05 June 2026 - "Daily Current Affairs" Updates

GS 2 (International Relations & Governance)

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

News:

A total of 565 Indian peacekeepers, including 53 women personnel, were

recently awarded the UN Medal of Honour for their service under UNMISS.

About UNMISS

• UNMISS was established on 9 July 2011 through UN Security Council Resolution

1996, coinciding with the independence of South Sudan.

• It is one of the United Nations’ major peacekeeping missions in Africa.

Mandate of UNMISS

• Protection of civilians affected by conflict.

• Support for peacebuilding and conflict resolution.

• Assistance in strengthening South Sudan’s political, judicial, and security

institutions.

India’s Contribution

• India is among the leading troop-contributing countries to UNMISS.

• More than 4,200 Indian uniformed personnel have served in the mission,

making India the second-largest troop contributor after Nepal.

UN Medal of Honour

• It is a UN military decoration awarded by the UN Secretary-General.

• Personnel generally become eligible after completing around 90 days of

continuous service in a UN field mission.

GS 3 (Economy – Inflation & Index Numbers)

WPI Base Year Revision and Producer Price Index (PPI)

News:

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has revised the base year of the

Wholesale Price Index (WPI) from 2011–12 to 2022–23 and initiated the phased

introduction of a Producer Price Index (PPI).

Key Changes in the Revised WPI

Expanded Commodity Basket

• The number of commodities covered under WPI has increased from 697 to

957.

• This revision aims to better reflect the structure of the contemporary Indian

economy and industrial production.

Inclusion of Renewable Energy Sources

• Solar, wind, and nuclear energy have been included under the Electricity

category for the first time.

• The change aligns the index with India’s evolving energy mix.

Reclassification of Energy Products

• Crude oil and natural gas have been shifted from the Primary Articles

category to Fuel and Power.

• This creates a more comprehensive representation of primary energy

sources.

Revised Weighting System

• Item weights are now based on Gross Value of Output (GVO) instead of Net

Traded Value (NTV).

• The new approach provides a more accurate reflection of domestic

production patterns.

GS 3 (Environment & Ecology)

Deepor Beel Wildlife Sanctuary

News:

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response regarding alleged

illegal tree felling within the Deepor Beel Wildlife Sanctuary and its Eco-

Sensitive Zone (ESZ).

About Deepor Beel Wildlife Sanctuary

• Located on the western outskirts of Guwahati, Assam.

• Declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1989 and covers an area of approximately

4.14 sq. km.

• It is one of the most important freshwater wetlands in Northeast India.

Conservation Status

• Deepor Beel is the only Ramsar Site in Assam.

• It is also recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA) due to its rich avian

diversity.

Hydrology

• The wetland receives water primarily from the Basistha and Kalmani rivers.

• Excess water drains into the Brahmaputra River through the Khonajan

Channel.

Biodiversity

• The sanctuary supports several resident and migratory bird species,

including:

• Greater Adjutant Stork

• Lesser Adjutant Stork

• Spot-billed Pelican