Daily filter — 18 June 2026
9 exam-worthy stories from the day's PIB releases · interactive view
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · UPSC track
NEET UG Re-Examination Preparations Reviewed for June 21, 2026
A high-level meeting assessed preparedness for the NEET UG re-examination, emphasizing integrity and transparency for its conduct.
- Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired the review meeting on June 18, 2026.
- The NEET UG re-examination is scheduled for June 21, 2026.
- Officials from Ministry of Education, State Governments, and NTA attended.
- NTA is coordinating with district committees, police, and intelligence agencies.
💡 Remember: The NEET UG re-exam on June 21, 2026, had its preparedness reviewed by Dharmendra Pradhan.
Source: Ministry of Education · PIB PRID 2274524
🤝 International Relations · UPSC track
PM Modi Addresses G7 Summit on AI Rollout
PM Modi shared India's human-centric vision for AI, emphasizing safety and inclusivity at the G7 Summit in Evian, France.
- PM Modi addressed the G7 Summit session on “Ensuring a Safe, Rapid and Efficient Rollout of Artificial Intelligence”.
- India's MANAV vision for AI promotes inclusivity, security, and public good.
- PM suggested AI systems should be safe-by-design with common standards and regulatory guidelines.
- He called for global cooperation against deepfakes and misinformation.
- Benefits of AI must reach Global South for an inclusive world.
💡 India's human-centric MANAV AI vision, presented at the G7 Summit, prioritizes safety, global cooperation, and inclusivity, especially for the Global South.
Source: Prime Minister's Office · PIB PRID 2274371
📈 Economy · UPSC track
PM Addresses G7 Summit, Proposes IMPACT Initiative
Prime Minister Modi addressed the G7 Summit's Outreach Session in France, advocating for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
- PM Modi addressed the G7 Summit on 18 JUN 2026 in Evian, France.
- He spoke on “Reviving a Balanced, Shared and Sustainable Economic Growth for All.”
- PM highlighted India’s inclusive growth based on “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas.”
- He called for international solidarity to aid the Global South.
- Proposed IMPACT for connectivity, combining G7’s capital and India’s talent.
- Suggested connectivity projects for Africa, Latin America, and Pacific Island countries.
💡 Remember IMPACT (International Mobilization Partnership for Accelerating Connectivity and Trade) for G7 and India's inclusive growth.
Source: Prime Minister's Office · PIB PRID 2274370
💰 Economy · UPSC track
Centre Approves Large-Scale Pulses and Oilseeds MSP Procurement
The Centre has approved significant **Minimum Support Price (MSP)** procurement of pulses and oilseeds across four states under the **Price Support Scheme (PSS)**.
- Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved large-scale procurement.
- Procurement will happen in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana.
- Uttar Pradesh gets over ₹1,490 crore for moong, urad, and groundnut.
- Gujarat will procure 18,250 MT of moong, worth over ₹160 crore.
- Tamil Nadu's moong limit increased to 990 MT for Rabi Marketing Season 2025-26.
- Haryana to procure 2,115 MT of moong for Summer 2026.
💡 For the exam: Remember PSS (Price Support Scheme) supports MSP for pulses/oilseeds in four states: UP, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Haryana.
Source: Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare · PIB PRID 2274919
🏦 Economy · UPSC track
Cooperative Sector Bolstered Through Digital, Organic, Export Initiatives
Union Minister Shri Amit Shah reviewed a national roadmap to strengthen cooperative banking, organic products, and cooperative exports.
- Rural cooperative banks must integrate with Sahkar Sarathi.
- Urban cooperative banks should connect with NUCFDC.
- MuleHunter.AI integration with I4C will boost fraud risk management.
- Sahkar Sarathi has launched AePS, with e-KYC targeting 100 banks by August 2026.
- NCOL will procure more from organic farmers and strengthen market linkages.
- NCEL aims to expand cooperative product reach in global markets.
- Co-op Mark will boost brand recognition and market access for cooperative products.
💡 For the exam: Remember the three pillars – banking (Sahkar Sarathi, NUCFDC, MuleHunter.AI), organic (NCOL), and exports (NCEL, Co-op Mark) – for cooperative sector growth.
Source: Ministry of Cooperation · PIB PRID 2274712
🚢 Defence & Security · UPSC track
Indigenous Air Cushion Vehicle inducted into Indian Coast Guard
The first of six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) was inducted, boosting the Indian Coast Guard's operational effectiveness.
- The first of six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs) was inducted.
- Constructed by Chowgule & Company Private Limited for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
- Inducted into service in Goa on June 18, 2026.
- Contract signed on October 24, 2026 with Chowgule & Company Private Limited.
💡 Remember: The first of six indigenous ACVs, built by Chowgule for ICG, was inducted in Goa on June 18, 2026.
Source: Ministry of Defence · PIB PRID 2274642
🤝 International Relations · UPSC track
India Hosts First BRICS MSME Forum in Agra
India will host the First **BRICS MSME Forum** and Third **SME Working Group Meeting** in Agra on **June 19, 2026**.
- The forum aims to strengthen global MSME ecosystems and enhance international cooperation.
- The theme for the event is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
- India's MSME sector comprises over 8.6 crore enterprises.
- It contributes over 31.1 per cent to national GDP and 48.58 per cent of India's exports.
💡 Remember Agra, June 19, 2026, for the First BRICS MSME Forum hosted by India.
Source: Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises · PIB PRID 2274457
⚡ Environment · UPSC track
India's Renewable Energy Leadership Discussed at GSDP Panel
A panel discussion under the 10th Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) Series highlighted India's renewable energy achievements and future strategies.
- Ministry of New & Renewable Energy co-organised a panel discussion under the 10th edition of GSDP.
- India's renewable energy progress attributed to policies like RPO, PLI Scheme, and ALMM.
- Flagship programmes like PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM are key drivers.
- National Green Hydrogen Mission is crucial for reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels.
- Germany's Ambassador highlighted India-Germany partnership for energy security.
💡 For the exam: Remember 10th GSDP discussion on India's renewable energy leadership, driven by PLI, PM Surya Ghar, and Green Hydrogen Mission.
Source: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy · PIB PRID 2274886
💧 Environment · UPSC track
REWARD Program Consults on National Watershed Management Guidelines
The **Ministry of Rural Development** held the **Second National Level Consultation Meeting** on draft guidelines for improved watershed management.
- The meeting was for the National Technical Guidelines (NTG) under the World Bank-assisted REWARD Programme.
- It was organized by the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) from 17–18 June 2026.
- A short film, “Meri Mitti, Mera Farz”, was launched on World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.
- The guidelines aim to enhance climate resilience and improve watershed governance in rainfed areas.
💡 For the exam: REWARD is a World Bank-assisted program led by MoRD and NRAA for NTG on watershed management.
Source: Ministry of Rural Development · PIB PRID 2274394