Explanation: The Union Budget 2026–27 proposed the establishment of Self-Help Entrepreneur (SHE) Marts as community-owned retail outlets to strengthen women-led businesses and the SHG ecosystem

Explanation: Gujarat accounts for the largest share of India’s renewable energy capacity, with about 16.5% of the national total, leading other states in cumulative renewable installations.

Explanation: SAKSHAM 2026 (Samrakshan Kshamatha Mahotsav) is a national fuel conservation awareness campaign focused on encouraging judicious use of petroleum products and sustainable energy use.

Explanation: World Wetlands Day 2026 celebrated the importance of traditional knowledge and cultural heritage in conserving wetland ecosystems.

Explanation: In its latest policy stance, the Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate unchanged, keeping policy rates steady to balance inflation and growth.

Explanation: Indian shuttler Devika Sihag clinched her maiden BWF Super 300 title at the Thailand Masters 2026.

Explanation: Actress Kiara Advani was announced as the Indian brand ambassador for Maybelline New York

Explanation: The Dalai Lama received his first Grammy Award in the Best Audiobook, Narrative & Storytelling category, recognized for his spoken word work.

Explanation: The Japanese drilling vessel Chikyu is noted for deep-sea mineral exploration at extreme depths.

Explanation: Devika Sihag won her maiden BWF Super 300 title at the Thailand Masters 2026.