Current Affairs for Exams

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08 Jun 2026

8 articles
Social Issues

Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY: How the Health Assurance Scheme Works

West Bengal joined Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY on June 8, 2026, becoming the 36th State or UT and completing the scheme's nationwide rollout. The programme offers …

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Economy

Bombay High Court Quashes Retrospective Spectrum Usage Charges on Telecom Operators

The Bombay High Court on June 8, 2026 quashed retrospective one-time spectrum charges (OTSC) levied by the Department of Telecommunications, providing relief exceeding Rs 24,000 …

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Economy

Recycling Gold: India’s Opportunity to Cut Import Dependence

With gold prices surging and the current account under pressure, an editorial argues India should recycle its vast domestic gold stock instead of relying on …

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International Relations

US Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee as Unlawful

A US federal court struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee on 8 June 2026, calling it an unlawful tax. The decision is …

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International Relations

Iran and Israel Trade Fresh Strikes; India Urges De-escalation in West Asia

Iran and Israel traded fresh direct strikes over 7–8 June 2026 before Iran announced a halt. India expressed deep concern and urged immediate de-escalation and …

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Economy

Why RBI Is Reviving the FCNR(B) Swap Scheme to Attract Foreign Inflows

The RBI is weighing a revival of the FCNR(B) deposit swap scheme to attract foreign currency and support the rupee. The same tool brought in …

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Economy

Centre Meets 4.4% Fiscal Deficit Target for FY26 Despite Subsidy Surge

The Centre met its 4.4%-of-GDP fiscal deficit target for FY26 even as the fertiliser subsidy bill surged to about Rs 2.1 lakh crore. The target …

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Economy

India Records 0.7% Current Account Surplus in Q4 FY26

India reported a current account surplus of 0.7% of GDP in Q4 FY26, reversing the previous quarter’s deficit, on the back of strong services exports …

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