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June 24 | Daily Current Affairs 2024

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs June 24

1. What is the theme for International Olympic Day 2024?
A) Move for Health
B) Unity in Sports
C) Let’s Move and Celebrate
D) Sports for All
E) Excellence in Action
Answer: C) Let’s Move and Celebrate

Event and Location:

• Event: International Olympic Day 2024
• Date: June 23, 2024
• Location: Globally celebrated

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and celebrate the unifying power of sports
• Theme: ‘Let’s Move and Celebrate’
  • Encourages physical activity and healthy living
  • Highlights the role of sports in promoting peace and development

Important Terms Explained:

• International Olympic Committee (IOC): The organization responsible for the Olympic Games, founded on June 23, 1894, in Paris.
• Olympic Values: Excellence, friendship, and respect, which are promoted through sports and the celebration of Olympic Day.

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2. What is the theme for International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2024?
A) Gender Equality in Governance
B) Women Leading Peace Processes
C) Inclusive Diplomacy
D) Women Empowerment
E) Equal Participation in Decision-Making
Answer: C) Inclusive Diplomacy

Event and Location:

• Event: International Day of Women in Diplomacy
• Date: June 24, 2024
• Location: Globally recognized

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Recognize and celebrate the contributions of women in diplomacy and advocate for increased representation of women in key decision-making positions.
• Theme: Inclusive Diplomacy
  • Focuses on the importance of women in diplomacy and their contributions to better governance and decision-making processes.
  • Highlights the need for gender equality and the elimination of violence against women in politics.

Important Terms Explained:

• UN General Assembly (UNGA): The world’s largest yearly meeting of world leaders, where gender equality has been a significant focus.
• UN Security Council: Responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with women’s representation slightly over a third.
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A set of 17 global goals designed to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all, with SDG 5 focusing on gender equality.

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Sports - Daily Current Affairs June 24

3. Who won the Spanish Grand Prix and what were the key factors in their victory?
A) Lewis Hamilton, due to a strategic pit stop
B) Max Verstappen, due to a strong start and pace control
C) Lando Norris, due to an aggressive final lap
D) George Russell, due to tire management
E) Charles Leclerc, due to excellent qualifying performance
Answer: B) Max Verstappen, due to a strong start and pace control

Event and Location:

• Event: Spanish Grand Prix
• Location: Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain
• Date: June 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Win the Spanish Grand Prix
• Outcome: Max Verstappen wins his seventh race of the season

Important Terms Explained:

• Pit Stop Strategy: Crucial in Formula 1 for managing tire wear and race position.
• Pace Control: The ability of a driver to manage their speed and maintain a lead.

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4. Why was Bajrang Punia suspended by NADA?
A) For using performance-enhancing drugs
B) For refusing to provide a urine sample
C) For missing multiple doping tests
D) For possessing banned substances
E) For failing a doping test
Answer: B) For refusing to provide a urine sample

Event and Location:

• Event: Suspension of Bajrang Punia by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA)
• Location: Following a bout at the selection trials for the Paris Olympics qualification in Sonepat

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Enforce anti-doping regulations and ensure fair play in sports
• Reason for Suspension: Refusal to provide a urine sample during a doping test

Important Terms Explained:

• NADA (National Anti-Doping Agency): The apex body responsible for promoting, coordinating, and monitoring doping control in sports in India.
• ADRV (Anti-Doping Rule Violation): Any breach of anti-doping rules, including refusal to submit a sample for testing.

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Banking and Finance - Daily Current Affairs June 24

5. Which global travel aggregators has Paytm partnered with to expand its travel offerings?
A) Expedia, TripAdvisor, Booking.com
B) Skyscanner, Google Flights, Wego
C) Kayak, Orbitz, Priceline
D) Travelocity, Hotwire, CheapOair
E) Agoda, Hotels.com, Trivago
Answer: B) Skyscanner, Google Flights, Wego

Event and Location:

• Event: Paytm expands travel offerings through new partnerships
• Date: Announced on June 24, 2024
• Location: India, global impact through online platforms

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Enhance Paytm's travel business by providing seamless, convenient, and competitive travel solutions.
• Strategy: Partner with global travel aggregators and airlines, integrate AI, and expand offerings.

Important Terms Explained:

• OTA (Online Travel Aggregator): A website or app that provides booking services for travel, such as flights, hotels, and car rentals.
• NDC (New Distribution Capability): A travel industry-supported program by IATA for the development of a new data transmission standard.

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6. With which institution did Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL) sign an MoU for financial market research and executive training?
A) IIM Ahmedabad
B) IIM Bangalore
C) IIM Kolkata
D) IIM Mumbai
E) IIM Lucknow
Answer: D) IIM Mumbai

Event and Location:

• Event: Signing of MoU between Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL) and IIM Mumbai
• Location: Bengaluru
• Date: Announced June 24, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Enhance industry knowledge and skills through financial market research and executive training.
• Partnership Details:
  • Customised training programs for MOFSL executives.
  • Joint research and case writing initiatives.

Important Terms Explained:

• MoU (Memorandum of Understanding): A formal agreement between two or more parties outlining the terms and details of an understanding or agreement.

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Books and Authors - Daily Current Affairs June 24

7. Who released the book 'Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region'?
A) Prime Minister of India
B) Governor of Maharashtra
C) President of India
D) Chief Minister of Maharashtra
E) Minister of Information and Broadcasting
Answer: B) Governor of Maharashtra

Event and Location:

• Event: Release of the book titled 'Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region'
• Location: Raj Bhavan, Mumbai
• Date: June 22, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Published by: Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India
• Compiled by: Maritime Mumbai Museum Society (MMMS)
• Objective: To create awareness about the ancient maritime history of Mumbai and the development of modern ports and docks.

Important Terms Explained:

• Publications Division: A division under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting responsible for publishing books and journals that promote the dissemination of information and knowledge.
• Maritime Mumbai Museum Society (MMMS): An organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Mumbai's maritime history.

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Appointments - Daily Current Affairs June 24

8. Who has been elected as the Chairperson of the board of Sa-Dhan?
A) Rajiv Lall
B) Paul Thomas
C) Chandra Shekhar Ghosh
D) Samit Ghosh
E) Rakesh Dubey
Answer: B) Paul Thomas

Event and Location:

• Event: Election of Chairperson of Sa-Dhan
• Location: Sa-Dhan AGM
• Date: June 24, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Ensure proper representation of different member groups within Sa-Dhan
• Outcome: Positive amendments to the Memorandum of Association to enhance representation

Important Terms Explained:

• Sa-Dhan: An association of microfinance and impact finance institutions in India, working towards financial inclusion and providing a platform for these institutions to collaborate.
• ESAF Small Finance Bank: A prominent small finance bank in India focused on financial inclusion, with Paul Thomas serving as its MD & CEO.

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9. Who has been appointed as the new MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI)?
A) NP Singh
B) Uday Shankar
C) Gaurav Banerjee
D) Karan Bajaj
E) Punit Goenka
Answer: C) Gaurav Banerjee

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of new MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI)
• Location: SPNI headquarters, India
• Date: Announced June 24, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Leadership transition at Sony Pictures Networks India
• New Appointment: Gaurav Banerjee as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Effective Date: On or before August 26, 2024, pending regulatory approvals

Important Terms Explained:

• MD (Managing Director): The highest-ranking executive in charge of overall operations.
• CEO (Chief Executive Officer): The top executive responsible for the overall success of a business entity.

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International Affairs - Daily Current Affairs June 24

10. What was the key theme of the 'India Africa Postal Leaders Meet' held in India?
A) Financial Inclusion
B) Capacity Building
C) Digital Transformation
D) Cross-Border E-commerce
E) Sustainable Development
Answer: B) Capacity Building

Event and Location:

• Event: India Africa Postal Leaders Meet
• Location: India
• Date: June 21-25, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Strengthen relationships among postal administrations of African countries and India
• Supported by: India Post and the United States Postal Service
• Program: Part of the “South-South and Triangular Cooperation” programme of the Universal Postal Union
• Themes:
  • Capacity building through study visits
  • Showcasing India's postal service delivery model

Important Terms Explained:

• South-South and Triangular Cooperation: A program that promotes collaboration among countries of the Global South and triangular partnerships with developed countries to achieve common development goals.
• Universal Postal Union (UPU): A specialized agency of the United Nations that coordinates international postal policies.
• India Post Payments Bank (IPPB): A government-owned payments bank in India that offers digital financial services.
• Unified Payments Interface (UPI): An instant real-time payment system developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

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National Affairs - Daily Current Affairs June 24

11. Which organization has embarked on the pilot project for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) in Jharkhand?
A) Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL)
B) Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL)
C) Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL)
D) Western Coalfields Limited (WCL)
E) Central Coalfields Limited (CCL)
Answer: C) Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL)

Event and Location:

• Event: Initiation of India's first-ever pilot project for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG)
• Location: Kasta coal block, Jamtara District, Jharkhand
• Date: June 22, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Revolutionize the coal industry by using in-situ coal gasification to convert coal into valuable gases for industrial applications.
• Implemented by: Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL)
• Policy Framework Approval: December 2015, by the Ministry of Coal
• Support: Ministry of Coal, Coal India Limited (CIL), CMPDI Ranchi, Ergo Exergy Technologies Inc. (EETI) from Canada

Important Terms Explained:

• Underground Coal Gasification (UCG): A process of converting coal into gas while it is still in the coal seam, which can be used for producing synthetic natural gas, chemical feedstocks, and other industrial applications.
• In-situ: Refers to the process happening in the original place, in this case, underground within the coal seam.
• Coal India Limited (CIL): The state-owned coal mining corporate, responsible for the majority of coal production in India.
• CMPDI (Central Mine Planning and Design Institute): An Indian government enterprise engaged in the field of environmental engineering and scientific exploration of coal reserves.

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12. What is the significance of Kozhikode being declared as India’s first UNESCO 'City of Literature'?
A) It marks Kozhikode as a top tourist destination.
B) It acknowledges Kozhikode’s rich literary heritage and contributions.
C) It designates Kozhikode as a new financial hub.
D) It recognizes Kozhikode’s advancements in technology.
E) It highlights Kozhikode’s historic significance in trade.
Answer: B) It acknowledges Kozhikode’s rich literary heritage and contributions.

Event and Location:

• Event: Kozhikode declared as India’s first UNESCO 'City of Literature'
• Location: Kozhikode, Kerala, India
• Date: Official declaration on October 31, 2023

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: To recognize and celebrate Kozhikode’s rich cultural and literary heritage.
• Part of: UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)
• Category: Literature

Important Terms Explained:

• UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN): A UNESCO initiative aimed at promoting cooperation among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development. Cities can join the network under one of the seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Arts, Media Arts, Film, Design, Gastronomy, Literature, and Music.
• City of Literature: A designation within the UCCN that acknowledges cities with a rich literary heritage and vibrant literary culture.

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13. What is the Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) launched at Indira Gandhi International Airport?
A) A program for frequent flyers
B) An expedited immigration clearance process
C) A new airline loyalty scheme
D) A visa application service
E) A security screening process
Answer: B) An expedited immigration clearance process

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of the ‘Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme’ (FTI-TTP)
• Location: Terminal-3, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi
• Date: June 22, 2024

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Enhance travel convenience and efficiency for Indian nationals and OCI passengers
• Implemented by: Ministry of Home Affairs
• Phase 1: Covers Indian citizens and OCI cardholders at 21 major airports
• Phase 2: Will include foreign travelers

Important Terms Explained:

• OCI (Overseas Citizen of India): A form of permanent residency available to people of Indian origin and their spouses.
• E-Gates: Automated border gates that use biometric authentication to expedite the immigration process.

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• Union Home Minister: Shri Amit Shah
• Prime Minister: Shri Narendra Modi
• Indira Gandhi International Airport:
  • Location: New Delhi
  • Terminals: 3 major terminals

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14. Where is the world’s first conservation and breeding centre for Asian king vultures located?
A) Rajasthan
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Madhya Pradesh
D) Maharashtra
E) Gujarat
Answer: B) Uttar Pradesh

Event and Location:

• Event: Opening of the world’s first Asian king vulture conservation and breeding centre
• Location: Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, India

Mandates and Objectives:

• Objective: Improve the population of the critically endangered Asian king vulture (red-headed vulture)
• Significance: Address the declining numbers due to habitat loss and poisoning from diclofenac used in domestic animals

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• Asian King Vulture (Red-headed Vulture): A critically endangered species listed on the IUCN Red List since 2007.
• Diclofenac: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug harmful to vultures when consumed through the carcasses of treated domestic animals.

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