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Current Affairs · 13 June 2026 · English

India News: Top 5 Updates

Key updates on India's startup ecosystem, global yoga program, and more

India's Startup Ecosystem Creates Jobs

India's startup ecosystem has created around 25 lakh jobs, with the number of startups increasing from 350 to 2.3 lakh

Padho's take — Relevance to economic development and employment
GS-3 Economy

Global Yoga Program on June 14

A global online yoga program will be held on June 14, aiming to set a world record for the most viewers of a yoga stream

Padho's take — Relevance to India's soft power and cultural diplomacy
GS-1 Culture

CAQM Reviews Air Pollution Measures

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has reviewed measures to reduce air pollution in Delhi-NCR

Padho's take — Relevance to environmental conservation and public health
GS-3 Environment

India to Host BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meet

India has hosted the 16th meeting of BRICS agriculture ministers in Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Padho's take — Relevance to international relations and agriculture
GS-2 International Relations

DRI Busts Gold Smuggling Racket

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a gold smuggling racket in eastern and northeastern India, seizing 17 kg of foreign gold worth Rs 25 crore

Padho's take — Relevance to economic crime and law enforcement
GS-3 Economy

5 quick MCQs to test yourself

Q1

What is the estimated number of jobs created by India's startup ecosystem?

  1. 10 lakh
  2. 25 lakh
  3. 50 lakh
  4. 1 crore

Explanation: As per the given headlines

Q2

When will the global online yoga program be held?

  1. June 13
  2. June 14
  3. June 15
  4. June 16

Explanation: As per the given headlines

Q3

What is the name of the commission that reviewed air pollution measures in Delhi-NCR?

  1. CAQM
  2. CPCB
  3. NGT
  4. MoEF

Explanation: Commission for Air Quality Management

Q4

Where was the 16th meeting of BRICS agriculture ministers held?

  1. New Delhi
  2. Mumbai
  3. Indore
  4. Chennai

Explanation: As per the given headlines

Q5

How much foreign gold was seized by the DRI in the gold smuggling racket?

  1. 10 kg
  2. 17 kg
  3. 25 kg
  4. 50 kg

Explanation: As per the given headlines

Padho's take

India's startup ecosystem, global yoga program, and efforts to reduce air pollution are key developments that highlight the country's growth and commitment to wellness and sustainability.

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