Current Affairs · 18 June 2026 · English

PM Modi Attends G7 Summit, Discusses AI and Economic Growth

PM Modi attended the G7 summit in France, discussing AI, economic growth, and India-UK trade relations, while India faces challenges like monsoon shortages and demographic changes.

PM Modi Discusses AI at G7 Summit

PM Modi addressed a session on 'Ensuring a Safe, Rapid and Efficient Rollout of AI' at the G7 summit in France.

Padho's take — Relevance to India's digital economy and technological advancements.

GS-3 Science and Technology PIB India

India-UK Trade Relations Boosted

India and the UK have signed a comprehensive economic and trade agreement, set to be implemented from July 15, 2026.

Padho's take — Importance of international trade agreements for India's economy.

GS-2 International Relations PIB India

Monsoon Shortages Hit India

India's monsoon season has started with a 40% shortage, attributed to El Niño weather patterns.

Padho's take — Impact of climate change on India's agriculture and economy.

GS-1 Geography Indian Express

Demographic Changes in India

India is experiencing significant demographic changes, with a High-Level Committee formed to address the issue.

Padho's take — Importance of demographic changes for India's population and economy.

GS-2 Polity The Hindu — Edit

Innovative Ecosystem in India

India needs to innovate and create an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship and technological advancements.

Padho's take — Relevance to India's economic growth and development.

GS-3 Economy The Hindu — Edit

5 quick MCQs to test yourself

What was the topic of the session addressed by PM Modi at the G7 summit?

Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Economic Growth
International Relations

Explanation: PM Modi addressed a session on 'Ensuring a Safe, Rapid and Efficient Rollout of AI'.

When will the India-UK comprehensive economic and trade agreement be implemented?

January 1, 2026
July 15, 2026
December 31, 2026
January 1, 2027

Explanation: The agreement is set to be implemented from July 15, 2026.

What is the current status of India's monsoon season?

40% surplus
40% shortage
No change
10% surplus

Explanation: India's monsoon season has started with a 40% shortage.

What is the purpose of the High-Level Committee on Demographic Change in India?

To address population growth
To promote economic development
To improve healthcare
To enhance education

Explanation: The committee is formed to address the issue of demographic changes in India.

Why is it important for India to innovate and create an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship?

To reduce poverty
To increase economic growth
To improve healthcare
To enhance education

Explanation: Innovation and entrepreneurship are crucial for India's economic growth and development.

Padho's take

India's participation in the G7 summit and its focus on AI, economic growth, and trade relations highlight the country's growing importance on the global stage, while also emphasizing the need to address domestic challenges like monsoon shortages and demographic changes.

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