Daily Current Affairs

The Puducherry Legislative Assembly became paperless with the launch of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) by Union Minister L. Murugan.

The digital platform enables:

• Real-time access to legislative documents
• Improved efficiency
• Reduced paper usage

NeVA is part of the ‘One Nation – One Application’ initiative of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju launched the UMEED Central Portal to modernize Waqf property administration across India.

The portal enables:

• Geo-tagging
• GIS mapping
• Digital inventories
• Online grievance redressal

The initiative ensures transparency and efficient utilization of Waqf assets for social welfare.

Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag, aiming to strengthen the use of Indian languages in administration.

The initiative seeks to:

• Reduce dependence on foreign languages
• Promote linguistic diversity through technology-driven solutions

Tamil Nadu emerged as the top performer in the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT), achieving 100% certification of adult learners.

Tripura and Delhi followed with certification rates above 98%, highlighting progress under the ULLAS adult education programme.

The Reserve Bank of India rejected the application of Annapurna Finance for a universal bank licence.

Despite being a leading NBFC-MFI, the regulator cited prudential considerations.

Meanwhile, other institutions like AU Small Finance Bank continue to pursue conversion into universal banks.

Digital payments major PhonePe appointed former Standard Chartered Bank CEO Zarin Daruwala to its board ahead of its proposed IPO.

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni was appointed brand ambassador for Dettol’s ‘Icy Cool’ range, aimed at offering cooling hygiene solutions for summer conditions.

World No.1 Magnus Carlsen clinched his seventh Norway Chess title in Stavanger.

In the women’s category:

• Winner: Anna Muzychuk (Ukraine)
• 3rd Place: Koneru Humpy (India)

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram won the 6th Stepan Avagyan Memorial Chess Tournament in Armenia, finishing unbeaten and topping the standings on tie-breaks.

The India–England Test series was officially renamed the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy, honouring legends James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar.

World Oceans Day is observed on 8 June to raise awareness about the vital role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth and the need for their protection.