UPSC current affairs — 02 June 2026

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'Mornings and nights no longer exist' at 47C: A day in the hottest place in India

A look into life in India's hottest district reveals how extreme heat challenges livelihoods, health, and governance, underscoring the need for climate adaptation, public health planning, and resilient infrastructure.

EnvironmentGS-I: Indian Society – Social Stratification; Population and EnvironmentGS-II: Governance and Policy – Disaster Management, Climate ActionGS-III: Environment and Ecology – Climate Change, Heatwaves, AdaptationBBC News · India

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Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate

Eight people killed in a drone strike in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions after a statement of de-escalation by leaders. The episode underscores the fragility of Middle East security dynamics and the potential spillover effects on regional stability and India’s security outlook.

SecurityGS-I: Identity, political development and governance in contemporary IndiaGS-II: Effect of policies and governance on international relations; India's neighbourhood, security policiesGS-III: Internal security and cross-border dynamics; conflicts and their global implicationsThe Hindu · International

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Revision of the base year for the Wholesale Price Index, now the base year will be 2022-23

India’s wholesale price index base year is revised from 2011-12 to 2022-23, accompanied by new系列s for producer prices across services and sectors, enhancing coverage and methodology; the change is approved by the competent authority and will be released on 15 June 2026.

EconomyGS-I: Indian society and its structure — not directly present but context of pricing and cost of livingGS-II: Governance — Economic policy and planning, statistical systemsGS-III: Indian Economy and related sectors — inflation indices, WPI, CPI, PPI, price statistics, data governancePIB India

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National Conference on Strengthening Integrated Tribal Development Agencies and Integrated Tribal Development Projects in Delhi's Science Bhavan on June 3, 2026

National conference at Vigyan Bhavan on strengthening Integrated Tribal Development Agencies and Projects underscores India's intensified tribal welfare push, scale-up of welfare schemes, and a universal outreach to forested and border areas under the Prime Minister’s and Tribal Affairs Ministry’s flagship programmes.

PolityGS-I: Indian Constitution and Indian HeritageGS-II: Structure, organization and functioning of the Union and StatesGS-III: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsPIB India

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Construction of the third mountain tunnel for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train project completed successfully in Maharashtra, signaling rapid progress in the high-speed rail segment

Maharashtra marks the completion of MT-07, the third mountain tunnel on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor, signalling rapid progress in the high-speed rail project and showcasing advanced tunnel engineering and safety protocols.

Science & TechGS-I: Social Behaviors, Geographical features and their impact on human activitiesGS-II: Governance, Transparency & Accountability, Public InfrastructureGS-III: Science & Technology: developments in transport engineering, high-speed rail technologyPIB India

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Meeting of the Advisory Committee of the Ministry of Power is Completed

The meeting of the Electricity Ministry's Advisory Committee reviewed steps to ensure grid stability amid rising demand and high renewable integration, stressing secure renewable energy integration, transmission strengthening, energy storage, and compliance with technical standards to support India's clean energy transition.

EnvironmentGS-I: Society and governance related to energy access and infrastructureGS-II: Issues relating to welfare schemes, governance, public policyGS-III: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, energy securityPIB India

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Prime Minister expresses condolences for those who lost their lives in the Surat accident

Prime Minister expresses deep sorrow for Surat tragedy, announces PMNRF ex-gratia relief for victims: ₹2 lakh to each bereaved family and ₹50,000 to the injured; rescue operations ongoing.

PolityGS-I: Indian society — role of central and state agencies in governanceGS-II: Functions and powers of the Union government; welfare schemes; disaster managementGS-III: Disaster management; governance and public policy implementationPIB India

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Defence Research and Development Organisation and Indian Air Force Successfully Conducted Test Flight of Advanced Rudra M-II Air-to-Surface Missile

India test-fired the indigenous Rudram-2 air-to-surface missile (ASuM) from a flight platform, showcasing domestic design, development, and integration with DRDO labs, IAF, and production partners. The test underscores advancements in self-reliant defence capabilities and strategic deterrence.

Science & TechGS-I: Society and geography of India (not directly relevant)GS-II: Governance and Public Policy – Defence procurement, strategic programmesGS-III: Technology and Economic Development, Security—defencePIB India

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Adani group cos post record $16-billion capex, all-time high EBITDA of ₹94,834 cr in FY26

Adani group reports a record FY26 capex of ₹1.53 lakh crore and EBITDA of ₹94,834 crore, signaling a bold infrastructure expansion while keeping leverage below targets; majority of investments targeted energy, utilities, transport, and logistics, with several major projects operationalized in FY26 and expected earnings lift from FY27.

EconomyGS-III: Indian Economy and related issuesGS-II: Governance & Social Justice (private sector role in public infrastructure)GS-III: Infrastructure—energy and logistics; investment and growthThe Hindu · Business

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India’s climate science has lost ‘instrument-making culture,’ leading researchers warn

Indian climate science faces credibility challenges due to loss of instrument-making capacity and reliance on imported, often poorly calibrated equipment, while debates over unregulated renewable energy growth raise climate research gaps. The MSV-2035 report highlights these tensions amid a drive for Atmanirbhar science.

EnvironmentGS-I: History of climate awareness and science infrastructureGS-II: Governance, public policy, and procurement norms; science and technology policyGS-III: Environment and ecology, climate change adaptation and mitigation, data/information systemsThe Hindu · Sci-Tech +1 sources

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