Published : May 29, 2026
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30 May 2026 Current Affairs in English – Important Points for UPSC | APPSC | SSC | Banking | Railway | Police Exams
1. Andhra Pradesh Announces ₹22,000 Crore Green Energy Corridor
Andhra Pradesh unveiled a ₹22,000 crore Green Energy Corridor project.
The project aims to integrate nearly 18 GW of renewable energy into the state power grid.
It will strengthen transmission infrastructure and support India's clean energy targets.
Important for Economy, Environment, and Energy Security topics.
2. LIC Raises Stake in Central Bank of India
Life Insurance Corporation of India increased its stake in Central Bank of India from 3.16% to 6.06%.
LIC purchased 26.26 crore shares through market transactions.
This development is important for Banking and Economy sections.
3. Elias George Becomes Chairman of Federal Bank
The RBI approved Elias George as Part-Time Chairman of Federal Bank for a three-year term.
He previously served as CEO of Kochi Metro and worked with KPMG.
4. RBI Extends Tenure of Fino Payments Bank Interim CEO
RBI granted a three-month extension to Ketan Merchant as Interim CEO of Fino Payments Bank.
The extension became effective from May 27, 2026.
5. Supreme Court Upholds 28% GST on Online Gaming
The Supreme Court upheld the government's decision to levy 28% GST on the full face value of bets in online gaming.
The ruling applies retrospectively and may have a significant financial impact on gaming companies.
Important for Economy, Taxation, and Polity sections.
6. India Semiconductor Mission Launches Investors Support Portal
The India Semiconductor Mission launched the "Investors Support Portal".
The portal will serve as a single-window platform for semiconductor investors.
It provides information on government incentives, approvals, and investment opportunities.
7. Yoga Mahotsav 2026 Held at Khajuraho
A 25-day countdown event for the International Day of Yoga 2026 was organized at Khajuraho Group of Monuments.
Theme of International Day of Yoga 2026: "Yoga for Healthy Ageing."
Main national celebration will be held in Kolkata on June 21, 2026.
8. India Ranks Second in APAC Data Centre Capacity
India achieved the 2nd position in the Asia-Pacific region for data centre capacity.
Major hubs include Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune.
Growth is driven by AI, cloud computing, and Digital India initiatives.
9. Indian Army Introduces AI-Based Platforms
The Indian Army launched Kautilya, an AI-powered command intelligence platform.
It also introduced Q-FORCE for logistics and supply-chain management.
The Army declared 2026 as the "Year of Networking and Data Centricity."
10. CLEAR Technology for Disease Detection
Scientists in Bengaluru developed CLEAR, an advanced protein imaging technology.
The innovation can help in the early detection of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
11. Cold Water Fisheries Identified as Key Blue Economy Sector
The government highlighted cold water fisheries as an important pillar of India's Blue Economy.
Trout and Mahaseer fish farming are receiving special attention under PM Matsya Sampada Yojana.
12. Book "Apnapan" Released
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan released his book Apnapan.
The book reflects his political journey and experiences with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
One-Liner Revision for Exams
Andhra Pradesh launched a ₹22,000 crore Green Energy Corridor.
LIC raised its stake in Central Bank of India to 6.06%.
Elias George appointed Chairman of Federal Bank.
RBI extended Ketan Merchant's tenure at Fino Payments Bank.
Supreme Court upheld 28% GST on online gaming.
India Semiconductor Mission launched Investors Support Portal.
Yoga Day 2026 theme: Yoga for Healthy Ageing.
India ranks 2nd in APAC data centre capacity.
Indian Army launched AI platform Kautilya.
Bengaluru scientists developed CLEAR protein imaging technology.
Cold water fisheries recognized as a key Blue Economy sector.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan released the book Apnapan.
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