Current Affairs — Thursday, 28 May 2026
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# 📰 Daily Current Affairs Digest — 28 May 2026
Sources: The Hindu | Indian Express | Google News | Exam-Focused Edition
🏛️ Tamil Nadu
1. CM Vijay (TVK) announces 2% DA hike for government employees & teachers — The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister announced a Dearness Allowance increase for state government staff; his administration's early welfare measures are under financial scrutiny. (Relevance: State Finance, Welfare Schemes)
2. CM Stalin launches multi-sector projects; MRF to invest ₹3,500 crore in Tamil Nadu — Former CM Stalin inaugurated multiple development projects while MRF announced a major manufacturing investment in the state. (Relevance: Industrial Policy, FDI/Domestic Investment)
3. CM Vijay launches distribution of 10 lakh laptops to Tamil Nadu college students — The TVK government begins its flagship educational scheme providing laptops to government college students across Tamil Nadu. (Relevance: Education Schemes, State Government Initiatives)
4. Supreme Court to hear Tamil Nadu plea on CM name/photo ban in welfare scheme advertisements — The Madras High Court had banned use of former Chief Ministers' photos in government scheme advertisements; Tamil Nadu has now approached the Supreme Court. (Relevance: Constitutional Law, Art. 32, Political Governance)
5. Stalin and FM Sitharaman spar over Centre's letter on paddy bonus policy — A political controversy erupted between the Tamil Nadu government and the Union Finance Ministry over the state's paddy procurement bonus to farmers. (Relevance: Centre-State Relations, Agriculture Policy, MSP)
6. VCK's Thirumavalavan asks cadre to "let go and move on" regarding TVK alliance — VCK chief addressed party workers on the political tensions arising from VCK joining the TVK-led government, amid DMK criticism. (Relevance: Tamil Nadu Political Realignment, Coalition Politics)
7. Tiruvottiyur Tuna Fishing Harbour (₹200 crore) seeks skilled fishermen for export-quality operations — The harbour built at Tiruvottiyur Kuppam remains underutilised as fishermen require specialised training to catch export-quality tuna. (Relevance: Blue Economy, Fisheries Development)
🇮🇳 India — National
1. Parliamentary Panel summons Education Ministry, NTA, and CBI officials over conduct of examinations — The panel is acting on an assurance given in Rajya Sabha (USQ dated November 27, 2024) regarding irregularities in NTA-conducted exams. (Relevance: Parliamentary Committees, Education Policy, NTA Reform)
2. CBI arrests ex-judge Giribala Singh (Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law) after Madhya Pradesh HC quashes anticipatory bail — A CBI team arrested her on May 28 morning following the High Court order; the case relates to the Twisha Sharma murder. (Relevance: CBI Jurisdiction, Judicial Accountability)
3. Supreme Court seeks response of Centre, ED, and RBI on plea alleging siphoning of homebuyers' funds — The apex court noted the recurring pattern of real estate companies collecting homebuyer funds, diverting them, and going bankrupt. (Relevance: SC Jurisdiction, RERA, Consumer Protection, RBI Regulation)
4. CPI(M) calls Supreme Court verdict on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) a "body blow to democracy" — The party announced a nationwide campaign, alleging legitimate voters were removed from electoral rolls without adequate notice. (Relevance: Election Commission, Voter Rights, Electoral Reforms)
5. Key commander of banned Manipur insurgent group arrested in Delhi in joint security operation — Security forces conducted a coordinated operation in Delhi, arresting a senior figure from a proscribed Manipur militant outfit. (Relevance: Internal Security, Northeast India, Counter-Insurgency)
6. Manipur CM visits Naga relief camp; families of 14 allegedly abducted Kukis intensify protest — The ethnic conflict continues as families demand equal government attention amid tensions between Naga and Kuki communities. (Relevance: Ethnic Conflict, Northeast India, Constitutional Governance)
7. Noted Urdu poet Bashir Badr passes away at 91 — The celebrated Urdu poet, known for his ghazals and recipient of the Padma Shri, passed away at age 91. (Relevance: Art & Culture, Personalities in News)
8. Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit nears completion; 200 intercity trains planned in 5 years — The Kazipet (Telangana) rail coach manufacturing facility is near operational status, with ambitious production targets announced. (Relevance: Railway Infrastructure, Make in India)
9. Kalai-II Hydel Project receives forest clearance amid concerns over White-Bellied Heron — The hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh got environmental clearance despite concerns about the critically endangered White-Bellied Heron. (Relevance: Environment vs. Development, Critically Endangered Species, Forest Clearance)
💰 Economy & Finance
1. RBI holds repo rate; projects GDP growth slowing to 6.9% in FY27 — The Reserve Bank of India kept the benchmark repo rate unchanged while revising downward its GDP growth forecast for 2026-27. (Relevance: Monetary Policy, RBI MPC, Macroeconomics — High Priority)
2. India's energy investment to hit $170 billion in 2026: IEA report — The International Energy Agency reported solar PV investment grew 25% annually and oil refining by 23%; together contributing one-fourth of India's energy investment growth. (Relevance: Energy Policy, Renewable Energy, IEA Data)
3. U.S. team to visit India June 1–4 to finalise details of interim trade agreement — Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal had stated a deal requires clarity on U.S. tariffs; the visit follows ongoing bilateral trade negotiations. (Relevance: India-US Trade, International Trade Policy)
4. Sharp rise in out-of-pocket health spending; 11% fall in government health expenditure in FY23: Ministry report — A government report revealed declining public health spending alongside rising household medical costs, raising health equity concerns. (Relevance: Health Policy, National Health Mission, Social Sector Spending)
5. Rupee falls 47 paise to close at ₹95.73 against U.S. dollar — The Indian rupee depreciated sharply amid global tensions, Strait of Hormuz blockade fears, and foreign portfolio investment outflows. (Relevance: Exchange Rate, RBI Intervention, Balance of Payments)
6. LPG price hiked to balance consumer interest and oil companies' finances; no plan to raise petrol/diesel prices — The government confirmed an LPG price revision while ruling out changes to motor fuel prices. (Relevance: Energy Pricing, Subsidies, Oil & Gas Policy)
7. India receives one-month U.S. waiver to purchase Russian oil — The United States granted India a temporary exemption from restrictions on Russian crude oil purchases, citing India's role as an "essential partner." (Relevance: India-US Relations, Energy Security, Sanctions Policy)
🔬 Science & Technology
1. Chandrayaan-2's DFSAR detects possible presence of subsurface ice near Moon's south pole — Scientists used the Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR) payload on Chandrayaan-2 to identify potential subsurface ice deposits — a significant finding for future lunar missions. (Relevance: ISRO, Space Science, Chandrayaan Programme — Very High Priority)
2. NASA outlines Moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones for Artemis III — NASA's Artemis III (planned 2027) will involve crew docking practice with Blue Origin and SpaceX lunar landers in Earth orbit. (Relevance: Space Exploration, International Space Cooperation)
3. SpaceX Starship grounded pending investigation after test flight — The spacecraft released 20 mock satellites before a planned splashdown in the Indian Ocean; investigation is underway following the latest test flight. (Relevance: Space Technology, Commercial Spaceflight)
4. Air pollution cut India's solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: Study — India recorded one of the world's highest solar generation losses due to air pollution, with northern states most severely affected. (Relevance: Renewable Energy, Pollution Impact, Environment-Energy Nexus)
🌿 Environment
1. Kalai-II Hydel Project forest clearance raises alarm over critically endangered White-Bellied Heron — The project in Arunachal Pradesh received forest nod despite conservationists flagging threats to one of the world's rarest birds. (Relevance: Wildlife Protection Act, Forest Conservation Act, Biodiversity)
2. Global temperatures to reach near-record highs in next five years: WMO & UK Met Office report — The UN World Meteorological Organization and the UK Met Office forecast continued global warming with accelerated Arctic temperature rise. (Relevance: Climate Change, WMO, IPCC Context, International Agreements)
3. Budget 2026-27: Air quality management outlay cut by 10%; pollution control spending also dips — The Union Budget reduced allocations for air quality management, raising concerns among environmentalists about India's anti-pollution commitments. (Relevance: Environment Budget, CAQM, Air Quality Policy)
🏅 Sports
1. WFI moves Supreme Court against Delhi HC order allowing Vinesh Phogat to participate in Asian Games 2026 selection trials — The Wrestling Federation of India challenged the Delhi High Court ruling, arguing it undermines the federation's selection framework. (Relevance: Sports Governance, Judiciary-Sports Interface, Asian Games 2026)
2. Four Indian women officials named in ICC's all-female match officials panel for Women's T20 World Cup — It will be the third consecutive Women's T20 World Cup to feature an exclusively all-woman match officials panel. (Relevance: ICC, Women in Sports, T20 World Cup — Notable First)
3. Vaibhav Suryavanshi's strong case for India T20I call-up discussed — The 15-year-old batsman's consistent performances have created significant selection pressure ahead of upcoming T20I series. (Relevance: Cricket, Youth in Sports)
4. Neymar doubtful for Brazil's FIFA World Cup opener due to injury — The 34-year-old Santos star will miss pre-World Cup friendlies against Panama and Egypt as he battles injury concerns. (Relevance: FIFA World Cup 2026, International Sports)
🏆 Appointments & Awards
1. President Droupadi Murmu presents Padma Awards 2026; Bhagat Singh Koshyari receives Padma Bhushan — The former Uttarakhand CM and Maharashtra Governor was among the recipients honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan. (Relevance: Padma Awards, Personalities in News)
2. SC Collegium recommends judges for Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka High Courts — The Supreme Court Collegium forwarded names for judicial appointments to two High Courts, continuing judicial vacancy reduction efforts. (Relevance: Judiciary, Collegium System, Art. 217)
3. BJP names new state presidents for Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana — The party announced organisational changes in three politically significant states. (Relevance: Political Appointments, BJP Organisation)
🌍 International
1. Iran-Israel War: Ceasefire shaky as Kuwait intercepts missiles; Iran Guards threaten "firm response" to U.S. — Tensions in West Asia escalated again with Kuwait intercepting missiles and drones; the U.S. blamed Iran for ceasefire violations; formal peace talks are in jeopardy. (Relevance: West Asia Conflict, India's Energy Security, Strait of Hormuz)
2. Australian PM Anthony Albanese hails India's economic growth; looks forward to hosting PM Modi — Australia's PM praised the India-Australia bilateral relationship and extended an invitation to PM Modi, signalling deepening Quad-aligned ties. (Relevance: India-Australia Relations, Quad, Bilateral Diplomacy)
3. Thailand court acquits progressive leader Thanathorn on royal defamation (lèse-majesté) charges — A Bangkok court delivered a rare acquittal under Thailand's strict lèse-majesté law in the case of former Future Forward Party leader Thanathorn. (Relevance: International Affairs, Democracy & Rule of Law, Southeast Asia)
⚡ Quick Revision
Most exam-probable facts from today's digest:
- Chandrayaan-2's DFSAR (Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar) detected possible subsurface ice near Moon's south pole — a landmark finding for India's lunar exploration programme.
- RBI kept repo rate unchanged and projected India's GDP growth at 6.9% for FY2026-27; India's energy investment projected at $170 billion in 2026 (IEA), with solar PV growing at 25% annually.
- India's rupee closed at ₹95.73/USD (down 47 paise); India received a one-month U.S. waiver on Russian oil purchases; air pollution reduced India's solar output by 9.6% in 2023 (one of world's highest losses).
📌 Next revision tip: Focus on RBI monetary policy figures, Chandrayaan-2 DFSAR findings, and IEA India energy data — all three are highly MCQ-probable for TNPSC, SSC CGL, and UPSC Prelims 2026.