UPSC Prelims One-Liners

• India's first private hybrid 2G ethanol plant – Uttar Pradesh.

• Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana promotes 2G ethanol from crop residue.

• NIXI launched four new digital platforms including AI-enabled WHOIS screening.

• Largest organic spice processing unit established in Meghalaya.

• Exercise Khaan Quest hosted by Mongolia.

• RBI KCC Directions 2026 effective from 1 January 2027.

• Collateral-free agriculture loans increased to ₹2 lakh.

• India's first lifecycle mutual funds launched by Zerodha Fund House.

• INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray commissioned with over 75% indigenous content.

• Garudastra is an indigenous 120 mm vehicle-mounted mortar system.

• India won the FIH Women's Nations Cup 2025–26, earning promotion to the Pro League.

• World Refugee Day: 20 June | Theme: "Until Everyone Is Safe".

• International Day of Yoga: 21 June | Theme: "Yoga for Healthy Ageing".