Daily Current Affairs 2 June 2026

Q1 According to the India Meteorological Department, when is the southwest monsoon likely to set in over Kerala in 2026?

• AMay 26
• BJune 1
• CJune 4Correct
• DJune 10

Explanation The IMD's latest forecast states that the southwest monsoon is likely to set in over Kerala around June 4, 2026.

Q2 What was the earlier predicted date for the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala in 2026 before the delay?

• AMay 20
• BMay 26Correct
• CJune 4
• DJune 8

Explanation The IMD had earlier predicted the onset of the monsoon over Kerala on May 26, 2026.

Q3 Which organization is responsible for forecasting the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala?

• ACentral Water Commission
• BIndia Meteorological DepartmentCorrect
• CNational Disaster Management Authority
• DIndian Space Research Organisation

Explanation The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the agency that forecasts the onset of the southwest monsoon.

Q1 Which countries are hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026?

• AUSA, Mexico, and CanadaCorrect
• BUSA, Brazil, and Argentina
• CMexico, Canada, and Brazil
• DCanada, USA, and England

Explanation The FIFA World Cup 2026 is hosted jointly by the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

Q2 Which teams are in Group B for the FIFA World Cup 2026?

• ACanada, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, SwitzerlandCorrect
• BMexico, Czech Republic, Korea Republic, South Africa
• CSpain, Saudi Arabia, Cabo Verde, Uruguay
• DUSA, Brazil, Argentina, Chile

Explanation Group B consists of Canada, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Switzerland.

Q3 What has been announced alongside the full squad lists for FIFA World Cup 2026?

• AFull friendly match schedule before group stageCorrect
• BTicket prices for all matches
• CNew stadium constructions
• DOfficial mascot design

Explanation The full schedule of friendly matches for top teams before the group stage matches has been announced.

Q1 Which Indian chess player dropped to the last spot in the Norway Chess tournament despite registering a win?

• APraggnanandhaa
• BGukeshCorrect
• CDivya Deshmukh
• DMagnus Carlsen

Explanation Gukesh registered a win but dropped to the last spot in the Norway Chess standings.

Q2 Who is chasing the title in the Norway Chess tournament according to the reports?

• APraggnanandhaa
• BGukesh
• CDivya DeshmukhCorrect
• DVincent Keymer

Explanation Divya Deshmukh is mentioned as chasing the title in the Norway Chess tournament.

Q3 What was the result of the classical game between Magnus Carlsen and Vincent Keymer in the Norway Chess tournament?

• ACarlsen won
• BKeymer won
• CDrawCorrect
• DGame postponed

Explanation Magnus Carlsen and Vincent Keymer played out a hard-fought classical draw.

Q1 At what age is Serena Williams returning to professional tennis?

• A40
• B42
• C44Correct
• D46

Explanation Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at the age of 44.

Q2 Which tournament will Serena Williams participate in upon her return?

• AWimbledon
• BUS Open
• CQueen's Club London tournamentCorrect
• DFrench Open

Explanation Serena Williams has been granted a wild card to play at the London tournament held at Queen's Club.

Q3 When did Serena Williams last play competitive tennis before her 2026 comeback?

• A2020 Australian Open
• B2021 Wimbledon
• C2022 US OpenCorrect
• D2023 French Open

Explanation Serena Williams last played competitively at the 2022 US Open before her return in 2026.

Q1 Which company secured the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India?

• AStar Sports
• BSony Pictures
• CZee EntertainmentCorrect
• DDoordarshan

Explanation Zee Entertainment secured the broadcasting and live streaming rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India.

Q2 When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament begin?

• AJune 1, 2026
• BJune 11, 2026Correct
• CJuly 1, 2026
• DMay 25, 2026

Explanation The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026.

Q3 In which countries will the FIFA World Cup 2026 be held?

• AIndia, USA, Canada
• BUSA, Canada, MexicoCorrect
• CMexico, Brazil, Argentina
• DUSA, Mexico, Brazil

Explanation The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Q1 What caused the Gujarat Titans team bus to break down after the IPL final?

• AEngine failure
• BShort circuit triggering smokeCorrect
• CFlat tire
• DFuel shortage

Explanation The bus breakdown was caused by a short circuit that triggered smoke inside the bus.

Q2 What happened to the Gujarat Titans players and staff after the bus breakdown?

• AThey continued the journey in the same bus
• BThey were evacuated safely and waited for another busCorrect
• CThey walked to the hotel
• DThey were injured and hospitalized

Explanation Players and staff were safely evacuated and waited on the road before another bus was arranged.

Q3 When did the Gujarat Titans bus incident occur?

• ABefore the IPL final
• BDuring the IPL final match
• CAfter the IPL finalCorrect
• DDuring team practice

Explanation The incident happened after the IPL final.

Q1 What significant achievement did Satwik and Chirag accomplish at the Singapore Open?

• AFirst Indians to win the men's doubles title at the Singapore OpenCorrect
• BFirst Indian pair to win a singles title at the Singapore Open
• CFirst Indian duo to reach the finals of the Singapore Open
• DFirst Indian team to participate in the Singapore Open

Explanation Satwik and Chirag became the first Indians to win the men's doubles title at the Singapore Open.

Q2 What was the world ranking of Satwik and Chirag when they won the Singapore Open doubles title?

• AWorld No. 1
• BWorld No. 2
• CWorld No. 4Correct
• DWorld No. 10

Explanation The Indian duo was ranked world No. 4 at the time of their Singapore Open victory.

Q3 The victory of Satwik and Chirag at the Singapore Open is described as a tribute to what quality?

• ATheir speed
• BTheir resilienceCorrect
• CTheir coaching
• DTheir experience

Explanation Their Singapore Open crown is described as a tribute to their resilience.

Q1 Who did Aryna Sabalenka defeat to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 French Open?

• ANaomi OsakaCorrect
• BCoco Gauff
• CDiana Shnaider
• DSerena Williams

Explanation Sabalenka defeated Naomi Osaka to reach the quarter-finals as stated in the source.

Q2 Who is Aryna Sabalenka scheduled to face in the quarter-finals of the 2026 French Open?

• ANaomi Osaka
• BCoco Gauff
• CDiana ShnaiderCorrect
• DIga Swiatek

Explanation Sabalenka is set to meet Russian Diana Shnaider in the last-eight match.

Q3 What significant milestone is Aryna Sabalenka aiming for at the 2026 French Open?

• AWinning her maiden Roland Garros titleCorrect
• BReaching her first Grand Slam final
• CDefending her French Open title
• DBecoming world number one

Explanation Sabalenka is aiming to win her maiden Roland Garros crown after losing last year's final.

Q1 How much money is Alphabet planning to raise through stock sales for its AI initiatives?

• A$10 billion
• B$80 billionCorrect
• C$85 billion
• D$100 billion

Explanation Alphabet plans to raise $80 billion through stock sales to support its AI goals.

Q2 Which company is investing $10 billion to support Alphabet's AI infrastructure expansion?

• AGoogle
• BMicrosoft
• CBerkshire HathawayCorrect
• DAmazon

Explanation Berkshire Hathaway is investing $10 billion to help expand Alphabet's AI infrastructure.

Q3 What is the total debt balance of Alphabet after raising more than $85 billion in the last year?

• A$80 billion
• B$85 billion
• C$90 billion
• DOver $100 billionCorrect

Explanation Alphabet's total debt balance has increased to over $100 billion after raising more than $85 billion in debt.

Q1 What recent financial milestone did Anthropic achieve before filing for its IPO?

• ARaised $65 billion in a funding roundCorrect
• BReached $1 trillion valuation
• CLaunched a new AI product
• DAcquired OpenAI

Explanation Anthropic raised $65 billion in a funding round that valued the company at $965 billion before filing for the IPO.

Q2 What is the valuation of Anthropic following its recent funding round?

• A$500 billion
• B$965 billionCorrect
• C$1.2 trillion
• D$65 billion

Explanation The recent funding round valued Anthropic at $965 billion.

Q3 What is the primary reason Anthropic filed for an IPO according to the sources?

• ATo capitalize on the AI boomCorrect
• BTo merge with OpenAI
• CTo launch a new AI product
• DTo relocate its headquarters

Explanation Anthropic filed for an IPO to capitalize on the growing AI market and investor interest.

Q1 What percentage of exports between India and Oman are covered under duty-free access in the new free trade pact?

• A50%
• B75%
• C90%
• D99%Correct

Explanation The India-Oman free trade pact provides duty-free access for 99% of exports between the two countries.

Q2 Who flagged off the first consignments availing preferential tariff benefits under the India-Oman free trade pact?

• ANarendra Modi and Sultan Haitham
• BPiyush Goyal and Issa Saleh Al ShibaniCorrect
• CNirmala Sitharaman and Oman's Trade Minister
• DPiyush Goyal and Sultan Haitham

Explanation India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Oman's Ambassador to India Issa Saleh Al Shibani flagged off the first consignments under the pact.

Q3 What was the bilateral trade value between India and Oman in FY 2025-26?

• A$9.5 billion
• B$10.61 billion
• C$11.18 billionCorrect
• D$12 billion

Explanation Bilateral trade between India and Oman reached $11.18 billion in FY 2025-26.

Q1 What was the value of UPI transactions in May 2026 as reported by NPCI?

• A₹29.9 lakh croreCorrect
• B₹25.14 lakh crore
• C₹31.4 lakh crore
• D₹24,162 crore

Explanation NPCI reported that UPI transactions reached a record ₹29.9 lakh crore in May 2026.

Q2 How many UPI transactions were recorded in the fiscal year 2026?

• A29.9 lakh crore
• B24,162 croreCorrect
• C25.14 lakh crore
• D314 crore

Explanation In FY26, UPI recorded 24,162 crore transactions as per the report.

Q3 What focus areas did the government emphasize to strengthen the digital payments ecosystem?

• AInnovation, security, and inclusionCorrect
• BTax reforms and subsidies
• CInfrastructure development
• DForeign investment and exports

Explanation The government reiterated its commitment to innovation, security, and inclusion in digital payments.

Q1 What percentage of NHPC stake is the government planning to sell starting Tuesday?

• A3%
• B6%Correct
• C9%
• D12%

Explanation The government plans to sell up to 6% stake in NHPC, including a 3% base and an additional 3% Green Shoe Option.

Q2 At what price per share is the government offering NHPC shares in the OFS?

• A₹50
• B₹71Correct
• C₹100
• D₹120

Explanation The shares are priced at ₹71 per share for the Offer for Sale.

Q3 Approximately how much revenue is expected to be generated from the NHPC stake sale?

• A₹2,000 crore
• B₹3,000 crore
• C₹4,200 croreCorrect
• D₹5,000 crore

Explanation The stake sale is expected to generate approximately ₹4,200 crore for the exchequer.

Q1 What action has NSUI taken regarding CBSE's On-Screen Marking system?

• APetitioned Delhi High Court for an independent inquiryCorrect
• BRequested CBSE to increase exam duration
• CDemanded cancellation of class 12 exams
• DAsked for online re-evaluation of answer scripts

Explanation NSUI has petitioned the Delhi High Court seeking an independent inquiry into the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system.

Q2 What is the main concern raised by NSUI about the CBSE On-Screen Marking system?

• ASystemic flaws affecting students' futuresCorrect
• BExcessive exam fees
• CLack of exam centers in rural areas
• DDelayed declaration of results

Explanation NSUI claims that systemic flaws in the On-Screen Marking system are affecting students' futures.

Q3 What remedy has NSUI sought in addition to the independent inquiry?

• AManual rechecking of answer scriptsCorrect
• BIntroduction of new syllabus
• CExtension of exam dates
• DOnline counseling for students

Explanation NSUI has sought manual rechecking of answer scripts due to concerns over the On-Screen Marking system.

Q1 Who led the dharna in Kolkata protesting post-poll violence in West Bengal on June 2, 2026?

• AFirhad Hakim
• BMamata BanerjeeCorrect
• CDerek O'Brien
• DMadan Mitra

Explanation Mamata Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress chief, sat on a dharna in Kolkata to protest post-poll violence.

Q2 What was the reason for the protest and railway track blockade at Gobardanga Railway Station?

• ADemand for better railway services
• BProtest against post-poll violence
• COpposition to eviction drive targeting encroachersCorrect
• DSupport for new TMC candidates

Explanation Dozens of traders and hawkers protested by blocking railway tracks at Gobardanga Railway Station against an eviction drive to remove encroachers.

Q3 Which group accompanied Mamata Banerjee during the dharna in Kolkata?

• ANewly elected TMC members
• BSenior TMC leaders like Firhad Hakim and Madan MitraCorrect
• CLocal traders and hawkers
• DPolice officials

Explanation Mamata Banerjee was accompanied by senior TMC leaders including Firhad Hakim, Madan Mitra, Derek O'Brien, Kalyan Banerjee, and Dola Sen.

Q1 Where was the third mountain tunnel breakthrough for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project achieved?

• AAhmedabad district
• BPalghar districtCorrect
• CMumbai district
• DSurat district

Explanation The third mountain tunnel breakthrough was achieved in Palghar district as per the sources.

Q2 What is the length of the newly-excavated tunnel in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project?

• A417 metresCorrect
• B500 metres
• C300 metres
• D600 metres

Explanation The newly-excavated tunnel spans 417 metres in length according to the report.

Q3 How many tunnel breakthroughs have been achieved in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project in the last five months?

• AOne
• BTwo
• CThreeCorrect
• DFour

Explanation Three tunnel breakthroughs have been achieved in the last five months as stated in the sources.

Q1 Who was allowed to be arrested by the Mumbai court in the bank fraud case?

• AAmitabh JhunjhunwalaCorrect
• BAnil Ambani
• CA senior CBI officer
• DA Reliance Industries executive

Explanation The Mumbai court allowed the CBI to arrest Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, a former senior executive at Reliance ADAG.

Q2 Which agency sought permission from the Mumbai court to arrest Amitabh Jhunjhunwala?

• AEnforcement Directorate
• BCentral Bureau of InvestigationCorrect
• CIncome Tax Department
• DReserve Bank of India

Explanation The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) applied to the Mumbai court for permission to arrest Amitabh Jhunjhunwala.

Q3 What was the nature of the case in which Amitabh Jhunjhunwala was arrested?

• ABank fraud caseCorrect
• BTax evasion case
• CInsider trading case
• DMoney laundering case

Explanation Amitabh Jhunjhunwala was arrested in connection with a bank fraud case.

Q1 What reason did Mamata Banerjee give for holding the TMC protest in Kolkata on June 2?

• ATo support the Railways' hawker eviction drive
• BTo protest alleged attacks on TMC leaders and workers and the hawker eviction driveCorrect
• CTo celebrate a political victory
• DTo demand police permission for future protests

Explanation Mamata Banerjee stated the protest was against alleged attacks on TMC leaders and workers and the Railways' hawker eviction drive.

Q2 What was Mamata Banerjee's response to the police denying permission for the protest?

• AShe agreed to cancel the protest
• BShe said the protest would be held regardless and said, 'Arrest me if you want'Correct
• CShe postponed the protest to a later date
• DShe requested a meeting with the police

Explanation Mamata Banerjee declared that the protest would proceed despite police denial and challenged authorities by saying, 'Arrest me if you want.'

Q3 Where is the TMC planning to hold the sit-in protest?

• ANew Delhi
• BMumbai
• CKolkataCorrect
• DChennai

Explanation The protest is planned to be held in Kolkata, as stated by Mamata Banerjee.

Q1 In the PACL case, the Enforcement Directorate recently attached assets worth how much in Punjab's Ramnagar?

• A₹1,000 crore
• B₹1,595 croreCorrect
• C₹28,626 crore
• D₹2,500 crore

Explanation The ED attached assets worth ₹1,595 crore belonging to Gian Sagar Educational & Charitable Trust in Punjab's Ramnagar in the PACL case.

Q2 Which property was included in the ED's attachment worth ₹1,000 crore in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam case?

• AA hotel in GoaCorrect
• BA factory in Punjab
• CA school in Chhattisgarh
• DA farm in Goa

Explanation The ED attached properties worth ₹1,000 crore including a hotel in Goa in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam case.

Q3 Who is allegedly linked to the money used to buy the Goa hotel in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam case?

• AEx-CM Bhupesh Baghel's sonCorrect
• BGian Sagar Trust head
• CPunjab CM
• DChhattisgarh Finance Minister

Explanation The money used to buy the Goa hotel was allegedly transported at the instance of ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel's son.

Q1 What recent action has the US taken regarding Nvidia AI chip shipments?

• AAllowed increased shipments to Chinese firms in China
• BHalted shipments of Nvidia AI chips to Chinese firms outside ChinaCorrect
• CStarted manufacturing Nvidia AI chips in China
• DPartnered with Chinese firms for AI development

Explanation The US has issued guidance to halt shipments of Nvidia AI chips to Chinese firms located outside China.

Q2 Which country is mentioned as a location where Chinese AI firm subsidiaries receive Nvidia AI chips?

• AIndia
• BMalaysiaCorrect
• CJapan
• DSouth Korea

Explanation Malaysia is mentioned as a place where subsidiaries of Chinese AI firms have been receiving Nvidia AI chips.

Q3 What is the primary concern behind the US halting Nvidia AI chip shipments to Chinese firms abroad?

• ATo promote Nvidia's business in the US
• BTo restrict transfer of advanced AI technology to Chinese firmsCorrect
• CTo support Chinese AI development
• DTo increase exports to China

Explanation The US aims to restrict the transfer of cutting-edge AI technology to Chinese firms through their overseas subsidiaries.

Q1 What assurance did Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing give to India in June 2026?

• AMyanmar will not allow its territory to be used against India's security interestsCorrect
• BMyanmar will increase trade tariffs with India
• CMyanmar will send troops to assist India in border security
• DMyanmar will close all border crossings with India

Explanation President Min Aung Hlaing assured India that Myanmar will not allow its territory to be used against India's security interests.

Q2 Which infrastructure projects were discussed between India and Myanmar in their June 2026 talks?

• AKaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project and Moreh-Mae Sot highwayCorrect
• BIndia-Myanmar railway line and Sittwe port expansion
• CIndia-Myanmar oil pipeline and border fence construction
• DIndia-Myanmar telecommunications network and power grid

Explanation The discussions included the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project and the trilateral Moreh-Mae Sot highway connecting India's northeast with Myanmar and Thailand.

Q3 What role will India play in relation to the Myanmar military as per the June 2026 discussions?

• AIndia will train the Myanmar military for UN peacekeeping missionsCorrect
• BIndia will supply weapons to the Myanmar military
• CIndia will deploy troops alongside Myanmar forces
• DIndia will impose sanctions on the Myanmar military

Explanation India agreed to train the Myanmar military for UN peacekeeping missions as part of their bilateral cooperation.

Q1 Which officer assumed office as the Collector of Ranipet district?

• APriya RavichandranCorrect
• BPadmaja
• CJ.E. Padmaja
• DAnna Medal

Explanation Priya Ravichandran assumed office as the Collector of Ranipet district.

Q2 What notable awards has Priya Ravichandran received?

• APresident’s Award for Gallantry, President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service, Anna Medal for BraveryCorrect
• BPadma Shri, Bharat Ratna
• CNobel Prize, Dronacharya Award
• DArjuna Award, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna

Explanation Priya Ravichandran is the recipient of the President’s Award for Gallantry, the President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service, and the Anna Medal for Bravery.

Q3 What priority did J.E. Padmaja mention upon assuming office as Collector of Kallakurichi?

• AExpeditious grievance redressal and strengthening inter-departmental coordinationCorrect
• BLaunching new sports initiatives
• CIncreasing industrial investment
• DPromoting tourism in the district

Explanation J.E. Padmaja stated the administration would ensure expeditious redressal of grievances and strengthen inter-departmental coordination for overall development.