The Granth Magazine - June 2024 (PDF)

 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT A WORD OF I, SAGAR GUPTA (DIRECTOR) wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the people stood by me in my journey and for the impact you have made. Your support, guidance, and encouragement have been instrumental in our...

 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT A WORD OF I, SAGAR GUPTA (DIRECTOR) wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the people stood by me in my journey and for the impact you have made. Your support, guidance, and encouragement have been instrumental in our growth. I am indebted to my father LATE. SANTOSH GUPTA, my role model and whose life is my source of inspiration and My Mother MRS. SADHANA GUPTA for all the love, care and motivation during my hard times. Your belief in Desire To Learn has given us the confidence to do more for you in all possible ways. Your trust has constantly inspired us to share knowledge in powerful way. We are grateful for the opportunities you have provided us. We also want to thank you for your patience and understanding during the challenging times. Your unwavering support and belief in us have helped us stay focused and motivated, even when things seemed difficult. Also this book would not have been possible without the support and hard work of our Co-founder SHRASTI JAIN. We hope this book will prove to be very useful to our readers. FOUNDER/DIRECTOR CO-FOUNDER SAGAR GUPTA SHRASTI JAIN  THE GRANTH CATALOGUE Important Days Of- 05 JUNE JUNE-2024 EDITION ❑Important Days Of- 05 JUNE THROW LIGHTS ON ❖ Ranks & Index 38 THE HINDU 09 GLOBAL GENDER 40 GAP INDEX ❖ New Species 41 Decrypt Defense ❖ Obituaries 42 ❖ Military Exercise 10 ❖ Apps & Portals 43 ❖ Achievements ❖ Appointments 44 ❖ Indian Naval Ships ❖ Miscellaneous 47 BHARAT BULLITENS 14 50th G7 49 LOK SABHA & CABINET SUMMIT LETS TRAVEL WORLD 24 SPORTS 27 PRACTICE SHEET 54 ICC MENS WORLD 30 CUP 2024 DOWNLOAD OUR APP FROM PLAY AWARDS & HONORS 33 STORE DESIRE TO KAVLI PRIZE 2024 34 LEARN It doesn’t matter what others are doing, What matters is what you are doing. A BRIEF TIMELINE 01 JUNE-WORLD MILK DAY established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the UN aims to bring the importance of milk. THEME-“celebrating the vital role dairy plays in delivering quality nutrition to nourish the world.” 02 JUNE- TELANGANA FORMATION DAY This day marks the official establishment of Telangana as the 28th state of India on June 2, 2014, after years of struggle and aspirations for a separate state identity. 03 JUNE- WORLD BICYCLE DAY 05 JUNE-WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY It was established by the United aimed at raising awareness and Nations General Assembly in promoting action towards 2018 to recognize the bicycle as environmental protection. Established a simple, affordable, reliable, by the United Nations Environment clean and environmentally fit Program. Host by Saudi Arabia. sustainable means of transport. THEME-‘Land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience‘ Every year, the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed on June 4 07 JUNE- WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY It aims to raise awareness about the importance of food safety and promote actions to prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks. THEME- “Food Safety: Prepare for the Unexpected.” JUNE/04 A BRIEF TIMELINE 08 JUNE- WORLD OCEAN DAY This day is observed to raise global awareness about the importance of the ocean in our lives and the ways through which we can protect it. Theme- “The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods” 08 JUNE- WORLD BRAIN TUMOR DAY This day is dedicated to pay tribute to all brain tumor patients and their families. THEME- The Burden of Brain Tumors. The first-ever International Day of Play, to be observed on 11 June Recognized & Declared by The United Nations. Theme 2024 - Play Makes A Better World 12 JUNE- WORLD DAY AGAINST CHILD LABOUR brings together governments, employers and workers organizations, civil society, as well as millions of people THEME- “Let’s act on our commitments: End Child Labor” 14 JUNE- WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY an annual event that recognizes the incredible contributions of voluntary blood donors. THEME-“20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors! JUNE/05 A BRIEF TIMELINE 15 JUNE- WORLD WIND DAY It serves as an opportunity to explore the potential of wind energy, its capacity to transform our energy systems, reduce carbon emissions in our economies, and stimulate job creation and economic growth. 17 JUNE- WORLD DAY TO COMBAT DESERTIFICATION & DROUGHT aims to raise awareness about the pressing issue of land degradation and its devastating effects on the environment and communities around the globe. THEME- “United for Land. Our Legacy. Our Future.” 18 JUNE- SUSTAINABLE GASTRONOMY DAY to promoting sustainable practices in the world of gastronomy, or the art and study of food and cuisine. 19 JUNE- WORLD SICKLE AWARENESS DAY to raise awareness about sickle cell disease (SCD) and its profound impact on individuals, families, and communities worldwide. THEME- "Hope Through Progress: Advancing Sickle Cell Care Globally." 21 JUNE-WORLD MUSIC DAY also known as ‘Fête de la Musique. to promote music and its universal language. THEME-“Music on the Intersections“. JUNE/06 A BRIEF TIMELINE 21 JUNE-WORLD HYDROGRAPHY DAY to raise awareness of the importance of hydrography and the work of hydrographers. THEME- “Hydrographic Information – Enhancing Safety, Efficiency and Sustainability in Marine Activities“ June 21 is referred to as the summer solstice. The Earth receives a greater amount of energy from the Sun on this day. The longest day of the year, for anyone living north of the Equator, is June 21. 21 JUNE- INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY to raise awareness about the numerous benefits of practicing yoga. his special day was declared by the United Nations General Assembly on December 11, 2014. THEME- “Yoga for Women Empowerment”. 22 JUNE- WORLD RAINFOREST DAY It aims to raise awareness about the importance of rainforests and encourage their protection and conservation. THEME- “Empowering the World in Defense of Our Rainforests.” 23 JUNE- INTERNATIONAL OLYMPICS DAY to make people aware of the importance of games in life. Olympic Day is much more than a sports event. It is a day for the world to get active. THEME- Let’s move and celebrate JUNE/07 A BRIEF TIMELINE 23 JUNE- UNITED NATIONS PUBLIC SERVICES DAY THEME- 'Fostering Innovation amid Global Challenges: a Public Sector Perspective 26 JUNE- INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. THEME- “Share Facts On Drugs, Save Lives”. The UN General Assembly proclaimed 26 June as International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 29 JUNE- NATIONAL STATISTICS DAY The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Prof. P C Mahalanobis. THEME-"Use of Data for Decision-Making". 29 JUNE- INTERNATIONAL DAY OF TROPICS It is observed on June 29 annually to spread awareness about conservation strategies and promote tropical regions on Earth. 30 JUNE- WORLD ASTEROID DAY to provide online education about the asteroid. This event is held on the anniversary of the Siberian Tunguska event that took place on 30 June 1908 The International Day of Parliamentarism is observed annually on June 30th. In 2024, the focus is on “Parliamentary diplomacy: JUNE/08 THE HINDU JUNE/09 ACHIEVEMENTS VIDHYUT RAKSHAK Army Launches Integrated Generator Monitoring, Control System ‘Vidyut Rakshak’. Vidyut Rakshak is an Internet of Things-enabled integrated generator monitoring, protection and control system. NAGASTRA-1 DRONE India Advances in Drone Warfare with Nagastra-1 Deployment. Nagastra-1 is an indigenous kamikaze drone developed by Solar Industries for the Indian Army. It features a 9 kg weight, 30-minute endurance, and a range of up to 30 km in autonomous mode. The IAF proposed to the central government the purchase of 10 TAPAS drones. DRDO delivered the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR) to the Indian Navy in New Delhi. Developed by DRDO’s Jodhpur lab, it deploys a microwave obscurant cloud in space. ASHMITA SUBMACHINE The Indian Army has ordered 550 indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured ASMITA submachine guns worth Rs 4.26 crores from Hyderabad-based Lokesh Machine Limited. ASMI stands for “Asmita,” which translates to “pride” in English. JUNE/10 EXERCISES 1. TARANG SHAKTI-2024 The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to make history this August by hosting its first-ever multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti-2024. The exercise is likely to include forces from the Quad nations—Australia, Japan, and the United States—along with France and the United Kingdom in addition to Germany. 2. RIMPAC EXERCISE 2024 The Indian Navy is deploying the indigenous stealth frigate INS Shivalik for the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC)exercise, scheduled to be held in Hawaii from June 25 to August 2. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th edition of the world’s largest international maritime exercise, which began in 1971. Indian Air Force and Navy Participate in Mega Multinational War Game. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed its formidable Rafale fighter jets for the two-week multinational air exercise Red Flag, which commenced on May 30 in Alaska. 3. EXERCISE HOPEX 2024 The 8th edition of the Recently, the Indian Air Force and Egyptian Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JIMEX-24) has Air Force participated in the Exercise HOPEX begun in Yokosuka, 2024. Japan, emphasizing It is the fourth joint exercise of IAF (Indian naval cooperation and Air Force) and EAF (Egyptian Air Force) interoperability b/w the which was held in Egypt from 21 to 26 June. two countries. JUNE/11  MISSILES TOUCHING SKY | DEFENCE GLORY | LORA BALLISTIC MISSILE Israel Aerospace Industries unveiled a new air-launched variant of its Lora ballistic missile recently. It is an air-launched variant of the Long-Range Artillery (LORA) ballistic missile. MINUTEMAN III MISSILE ATGM SYSTEM MISSILE The US conducted two India and the US recently held intercontinental ballistic missile discussions on the co- tests this week. The missiles were production of American unarmed and not in reaction to (Majors Raytheon & Lockheed current world events, the Air Force Martin) javelin missiles in India said. The Minuteman III missiles to meet the requirements of are slated to be replaced in the the Indian military. 2030s. ISHANDER-M MISSILE SYSTEM Russia claimed to have targeted the Ukrainian military airbase in Mirgorod using the nuclear-capable Iskander-M missile system. DID YOU KNOW: Indian Army Opened Khalubar War Memorial To Tourists in Ladakh as a tribute to the heroes of the Kargil War, the Indian Army has opened the Khalubar War Memorial to tourists. JUNE/12 INS IN NEWS INS MYSORE INS Mysore — the front-line guided- missile destroyer of the Eastern Fleet, celebrated its silver jubilee , marking 25 years of service to the nation. The ship, indigenously designed and constructed, is the second of the Delhi class destroyers INS TALWAR INS Sunayna entered Port Victoria, Seychelles on 26 Jun 24 as part of her long range deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released India’s first joint doctrine for cyberspace operations, acknowledging that cyberspace has emerged as a crucial and challenging domain in modern warfare. INS SHIVALIK Indian Navy's indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Shivalik arrived at Yokosuka, Japan to participate in the bilateral Japan – India Maritime Exercise 2024 (JIMEX 24). INS SHARDA The Russian Black Sea Fleet (BSF) recently attacked Ukrainian infrastructure, using its sea-launched Kalibr cruise missiles. JUNE/13 BHARAT BULLETINS Two environmentalists, Jai Dhar Gupta and Vijay Dhasmana created India's first biosphere in a tiger reserve, called the Rajaji Raghati Biosphere (RRB) within the Rajaji National Park in Uttarakhand. Central Electronics Limited (CEL) achieved "Mini RATNA" status (Category-1) during its Golden Jubilee celebration, marking its transformation into a profitable PSU with notable contributions The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to four states- Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. This notice follows a 2020 case in which a father sold his daughter for 2.5 lakhs and later filed a complaint with the commission upon discovering her dead body. The first military Prime Minister Mission Karmayogi Aims station to have a Narendra Modi to Transform India’s Civil plastic waste road announced that India Services by 2047. India was Narangi Military will start an e-medical has embarked on the Station in Guwahati, visa facility for path towards Viksit Assam, built in 2019. Bangladeshi nationals. Bharat by 2047. India has added two bird sanctuaries from Bihar, Nagi and Nakti - to the ‘Ramsar Sites’ list, taking the tally to 82. The Uttarakhand government organized India's first- ever astro-tourism event called 'Nakshatra Sabha' in Mussoorie, the 'Queen of Hills’. JUNE/14 BHARAT BULLETINS 1. KERALA Kerala Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the Centre to rename the state as “Keralam’’ in the Constitution. This is the second time in the past year that such a resolution has been passed. Kerala has introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning in the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) textbook for Class 7 students. Kerala’s Kozhikode is all set to host the Malabar River Festival 2024, featuring the International White Water Kayaking Championship. Chandrababu Naidu Reaffirms Amaravati as Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh RBI with the concurrence of the GoT has decided to put in place a revised Framework on Currency Swap Arrangement for SAARC countries for the period 2024 to 2027. 2. RAJASTHAN Bhajan Lal Sharma, the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, has announced an ambitious plan to develop the Maharana Pratap Tourist Circuit with an investment of Rs 100 crore. These include: Udaipur, Chawand, Haldighati (site of the famous battle), Gogunda, Kumbhalgarh, Dewar, Chhapli, Chittorgarh Assam secures approval for new IIM in Kamrup district, with IIM Ahmedabad as mentor. Aimed at boosting education and economy in the region, the proposal emphasizes collaborative efforts. JUNE/15 BHARAT BULLETINS 3. ANDHRA PRADESH TDP leader N. Chandrababu Naidu is poised to reclaim the Chief Minister’s position in Andhra Pradesh, with his swearing-in ceremony scheduled for June 12 at Kesarapalli IT Park near Gannavaram airport. 4. MADHYA PRADESH NOTA created a record with 2.18 lakh voters in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore opting for the ‘none of the above’ option in the Lok Sabha elections, counting for which is underway on Tuesday. Of the total voters, 14.01 per cent opted for ‘N The Madhya Pradesh government has completed preparations for its ambitious cheetah reintroduction project at Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary after Kuno National Park. Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary is a Chief Minister of Madhya wildlife sanctuary situated on Pradesh Mohan Yadav, decided the northern boundary that ministers will now pay of Mandsaur and Nimach distric income tax on their salaries ts in Madhya Pradesh, India. and allowances themselves. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the centre of 'Bharatiya Gyan Parampara' will be opened in every PM College of Excellence and necessary arrangements will be made in this regard. JUNE/16  BHARAT BULLETINS 5. TELANGANA 6. GUJARAT A rare Indian Painted Frog was The Bharat Centre of Olympic recently sighted at Telangana's Research and Education (BCORE) Kawal Tiger Reserve, marking a was inaugurated on June 23, at the significant find outside its usual Rashtriya Raksha University in habitats. Gujarat’s Gandhinagar district. 7. LADAKH Ladakh has achieved full functional literacy, reaching over 97 percent literacy under the ULLAS- Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, as announced by Lieutenant Governor Dr. B.D Mishra. Tamil Nadu govt plans to build a high-level bridge to protect the Pallikaranai marshland 8. UTTAR PRADESH A new tiger reserve will soon be established in Uttar Pradesh, following evidence of tiger population in the Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary (SWS), which covers the districts of Balrampur, Shravasti, and Gonda. The announcement was made during the 10th anniversary celebration of the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) Uttar Pradesh is set to establish the world’s first conservation and breeding centre for Asian king vultures or red-headed vultures in Maharajganj. JUNE/17 LOK SABHA ELECTION The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading the charts with 240 seats, highlighting its dominant position in the political arena. Narendra Modi Ji takes oath for third consecutive term as PM PARTY-WISE SEAT DISTRIBUTION ✓ National Democratic Alliance (NDA)- 294 ✓ Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA)- 231 ✓ Others- 18 ✓ Total- 543 FACTS ABOUT LOK SABHA ELECTION Mr. Modi, 73, Shankar Lakhwani Shiv Sena (SS) candidate equalled the feat registered the Ravindra Dattaram of the first Prime highest margin in this Waikar won the closest Minister Jawaharlal Lok Sabha election victory of the 2024 Nehru, who won in with a margin of battle when he edged the 1952, 1957 and 11.72 lakh votes in out his SS(UBT) rival by 1962 general Indore when he beat 48 votes in North-West elections NOTA. Mumbai. Samajwadi Party had its best Lok Sabha poll ever with 37 seats and is the third-largest party in Parliament. Congress won its first Lok Sabha seat in Gujarat since 2009. BHARAT BULLETINS The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have partnered to establish a dedicated Tele MANAS cell for armed forces personnel and their families. Aim :-to provide comprehensive, integrated, and inclusive 24/7 tele-mental health services. India is eyeing the management of Mongla Port in Bangladesh to counter China's influence, expand its overseas port operations, and enhance regional connectivity. Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik Resigns Following Defeat Of His Party In Assembly Elections PM Narendra Modi prioritizes farmer welfare in his third term, signing the first file to release the 17th instalment of PM Kisan Nidhi to benefit 9.3 crore farmers with a disbursement of ₹20,000 crores. India is the world’s second largest source of nitrous oxide (N2O), a greenhouse gas that heats up the atmosphere far more than carbon dioxide. The Pench Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra has taken a significant step forward in wildlife protection by introducing an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) system for early forest fire detection. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India inaugurated the 'Chadwick House: Navigating Audit Heritage' Museum at Shimla. JUNE/21 BHARAT BULLETINS India on June 10, wholeheartedly welcomed 1.Egypt, joining the BRICS as their representatives 2.Iran, attended for the first time a key meeting of the 3.UAE, grouping. 4.Saudi Arabia 5.Ethiopia The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the proposal of Airports Authority of India (AAI) for development of Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi. Jaipur Military Station has become the second in India to construct a road using plastic waste, following Narangi Military Station in Assam. India has rapidly ascended to become the world's third-largest domestic airline market, driven by the highest average annual growth rate in seat capacity globally. South India’s first and the country’s largest leopard safari was recently inaugurated at the Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP). It is the first biological park in Indiato have a fenced, forested elephant sanctuary. Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024, on June 24. The goal behind the STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024 is to attain zero child deaths due to childhood diarrhoea. JUNE/22  BHARAT BULLETINS India set to be the 6th country to have its own Deep Sea Mission; 1st Stage of harbor trail (40- 50m) deep of deep sea mission planned by September 2024. The RBI has launched its third global hackathon, HaRBInger 2024, to develop innovative tech solutions for predicting, detecting, and preventing financial frauds in real-time. The world’s highest polling station in Tashigang, located in the Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 15,256 ft has been declared a model polling station. This polling station was set up for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, when a 100% polling was recorded World Health Organization (WHO) recently said that a case of human infection with bird flu — caused by the H9N2 virus — was detected in a four-year-old in West Bengal. This is the second documented case in India; the first was found in 2019. DID YOU KNOW? The Indian Railway conducted a successful trial run on the newly- constructed world's highest railway bridge, Chenab Rail Bridge, in Jammu and Kashmir. It is located between Bakkal and Kauri in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The 1.3-km-long bridge is located 359 metres above the Chenab riverbed. It is the highest single-arch railway bridge in the world. The Indian digital payment company PhonePe has announced a partnership with Sri Lankan ride-hailing platform PickMe. This collaboration allows Indian travelers in Sri Lanka to use PhonePe’s UPI payment option to pay for PickMe rides, JUNE/23  LETS TRAVEL WORLD Sheikh Meshal dissolved parliament for as many as four years amid the widespread political dysfunction that’s gripped Kuwait. Turkey has been removed from the FATF 'grey list' after implementing significant reforms to combat money laundering and terrorist financing Australia will soon start recruiting non-citizens from select countries to its armed forces to meet the acute shortage of troops in the sparsely populated country French President Macron dissolves National Assembly after far-right RN's decisive win in EU elections. Snap parliamentary elections called for June 30 and July 7. At the prestigious New York Indian Film Festival 2024, Sanya Malhotra has etched her name in glory by winning the Best Actress award for her captivating performance in the film “Mrs.” The Russian Black Sea Fleet (BSF) recently attacked Ukrainian infrastructure, using its sea-launched Kalibr cruise missiles. Roscosmos state corporation cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, who currently works at the International Space Station has booked a record of 1,000 days for the first time in the world. Mount Kanlaon volcano erupted in the central Philippines recently JUNE/24  LETS TRAVEL WORLD Hong Kong launched trading of Asia's first spot bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), moving forward in the city's race to become a regional virtual asset investment hub. Portugal plans to adapt its golden visa scheme to allow wealthy foreigners seeking residency rights to invest in affordable housing for locals or accommodation for migrants. 2025- INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF QUANTUM 2024 is being observed SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY as the International Year of Camelids The United Nations General Assembly has officially declared 2025 as the International 2023:- International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Year of Millets Egypt and Bahrain have joined China as international partners to develop and deliver scientific instruments for the Chang’e-7 mission. Thailand will become the first nation in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage after the kingdom’s Senate approved a marriage equality bill on June 18. Paraguay has become the 100th full member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), signifying a milestone in global efforts to accelerate solar energy deployment. JUNE/25  LETS TRAVEL WORLD Tajikistan's parliament passed a Denmark plans to implement a law banning hijabs and other tax on livestock farmers starting "alien garments," imposing in 2030, making it the first heavy fines for violations. This nation to do so. This initiative move, part of broader efforts to targets methane emissions from promote traditional attire. cows, sheep, and pigs. The Israeli Navy, received the second of two new landing craft from a shipyard in the United States. The US-built INS Komemiyut was the Navy’s second landing craft, after the INS NAHSHON Adani Ports secures a 30-year concession agreement with the Tanzania Ports Authority to operate Container Terminal 2 (CT2) at Dar es Salaam Port, marking its third international port. SECURITY COUNCIL The UN General Assembly elected Pakistan, Somalia, Panama, Denmark, and Greece to the Security Council for a two-year term starting January 1, 2025. India has served eight terms as a non-permanent member of the Security Council: in 1950-1951, 1967-1968, 1972-1973, 1977-1978, 1984-1985, 1991- 1992, 2011-2012, and 2021-2022. The Russian Black Sea Fleet (BSF) recently attacked Ukrainian infrastructure, using its sea-launched Kalibr cruise missiles. Pakistan, in collaboration with China, has launched the PAKSAT MM1 satellite, aiming to boost internet connectivity and communication services across the country. JUNE/26 Wembley Stadium, Real Madrid etched their name in the history books once again by securing a record- extending 15th UEFA Champions League title. INTERNATIONAL SHOOTING SPORTS FEDERATION Indian shooter Sarabjot Singh has etched his name in history by claiming India’s first medal In The International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) World Cup, a prestigious shooting tournament, is currently underway in Munich, Germany, from May 31 to June 8, 2024. The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has taken a significant step by agreeing to join the World Boxing (WB), a newly established governing body formed after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) refused to recognize the International Boxing Association (IBA). Nayana James, an Asian Athletics Championships bronze medallist, etched her name in glory by clinching the gold medal in the women's long jump event at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2024. Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old Indian-American seventh-grader from Florida, has emerged victorious at the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. Max Verstappen Dominates Canadian Grand Prix for Third Consecutive Year JUNE/27 SPORTS Indian strawweight Puja Tomar became the first ever Indian to win a bout in the UFC as she defeated Brazil’s Rayanne Amanda dos Santos via split decision at the UFC Louisville Indian tennis sensation Sumit Nagpal has etched his name in history by winning the prestigious Heilbronn Neckarcup 2024 ATP Challenger Tennis tournament in Germany The Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled its plans for the MotoGP event as it will be hosted by the city of Noida from 2025 until 2029. World No. 1, Magnus Carlsen, etched his name into the annals of chess history by claiming his sixth title. Ju Wenjun Conquers the Women’s Championship Shruti Vora, astride Magnanimous, has become the first Indian rider to win a three-star Grand Prix event- a historic achievement for the Indian equestrian. India secures the hosting rights for the 2025 FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup, marking the first time the tournament will feature 24 teams. DID YOU KNOW? Lee Zii Jia Triumphs at BWF Australian Open 2024 defeat Naraoka Kodai in a hard-fought encounter. JUNE/28 SPORTS Despite a massive cleanup effort, Paris' Seine River remains too polluted to host swimming events for the upcoming Olympic Games. Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra added another feather to his cap by clinching the gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 in Turku, Finland. The Indian National Ultimate Frisbee team won a historic silver medal at the 2024 Asia Oceanic Beach Ultimate Championships in Shirahama, Japan. Veteran sports journalist Harpal Singh Bedi, served as the national Olympic contingent's press attaché. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot inaugurated the National Yoga Olympiad 2024 in Mysuru, highlighting yoga's ancient cultural significance and global recognition. The theme for this year’s Olympiad is ‘Yoga for Self and Society’. Max Verstappen secured victory at the Spanish Grand Prix further solidifying his position atop the Formula 1 drivers championship. The second edition of Tech Mahindra Global Chess League will take place in London, England from 3rd to 12th October 2024. It will take place at Friends House in central London. JUNE/29 2024 ICC WORLD CUP HOST COUNTRY ADMINISTRATOR FORMAT WEST INDIES & US ICC T20 International India lifts ICC T20 World Cup 2024 for 2nd time after 2007 Player of the match – Virat Kohli (India) Player of the tournament – Jasprit Bumrah Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja announces their retirement from T20 format SOME INTERESTING FACTS : Fazalhaq Farooqi from Afghanistan and India's Arshdeep Singh jointly claimed the top spot as the leading wicket-takers Lockie Ferguson becomes 2nd bowler to bowl 4 maidens in T20Is EDITION HOST NATION WINNER RUNNER-UP 2007 South Africa India Pakistan 2009 England Pakistan Sri Lanka 2010 West Indies England Australia 2012 Sri Lanka West Indies Sri Lanka 2014 Bangladesh Sri Lanka India 2016 India West Indies England 2021 UAE & Oman Australia New Zealand 2022 Australia England Pakistan SPORTS The 2024 FIDE U-20 World Chess Championship, organized by FIDE witnessed a remarkable achievement as 18-year-old Divya Deshmukh from Nagpur, India, clinched the FIDE Under-20 Girl’s World Chess Championship title. David Warner officially retired from international cricket. Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, one of the most accomplished cricketers in the history of the game, is set to unveil his autobiography titled 'I Have the Streets: A Kutti Cricket Story'. Dinesh Karthik, the veteran wicketkeeper- batter, announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Young Indian opener Shafali Verma etched her name in the annals of cricket history with a record-breaking double century against South Africa in the one-off Test match. Olympic wrestler Bajrang Punia has been suspended by NADA for refusing to provide a urine sample during selection trials. Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to record two consecutive ODI hundreds during the second ODI against South Africa at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru JUNE/31 SPORTS The 2024 FIDE U-20 World Chess Championship, organized by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), witnessed a remarkable achievement as 18-year-old Divya Deshmukh from Nagpur, India, clinched the FIDE Under-20 Girl’s World Chess Championship title. FRENCH OPEN The 2024 French Open was a Grand Slam tennis tournament held at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France, MEN’S SINGLES Carlos Alcaraz Alexander Zverev WOMEN’S SINGLES Iga Swiatek Jasmine Paolini MEN’S DOUBLES Marcelo Arevalo & Mate Pavic Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori WOMEN’S DOUBLES Coco Gauff & Katerina Siniakova Sara Errani & Jasmine Paolini MIXED DOUBLES Laura Siegemund and Edouard Roger-Vasselin Desirae Krawc JUNE/32  The famous Annual Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award has been given to Krishna Prakash, who is well-known for leading Mumbai Police's special counterterrorism team, Force One. AWARDS & HONOURS The National Institute of Poet and playwright Mental Health and Neuro Siddhalinga Pattanashetti Sciences (NIMHANS), has been chosen for the Bengaluru, has been conferred prestigious Gudleppa Hallikeri the Nelson Mandela Award. Award for 2024 RESERVE RANK OF INDIA awarded the prestigious "Risk Manager of the Year Award 2024" by Central Banking, a renowned publication headquartered in London. WHO has designated the National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH) in Hyderabad, under the Ministry of Ayush, as a WHO Collaborating Centre (CC) for traditional medicine research. Poet and playwright Siddhalinga Pattanashetti has been chosen for the prestigious Gudleppa Hallikeri Award for 2024 by the Gudleppa Hallikeri Memorial Foundation, Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy has been awarded the esteemed Pen Pinter Prize for 2024. Booker Prize winner for her debut novel “The God of Small Things” JUNE/33 KAVLI PRIZE 2024 GIVEN in the fields of astrophysics, neuroscience, & nanoscience. NAMED AFTER Fred Kavli The Kavli Prize continues to celebrate and support groundbreaking scientific research in astrophysics, neuroscience, and nanoscience. NEUROSCIENCE Nancy Kanwisher (MIT), Winrich Freiwald (Rockefeller University), Doris Tsao (University of California, Berkeley) ASTROPHYSICS: David Charbonneau (Harvard) Sara Seager (MIT) NANO SCIENCE Robert Langer (MIT): Armand Paul Alivisatos Chad Mirkin (University of Chicago) (Northwestern University):  AWARDS & HONOURS Siddhesh Sakore, a Maharashtra farmer and AGRO RANGERS founder, was named a Land Hero by the UNCCD on World Desertification and Drought Day for his innovations in natural farming and waste management. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) was awarded the 'Best Conduct of Business Regulator' in the Asia-Pacific by The Asian Banker for its regulatory enhancements. Vellayan Subbiah, of Tube Investments of India (TII) and Cholamandalam Investment and Finance, clinches the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year award, marking India's fourth win. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd. has been honoured with the "Sustainable Governance Champion Award" at the Outlook Planet Sustainability Summit & Awards 2024. Eminent children's filmmaker Vinod Ganatra has become the first Indian to be conferred with South Africa's prestigious 'Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award'. India and Nepal, Dr. Usha Thakur has been honoured with the 12th Vishwa Hindi Samman presented at the 12th World Hindi Conference held in Fiji in 2023 JUNE/35  AWARDS & HONOURS WORLD CRAFT CITY: Srinagar has become the fourth Indian city to be recognised as a ‘World Craft City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC). Three other cities :- Jaipur Malappuram Mysore Recently, the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) has been selected for the 2024 Blue Planet Prize. It is an intergovernmental organization established in 2012. Sanjana Thakur 26 years old, writer from Mumbai, beat competition from over 7,359 entrants worldwide to be named the winner of the GBP 5,000 Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2024 in London Kozhikode made history by becoming the first UNESCO City of Literature in India. Kozhikode’s literary legacy includes: Two Jnanpith Award winners Notable contributions in cinema, music, and media 22-year-old Dhiraj Bommadevara emerged as a star performer for India, securing two bronze medals in The Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3 in Antalya, Turkey JUNE/36  OUR DESIRE TO LEARN CHANNELS TELEGRAM: INSTAGRAM INSTAGRAM TELEGRAM: APPLICATION YOUTUBE TO ORDER BOOK CLICK HERE YOUTUBE RANKS & INDEX MARKET CAPITALISATION India's equity market has surged ahead of Hong Kong's, securing the fourth-largest global position with a market capitalization of $5.2 trillion. ✓ United States: $50.86 trillion ✓ China: $8.43 trillion ✓ Japan: $6.35 trillion Visakhapatnam Port ascends to 19th place in the Container Port Performance Index 2023, outshining Mundra Port, driven by the operational prowess of J M Baxi Ports & Logistics. GLOBAL PEACE INDEX 2024 The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2024, published by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP). Ireland topped the index followed by Ireland, Austria, New Zealand, and Singapore. India is at 116 position while Yemen is at lowest. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations released The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2024, its flagship report providing a comprehensive analysis. 2024 ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE INDEX India ranks 176th out of 180 countries in the 2024 Environmental Performance Index, with ongoing struggles in air quality, biodiversity, and greenhouse gas emissions. Estonia, Finland, Greece topped the index. JUNE/38 RANKS & INDEX GLOBAL ENERGY TRANSITION INDEX 2024 According to the Global Energy Transition Index released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). India has improved its ranking to 63rd out of 120 countries, up from 67th last year. Sweden, Denmark and Finland topped the index India is at 67th Position. According to the Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2023 released by global consulting firm Kroll, cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top spot as India's most valued celebrity brand. QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS 2025 ANNOUNCED TOP-3 INSTITUTES AROUND THE WORLD 1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Cambridge, US 100 2. Imperial College London London, United Kingdom 98.5 3. University of Oxford TOP-3 AROUND INDIA i. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) Mumbai, India ii. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) New Delhi, India iii. Indian Institute of Science Banga Recently, the World Investment Report 2024 was published by the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). It focuses on trends in foreign direct investment (FDI) worldwide, at the regional and country levels and emerging measures to improve its contribution to development. JUNE/39 NEW SPECIES DISCOVERED A new spider species named Steriphopus wangala has been discovered in Meghalaya. Researchers discovered two new plant species namely Dendrophthoe longensis (from Andaman and Nicobar islands) and Petrocosmea arunachalense (from Arunachal Pradesh). New Blue Ant Species Discovered in Eastern Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh A new plant species Researchers discovered a new discovered in Arunachal species of Lizard in Tamil Nadu Pradesh has been named aptly named Cnemaspic Vangoghi Didymocarpus janakiae. DID YOU KNOW The Iberian lynx, cat species globally, has moved from being 'endangered' to 'vulnerable’ IUCN Red List. JUNE/41 The world of wildlife conservation Sarod maestro Pandit has lost a pioneering figure with the Rajeev Taranath, who was passing of A.J.T. John singh, a undergoing treatment at a renowned wildlife field biologist and private hospital in Mysuru, conservationist, in Bengaluru. passed away WOMEN IN NEWS Dr. Helen Mary Roberts, a Christian lady, became the first woman to be promoted to the rank of one-star officer in Pakistan's 77-year military history. Sub Lieutenant Anamika B. Rajeev became the Indian Navy’s first woman helicopter pilot during a passing out parade held in the naval air station INS Rajali at Arakkonam in Ranipet district. FIRST IN NEWS Donald Trump became the first former American President to be convicted of felony crimes on Thursday as a New York India's first underground coal gasification pilot project, launched by Eastern Coalfields Limited in Jharkhand's Kasta coal block, aims to convert coal into valuable gases like methane and hydrogen. JUNE/42 IMPORTANT APPLICATION AND PORTALS SANGYAAN FORCE The Director General of RPF Manoj Yadava launched the Sangyaan App, designed by the RPF Tech Team to provide in- depth information on three new Criminal Acts: 1. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 2. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023 3. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023. E-SAMRIDHI PORTAL The Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development urged the state governments to encourage more and more farmers to register on e-Samridhi portal so that they can avail the facility of assured procurement. WEB PORTAL The Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development launched web portal for faster bank settlements of interest subvention claims under Agriculture Infrastructure Fund along with Krishi Katha platform. BOOKS & AUTHORS Maharashtra Governor Unveils Maritime History Book: ‘Gateways to the Sea’ A Book titled “A Fly on the RBI Wall” Authored by Alpana Killawala JUNE/43 APPOINTMENTS Om Birla Becomes First Lok Sabha Speaker in 20 Years to be Re-elected as MP S. Tripathy, a distinguished professor from the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, has been named the first director of UVCE Lieutenant General Upendra The Centre on June 13 Dwivedi will take over as the next reappointed former IPS officer Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on Ajit Doval as the National June 30. Security Adviser (NSA). President Appoints Bhartruhari Mahtab, 7-Time Member of Parliament, as Pro-Tem Speaker of Lok Sabha Rear Adm Nelson D’Souza Takes Over as Commandant, Military Institute of Technology, Pune Pradeep Singh Kharola Has Been Assigned The Additional Charge of NTA DG. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has appointed Manoj Jain as the new Chairman and Managing Director of the company. India’s first artificial intelligence university, Universal AI University (UAIU), has appointed international strategist and multiple award- winning professor Simon Mak as its vice-chancellor. Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani as The Next Vice Chief of Army Staff JUNE/44 APPOINTMENTS Kapil Dev, the legendary cricketer has been elected as the new president of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI). Telugu Desam Party's Narsipatnam MLA C. Ayyanna Patrudu was elected unanimously as the Speaker of the 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) supremo Prem Singh Tamang on June 10 took oath as the Chief Minister of the Himalayan state for the second consecutive term. Mohan Charan Majhi First CM of BJP as the new Chief Minister of Odisha. He becomes the 15th Chief minister of Odisha. Former Indian All-Rounder Kedar Jadhav Announces Retirement Former IAS officer P K Mishra has been re- appointed as the Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president and Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda has been named Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha. JUNE/45 APPOINTMENTS INTERNATIONAL Claudia Sheinbaum has been elected as the country’s first woman president, announced by the Mexican election commission. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was reelected by lawmakers for a second term. Former Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa has been formally appointed as the President of the European Council. Malawi Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine other people, including his wife, were killed as the plane they were onboard crashed in the Chikangawa mountain range. MAJOR INITIATIVES IIT Kanpur, in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence for UAVs and DFI, has unveiled UDAAN, a pioneering drone startup acceleration initiative. UDAAN aims to empower emerging drone ventures by offering them access to state-of-the-art facilities, expert mentorship, financial support, The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao (SABB) initiative under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, running from July 1 to August 31, 2024. JUNE/46 CONFERENCE & SUMMITS NATIONAL AI FOR GOOD GLOBAL SUMMIT India participates in ITU’s WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event and ‘AI for Good’ Global Summit India’s role in drafting global standards for responsible and trustworthy AI highlighted India invites world to participate in WTSA 2024 in India. Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil The inaugural meeting of the Joint Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine Task Force on Investment (JTFI) for Cyberspace Operations during between India and Qatar convened the Chiefs of Staff Committee in New Delhi, aiming to bolster (COSC) meeting held on June 18, bilateral relations and explore 2024, in New Delhi. investment opportunities. The 64th International Sugar DID YOU KNOW? Organisation (ISO) Council meeting commenced at Bharat Mandapam in New India will host the 81st Delhi, bringing together delegates from International Air over 30 countries and representatives of Transport Association various international organizations. (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) in UNESCO and MeitY hosted a National Delhi in 2025, marking Workshop on Safe, Trusted, and Ethical AI its return after 42 in New Delhi, following the approval of years. the IndiaAI Mission. JUNE/47 CONFERENCE & SUMMITS INTERNATIONAL 50TH G7 LEADERS SUMMIT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave for Italy on Thursday to attend the 50th G7 leaders’ summit. It will be his first trip abroad after assuming charge as the Prime Minister for the third term. The 2024 UN Climate Change India, US, S. Korea, Japan, EU Conference (UNFCCC COP 29) will formed a Biopharmaceutical convene in November 2024 in Baku, Alliance during the Bio International Azerbaijan. The annual climate Convention 2024 in San Diego to conference to be held here in address global drug supply chain November 11, will lay particular disruptions. stress on “Peace” and “Truce” 21ST SHANGRI-LA DIALOGUE The 21st Shangri-La Dialogue, a major Asia-Pacific defence summit, concluded in Singapore. Organized by the IISS and held at the Shangri-La Hotel. The Shangri-La Dialogue is organised by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in collaboration with the Singapore government. BONN CLIMATE CONFERENCE 2024 Bonn Climate Conference 2024 Concludes in Bonn, Germany. It concluded recently with limited progress, raising concerns for a potentially challenging road ahead to the COP29 summit to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, later this year. JUNE/48 CONFERENCE & SUMMITS INTERNATIONAL 112TH INTERNATIONAL LABOUR CONFERENCE The Indian tripartite delegation led by Secretary (Labour & Employment), Ms. Sumita Dawra, participated in the 112th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC). The International Labour Organization will hold its 112th annual International Labour Conference in Geneva India participated in the Summit on Peace in Ukraine, represented by Shri Pavan Kapoor. The summit, hosted by Switzerland, aimed at finding peaceful resolutions to the conflict. India’s Refusal to Sign Ukraine Declaration at Swiss Conference 77TH WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY The 77th World Health Assembly(WHA 77) was held in Geneva, Switzerland from 27th May to 1st June, 2024. Theme of 2024 WHA is "All for Health, Health for All". BIOPHARMACEUTICALS ALLIANCE India, S. Korea, US, Japan, EU launch Biopharmaceutical Alliance. It is an alliance of India, South Korea, Japan, the United States of America (USA) and the European Union to put joint efforts into building a resilient supply chain in the biopharmaceutical sector JUNE/50 IMPORTANT CONFERENCE COMMITTEES CAMPAIGNS CONFERENCE The two day India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference concluded in New Delhi on June 14. Officials and experts from the Indian Ocean Rim Association, LORA Member States including Bangladesh, Kenya, Madagascar COMMITTEES SUPREME COURT RECONSTITUTES GENDER SENSITISATION COMMITTEE The reconstitution, initiated by the Chief Justice of India, appoints Justice Hima Kohli as the Chairperson, alongside Justice BV Nagarathna as a Member and Dr. Sukhda Pritam as the Member Secretary. SEBI has established a committee, chaired by Usha Thorat, former Deputy Governor of the RBI, to assess and propose enhancements to the ownership and economic framework of clearing corporations. CAMPAIGN On June 5, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign to commemorate the World Environment Day. JUNE/51  WHAT NASA SAID? Indian-Origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, along with Butch Wilmore, have become the first to fly to space aboard the Boeing Starliner’s in the first-ever crewed mission. Boeing launched astronauts for the first time on June 5 Peru and Slovakia , signed NASA's Artemis Accords, making them the latest in a rapid number of countries to join the U.S.-led agreement on the safe exploration of space. NASA, SpaceX Launches Game-Changing Weather Satellite GOES-U. GOES-U will provide continuous monitoring of weather conditions over extensive regions including North America (contiguous United States and Mexico), Central and South America, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY China's space agency announced that BEIJING- China's Chang'e-6 probe has lifted off from the far side of the moon, starting its journey back towards Earth. Lal', 'Mursan' and 'Hilsa'. These are the names given to three craters on the surface of Mars recently discovered by Ahmedabad-based Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), that hint at the red planet's A Woman-led Start-up Developed ‘Divya Drishti’, a cutting-edge AI Tool for Personal Identification, under a Technology Development Fund. JUNE/52 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY A woman-led start-up has successfully developed an AI-based tool that creates a “robust and multi-faceted authentication system” by combining facial recognition with gait analysis. JAXA lost contact with Akatsuki, humanity's only active mission observing Venus due to issues maintaining a stable attitude control mode required for Earth communication. Recently, DRDO has successfully completed six consecutive developmental trials of High Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) ‘ABHYAS’ in Chandipur, Odisha. A Long March 2-C rocket carrying the French-Chinese satellite Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) successfully lifted off from southwestern China recently. It is a French-Chinese satellite which aims to detect and study gamma-ray bursts. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has revealed plans to release his highly anticipated memoir, titled "Source Code: My Beginnings." Set to hit the shelves on February 4, 2025. India and the United States are in advanced talks for the joint manufacture of the latest generation of Stryker armored infantry combat vehicles (ICVs). JUNE/53 ISRO HIGHLIGHTS ISRO has announced a joint Indo-French infrared earth observation satellite mission, TRISHNA (Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-Resolution Natural Resource Assessment). In a first, ISRO will launch its latest large satellite, GSAT 20, on SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket. It is India’s latest communications satellite. It is a hi-tech, heavy-weight satellite weighing 4,700 kg. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software named Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero- thermo-dynamic Analysis (PraVaHa). This software was developed in ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). India and the United States (US) are preparing to jointly launch NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar to combat climate change and other global challenges. ISRO completed the third Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) Landing Experiment (LEX) of its winged vehicle ‘Pushpak’, at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Chitradurga, Karnataka. ISRO's PraVaHa CFD software, developed at VSSC, facilitates aerodynamic design and analysis for various vehicles. It simulates internal and external flows, aiding in shaping structure. JUNE/54  TOP 50 JUNE QUESTIONS 1.Which one of the following 5.Which INS Participated in 10. Recently which Cricket Player, is the theme of The world Exercise JIMEX 2024 at is set to unveil his autobiography Ocean day 2024 ? Yokosuka, Japan? titled 'I Have the Streets: A Kutti A.Awaken New depths A.INS Sharda Cricket Story’.? B.The ocean :Life and B.INS Vishal livelihoods C.INS Shivalik A.Rohit sharma C.Gender and oceans D.INS Jatayu B. Shane warne D.Clean our oceans C.Ravindra chandra Ashwin 6. India, US, S. Korea, Japan, D.shreyas Iyer EU formed a 2. India is looking to operate Biopharmaceutical Alliance Mongla Port and build a new 11. According to the Global during the Bio International terminal. This port is Convention 2024 at ? Gender Gap Index released by the associated with which of the A.San Diego ,California World Economic Forum, India has following countries? B.Perth Australia slipped two places to the A. Bangladesh C.Delhi ,India B. Iran D.Rotterdam ,Netherland ______out of 146 countries? C. Sri Lanka A.126 D. Oman 7.What is the Rank of india in B.127 Global Peace Index 2024 ? C.128 3. The Ministry of Health and A.114 D.129 Family Welfare (MoHFW) and B.115 C.116 the Ministry of Defence (MoD) D.117 12. Carlos Alcaraz is the player of have partnered to establish a which country who has won the dedicated Tele Which cell for 8. Who has become the first armed forces personnel and title of French Open 2024? Indian rider to win a three- their families? star Grand Prix event- a A. Spain A.PRARAMBH historic achievement for the B. France B.MANAS Indian equestrian.? C. Serbia C.SAGAR A.Shivani singh D. Australia D.MANAV B.Shruti Vora C.Diksha Bhardwaj D.Payal Kapadia 13. Which year has been officially 4. Who has became the Indian designated by the United Nations Navy’s first woman helicopter 9. Which of the following as the 'International Year of pilot ? country will host 51st edition Quantum Science and A. Sub Lieutenant Anamika of G-7 Summit ? B. Sub lieutenant Radhika Sen Technology’? A. France C.Sub Lieutenant Geetika Kaul B. Japan A. 2023 D.Sub Lieutenant Shikha C. Canada B. 2024 Mishra D. Italy C. 2025 D. 2026 JUNE/55  TOP 50 JUNE QUESTIONS 14. Who became the first 18. Which of the following 22. Recently, who among the mixed martial arts fighter country has recently become following has authored “The from India to win about at the the first nation in Southeast Adventures of Ed-a-Mamma: Ed Ultimate Fighting Asia to legalize same-sex Finds A Home”, a children's picture marriage after its Senate Championship (UFC)? book? approved a marriage equality Puja Tomar bill? A. Deepika Padukone RituPhogat A. Laos B. Alia Bhatt Geeta Phogat B. Malaysia C. Katrina Kaif SushilKumar C. Thailand D. Kangana Ranaut D. Vietna 15. India and which Country 19. According to recently 23. Recently, a biographical sports have launched a pioneering released ‘ 2024 Environment drama movie ‘Chandu Champion’ Local Currency Settlement Performance Index (EPI)’, has been released. The movie is System (LCSS)? India has been ranked at A.UAE inspired by real-life story of who 176th position out of 180 B.Saudi Arabia countries. Which of the among the following? C.Malaysia following countries has A. Bhimrao Kesarkar D.Singapore topped the index? B. Joginder Singh Bedi A. Finland C. Murlikant Petkar B. Germany 16. Consider the following D. Devendra Jhajharia C. Estonia statement about International D. Luxembourg Yoga day ? 24. Which Central bank has been 1.International Yoga day 20. which of the following awarded the prestigious "Risk Celebrated on 22 June countries will host its first- Manager of the Year Award 2024" 2.Theme “Yoga for Self and ever multinational air by Central Banking? Society.” exercise, Tarang Shakti-2024 ? A. France A. The People's Bank of China Choose the correct statement B. India B. Reserve bank of India (RBI) A. Only 1 C. Spain C. The Bank of Japan(BOJ) B. Only 2 D. United Arab Emirates (UAE D. The Federal Reserve System C. Both D. None 21. Recently, Indian Railways has conducted trial run on 25. India is set to become the 17. Kavli Prize recently in world’s highest steel arch rail _______country to have its own News related to ? bridge, the Chenab Bridge. deep-sea mission, focusing on a This bridge is associated with resilient blue economy to A. Mathematics which of the following B. Gastronomy empower people dependent on states/UT? C. Astrophysics A. Himachal Pradesh the ocean? D. Statistics B. Uttarakhand A.Second B.Third C. Jammu and Kashmir C.Fifth D.Sixth D. Ladakh JUNE/56  TOP 50 JUNE QUESTIONS 26. Which City Will host 31. Recently, INS Shivalik, an 35. Who is India’s first woman Malabar River Festival 2024 ? Indian Navy stealth ship, has Permanent Representative to A. Vishakapatanam been sent to take part in theUnited Nations? B. Kozhikode Exercise RIMPAC 2024. This C. Bengaluru A) Ruchira Kamboj exercise is being conducted at D. Thrivandapuram which of the following places? B) Meera Shankar A. Alaska C) Nirupama Rao 27. Indian Army Inducts B. Hawaii D) Sushma Swaraj Made-In-India Nagastra-1 C. Nevada Recently in News ? D. Florida 36. Recently, which of the A.Submarine B.Helicopter following states has introduced 32. Recently, which of the C.Sucide Drones following football club has Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning D.Array Gun won 2024 Union of European in Information & Communication Football Associations (UEFA) Technology (ICT) textbook for Class 28. India and the United Champions League? 7 students? States (US) are preparing to A. Liverpool F.C. A. Tamil Nadu jointly launch NASA-ISRO B. Manchester City F.C. Synthetic Aperture Radar to B. Kerala C. Real Madrid A.Combat Climate change D. FC Barcelona C. Andhra Pradesh B.Combat Desertification D. Odisha C.Combat Air Pollution 33. As per recent information, D.Combat Terrorism Claudia Sheinbaum is set to 37. Recently ,Supreme Court become first female president 29.Asmita Recently in News is Reconstitutes Gender Sensitisation of which of the following a? countries? Committee Which will chaired by ? A.Submachine Gun A. Brazil A. Justice BV Nagarathna B.INS B. Argentina B. Justice Hima Kohli C.Helicopter C. Mexico C. Justice PV singh D.Missile D. Chile D. Justice MR Verma 30. Which of the following is 34. Recently, who among the the Host country of World following has emerged 38. Where is the world's highest Environment Day ? victorious at 2024 Scripps polling station located? A.UAE National Spelling Bee? A. Mount Everest Base Camp, B.India A. Ronit Mishra Nepal C.Saudi Arabia B. Ganesh singh B. La Rinconada, Peru D.Azerbaijan C. Bruhat Soma C. Tashigang, India D. Dikshant patil D. Shimla, India JUNE/57  TOP 50 JUNE QUESTIONS 39. In which state has a new 44. Which country will host 48. As per recent information, a species of blue ant been the next annual general book titled “Source Code: My discovered recently? meeting of the International A. Assam Beginnings” will be released soon. Air Transport Association? B. Sikkim It is a memoir of who among the India C. Arunachal Pradesh following? China D. Meghalaya A. Jeff Bezos USA 40. Recently two wetlands Germany B. Steve Jobs Nagi and Nakti Bird Sanctuarie C. Satya Nadella of which state have been 45. The 21st Shangri-La D. Bill Gates included in the list of 'Ramsar Dialogue, a major Asia-Pacific Sites’? defence summit, concluded in A. Bihar which Country on 2 June 49. Recently, Indian shooter B. Uttar Pradesh 2024.? Sarabjot Singh has won the gold C. Madhya Pradesh Malaysia medal in the men’s 10m air pistol D. Rajasthan India event at the ISSF World Cup 2024. Singapore 41. In which seat in Lok Sabha This tournament was held at Japan elections 2024, more than 2 which of the following places? lakh votes were cast on 46. Recently, which of the A. Madrid, Spain 'NOTA’? following countries is set to B. Cairo, Egypt A. Machhalishahar (Uttar become the first to evacuate C. Berlin, Germany Pradesh) an entire island community D. Munich, Germany B. Indore (Madhya Pradesh) C. Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) due to climate change? D. Jajpur (Odisha) Venezuela Ecuador 50. Recently, who among the 42. Which country has Panama following has won Best Actress recently officially launched its Colombia award in New York Indian Film space agency Festival 2024? A. South Korea 47. Recently, who among the A. Nayanthara B. Brazil following has been appointed C. Pakistan B. Alia Bhat D. Kenya as 30th Chief of the Army C. Sanya Malhotra Staff? D. Kirti sanon 43. Which state observes its A. Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi foundation day on June 2nd? B. Lt Gen Zorawar Chand A. Jharkhand B. Uttarakhand Bakshi C. Chhattisgarh C. Lt Gen JS Sidana D. Telangana D. 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