1. Which microscopic organism, recently in the news for causing fatal infections, is colloquially known as the ‘brain-eating amoeba’?
2. In the context of India’s defense technology, what is the primary objective of the Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system?
3. India recently signed a “Big Deal” for the launch of digital services with which neighboring country?
4. The digital deal signed between India and Nepal primarily focuses on which sector?
5. In which district of Jammu and Kashmir did an Army JCO and three soldiers sustain injuries in an accidental mine blast along the LoC?
6. A major fire broke out at a restaurant near which prominent educational campus in Delhi recently?
7. To battle the power crisis and LNG shortage, the Indian government is planning to launch which new platform?
8. The ‘Miyawaki Forest’ project, recently discussed in news, is an afforestation method pioneered by a botanist from which country?
9. According to a recent economic report, what percentage of GDP is India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) expected to ease to?
10. By which fiscal year is India’s Balance of Payments (BoP) predicted to return to a surplus?
11. According to the June 17, 2026 sports bulletins, which Indian athlete has consistently performed in the international Diamond League circuit?
12. In the context of 2026 sports events, which tournament is a major focus for the Indian Cricket Team this month?
13. Who was recently recognized for their contribution to India’s “Conservation Success” in crocodile protection on World Crocodile Day?
14. Which organization is responsible for the new Wholesale Price Index (WPI) series mentioned in the UPSC Weekly Concepts?
15. When is “World Crocodile Day” celebrated annually, as highlighted in recent news for India’s conservation success?