Telangana Formation Day 2026: The Journey of a Six-Decade Dream Every year on June 2, Telangana celebrates its State Formation Day with pride and enthusiasm.
Telangana became India's 29th state on June 2, 2014, after decades of struggle, public movements, and sacrifices by thousands of people.
Key Events in Telangana State Formation
- February 13, 2014: Telangana Bill introduced in Lok Sabha amid intense protests.
- February 18, 2014: Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill with BJP support.
- February 20, 2014: Rajya Sabha approved the bill.
- March 1, 2014: Presidential assent was granted.
- June 2, 2014: Telangana officially became a separate state, and K. Chandrashekar Rao took oath as the first Chief Minister.
Important Telangana Movement Milestones
- 1956: Telangana merged with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh.
- 1969: Jai Telangana Movement gained momentum.
- 2001: Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) founded.
- 2009: KCR's fast-unto-death intensified the movement.
- 2011: Sakala Janula Samme witnessed mass participation.
- 2013: Congress Working Committee approved Telangana statehood.
Exam Point
- Telangana Formation Day: June 2
- Telangana became India's 29th State
- First Chief Minister: K. Chandrashekar Rao
India Creates Record in Seafood Exports During FY 2025-26
India's seafood exports reached an all-time high of ₹73,890.46 crore ($8.46 billion) during FY 2025-26, according to official data from the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA).
Key Highlights
- Total exports: 19.72 lakh metric tonnes
- Export value: ₹73,890.46 crore
- Frozen shrimp contributed 66.52% of total export earnings
- Shrimp export revenue: ₹49,037.93 crore
Top Importing Countries
- United States
- China
- European Union
- Southeast Asian Nations
- Japan
Major Export Ports
- Visakhapatnam
- Jawaharlal Nehru Port
- Kochi
- Kolkata
- Chennai
Exam Point
- Nodal Agency: Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA)
- Largest Seafood Buyer (Value): USA
- Largest Seafood Buyer (Volume): China
Hyderabad Model Bhavitha Mandava in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026
Hyderabad-based model Bhavitha Mandava has been featured in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 list under the Rising Talents category.
Major Achievements
- Indian Ambassador for luxury fashion brand Chanel.
- First Indian model to open Chanel's Métiers d'Art show.
- Featured at the globally renowned Met Gala.
- Graduate of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University.
Exam Point
- Forbes List: Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026
- Category: Rising Talents
- Hometown: Hyderabad
India-Myanmar Strategic Partnership Strengthens
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visited India from May 30 to June 3, 2026, to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Key Areas of Cooperation
- Trade and Commerce
- Connectivity Projects
- Security Cooperation
- Education and Scholarships
- Cultural Exchanges
Important Projects
- Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project
- India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway
Exam Point
- India's Foreign Policy Initiatives:
- Neighbourhood First Policy
- Act East Policy
- MAHASAGAR Initiative
Five New Judges Appointed to the Supreme Court of India
The Government of India has appointed five new judges to the Supreme Court of India following recommendations of the Collegium.
Key Highlights
- Supreme Court strength increased from 34 to 38 sanctioned positions.
- Working strength rises to 37 judges.
- Appointments made under Article 124(2) of the Constitution.
Notable Appointment
Justice V. Mohana becomes the second woman elevated directly from the Bar to the Supreme Court.
Newly Appointed Judges
- Justice Sheel Nagu
- Justice Shri Chandrashekhar
- Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva
- Justice Arun Palli
- Justice V. Mohana
Exam Point
- Constitutional Provision: Article 124(2)
- Current Chief Justice of India: Justice Surya Kant
Indian Students Win Earth Prize 2026 for Plastic Removal Innovation
Three Indian students won the prestigious The Earth Prize 2026 for developing an innovative biodegradable water filtration solution called Plas-Stick.
Winners
- Vivan Chavcharia
- Ariana Agarwal
- Avyana Mehta
About Plas-Stick
- Removes microplastics from water.
- Made from tamarind seed powder.
- Environment-friendly and biodegradable.
- Cost-effective alternative to conventional filtration systems.
Exam Point
- Award: Earth Prize 2026
- Innovation: Plas-Stick
- Purpose: Removal of microplastics from drinking water
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