Welcome to the June 2026 edition of Current Affairs in Images, a specially curated collection of important national and international events presented in a simple visual format for competitive exam aspirants. This edition covers major developments in governance, economy, science and technology, environment, defence, sports, and international relations that are relevant for Kerala PSC, UPSC, SSC, Bank, Railway, and other government examinations.
RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan Janakiraman Gets Extension Until 2028
The central government has officially extended the tenure of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Swaminathan Janakiraman for an additional two years, stretching his term until June 2028.
Renju Ravindran has taken charge as the Principal of the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College
Dr. Renju Ravindran has officially taken charge as the new Principal of the Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Head of the Department of Forensic Medicine at the same institution.
Delhi gets 18 New Namo Oxygen Parks Under 'EK Ped Maa Ke Naam' Campaign
On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta jointly inaugurated 18 new Namo Oxygen Parks across the national capital. The flagship launch event took place at the Namo Oxygen Park in Maidangarhi, South Delhi.
PM Modi Inaugurates New Airpot Terminal in Daman, Boosting regional connetivity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially inaugurated the new state-of-the-art terminal building of NAMO Airport in Daman, significantly expanding commercial aviation infrastructure for the Union Territory. Built at an estimated cost of ₹97 crore, the project is designed to transition the region from its historical dependence on road networks to modern commercial air services.
Praggnanandhaa becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess 2026 Title
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has scripted history by becoming the first Indian ever to win the prestigious Norway Chess 2026 title in Oslo. He secured the championship following a dramatic, must-win final round victory over Germany's Vincent Keymer, finishing at the top of the leaderboard with 18 points.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed as Next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force
The central government has officially appointed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit as the next Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force. He will formally assume charge of the critical operational hierarchy on July 1, 2026, succeeding Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor.
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarthy took charge as the Commander-in-Chief of Andaman and Nicobar Command
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty, AVSM (often spelled McCarty or McCarthy in media) officially assumed charge as the 20th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN) on June 1, 2026. He took over the helm of India's only integrated tri-service operational command at Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), succeeding Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar.
Tahseen Muhammad Jamsheed is the Malayali who made it to the Qatar team for the 2026 Football World Cup
19-year-old Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid has made history by becoming the first footballer of direct Indian and Malayali origin to be selected for a FIFA World Cup squad. The talented winger has been named in the official 26-member squad of Qatar for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
Shanimol Usman is elected as the Deputy Speaker of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly
Shanimol Usman, representing the ruling United Democratic Front (UDF), won the election comfortably with 99 votes. She defeated the Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidate and CPI MLA from Pattambi, Muhammad Muhsin, [who secured 34 votes]
Zhang Yiming became the second richest person in Asia in June 2026
The person who became the second richest person in Asia in June 2026 is Zhang Yiming, the founder of ByteDance (TikTok). On June 3, 2026, Zhang Yiming officially surpassed Indian tycoon Mukesh Ambani to capture the title of Asia's second richest person and China's wealthiest individual. Gautam Adani is at Ist Position.
Meenakshi Jayan won the Best Actress award at the New York Indian Film Festival
Malayalam actress Meenakshi Jayan officially won the Best Actress award at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) 2026 for her stellar performance in the critically acclaimed movie Victoria.
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