Daily Current Affairs Quiz: June 23, 2026

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Recently, China’s state broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV) aired footage of the launch of the Dongfeng-17 (DF-17) hypersonic missile for the first time. The DF-17 is a Chinese solid-fueled medium-range hypersonic ballistic missile officially unveiled in 2019. The missile has an operational range of about 1,800–2,500 km and is deployed on a mobile launcher. It carries the DF-ZF Hypersonic Glide Vehicle (HGV). After launch, the warhead separates at high altitude and re-enters the atmosphere. The glide vehicle maneuvers at speeds of Mach 5–10.

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Recently, Tamil Nadu announced the deployment of India’s first 3D-printed artificial reef modules in coastal waters off the Ramanathapuram coast. The initiative is being implemented under Phase II of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana. The project aims to restore marine habitats, enhance biodiversity, and support sustainable fisheries. It will function as a pilot project to evaluate six innovative reef designs produced using advanced 3D-printing technology.

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Researchers recently discovered two new cave-dwelling micro-snail species, Georissa meghalayaensis and Acmella bensoni, in Meghalaya. The discovery was made in the limestone caves of the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot. Georissa meghalayaensis was found near the entrance of Krem Puri Cave and is characterized by its orangish-red shell and mesh-like ridges. Acmella bensoni was discovered in Krem Puri and Arwah Cave. It has a small, whitish, translucent shell with fine rib patterns. The species was named after William H. Benson, a renowned 19th-century malacologist.

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Recently, Khurasani Imli (Mandav Imli), the fruit of Mandu’s iconic Baobab tree, received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is the fruit of the iconic Baobab tree found in Mandu, Madhya Pradesh. The fruit is light green with a distinctive sweet-sour tangy taste. Tribal communities traditionally use its pulp, juice, seeds, and bark for medicinal purposes. It is rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals.

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Recently, scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) discovered a new species of wild brinjal named Solanum pandeyi. The species was found in the evergreen forests of Middle Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Locally, it is known as the wild orange eggplant. The indigenous Great Andamanese tribe uses it for food and medicinal purposes. Its seeds and roots are traditionally used to treat tooth infections.