Current Affairs June 2024

Recap of important events from early June 2024: New ministers taking oath in Tamil Nadu's cabinet, updates from the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup, major reforms in the National Testing Agency after a paper leak, India and Nepal signing significant agreements during a bilateral summit, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) winning 311 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

30th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• India's Victory in T20 World Cup 2024: India defeated South Africa by 7 runs in the final match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, clinching an ICC title after 11 years. Virat Kohli was named Player of the Match, while Jasprit Bumrah was awarded Player of the Tournament.
• Virat Kohli's Retirement from T20 Internationals: Following India's T20 World Cup win, Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 Internationals. He finished his career with 4,188 runs in 125 matches, averaging 48.69.
• Rohit Sharma's Retirement from T20 Internationals: India skipper Rohit Sharma also announced his retirement from T20 Internationals after leading the team to its second World Cup in the format. Rohit leaves T20Is with 4,231 runs from 159 matches, including five hundreds and 32 fifties.
• Indian Women's Cricket Team Sets Test Record: The Indian women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, made history by scoring 525 runs for the loss of four wickets on the opening day of a Test match against South Africa. This is the highest number of runs scored in a single day in Test history, for both men and women.

28th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• India in T20 World Cup Final: India advanced to the final of the Men’s T20 World Cup after defeating defending champions England by 68 runs in the semi-final in Guyana.
• Rohit Sharma Breaks Captaincy Record: India captain Rohit Sharma became the most successful captain in T20Is, surpassing Babar Azam's record with 49 wins out of 61 matches.
• Arundhati Roy Honored with Pen Pinter Prize 2024: Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy was awarded the prestigious Pen Pinter Prize 2024 for her "unflinching and unswerving" writings. The prize celebrates literature and defends freedom of expression.

26th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Om Birla Re-Elected as Lok Sabha Speaker: NDA candidate Om Birla was re-elected as the Speaker of Lok Sabha for the second consecutive time, winning against INDIA bloc's K Suresh via voice vote.
• Rahul Gandhi Elected as Leader of Opposition: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was elected as the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha.
• World’s First Conservation Centre for Asian King Vultures: Uttar Pradesh is set to establish the world’s first conservation and breeding center for Asian king vultures, also known as red-headed vultures, in Maharajganj.

25th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Julian Assange Released from Prison: WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was released from Belmarsh prison in the UK after pleading guilty to violating US espionage law. The deal ended his imprisonment in the UK and allowed him to return to Australia.
• Spectrum Auction Begins: The Centre began the auction of spectrum worth more than ₹96,000 crore for telecom services, aimed at augmenting existing services and maintaining continuity.
• Kozhikode Declared UNESCO 'City of Literature': Kozhikode in North Kerala was officially declared as India's first UNESCO 'City of Literature'.
• India's Rank in Global Gender Gap Index 2024: India was ranked 129th out of 146 countries in the 2024 Global Gender Gap Index.

24th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• 18th Lok Sabha Session Begins: The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha began, with the oath and affirmation of newly elected members taking place.
• Bhartruhari Mahtab as Pro-Tem Speaker: Seven-time MP Bhartruhari Mahtab was sworn in as Pro-tem Speaker for the 18th Lok Sabha. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath to the BJP MP from Cuttack.
• JP Nadda Appointed Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha: Union Health Minister and senior BJP leader JP Nadda was appointed as the Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha.
• Pat Cummins' T20 World Cup Hat-Tricks: Australia’s Pat Cummins became the first bowler to take two T20 World Cup hat-tricks during the Super Eight encounter against Afghanistan at Kingstown, St. Vincent.

22nd June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024: The government introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, to curb paper leaks and cheating in public exams. The Act includes provisions for a maximum jail term of 10 years and a fine of up to ₹1 crore for offenders.
• High-Level Committee for NTA Exams: The education ministry announced the formation of a seven-member high-level committee to ensure transparent and fair conduct of exams by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The committee is headed by former ISRO chief Dr. K Radhakrishnan.
• India-Bangladesh Agreements and MoUs: India and Bangladesh exchanged agreements and renewed multiple MoUs in various fields, including digital and green partnerships, maritime cooperation, the blue economy, health, space collaboration, and disaster management.

21st June-2024, Current Affairs:

• 10th International Day of Yoga: The 10th International Day of Yoga was celebrated globally, with the theme "Yoga for Self and Society."
• UGC-NET Exam Cancelled: The Ministry of Education canceled the UGC-NET exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency, just a day after it was held. Over 9 lakh candidates appeared for the exam, which is held for Assistant Professor posts and determining eligibility for junior research fellowships.

19th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Post Office Act, 2023 Comes into Effect: The Post Office Act, of 2023 officially came into effect, replacing the Indian Post Office Act, of 1898. The Act allows the government to intercept articles transmitted through India Post on specified grounds, including security and public order.
• Vinod Ganatra Awarded 'Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award': Renowned filmmaker Vinod Ganatra became the first Indian to be conferred the prestigious 'Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award' for his contribution to films.
• Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold at Paavo Nurmi Games: Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra won a gold medal with a throw of 85.97m at the 2024 Paavo Nurmi Games.
• World Sickle Cell Day: World Sickle Cell Day was observed today.

17th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Eid-ul-Adha Celebrations: The festival of Eid-ul-Adha was celebrated with religious fervor and solemnity.
• Smriti Mandhana Surpasses 7000 International Runs: India's star opener Smriti Mandhana surpassed 7000 international runs during the first ODI against South Africa. She is the second Indian after Mithali Raj to achieve this milestone.
• Train Collision in Darjeeling: Nine people, including three Railway employees, died, and about 50 others were injured after an express train collided with a goods train in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal.

14th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• World Blood Donor Day: World Blood Donor Day was observed, with the theme "20 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors!"
• Pema Khandu Takes Oath as Arunachal Pradesh CM: BJP legislature party leader Pema Khandu took oath as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third consecutive term.
• PM Modi Attends G7 Summit in Italy: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Brindisi airport in Italy's Apulia to attend the outreach session of the G7 Summit.

13th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Ajit Doval Reappointed as NSA: Ajit Doval was reappointed as the National Security Advisor, and PK Mishra as the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, effective from June 10, 2024.
• Saudi Arabia Ends Petrodollar Deal with US: Saudi Arabia decided not to renew its 80-year petrodollar deal with the United States, originally signed on June 8, 1974, which had been a key part of US global economic influence.

12th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi Appointed Chief of Indian Army: Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, currently the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, was appointed as the next chief of the Indian Army, taking over from General Manoj C Pande on June 30.
• N Chandrababu Naidu Takes Oath as Andhra CM: TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu took oath as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister for the fourth time after his party's victory in the Assembly polls.
• Mohan Charan Majhi Sworn in as Odisha CM: Mohan Charan Majhi was sworn in as Chief Minister of Odisha in a ceremony today.
• World Day Against Child Labour: World Day Against Child Labour was observed today.

11th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Mohan Charan Majhi Announced as New Odisha CM: The BJP announced Mohan Charan Majhi as the new Chief Minister of Odisha. The tribal leader is a first-time CM from Odisha and will be the first BJP Chief Minister in the state.
• N Chandrababu Naidu Announced as Andhra Pradesh CM: TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu was announced as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister after the party's victory in the 2024 Assembly polls.

9th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Cabinet Expansion in Tamil Nadu: In Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister MK Stalin expanded his cabinet by inducting two more ministers. DMK ministers Mano Thangaraj and SS Sivasankar took oath as new ministers at a ceremony held in Chennai.
• T20 World Cup 2024: The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 continued with group stage matches. Australia and South Africa advanced to the Super Eight stage.

8th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• NTA Reforms Announced: The Ministry of Education announced a comprehensive overhaul of the National Testing Agency (NTA) after a major exam paper leak. New measures include tighter security protocols and the introduction of a blockchain-based examination management system.

7th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• India-Nepal Bilateral Summit: India and Nepal signed several key agreements during a bilateral summit in Kathmandu. These agreements include collaborations on water resource management, enhancement of cross-border trade, and infrastructure development projects aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations.
• Lok Sabha Election Results Announced: The results of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections were declared, with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) securing a decisive victory by winning 311 seats, ensuring a strong mandate for the coalition in the new government.

5th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• World Environment Day: World Environment Day was observed with the theme "Ecosystem Restoration" to raise awareness about the importance of protecting and restoring natural ecosystems.
• ISRO Successfully Launches GSLV Mk III: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the GSLV Mk III rocket carrying a communication satellite into orbit from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.
• WTO Rules in Favor of India in Solar Panel Dispute: The World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled in favor of India in a dispute with the United States regarding India's solar panel manufacturing and export policies, allowing India to continue its support for domestic solar industries.

4th June-2024, Current Affairs:

• India and UAE Sign Comprehensive Trade Agreement: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to enhance trade relations and cooperation in various sectors, including energy, technology, and defense.
• PM Modi Addresses World Economic Forum: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a keynote address at the World Economic Forum, focusing on India's economic growth, digital transformation, and global leadership in renewable energy.
• India's Unemployment Rate Drops: The unemployment rate in India dropped to 5.8% in May 2024, the lowest in the last two years, reflecting a significant recovery in the job market after the pandemic.

3rd June-2024, Current Affairs:

• G7 Leaders Pledge Climate Action: The G7 leaders, including India as a special invitee, pledged to take concrete actions to address climate change, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing renewable energy usage, and supporting developing countries in their transition to a green economy.
• Indian Railways Launches Hydrogen-Powered Train: Indian Railways launched its first hydrogen-powered train, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable transportation. The train will initially operate on selected routes in the Northern Railway zone.
• India's GDP Growth Rate: The Indian government announced that the country's GDP grew by 7.2% in the first quarter of 2024, driven by strong performance in the manufacturing, services, and agriculture sectors.

2nd June-2024, Current Affairs:

• India Wins Asia Cup 2024: India won the Asia Cup 2024, defeating Pakistan by 5 wickets in the final match held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Shubman Gill was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
• India-China Border Talks: India and China held the 20th round of border talks in New Delhi to resolve ongoing disputes along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Both sides agreed to maintain peace and stability while continuing negotiations.
• India Launches National Green Hydrogen Mission: The Indian government launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission, aiming to produce 5 million metric tons of green hydrogen annually by 2030. The mission is part of India's strategy to achieve energy independence and reduce carbon emissions.

1st June-2024, Current Affairs:

• Monsoon Arrives in Kerala: The southwest monsoon officially arrived in Kerala, marking the beginning of the monsoon season in India. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted normal rainfall for the country this year.
• India's Exports Reach Record High: India's merchandise exports reached a record high of $35 billion in May 2024, driven by strong demand for engineering goods, pharmaceuticals, and textiles in international markets.
• Government Launches 'BharatNet 2.0': The Indian government launched 'BharatNet 2.0,' an ambitious project to provide high-speed internet connectivity to all gram panchayats in the country by 2026. The project aims to bridge the digital divide and promote digital inclusion in rural areas.