Daily Current Affairs – 22 June 2026

1.India to Host BRICS National Security Advisers Meeting
India is hosting a two-day BRICS National Security Advisers (NSA) meeting beginning June 22. The meeting is chaired by NSA Ajit Doval and focuses on non-traditional security challenges, including cyber security, terrorism, and emerging global threats.

2.India–US Trade Deal Talks Intensify
India is seeking tariff advantages over competing Asian economies while negotiating a trade agreement with the United States. The discussions aim to improve market access and strengthen bilateral trade relations.

3.Southwest Monsoon Revives Across India
After a two-week slowdown, the southwest monsoon has regained momentum and is advancing into central India, benefiting agriculture and easing heatwave conditions.

4.India to Hold FATF Vice-Presidency
India is set to hold the Vice-Presidency of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global body responsible for combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

5.FIFA World Cup 2026 Enters Crucial Stage
The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage is reaching its final phase, with major teams such as Argentina and France competing for places in the knockout rounds.

6.UPI Expansion Continues Globally
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues its international expansion, with new acceptance points being added in Europe, strengthening India’s digital payment ecosystem globally.

7.US Approves Support Package for India’s Defence Systems
The United States approved a military support package related to Apache helicopters and M777 artillery systems used by India.

8.UGC NET 2026 Examination Begins This Week
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to conduct the UGC NET examination this week for determining eligibility for Assistant Professor and JRF positions.