner Air Approved
The Union Cabinet has approved a two-year scheme to replace older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR, aiming to reduce air pollution.
- The scheme has a financial outlay of Rs.9,585 crore.
- It targets approximately 2.07 lakh owners of trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR.
- Owners must replace BS-IV or earlier vehicles with BS-VI or stricter compliant/electric vehicles.
- Central government offers 5% interest subvention and monthly fuel vouchers up to Rs.4,800.
- State governments provide up to 100% motor vehicle tax concessions for new vehicles.
- Participating Auto OEMs will offer 8% discounts on ex-showroom prices.
💡 For the exam: Remember the scheme's Rs.9,585 crore outlay and focus on replacing BS-IV or earlier vehicles in Delhi-NCR with cleaner alternatives.
Source: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs · PIB PRID 2268344