Daily Current Affairs 29th June 2026
🇮🇳 National Current Affairs
1. India’s First Nuclear Hydrogen Production Facility Launched at IGCAR
The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) inaugurated the world’s first nuclear process heat-based hydrogen production facility at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam.
The facility uses the Copper–Chlorine (Cu–Cl) thermochemical cycle to produce hydrogen using nuclear heat.
The project supports India’s clean energy goals and the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Exam Points:
IGCAR Headquarters: Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu
Under: Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
Established: 1971
2. India–Seychelles Relations Strengthened During PM Modi’s Visit
Narendra Modi concluded a three-day visit to Seychelles.
India and Seychelles signed nine agreements focusing on:
Digital cooperation
Defence and maritime security
Legal cooperation
Development projects
India announced a ₹1,250 crore line of credit for priority development projects in Seychelles.
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) expansion to Seychelles was also highlighted.
3. Defence Ministry Releases DFP-2026 for DRDO
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026).
The initiative aims to:
Speed up defence research projects
Improve decision-making
Increase accountability in defence R&D
The move is expected to strengthen indigenous defence technology development.
🌍 International Current Affairs
4. Europe Faces Severe Heatwave Conditions
Several European countries experienced extreme heat conditions with temperatures crossing 35°C in many regions.
Heat-related deaths and pressure on healthcare systems increased concerns about climate adaptation.
Governments are focusing on heat management plans and climate resilience measures.
5. Global AI Cooperation Discussed at Pax Silica Summit
Thirty-five countries, including India, signed a statement on Artificial Intelligence cooperation.
The initiative focuses on:
Secure AI supply chains
Responsible AI development
Semiconductor cooperation
Technology collaboration
💰 Economy & Business
6. Amazon Announces Major Investment in India
Amazon announced plans to invest USD 48 billion in India by 2030.
Investment areas include:
Artificial Intelligence
Cloud infrastructure
E-commerce
Logistics expansion
The company plans to expand AWS infrastructure and create employment opportunities.
🔬 Science & Technology
7. Nuclear-Based Green Hydrogen Technology Gains Momentum
India’s nuclear hydrogen facility marks a major step toward carbon-free hydrogen production.
The technology combines nuclear energy with hydrogen production methods to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
🛡️ Defence Current Affairs
8. DRDO Financial Reforms Introduced
DFP-2026 provides greater financial authority to DRDO units.
It aims to reduce delays in defence innovation projects and improve operational efficiency.
🏆 Sports Current Affairs
9. FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage Continues
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 matches continued on 29 June.
Important fixtures included teams such as Brazil, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, Morocco and Paraguay.
📌 Important One-Liners (For Exams)
World’s first nuclear process heat-based hydrogen facility: IGCAR, Kalpakkam
DFP-2026 launched by: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
India’s UPI expansion highlighted with: Seychelles
Amazon investment announced for India: USD 48 billion by 2030
AI cooperation summit: Pax Silica Summit
Green hydrogen technology used: Copper–Chlorine (Cu–Cl) cycle