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Daily Current Affairs 16th May 2026
National Affairs
India’s first SME-led semiconductor ATMP/OSAT facility inaugurated at Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem with assembly, testing, marking & packaging infrastructure.
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issues notices to e-commerce platforms over sale of unsafe herbicide products, focusing on consumer rights enforcement.
Ministry of Education launches ‘Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp 2026’ for Class 1-12 students to learn conversational skills in Indian languages, including Indian Sign Language.
Project Saksham expands to boost women’s skill development and employment with training centres and job placement support across states.
Appointments & Global Diplomacy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the UAE to strengthen cooperation in energy security, defence, trade, AI and connectivity.
PM Modi warns global conflicts could reverse decades of development,” calling this era a “decade of crises” reflecting on Middle East wars and global instability.
International Affairs
FIFA officials to meet Iranian FA over Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, amid travel and diplomatic concerns following sanctions on FFIRI President.
Science & Environment
Scientists in Antarctica discover the oldest dated air sample from East Antarctica’s Allan Hills, providing key climate change insights (GKToday report).
Important Days
Today has cultural, awareness and educational observances noted for 16 May 2026 (Jagran Josh overview).