JUNE CURRENT AFFAIRS

INTERNATIONAL
•The WHO named two Covid-19 variants first found in India as 'Kappa' (B.1.617.1) and
'Delta' (B.1.617.2).
•Isaac Herzog was elected as the 11th President of Israel, succeeding Reuven Rivlin.
•China reported its first human case of H10N3 bird flu in a 41-year-old man from
Jiangsu province.
•China developed an integrated air defence system along the Line of Actual Control,
combining assets from the army and air force.
•Bill Gates and the EU pledged $1 billion to support green technology and meet climate
change goals.
INTERNATIONAL
•The United Nations launched the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration from 2021 to
2030, led by UNEP and FAO.
•Abdullah Shahid of the Maldives was elected President of the 76th UN General
Assembly.
•The G7 signed a deal establishing a minimum global corporate tax rate of at least 15%.
•Interpol launched "I-Familia," a global database to identify missing persons through
family DNA.
•El Salvador became the first country to adopt bitcoin as legal tender, effective in 90
days.
INTERNATIONAL
•Russia is building its first fully stealth naval warship, equipped with advanced weaponry.
•Former Mongolian Prime Minister Ukhnaa Khurelsukh won the presidential election with
a landslide victory.
•Israel will end the rule of wearing masks in closed places from June 15, becoming the
first mask-free country.
•Naftali Bennett was sworn in as Israel’s new Prime Minister, replacing Benjamin
Netanyahu after 12 years in office.
•UN Security Council Elections: Albania, Brazil, Gabon, Ghana, and UAE elected as non-
permanent members for 2022-23 term, starting January 1, 2022, requiring a two-thirds
majority in the General Assembly.
INTERNATIONAL
•NATO Leaders on China: NATO leaders declared China a global security challenge, aligning with
US President Biden’s stance on China's trade, military, and human rights practices.

•UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement: UK and Australia agreed on a historic free trade agreement,
aiming to create more jobs and business opportunities and strengthen ties.

•Ebrahim Raisi Wins Iranian Election: Ebrahim Raisi won the 2021 Iranian presidential election
with 62% of the vote and will begin his four-year term in August 2021.

•Nikol Pashinyan Re-elected in Armenia: Armenia’s acting prime minister, Nikol Pashinyan, won a
parliamentary election, solidifying his power despite criticism over last year's military defeat.

•Swedish PM Resigns: Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven resigned following a no-confidence
vote, making him the first Swedish leader to be defeated in this manner
INTERNATIONAL
•ESA to Hire Disabled Astronaut: The European Space Agency plans to hire and launch
the world’s first physically disabled astronaut, emphasizing that space exploration is
inclusive.
•Philippines on FATF Grey List: The Philippines has been included in the Financial Action
Task Force's grey list, requiring increased monitoring and progress reports thrice a year.
•China's Baihetan Dam: China began operations of the Baihetan Dam, the world’s
second-biggest hydropower dam, located on the Jinsha River in southwestern China.
NATIONAL
•Supreme Court Reconstitutes Gender Sensitisation Committee: The Supreme Court of India reconstituted its
Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee. Justice Hima Kohli was appointed as Chairperson,
and Justice BV Nagarathna and Dr. Sukhda Pritam were appointed as members.

•UPI Breaks Record with 14.04 Billion Transactions in May: UPI recorded 14.04 billion transactions in May, a
49% year-on-year growth from 13.30 billion in April. The total transaction value was Rs 20.45 lakh crore,
with an average daily transaction count of 453 million and a daily value of Rs 65,966 crore.

•Centre Launches New Mobile Number Series for Service, Transactional Calls: The Centre introduced a new
numbering series, 160xxxxxxx, for service and transactional calls to help identify legitimate calls and reduce
unsolicited telemarketing calls.

•Assam’s New IIM Kamrup: Boosting Education and Economy: Assam received approval to establish a new
IIM in Kamrup district, with IIM Ahmedabad as its mentor, aiming to boost education and the economy in the
region.
NATIONAL
•Zupee Collaborates with Gurugram Cyber Police for Cyber Security Awareness: Zupee partnered with
Gurugram Cyber Police for the 11th edition of the Cyber Security Summer Internship Program, training 1,100
interns to promote responsible digital citizenship and combat cyber threats.

•The 1984 Lok Sabha Election, Only Time a Party Won 400+ Seats: The 1984 Lok Sabha election saw the
Indian National Congress, led by Rajiv Gandhi, securing over 400 seats, the only time a single party achieved
this majority.

•Lok Sabha Election 2024, Comprehensive Results and Analysis: The 2024 Lok Sabha elections reflected the
political climate and shifts in voter preferences across India, with unprecedented voter turnout and dynamic
electoral contests.

•CBIC Chairperson Inaugurates GST Bhawan at Rohtak, Haryana: CBIC Chairman Sanjay Kumar Agarwal
inaugurated the GST Bhawan in Rohtak, Haryana, attended by officers and staff from the CGST Rohtak
Commissionerate and senior CBIC officers.
NATIONAL
•India to Host 81st IATA Annual General Meeting in 2025: India will host the 81st IATA Annual General
Meeting in Delhi in 2025, marking its return after 42 years, with previous meetings held in 1958 and 1983.

•Bombay High Court Rules Against PSU Banks’ Power to Issue Look-Out Circulars: The Bombay High Court
ruled that public sector banks lack the legal authority to issue Look Out Circulars (LOCs) against defaulters,
invalidating all such LOCs.

•PM Launches ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Campaign: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke
Naam’ campaign on World Environment Day by planting a Peepal tree at Buddha Jayanti Park in Delhi,
accompanied by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar
Saxena.

•Arka Fincap Expands Financial Solutions with IRDAI License: Arka Fincap Limited, a subsidiary of Kirloskar
Oil Engines Limited, obtained a Corporate Agency License from IRDAI, enabling it to offer insurance solutions
alongside its existing financial services.
NATIONAL
•MoD Signs MoUs to Expand SPARSH Service Centers: The Ministry of Defence signed agreements with four
banks to establish SPARSH service centers across 1,128 branches, enhancing pension processing for defense
pensioners through the web-based SPARSH system.

•NOTA Creates Record In MP’s Indore Lok Sabha Seat: In Madhya Pradesh's Indore Lok Sabha seat, 2.18 lakh
voters opted for the 'none of the above' (NOTA) option in the elections, making up 14.01% of the total
voters.

•The Roads to India’s Redemocratisation, The Challenges: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term victory
had a smaller margin than expected, reflecting the concentration of political and economic power, rising
inequalities, and continued support for a pro-rich administration.

•MeitY and UNESCO Host National Workshop on Safe, Trusted, Ethical AI: UNESCO and MeitY hosted a
National Workshop on Safe, Trusted, and Ethical AI in New Delhi, following the approval of the IndiaAI
Mission, with significant investment in enhancing India's AI ecosystem.
NATIONAL
•Air India-Vistara Merger Approved by NCLT: The NCLT approved the merger of Air India and
Vistara, creating one of the world's largest airline groups, with Singapore Airlines holding a 25.1%
stake in Air India.
•India’s First Biosphere in a Tiger Reserve: Environmentalists Jai Dhar Gupta and Vijay Dhasmana
created India's first biosphere in a tiger reserve, the Rajaji Raghati Biosphere within Rajaji National
Park in Uttarakhand.
•Two Bird Sanctuaries of Bihar Added to Ramsar List: Two bird sanctuaries from Bihar, Nagi and
Nakti, were added to the Ramsar Sites list, increasing India's tally to 82 wetlands of international
importance.
•NHRC Notice on 'Nata Pratha': The NHRC issued a notice to Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh,
Rajasthan, and Gujarat regarding a 2020 case where a father sold his daughter for 2.5 lakhs and
later found her dead, prompting the complaint.
NATIONAL
•Tele MANAS Cell for Armed Forces: The MoHFW and MoD signed an MoU to establish a Tele MANAS cell
for armed forces personnel and their families, providing 24/7 tele-mental health services as an extension of
the District Mental Health Programme.

•Narendra Modi Oath Ceremony: Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi will take the oath of office on
June 9, attended by foreign dignitaries, including heads of neighboring countries, and will meet these leaders
the next day.

•Ramoji Rao's Death: Ramoji Rao, founder of Eenadu Group and Ramoji Film City, died at 88 on June 8 in
Hyderabad, Telangana, after undergoing treatment at Star Hospital.

•President Murmu Invites Modi: President Droupadi Murmu invited Narendra Modi to form the new
government following the BJP's victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. The swearing-in is set for June 9.
NATIONAL
•Modi Takes Oath for 3rd Term: Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath for a third term, with
several NDA leaders inducted into the new cabinet.

•Modi 3.0 Cabinet Portfolios: Modi announced his new cabinet, retaining 34 ministers from his
previous cabinet. Key leaders like Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, and Nirmala Sitharaman retained their
portfolios.

•PMAY Housing Announcement: PM Narendra Modi announced the addition of 3 crore rural and
urban houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to address housing needs.

•GAIL's Ethane Cracker Project: GAIL (India) plans to invest Rs 60,000 crore in a 1500 KTA Ethane
Cracker Project in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, covering 800 hectares to produce ethylene
derivatives.
NATIONAL
•Cabinet Ministers List 2024: PM Modi allocated portfolios to 71 ministers in his new cabinet,
with veteran BJP leaders retaining key roles.

•National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Conference: The National Commission for
Indian Medical Systems held a two-day conference, ‘PRANA’, in collaboration with AICTE and the
Ministry of Education's Innovation Cell, marking its fourth foundation day.

•Universities Admission Cycles: Indian universities and HEIs will offer admissions twice a year, in
July-August and January-February, starting from the 2024-25 academic session, similar to global
practices.

•Ajit Doval Reappointed NSA: Ajit Doval was reappointed as National Security Adviser, with his
term co-terminus with Prime Minister Modi's term or until further orders.
NATIONAL
•NCRB Mobile App Launch: The NCRB launched the "NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws" mobile
app to provide comprehensive information on new criminal laws, effective from July 1.

•P K Mishra Reappointed as Principal Secretary to PM Modi: Former IAS officer P K Mishra has
been re-appointed as Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, effective from June 10,
2024. His term is co-terminus with the Prime Minister's term or until further orders.

•IGNCA and Sansad TV MoU: IGNCA signed an MoU with Sansad TV to broadcast its cultural
programs and use its archival content, enhancing public access to Indian art and culture.

•WHO Recognises NIIMH as Collaborating Centre: The WHO designated the National Institute of
Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH) in Hyderabad as a Collaborating Centre for traditional medicine
research for four years, making it the third Indian institute to receive this honor.
NATIONAL
•Finance Ministry Caps Arbitration Value: The Finance Ministry capped arbitration cases involving
government entities or PSEs at ₹10 crore to reduce costs and streamline resolution processes, favoring
mediation and judicial adjudication.

•Vice President Inaugurates 'Prerna Sthal': Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the 'Prerna Sthal'
within the Parliament House Complex, housing statues of national icons and freedom fighters.

•Siddhesh Sakore Named Land Hero by UN: Maharashtra farmer Siddhesh Sakore was named a Land Hero by
the UNCCD for his innovations in natural farming and waste management.

•Oracle Partners with Tamil Nadu for IT Skills Training: Oracle partnered with Tamil Nadu to train over
200,000 students in cloud computing, AI, data science, ML, and blockchain through the Naan Mudhalvan
program.
NATIONAL
•India Advances in Drone Warfare with Nagastra-1: India deployed indigenous Nagastra-1 kamikaze drones
developed by Solar Industries for the Indian Army, enhancing defense capabilities along Northern borders.

•Global Wind Day 2024 Celebrations: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) celebrated Global
Wind Day on June 15, 2024, focusing on wind energy's potential and strategies for adoption in India.

•Mumbai Most Expensive City for Expats: According to Mercer's 2024 Cost of Living Survey, Mumbai is
India's most expensive city for expatriates, ranking 136th globally and 21st in Asia.

•Global Nuclear Weapons Spending Surge: The SIPRI report revealed significant expansions in nuclear
arsenals by the US, Russia, and China in 2023, with global spending on nuclear weapons reaching $91.4
billion.
NATIONAL
•PM Modi Inaugurates Nalanda University Campus: Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new campus of
Nalanda University in Bihar on June 19, symbolizing India's academic heritage.

•Cabinet Approves NFIES: The Union Cabinet approved the National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement
Scheme (NFIES) with a budget of Rs. 2254.43 crore from 2024-25 to 2028-29 to bolster forensic
capabilities.

•CCRYN and Svyasa Conference on "Yoga for Space": CCRYN and Svyasa University organized a conference
on "Yoga for Space" in Bengaluru for International Day of Yoga 2024, focusing on yoga's benefits for
astronauts.

•CERT-In and Mastercard India MoU: CERT-In and Mastercard India signed an MoU to enhance cybersecurity
in India's financial sector through incident response, capacity building, and information sharing.
NATIONAL
•NHAI's Miyawaki Plantation Initiative: NHAI will undertake Miyawaki plantation on land parcels
adjacent to National Highways to increase green cover, identifying over 53 acres around Delhi-
NCR.

•New Major Port at Vadhavan, Maharashtra: The Indian government approved the construction of
a new major port at Vadhavan in Maharashtra to boost foreign trade and the local economy.

•NHAI and IIIT Delhi MoU on Road Safety: NHAI and IIIT Delhi partnered to use AI for improving
road sign availability and safety on National Highways, covering approximately 25,000 kilometers.

•DGCA Advisory on Gender Equality in Aviation: DGCA issued an advisory to increase women's
representation in aviation roles to 25% by 2025, aligning with constitutional principles and ICAO's
vision.
NATIONAL
•Anti-Paper Leak Law Enacted: The Centre enacted a strict anti-paper leak law amid NEET and UGC-NET
controversies, imposing severe penalties including up to 10 years of imprisonment and a Rs 1 crore fine.

•Amit Shah Inaugurates Fast Track Immigration at IGIA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Fast
Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme at Terminal-3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, New
Delhi.

•AFMS Officers Win Medals at World Medical Games: Four AFMS officers won a record-breaking 32 medals
at the 43rd World Medical and Health Games in Saint-Tropez, France, including 19 golds.

•BIS Introduces New EV Safety Standards: The Bureau of Indian Standards introduced new safety and
performance standards for electric vehicles (IS 18590: 2024, IS 18606: 2024) and e-rickshaws/e-karts (IS
18294: 2023).
NATIONAL
•SAMEER and MCTE Collaboration on Wireless Technologies: SAMEER and MCTE of the Indian Army signed
an MoU to collaborate on next-generation wireless technologies, establishing an Advanced Military Research
and Incubation Centre.

•GST Rate Rationalisation Under Review: The government is cautiously assessing GST rate changes to
address imbalances and avoid an inverted duty structure, considering merging four slabs into three.

•64th ISO Council Meeting in New Delhi: The 64th International Sugar Organisation (ISO) Council meeting in
New Delhi gathered delegates from over 30 countries to discuss the global sugar and biofuel industries.

•Om Birla Re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker: Om Birla was re-elected as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha,
marking a significant milestone in India's parliamentary history.
NATIONAL
•Central Electronics Limited Granted Mini RATNA Status: Central Electronics Limited achieved "Mini RATNA"
status (Category-1) during its Golden Jubilee celebration, marking its transformation into a profitable PSU.

•Paraguay Joins International Solar Alliance: Paraguay became the 100th full member of the International
Solar Alliance, marking a milestone in global solar energy cooperation.

•Extended Leave for Government Employees in Surrogacy: Government employees involved in surrogacy will
now receive extended maternity and paternity leave under revised Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972.

•DG RPF Launches Sangyaan App: DG RPF Manoj Yadava launched the Sangyaan App to provide RPF
personnel with comprehensive information on new and old criminal laws, available for Android and iOS.
NATIONAL
•India's Contribution to 'Hindi @ UN' Project: The Government of India contributed USD 1,169,746
to the ‘Hindi @ UN’ project to expand the use of Hindi in the United Nations.

•Central Railway's Floating Solar Plant: The Central Railway installed a 10 MWp floating solar plant in
Igatpuri lake, a first-of-its-kind initiative by Indian Railways to opt for clean and renewable energy.
APPOINTMENTS
•PV Sindhu Appointed Brand Ambassador for Tobacco Control: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has been appointed as the brand
ambassador for Tobacco Control by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The appointment was
announced during an event for World No Tobacco Day 2024, focusing on the theme "Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry
Interference." Union Health Secretary Shri Apurva Chandra addressed the event via video message, emphasizing the harmful
effects of tobacco use.

•Ruchira Kamboj Retires: Ruchira Kamboj, India's first female UN Ambassador, has retired after a distinguished 35-year career. She
stepped down from her role as India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations on June 1.

•New Chairperson of Deendayal Port Trust: Sushil Kumar Singh, an officer from the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical
Engineering (IRSME), has been appointed as the Chairman of Deendayal Port Trust in Kandla, Gujarat. He will serve until his
retirement in January 2027.

•Rakesh Mohan Joshi Appointed as Vice-Chancellor of IIFT: International trade and management expert Rakesh Mohan Joshi has
been named the Vice-Chancellor of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), a business school under the Ministry of
Commerce.
APPOINTMENTS
•Om Birla Re-elected as MP: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has been re-elected as the Member of Parliament
for Kota, winning by a margin of 41,139 votes. He is the first presiding officer in 20 years to achieve this feat.

•New Crown Prince of Kuwait: Sheikh Meshal has dissolved Kuwait's parliament for up to four years amid
political dysfunction. The Emir of Kuwait has appointed Sheikh Sabah Khalid Al Sabah as the new crown
prince.

•Kamal Kishore Soan as Director General, ESIC: Shri Kamal Kishore Soan, a senior IAS officer from the
Jharkhand Cadre, has taken over as the Director General of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
under the Ministry of Labour & Employment.

•Aditya Roy Kapur as Brand Ambassador for Bisleri Limonata: Bisleri International has launched the
#DoubleTheChill campaign for its Bisleri Limonata beverage, featuring actor Aditya Roy Kapur as the brand
ambassador to connect with the Gen Z audience.
APPOINTMENTS
•Philemon Yang Elected President of UNGA: Former Cameroonian Prime Minister Philemon Yang has been
elected as the president of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, succeeding Denis Francis.

•Sameer Bansal Appointed CEO of PNB MetLife: Sameer Bansal has been appointed as the new Managing
Director and Chief Executive Officer of PNB MetLife India Insurance, effective July 1, 2024, succeeding
Ashish Srivastava.

•PM Modi Invited to Form New Government: President Droupadi Murmu has invited Prime Minister
Narendra Modi to form a new government following the BJP's victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with
the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for June 9.

•Raj Priy Singh Appointed Director in Department of Rural Development: Indian Forest Service officer Raj Priy
Singh has been appointed as the Director in the Department of Rural Development under the Ministry of
Rural Development.
APPOINTMENTS
•Priyanka Jarkiholi Youngest Tribal Woman in Lok Sabha: Priyanka Jarkiholi has become the youngest tribal
woman to win a seat in the Lok Sabha from an unreserved seat in Karnataka's Chikkodi constituency,
defeating BJP leader Annasaheb Jolle.

•InderPal Singh Bindra Appointed CCI Secretary: Indian Revenue Service officer InderPal Singh Bindra has
been appointed as the Secretary of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), replacing Anupama Anand.

•Prem Singh Tamang Sworn in as Sikkim Chief Minister: Prem Singh Tamang of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha
(SKM) has been sworn in for a second consecutive term as the Chief Minister of Sikkim.

•Lt General Upendra Dwivedi Named New Army Chief: Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi will assume the
role of Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on June 30, bringing over 39 years of military service experience.
APPOINTMENTS
•New Leadership of COAI: Abhijit Kishore of Vodafone Idea has been appointed as the Chairman
of the Cellular Operators’ Association of India (COAI), with Rahul Vatts of Bharti Airtel as Vice
Chairman.

•Lt Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman Appointed Army Chief of Bangladesh: Lieutenant General Waker-Uz-
Zaman has been named the new Army chief of Bangladesh for a three-year term, starting June 23.

•Prem Prabhakar Appointed MD and CEO of SBICAP Ventures Limited: Prem Prabhakar has been
appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of SBICAP Ventures Limited,
bringing extensive experience from State Bank of India.

•Ajit Doval Reappointed National Security Adviser (NSA): Ajit Doval has been reappointed as the
National Security Adviser, with his term linked to that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
APPOINTMENTS
•P K Mishra Continues as Principal Secretary to PM Modi: Former IAS officer P K Mishra has been re-
appointed as the Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with his appointment co-terminus
with the Prime Minister's term.

•Dr Kapil Dua as AAHRS President: Dr Kapil Dua, a leading hair transplant surgeon in India, has been
appointed President of the Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (AAHRS). The announcement was
made at the AAHRS's 8th Annual Scientific Meeting and Surgical Workshop in China.

•Pawan Kalyan as Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh: Pawan Kalyan, leader of Janasena, has been appointed
Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. He will also oversee the Panchayat Raj and Rural Development,
Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology departments.

•Tesam Pongte as Speaker of Arunachal Pradesh Assembly: Tesam Pongte has been elected unanimously as
the Speaker of the 8th Arunachal Pradesh Assembly.
APPOINTMENTS
•Ajith Kumar KK as MD & CEO of Dhanlaxmi Bank: Ajith Kumar KK, formerly Chief HR Officer at
Federal Bank, has been appointed Managing Director and CEO of Dhanlaxmi Bank, starting June
20, 2024.

•Rajeev Agarwal as Non-Executive Independent Director at Paytm: Rajeev Agarwal, former SEBI
whole-time director, has been named non-executive independent director at Paytm, replacing
Neeraj Arora.

•Ashwani Kumar as MCD Commissioner: IAS officer Ashwani Kumar has been appointed
Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), succeeding Gyanesh Bharti.

•Girish Tanti as Chairman of GWEC India: Girish Tanti, Vice-Chairman of Suzlon Group, has been
appointed Chairman of the Global Wind Energy Council India, effective June 17.
APPOINTMENTS
•Sudhakararao Papa as Director (Enterprise) at BSNL: Sudhakararao Papa has been appointed
Director (Enterprise) of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), pending final approvals.

•Bhartruhari Mahtab as Pro-Tem Speaker of Lok Sabha: Bhartruhari Mahtab has been appointed as
the pro-tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

•Manoj Jain as CMD of Bharat Electronics Limited: Manoj Jain has been appointed Chairman and
Managing Director of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).

•Atul Kumar Chaudhary as TRAI Secretary: Atul Kumar Chaudhary has been appointed Secretary
of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), succeeding V Raghunandan.
APPOINTMENTS
•Rear Adm Nelson D’Souza as Commandant of MILIT Pune: Rear Admiral Nelson D’Souza has
taken over as Commandant of the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune.

•Pradeep Singh Kharola as Additional Charge of NTA DG: Pradeep Singh Kharola, Chairman and
MD of India Trade Promotion Organisation, has been assigned additional charge of Director
General of the National Testing Agency (NTA) until a new appointment is made.

•C. Ayyanna Patrudu as Speaker of Andhra Assembly: C. Ayyanna Patrudu has been elected
unanimously as the Speaker of the 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly.

•Paul Thomas as Chairperson of Sa-Dhan: Paul Thomas, MD & CEO of ESAF Small Finance Bank,
has been elected Chairperson of Sa-Dhan, an association of microfinance institutions.
APPOINTMENTS
•Gaurav Banerjee as MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India: Gaurav Banerjee, a former
Disney executive, has been appointed Managing Director and CEO of Sony Pictures Networks
India, effective August 26, pending regulatory approvals.

•Anuj Tyagi as MD and CEO of HDFC ERGO General Insurance: Anuj Tyagi has been appointed
MD and CEO of HDFC ERGO General Insurance, effective July 1, 2024.

•Girija Subramanian as CMD of New India Assurance: Girija Subramanian has been appointed
chairman and managing director of New India Assurance, effective June 19, 2024.

•Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani as Vice Chief of Army Staff: Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani has been
appointed as the next Vice Chief of Army Staff, succeeding Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi.
APPOINTMENTS
•J.P. Nadda as Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha: J.P. Nadda, BJP president and Union Minister, has been
named Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha, replacing Piyush Goyal.

•Simon Mak as VC of Universal AI University: Simon Mak, an international strategist and award-winning
professor, has been appointed Vice-Chancellor of India’s first AI university, Universal AI University (UAIU).

•Aksha Mohit Kamboj as Vice President of IBJA: Aksha Mohit Kamboj has been appointed as the first female
Vice President of the India Bullion Jewellers Association (IBJA), effective June 22, 2024.

•Vikram Misri as Foreign Secretary of India: Vikram Misri, currently Deputy National Security Advisor, will
become India’s Foreign Secretary on July 15, succeeding Vinay Mohan Kwatra.

•António Costa as President of the European Council: Former Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa has
been appointed President of the European Council, the second-highest position in the European Union.
SPORTS
•India Joins World Boxing: The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has agreed to join the newly formed World
Boxing (WB) after the IOC refused to recognize the International Boxing Association (IBA), with the BFI’s
affiliation to be confirmed at the ongoing World Olympic qualifiers in Bangkok.

•Brydon Carse’s Suspension: England cricketer Brydon Carse has been suspended for three months for
breaching betting regulations, having placed 303 bets on cricket matches between 2017 and 2019.

•Dinesh Karthik Retires: Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has announced his retirement from all
forms of cricket, following his emotional farewell from the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL.

•Real Madrid Wins 15th Champions League: Real Madrid won a record-extending 15th UEFA Champions
League title by defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at Wembley Stadium.

•Indian Athletes at Taiwan Athletics Open: Nayana James won the gold medal in the women’s long jump at
the Taiwan Athletics Open 2024, recording a distance of 6.43m despite rainy conditions.
SPORTS
•Record Prize Money for T20 World Cup: The 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup will feature a record prize
money of at least $2.45 million for the winners, the highest in the tournament’s history.

•PV Sindhu’s Investment: PV Sindhu has invested in and become the brand ambassador for Greenday's
‘Better Nutrition’, focusing on tackling micronutrient deficiencies in India.

•Kedar Jadhav Retires: Former Indian all-rounder Kedar Jadhav has announced his retirement from all forms of
cricket, following Dinesh Karthik’s recent retirement.

•India vs Ireland in T20 World Cup: India began their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign with an 8-wicket victory
over Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.

•Rohit Sharma’s Record Performance: Captain Rohit Sharma led India to an 8-wicket victory over Ireland in
their T20 World Cup opener, with Jasprit Bumrah earning the ‘Man of the Match’ award for his outstanding
bowling performance.
SPORTS
•India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Head-to-Head: India leads 6-1 against Pakistan in T20 World
Cup matches, with one tied game in 2007.

•Top Run-Scorers in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Matches: Notable performances include
Virat Kohli and Mohammad Rizwan in the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup rivalry.

•Top Wicket-Takers in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Matches: Key bowlers include Irfan Pathan
and Mohammad Asif, who have made significant impacts in these encounters.

•French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz won the men’s singles title by defeating Alexander Zverev in a
five-set final.

•Norway Chess 2024: Magnus Carlsen won his sixth Norway Chess title by beating Fabiano
Caruana in the final.
SPORTS
•Canadian Grand Prix 2024: Max Verstappen claimed his third consecutive victory at the Canadian
Grand Prix.

•T20 World Cup 2024 Teams and Squads: The T20 World Cup 2024 will feature global teams,
with New Zealand announcing its squad first and Pakistan last.

•Sumit Nagpal’s ATP Challenger Title: Sumit Nagpal won his sixth ATP Challenger title at the
Heilbronn Neckarcup 2024 in Germany.

•MotoGP Bharat 2025: Noida will host the MotoGP event from 2025 to 2029, following a
postponement from 2024.

•Puja Tomar in UFC: Puja Tomar became the first Indian to win a UFC bout, defeating Rayanne
Amanda dos Santos.
SPORTS
•India to Host 2025 FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup: India will host the 2025 FIH Hockey
Men’s Junior World Cup with an expanded format featuring 24 teams.

•Amol Kale’s Passing: Mumbai Cricket Association Honorary President Amol Kale passed away due
to cardiac arrest in New York during the India vs Pakistan match.

•Shruti Vora’s Dressage Win: Shruti Vora became the first Indian to win a three-star Grand Prix
event in dressage at Lipica, Slovenia.

•Tata Communications’ Deal with World Athletics: Tata Communications secured a five-year
broadcasting deal with World Athletics for major track and field events.

•ICC Players of the Month for May: Gudakesh Motie was named ICC Men’s Player of the Month
for May 2024 for his role in West Indies' series win over South Africa.
SPORTS
•Divya Deshmukh Wins FIDE U-20 Championship: Divya Deshmukh from Nagpur, India, won the FIDE
Under-20 Girls' World Chess Championship, becoming the fourth Indian woman to achieve this.

•ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table: The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 features 20 teams split into four
groups, with the top teams advancing through multiple stages to the final.

•Lee Zii Jia Wins BWF Australian Open 2024: Lee Zii Jia from Malaysia won the BWF Australian Open 2024,
securing his second title of the season.

•Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold at Paavo Nurmi Games 2024: Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in men's javelin
throw at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 in Finland.

•Pat Cummins Claims T20 World Cup Hat-Trick: Pat Cummins took a hat-trick and David Warner's unbeaten
fifty led Australia to a win over Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup.
SPORTS
•Bajrang Punia Suspended by NADA: Wrestler Bajrang Punia was suspended by NADA for
refusing to provide a urine sample, with plans to challenge the suspension legally.

•Max Verstappen Wins Spanish Grand Prix 2024: Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix,
maintaining his lead in the Formula 1 championship.

•Indian Archers Shine at Archery World Cup 2024: Indian archers won four medals, including one
gold, at Stage 3 of the Archery World Cup 2024 in Turkey.

•India National Cricket Team Overview: The India National Cricket Team is renowned globally, with
an impressive legacy and large fan base.

•UEFA Euro 2024 Winners List: The article provides a historical list of UEFA Euro Championship
winners, with Italy being the reigning champions.
SPORTS
•Rohit Sharma Hits 200 Sixes in T20Is: Rohit Sharma became the first player to hit 200 sixes in
T20 internationals during a match in the 2024 T20 World Cup.

•T20 World Cup 2024 Final Details: Information about the date, location, timing, and stadium for
the T20 World Cup 2024 final is provided.

•Biggest Totals in T20 Cricket: Nepal holds the record for the highest T20 score, with 314/3
against Mongolia in the Asian Games 2023.

•India Wins 11 Medals at U-17 Asian Wrestling Championship 2024: Indian wrestlers won 11
medals, including four golds, at the U-17 Asian Wrestling Championship 2024.

•Smriti Mandhana Makes ODI History: Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to score
consecutive ODI centuries and set a new record for the most runs in a bilateral series.
SPORTS
•Pat Cummins' Second T20 World Cup Hat-Trick: Pat Cummins made history with his second T20
World Cup hat-trick during a match against Afghanistan.

•Fastest T20 Century Record: Estonia's Sahil Chauhan set the record for the fastest century in T20
cricket in June 2024.

•ODI World Cup Winners List: A list of ODI World Cup winners from 1975 to 2023, with Australia
winning the 2023 World Cup.

•South Africa Reaches T20 World Cup Final: South Africa advanced to their first T20 World Cup
final by defeating Afghanistan.

•David Warner Retires from International Cricket: David Warner retired from international cricket
after Australia’s exit from the T20 World Cup.
SPORTS
•Fastest Fifty in T20 Cricket: The article lists the fastest fifties in T20 cricket, with Dipendra Singh
Airee setting a new record.

•Highest Run Chase in T20 Cricket: South Africa achieved the highest run chase in T20 cricket,
scoring 259/4.

•Kapil Dev Elected PGTI President: Kapil Dev has been elected as the president of the
Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).

•Shafali Verma’s Record-Breaking Double Century: Shafali Verma scored a double century in a
women's Test match, setting a new record.

•Global Chess League Returns to London: The second edition of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess
League will be held in London from October 3-12, 2024.
SPORTS
•India vs South Africa T20 World Cup Head-to-Head Record: The article discusses the head-to-
head record between India and South Africa in T20 World Cups, leading up to their final match.

•India Wins T20 World Cup 2024: India won the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating South
Africa by 7 runs.

•Virat Kohli Retires from T20 Cricket: Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 internationals
after India's T20 World Cup victory.

•Rohit Sharma Announces T20I Retirement: Rohit Sharma also announced his retirement from T20
internationals following India's World Cup win.

•T20 World Cup Winners List (2007-2024): The article provides a list of T20 World Cup winners
from 2007 to 2024.
SPORTS
•Top Run-Scorers in T20 World Cup 2024: Rahmanullah Gurbaz of Afghanistan is the top
run-scorer in the T20 World Cup 2024.
•Top Wicket-Takers in T20 World Cup 2024: Arshdeep Singh of India and Fazalhaq
Farooqi of Afghanistan are the leading wicket-takers in the T20 World Cup 2024.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
•Bruhat Soma Wins Scripps National Spelling Bee: Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old Indian-American, won the
Scripps National Spelling Bee, spelling 29 words correctly in the tiebreaker and earning over $50,000.

•NIMHANS Receives Nelson Mandela Award: The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
(NIMHANS) in Bengaluru has been honored with the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion by the
WHO.

•Krishna Prakash Honored with Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award: Krishna Prakash, Mumbai Police's special
counterterrorism team leader, received the Annual Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award.

•Siddhalinga Pattanashetti Wins Gudleppa Hallikeri Award: Poet and playwright Siddhalinga Pattanashetti was
awarded the Gudleppa Hallikeri Award for 2024.

•Sanya Malhotra Wins Best Actress at New York Indian Film Festival: Sanya Malhotra won the Best Actress
award for her role in “Mrs.” at the New York Indian Film Festival.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
•Nar Singh and Rohini Lokhande Receive Dilip Bose Lifetime Achievement Award: Coach Nar Singh and
former national team member Rohini Lokhande were awarded the Dilip Bose Lifetime Achievement Award.

•C-DOT Wins UN WSIS Award for Disaster Resilience Technology: The Centre for Development of Telematics
(C-DOT) was recognized with the UN WSIS Award for its disaster resilience technology.

•SEBI Receives Best Conduct of Business Regulator Award: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
was awarded the 'Best Conduct of Business Regulator' by The Asian Banker.

•2024 Kavli Prize Winners Announced: The 2024 Kavli Prize was awarded to individuals for their
contributions to astrophysics, nanoscience, and neuroscience.

•Sahitya Akademi Announces Yuva Puraskar Winners: The Sahitya Akademi announced the 2024 Yuva
Puraskar winners, including English writer K Vaishali and Hindi author Gaurav Pandey.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
•Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala Celebrates Honorary Doctorate for P. Madhavankutty Varier: P. Madhavankutty Varier of
Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala received an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Kerala University of Health Sciences.

•Vinod Ganatra Receives Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award: Filmmaker Vinod Ganatra was honored with
the Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to children’s cinema.

•Subbiah Nallamuthu Wins V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award: Wildlife filmmaker Subbiah Nallamuthu was
awarded the V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in documentary filmmaking.

•GRSE Wins Sustainable Governance Champion Award: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) received the
Sustainable Governance Champion Award for its commitment to sustainable practices.

•Arundhati Roy Receives Pen Pinter Prize: Author Arundhati Roy was awarded the Pen Pinter Prize for her literary
contributions and commitment to freedom of expression.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
•Sanjana Thakur Wins Commonwealth Short Story Prize: Sanjana Thakur won the 2024
Commonwealth Short Story Prize for her story “Aishwarya Rai,” beating over 7,359
entrants.
•Dr. Usha Thakur Receives Vishwa Hindi Samman: Dr. Usha Thakur was honored with
the 12th Vishwa Hindi Samman for her contributions to Hindi literature and cultural ties
between India and Nepal.
SCHEMES AND COMMITTEES
•MoU for Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya: The Department of School Education signed an MoU with the National Book Trust to establish
the Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya digital library, improving book accessibility nationwide.

•Ashok Leyland Launches ‘Sarathi Suraksha’ Policy: Ashok Leyland introduced the ‘Sarathi Suraksha Policy’, a comprehensive
insurance for driver safety.

•Farmers Opt Out of PM-Kisan Scheme: Over 1 lakh farmers voluntarily relinquished PM-Kisan benefits, with Bihar, Uttar Pradesh,
and Rajasthan leading the exits.

•European Commission Excludes Tanzania from Grant: Tanzania has been excluded from a European Commission conservation
grant, affecting conservation efforts in East Africa.

•SEBI Fines for 'Pump and Dump' Scheme: SEBI fined 11 individuals Rs 7.75 crore and debarred them for operating a 'pump and
dump' scheme.

•National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX) Launch: The Ministry and IRDAI are launching the NHCX, a digital platform for
insurance and healthcare integration.
SCHEMES AND COMMITTEES
•Portugal Adapts Golden Visa Scheme: Portugal will modify its golden visa scheme to require investments in affordable housing
and migrant accommodation.

•PMAY Overview: The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) aims to provide affordable housing to the poor by 2022, marking a
significant housing initiative in India.

•Modi Signs 17th PM-Kisan Instalment: Prime Minister Modi authorized the 17th instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme, benefiting
over 93 million farmers.

•Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Overview: The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan aims to make India self-reliant by promoting local
manufacturing and reducing import dependency.

•Mission Karmayogi Overview: Mission Karmayogi seeks to reform and enhance the efficiency of Indian civil services.

•India’s Deep Sea Mission: India is launching a Deep Sea Mission, becoming the sixth country to undertake such a project.
SCHEMES AND COMMITTEES
•VGF Scheme for Offshore Wind Projects: The Union Cabinet approved a ₹7,453 crore Viability Gap Funding scheme for
offshore wind energy projects in India.

•Krishi Sakhi Program: Prime Minister Modi awarded certificates to 30,000 self-help groups under the Krishi Sakhi program to
empower rural women in agriculture.

•National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign: The National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024 was launched to address diarrhoea through
awareness and distribution of ORS and zinc tablets.

•“One Week One Theme” Campaign: Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the “One Week One Theme” campaign to highlight India's
recent achievements in science and technology.

•Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao Initiative: MoHUA launched the Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao initiative to enhance urban
preparedness for monsoon cleanliness and health challenges.

•PM Gati Shakti Scheme Praised: Morgan Stanley praised the PM Gati Shakti scheme for its positive impact on infrastructure
investment in India.
AGREEMENTS
•UDAAN Drone Startup Acceleration: IIT Kanpur, the Centre of Excellence for UAVs, and DFI
launched UDAAN, a program providing emerging drone startups with facilities, mentorship,
financial support, and business guidance.

•Peru and Slovakia Join Artemis Accords: Peru and Slovakia signed NASA’s Artemis Accords,
becoming the 41st and 42nd countries to join the U.S.-led agreement for safe lunar exploration.

•New BRICS Members Welcomed: India welcomed Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia as
new BRICS members during their representatives' first key meeting of the grouping.

•Jammu & Kashmir and New Zealand Agricultural Partnership: Jammu & Kashmir expanded its
agricultural partnership with New Zealand into a strategic agreement, focusing on advanced
breeding technology, sustainable practices, and disease control in sheep and goat sectors.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
•Bill Gates' Memoir "Source Code": Bill Gates will release his memoir, "Source Code: My
Beginnings," on February 4, 2025, offering a detailed look into his influential life and career.

•Alpana Killawala’s "A Fly on the RBI Wall": Alpana Killawala’s book, "A Fly on the RBI Wall," details
her 25-year career at the RBI and the evolution of its communication strategies.

•R. Ashwin’s Autobiography: Cricketer R. Ashwin will publish his autobiography, "I Have the
Streets: A Kutti Cricket Story," exploring his journey in cricket.

•Alia Bhatt’s Children’s Book: Alia Bhatt revealed her debut children’s book, "Ed Finds a Home,"
marking the start of her “Ed-a-mamma” series.

•Maharashtra Governor's Maritime History Book: Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais released
"Gateways to the Sea," a book on the maritime history of Mumbai's ports and docks.
SUMMITS
•KAZA Summit 2024: Leaders from the KAZA countries agreed to advocate for lifting the ivory
trade ban at CoP20 of CITES in Geneva next year.

•77th World Health Assembly: The Assembly amended the International Health Regulations to
improve global pandemic preparedness and support developing nations.

•3rd Indian Analytical Congress: The congress focused on advancements in analytical science for
measuring and interpreting chemical and structural data.

•Climate Conference in November: The UNFCCC COP 29 conference in Baku will emphasize
"Peace" and "Truce" to address climate change amid conflicts.

•Indian Delegation at ILC: India's delegation, led by Sumita Dawra, participated in the 112th
International Labour Conference in Geneva.
SUMMITS
•BRICS Expansion: India welcomed Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia as new BRICS
members during a key meeting in Russia.

•G7 Summit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi traveled to Italy for the G7 summit, his first foreign
trip of his third term, focusing on AI, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.

•National Commission for Indian System of Medicine: The Commission held a national conference,
'PRANA,' to celebrate its 4th foundation day and discuss ISM innovations.

•India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference: The conference in New Delhi concluded, involving
discussions among IORA member states on cruise tourism.

•G7 Summit Highlights: Modi held bilateral meetings with world leaders, including UK PM Rishi
Sunak and French President Emmanuel Macron, and met Pope Francis.
SUMMITS
•Bonn Climate Conference: The conference in Bonn showed limited progress, raising
concerns for the upcoming COP29 summit in Baku.
•112th International Labour Conference: The ILC in Geneva was attended by over 4,900
delegates; the next session will be in June 2025.
•E-Medical Visa Facility for Bangladesh: India will introduce an e-medical visa for
Bangladeshi nationals and open a consulate in Rangpur.
•EAM Jaishankar at SCO Summit: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will represent
India at the SCO summit in Astana, focusing on regional security and trade.
RANKS & REPORTS
•Gautam Adani: Gautam Adani has regained the title of Asia's richest person, surpassing
Mukesh Ambani due to a rise in Adani Group's stock prices.
•Oleg Kononenko: Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko has set a record by spending
1,000 cumulative days in space.
•Infosys: Infosys has been ranked among the top 100 most valuable global brands for the
third consecutive year by Kantar.
•Global Peace Index 2024: The Global Peace Index 2024 assesses global peacefulness
across 163 countries, providing insights into peace trends and economic impacts of
violence.
RANKS & REPORTS
•India’s Nitrous Oxide Emissions: India is the second-largest emitter of nitrous oxide, a potent
greenhouse gas, contributing nearly 11% of global emissions in 2020, primarily from fertilizer use.

•India’s Environmental Performance 2024: India ranks 176th out of 180 countries in the 2024
Environmental Performance Index, showing minimal improvement in air quality, biodiversity, and
greenhouse gas emissions.

•Virat Kohli: Cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top spot as India's most valued celebrity brand
with a brand value of $227.9 million, according to Kroll's 2023 report.

•India’s Airline Market: India has become the world’s third-largest domestic airline market,
reflecting the highest growth rate in seat capacity globally.
IMPORTANT DATES
Date Events Themes
1st June World Milk Day “Moving towards a healthy tomorrow: Ensuring the
nutritional benefit of milk for our overall wellbeing. “
Global Day of Parents “The Promise of Playful Parenting”

2nd June International Sex “Access to Justice”

Worker Day
3rd June World Bicycle Day “Promoting Health, Equity, and Sustainability through Cycling.”
4th June International Day of NA
Innocent Children
Victims of Aggression
5th June World Environment Day "Our Land, Our Future.
7th June World Food Safely Day “Prepare for the unexpected”
IMPORTANT DATES
Date Events Themes
8th June World Ocean Day “Revitalization: Collective Action for the Ocean”
World Brain Tumor Day “ Brain Health and Prevention “
12th June World Day Against Child “ Let's act on our commitments: End Child Labour! “
Labour
14th June World Blood Donor Day "20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!"
15th June World Wind Day “Pawan Urja: Powering the Future of India”.
World Elder Abuse “ Ensuring older people's safety in emergencies “
Awareness Day
17th June World Day to Combat “United for Land. Our Legacy. Our Future”
Desertification and
Drought (International)
IMPORTANT DATES
Date Events Themes
18th June Autistic Day "Moving from Surviving to Thriving: Autistic Individuals share
regional perspectives"
19th June World Sickle Cell "Hope Through Progress: Advancing Sickle Cell Care Globally."
Awareness Day
World Sauntering Day Encouraging people all over the world to slow down and
appreciate the world around them and connect with nature.
20th June World Refugee Day “Everyone is Welcome”
21st June World Music Day “Music on the Intersections”
World Hydrography Day "Hydrographic Information - Enhancing Safety, Efficiency and
Sustainability in Marine Activities"
IMPORTANT DATES
Date Events Themes
23rd June International Olympic Day “ Let's Move and Celebrate.”
United Nations Public “Fostering Innovation amid Global Challenges: a Public
Service Day Sector Perspective”
International Widows Day “Accelerating the achievement of gender equality “
26th June International Day against “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention”.
Drug Addict and Illicit
Trafficking
International Day in Support “Torture Is A Crime, End It Now.”
to Victims in Torture
30th June Asteroid Day “Commemorate the Tunguska Event. “