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International

PM Modi's Indonesia Visit — Defence & Critical Minerals

PM Modi visited Indonesia (July 6-8), signing landmark defence and critical minerals deals to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

  • India to supply BrahMos and Astra missiles to Indonesia — a major defence export milestone.
  • Deals cover critical mineral supply chains including nickel and cobalt for India's EV and tech sectors.
  • India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership was established in 2018.
  • PM Modi was conferred Indonesia's highest civilian honour during the visit.

Exam Context: GS-2 (International Relations). Indo-Pacific strategy, India-Indonesia relations (CSP since 2018), defence exports (BrahMos — JV of India-Russia). SSC/RRB Fact: BrahMos range ~450 km, Astra is a BVR air-to-air missile by DRDO.

02
Sports

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi — India's Youngest International Debutant

At 15 years and 99 days, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became India's youngest-ever international debutant in the 2nd T20I vs England at Old Trafford.

  • Broke Sachin Tendulkar's 36-year-old record of debuting at 16 years, 205 days (vs Pakistan, 1989).
  • Also surpassed Shafali Verma's record of youngest Indian international debutant (15 years, 239 days).
  • Made his debut in the 2nd T20I against England at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Exam Context: Sports GK — very high probability for SSC/RRB/Railways GA sections. Previous record: Sachin Tendulkar (16y 205d, 1989 vs Pakistan at Karachi).

03
Economy

India's First Greenfield Refinery-Cum-Petrochemical Complex

PM Modi inaugurated India's first greenfield refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra, Barmer (Rajasthan) — an HPCL-Rajasthan Govt JV.

  • Located at Pachpadra, Barmer district, Rajasthan.
  • Joint Venture between HPCL (Maharatna PSU) and the Government of Rajasthan.
  • Projects worth ₹1.06 lakh crore also launched at Balotra covering railways, highways, and renewable energy.
  • Designed to meet Euro-VI emission norms for clean fuel manufacturing.

Exam Context: GS-3 (Energy Security). PSU status categories (Maharatna/Navratna/Miniratna), Rajasthan geography, energy infrastructure. SSC fact: HPCL is a Maharatna PSU.

04
Schemes

Modified UDAN Scheme & New Jodhpur Airport Terminal

PM Modi inaugurated a ₹480 crore terminal at Jodhpur Airport and launched the Modified UDAN scheme to boost regional air connectivity.

  • New Jodhpur Airport terminal has a capacity of 2 million passengers annually.
  • Modified UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme launched for enhanced regional air connectivity.
  • UDAN was originally launched in 2017 under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
  • ₹480 crore invested in the Jodhpur Airport terminal.

Exam Context: Government Schemes (GS-2). Full form of UDAN — Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (2017). Ministry of Civil Aviation. SSC/RRB: Full form and year of launch frequently asked.

05
Science

CG Semi OSAT Semiconductor Facility in Gujarat

A ₹7,500 crore semiconductor OSAT facility was inaugurated at Sanand, Ahmedabad under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).

  • CG Semi OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) facility at Sanand, Ahmedabad.
  • Worth ₹7,500 crore, set up under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).
  • Part of PM's 'Make in India' push for electronics and chip manufacturing.
  • India aims to become a global semiconductor hub by 2030.

Exam Context: GS-3 (Science & Technology). India Semiconductor Mission under MeitY, OSAT full form, 'Make in India' electronics push. SSC fact: Sanand (Gujarat) is a key industrial hub.

06
Security

DAC Clears ₹52,000 Crore Defence Modernisation Plan

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, granted AoN for ₹52,000 crore in Army, Navy, and Air Force acquisitions.

  • DAC is the highest decision-making body for defence procurements, chaired by the Defence Minister.
  • Granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for multi-service acquisitions.
  • ₹52,000 crore modernisation plan covers Army, Navy, and Air Force equipment.
  • Focuses on indigenisation and Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence.

Exam Context: GS-3 (Security). DAC's role in defence procurement, AoN process, difference between DAC and DPC (Defence Planning Committee). SSC/RRB: DAC chaired by Defence Minister.

07
Governance

India Chairs UNCTAD Consumer Protection Meeting

India chaired the 9th Session of UNCTAD's Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Consumer Protection in Geneva (July 6-8).

  • India presided over the UNCTAD consumer protection expert meeting in Geneva.
  • UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
  • India's Consumer Protection Act was enacted in 2019, replacing the 1986 Act.
  • CCPA (Central Consumer Protection Authority) is the regulatory body under the 2019 Act.

Exam Context: GS-2 (Governance). UNCTAD HQ (Geneva), Consumer Protection Act 2019, CCPA (Central Consumer Protection Authority). SSC/RRB: Full forms and HQ of UN bodies.

08
Science

UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva

India participated in the inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance (Geneva, July 6-7), pushing for Global South-centric AI regulation.

  • India advocated for inclusive AI governance representing the Global South.
  • Builds on India's AI Impact Summit 2026 (February 2026).
  • Timeline of AI summits: Bletchley Park (2023), Seoul (2024), Paris (2025), India (2026).
  • India's AIRAWAT supercomputer initiative supports AI research.

Exam Context: GS-3 (Science & Technology). AI governance summits timeline — Bletchley Park UK (2023), Seoul South Korea (2024), Paris France (2025), India (2026). High-probability MCQ.

09
Culture

Teejan Bai (Padma Vibhushan) Passes Away at 70

Legendary Pandavani folk singer Teejan Bai from Chhattisgarh passed away at age 70 — one of India's rare 'triple Padma' recipients.

  • Teejan Bai was a master of Pandavani — a folk narrative singing tradition from Chhattisgarh.
  • Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2003), Padma Vibhushan (2019) — rare 'triple Padma' folk artist.
  • Pandavani narrates stories from the Mahabharata in a dramatic, musical style.
  • She was one of the most celebrated folk performers in Indian cultural history.

Exam Context: Obituary + Padma Awards — very high probability SSC/RRB question. Pandavani = Chhattisgarh folk art. Triple Padma: Shri (1988), Bhushan (2003), Vibhushan (2019).

10
Science

ISRO's SOLVE Test & Weak Monsoon Concerns

ISRO tested SOLVE (Service Module – Overall Validation Experiment) for Gaganyaan, while IMD flagged below-normal July rainfall and reservoir concerns.

  • ISRO's SOLVE test simulates deceleration for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission using a modified PSLV strap-on motor.
  • Gaganyaan mission: Chairman S. Somanath; mission commander Gp. Capt. Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair.
  • IMD forecasts below-normal July rainfall after a 40% June deficit, raising El Niño-linked drought concerns.
  • Reservoir storage at 166 CWC-monitored sites is below normal; major El Niño years: 1972, 1982, 2009, 2015.

Exam Context: GS-3 (Science & Technology + Environment). Gaganyaan details, ISRO chairman, El Niño years (1972, 1982, 2009, 2015). CWC = Central Water Commission. SSC/RRB: Gaganyaan mission commander name.

Prelims Quick-Revision Facts

Defence Export
Defence

India to supply BrahMos and Astra missiles to Indonesia during PM Modi's visit (July 6-8).

Sports Record
Sports

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (15y 99d) became India's youngest international debutant, breaking Sachin's 36-year record.

Semiconductor
Science

CG Semi OSAT facility worth ₹7,500 crore inaugurated at Sanand, Gujarat under India Semiconductor Mission.

Obituary
Culture

Teejan Bai (70), legendary Pandavani folk singer from Chhattisgarh and triple Padma awardee, passed away.

ISRO
Science

ISRO conducted SOLVE test for Gaganyaan using modified PSLV strap-on motor for deceleration simulation.

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