NEWS 12-06-2026. News For 13th-Jun (Saturday) National News 1. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved four major National Highway projects worth ?24,249 crore under the PM GatiShakti initiative, significantly boosting logistics across Odisha, Telangana, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh. 2. In a major milestone for renewable energy, India has officially emerged as the world's second-largest solar growth market, surpassing the United States in annual capacity additions and crossing 155 GW of total installed solar capacity. International News 1. Germany failed to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council after falling short of the required two-thirds majority vote in the UN General Assembly, losing the seats to Austria and Portugal. 2. In regional diplomatic developments, China has significantly strengthened its strategic ties with North Korea through a series of high-level engagements, drawing close attention from global powers. Defence News 1. Marking a massive achievement for domestic aerospace manufacturing, Tata and Airbus have successfully completed the first test flight of India’s first indigenously manufactured C295 military transport aircraft. 2. The Ministry of Defence has signed a ?449 crore contract with Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems for the procurement of 20 indigenous Enhanced Capability GNSS Jammers to secure Indian Navy warships against electronic threats. 3. India's airspace security has received a massive boost as the country successfully received delivery of its fourth squadron of the Russian S-400 Triumf long-range air defence missile system. Sports News 1. The historic FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially kicked off across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the largest and most expansive tournament in football history. 2. In chess, grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa created history by becoming the very first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess 2026 title. 3. Bringing glory to Indian hockey, the India Under-18 Men’s Hockey Team won the Asia Cup by defeating Japan in the final, while the India Under-18 Women’s Hockey Team put up a stellar performance to secure the bronze medal. < < Back