Daily Current Affairs June 10

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June 10 | Daily Current Affairs 2024

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs June 10

1. What was the theme of World Accreditation Day 2024?
A) Accreditation: Ensuring Quality and Safety
B) Accreditation: Shaping a Sustainable Future
C) Accreditation: Empowering Tomorrow and Shaping the Future
D) Accreditation: Building Trust in a Changing World
E) Accreditation: Promoting Sustainable Development
Answer: C) Accreditation: Empowering Tomorrow and Shaping the Future

Event and Location:

• Event: International Archives Day and World Accreditation Day
• Location: Global observance

International Archives Day:

Mandates and Objectives:

• Raise awareness about the importance of records and archives.
• Encourage long-term archival preservation and access.

Important Terms Explained:

• Archives: Collections of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people.

Static GK Information:

• Event: International Archives Day
• Date: June 9
• Resolution Adoption Year: 2004 (at International Congress in Vienna)
• Designated by: United Nations

World Accreditation Day:

Mandates and Objectives:

• Promote the value of accreditation in technological innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
• Highlight accreditation’s role in overcoming global challenges such as inflation, economic fluctuations, and climate change.

Important Terms Explained:

• Accreditation: A process by which an authoritative body gives formal recognition that a body or person is competent to carry out specific tasks.
• IAF (International Accreditation Forum): Global association of accreditation bodies.
• ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation): International organization for laboratory and inspection accreditation bodies.
• FSSC (Foundation for Food Safety Certification): Provides certification schemes for food safety management.
• ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance): Criteria used to evaluate a company’s ethical impact and sustainability practices.
• Circular Economy: An economic system aimed at minimizing waste and making the most of resources.

Static GK Information:

• Event: World Accreditation Day
• Date: June 9
• Established by: International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC)
• Theme for 2024: Accreditation: Empowering Tomorrow and Shaping the Future

Important Information:

• FSSC 24000 Scheme: A scheme for Social Management Systems recognized by the IAF.
• FSSC 22000 Scheme: A food safety management scheme recognized by the IAF.
• UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A set of goals adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all.

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Sports – Daily Current Affairs June 10

2. Who won the 2024 French Open men’s singles title?
A) Novak Djokovic
B) Rafael Nadal
C) Alexander Zverev
D) Carlos Alcaraz
E) Stefanos Tsitsipas
Answer: D) Carlos Alcaraz

Event and Location:

• Event: 2024 French Open
• Location: Stade Roland Garros, Paris, France

Mandates and Objectives:

• Showcase top-level tennis competition.
• Award Grand Slam titles in various categories.

Important Terms Explained:

• Grand Slam: One of the four major tennis tournaments (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, US Open).
• Stade Roland Garros: Venue for the French Open, featuring multiple courts including Court Philippe Chatrier.

Static GK Information:

• French Open: Second Grand Slam event of the year, played on clay courts.
• 2024 Edition: 123rd edition of the tournament.
• Men’s Singles Winner: Carlos Alcaraz
• Women’s Singles Winner: Iga Swiatek

Important Information:

• Men’s Singles Final:
  • Winner: Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)
  • Runner-Up: Alexander Zverev (Germany)
  • Score: 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2
  • Trophy Name: Musketeers’ Cup
• Women’s Singles Final:
  • Winner: Iga Swiatek (Poland)
  • Runner-Up: Jasmine Paolini (Italy)
  • Score: 6-2, 6-1
  • Trophy Name: Suzanne-Lenglen Cup

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3. Who won the inaugural Norway Chess 2024 Women’s Tournament?
A) Anna Muzychuk
B) Lei Tingjie
C) Vaishali R
D) Koneru Humpy
E) Ju Wenjun
Answer: E) Ju Wenjun

Event and Location:

• Event: Norway Chess 2024
• Location: Stavanger, Norway

Mandates and Objectives:

• Determine the winners of the main and women’s tournaments.
• Provide a high-stakes competitive environment for top chess players.

Important Terms Explained:

• Armageddon Tie-Breaker: A tie-breaking game in chess where one player gets more time but must win, while the other needs only a draw.

Static GK Information:

• Tournament: Norway Chess
• Edition: 2024
• Men’s Winner: Magnus Carlsen
• Women’s Winner: Ju Wenjun

Important Information:

• Men’s Tournament Results:
  • Winner: Magnus Carlsen
  • Runner-Up: Hikaru Nakamura
  • Third Place: Praggnanandhaa R
• Women’s Tournament Results:
  • Winner: Ju Wenjun
  • Runner-Up: Anna Muzychuk
  • Third Place: Lei Tingjie
• Notable Matches:
  • Men’s Final: Magnus Carlsen vs. Fabiano Caruana, decided by Armageddon.
  • Women’s Final: Ju Wenjun vs. Lei Tingjie, decided in a classical game.
• Additional Information:
  • Magnus Carlsen secured his sixth Norway Chess title.
  • Ju Wenjun won the inaugural Women’s Norway Chess title.

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Banking and Finance – Daily Current Affairs June 10

4. What is the new threshold for a ‘bulk deposit’ as defined by the RBI?
A) Rs 1 crore
B) Rs 2 crore
C) Rs 3 crore
D) Rs 4 crore
E) Rs 5 crore
Answer: C) Rs 3 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: RBI raises ‘bulk deposit’ threshold for banks
• Location: India

Mandates and Objectives:

• Revise the definition of bulk deposits to facilitate high-value deposits.
• Enhance the operational efficiency for HNI senior citizens.
• Adjust the bulk deposit limit for SCBs, SFBs, and local area banks.

Important Terms Explained:

• Bulk Deposit: A single rupee term deposit of Rs 3 crore and above for SCBs and SFBs.
• Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs): Major banks like SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, PNB, etc.
• Regional Rural Banks (RRBs): Banks that operate in rural areas to provide banking services.
• Small Finance Banks (SFBs): Banks providing financial services to underserved segments.
• HNI (High Net Worth Individual): Individuals with significant investable assets.

Static GK Information:

Important Information:

• Implications for Customers:
  • Deposits below Rs 3 crore are now considered ‘retail FD’ rather than ‘bulk deposits’.
  • Deposits between Rs 2 crore and Rs 3 crore will now receive lower interest rates compared to deposits above Rs 3 crore.
  • Facilitates high-value deposits without categorizing them as bulk deposits.
• Implications for Banks:
  • Adjust interest rates and terms for deposits around the new limit.
  • Influence on banks’ liquidity management.
  • Potentially encourage larger investments in the banking system.
  • Revision of deposit schemes and strategies to attract bulk deposits.

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5. Where did the Export-Import Bank of India open its new representative office to boost business and trade in East Africa?
A) Addis Ababa
B) Nairobi
C) Dar es Salaam
D) Kampala
E) Kigali
Answer: B) Nairobi

Event and Location:

• Event: Opening of East Africa Representative Office by India Exim Bank
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Mandates and Objectives:

• Enhance India’s business presence in East Africa.
• Boost trade and investment between India, Kenya, and East Africa.

Important Terms Explained:

• India Exim Bank (Export-Import Bank of India): A financial institution that promotes international trade and investment.

Static GK Information:

Important Information:

• Significance of the Office:
  • Facilitates increased trade and investment between India and East Africa.
  • Supports ventures in 14 African countries under the Overseas Investment Finance Programme.
• Trade Figures:
  • Merchandise trade between India and East Africa reached US$12.9 billion in 2022.
• Strategic Importance:
  • Expands India’s business footprints in East Africa, a region with rich resources and a young demographic.

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Acquisitions and Mergers – Daily Current Affairs June 10

6. What percentage stake has Bank of India acquired in the Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. (IFSC)?
A) 5.5%
B) 6.0%
C) 6.1%
D) 6.125%
E) 7.0%
Answer: D) 6.125%

Event and Location:

• Event: Acquisition of stake in Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. (IFSC)
• Location: GIFT SEZ, Gujarat, India

Mandates and Objectives:

• Enhance digital banking facilities.
• Provide transaction-based internet banking facilities as per IFSCA guidelines.

Important Terms Explained:

• Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. (CCIL): An entity involved in clearing and settlement for various market segments.
• IFSC (International Financial Services Centre): A special economic zone that provides financial services to non-residents and residents.
• IFSCA (International Financial Services Centres Authority): Regulatory authority for IFSCs in India.

Static GK Information:

Acquisition Details:

• Stake Acquired: 6.125%
• Objective: To offer digital banking facilities through transaction-based internet banking services.
• Location: GIFT SEZ, Gujarat

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Awards – Daily Current Affairs June 10

7. Who received the ‘Best Conduct of Business Regulator’ award on behalf of Sebi?
A) Rajeev Kumar
B) Kamlesh Chandra Varshney
C) Ajay Tyagi
D) Nirmala Sitharaman
E) Shaktikanta Das
Answer: B) Kamlesh Chandra Varshney

Event and Location:

• Event: Sebi recognized for innovative regulatory practices by The Asian Banker
• Location: Hong Kong

Mandates and Objectives:

• Enhance the regulatory framework for securities markets in India.
• Implement innovative regulatory practices.

Important Terms Explained:

• SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India): The regulator for the securities market in India.
• The Asian Banker: An organization providing strategic intelligence on the financial services industry.

Static GK Information:

• Award: Best Conduct of Business Regulator
• Recipient: Sebi
• Received by: Kamlesh Chandra Varshney

Award Significance:

• Recognizes Sebi’s role in enhancing regulatory practices.
• Highlights Sebi’s innovative approach in the Asia Pacific region.

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8. Who was named the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year 2024?
A) Uday Kotak
B) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
C) Narayana Murthy
D) Vellayan Subbiah
E) Rajiv Memani
Answer: D) Vellayan Subbiah

Event and Location:

• Event: EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024
• Location: Monaco’s Salle des Etoiles

Mandates and Objectives:

• Celebrate the accomplishments of visionary leaders transforming industries.
• Recognize exceptional entrepreneurial ingenuity.

Important Terms Explained:

• EY (Ernst & Young): A multinational professional services network.
• World Entrepreneur Of The Year: An annual award recognizing outstanding entrepreneurs globally.

Static GK Information:

• Award: EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024
• Recipient: Vellayan Subbiah
• Fourth Indian Winner: Vellayan Subbiah, following Uday Kotak (2014), Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (2020), and Narayana Murthy (2003)

Important Information:

• Vellayan Subbiah’s Background:
  • Positions: Executive Vice-Chairman of Tube Investments of India (TII) and Chairman of Cholamandalam (Chola) Investment and Finance Co. Ltd.
• Achievements:
  • Transformed Chola and TII, significantly increasing market capitalization and share prices.
  • Spearheaded India’s first outsourced semiconductor and test facility through TII’s subsidiary, CG Power.
• Commitment: Focus on sustainability, community welfare, education scholarships, health innovations, and environmental stewardship.

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Defence – Daily Current Affairs June 10

9. Who became the Indian Navy’s first woman helicopter pilot?
A) Lieutenant Gurkirat Rajput
B) Lieutenant Jamyang Tsewang
C) Lieutenant Nitin Sharan Chaturvedi
D) Lieutenant Deepak Gupta
E) Sub Lieutenant Anamika B. Rajeev
Answer: E) Sub Lieutenant Anamika B. Rajeev

Event and Location:

• Event: Graduation ceremony of the 102nd Helicopter Conversion Course
• Location: INS Rajali, Arakkonam, Ranipet district

Mandates and Objectives:

• Train and certify helicopter pilots for the Indian Navy.
• Award the ‘Golden Wings’ to successful trainees.

Important Terms Explained:

• Golden Wings: A prestigious award given to certified helicopter pilots.
• INS Rajali: Naval air station where the training took place.

Static GK Information:

Important Information:

• Graduation Ceremony:
  • Date: June 7
  • Participants: 21 officers received ‘Golden Wings’.
• Courses:
  • 102nd Helicopter Conversion Course
  • Stage I training of the 4th Basic Helicopter Conversion Course
• Notable Achievements:
  • Lieutenant Jamyang Tsewang: First commissioned naval officer from Ladakh.
  • Lieutenant Gurkirat Rajput: FOC-in-C, Eastern Naval Command Rolling Trophy for flying merit.
  • Lieutenant Nitin Sharan Chaturvedi: Sub Lieutenant Kunte Memorial Book Prize for ground subjects merit.
  • Lieutenant Deepak Gupta: Governor of Kerala Rolling Trophy for overall merit.

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National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs June 10

10. What is the primary objective of the UDAAN programme launched by IIT Kanpur?
A) To provide financial aid to all startups
B) To develop wind tunnel technology
C) To accelerate the growth of drone startups
D) To promote traditional businesses
E) To offer general business development training
Answer: C) To accelerate the growth of drone startups

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of UDAAN Programme
• Location: Kanpur, India

Mandates and Objectives:

• Accelerate the growth of drone startups in India.
• Provide resources, expertise, and facilities to drone startups.
• Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the drone industry.

Important Terms Explained:

• UDAAN Programme: UAV/UAS/Drone Acceleration and Networking initiative aimed at supporting drone startups.
• SIIC (Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre): A centre at IIT Kanpur supporting startups and innovation.
• Drone CoE Kanpur: Centre of Excellence for Capacity Building, Training, and Design of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles at IIT Kanpur.
• DFI (Drone Federation of India): An organization promoting the drone industry in India.

Static GK Information:

• Institute: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur
• Programme Launched by: SIIC, Drone CoE Kanpur, DFI

Important Information:

• Resources and Facilities:
  • Cutting-edge R&D facilities.
  • Technical mentorship.
  • Financing opportunities.
  • Industry relationships.
• Support Areas:
  • Product and business development.
  • Market analysis.
  • Customer targeting.
  • Alliance building.
  • Growth plan development.
• Facilities Access:
  • Helicopter and VTOL Laboratory.
  • Flight Laboratory.
  • National Wind Tunnel Facility.

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11. What is the main focus of the AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0?
A) Promoting green energy
B) Addressing water-related challenges through innovative solutions
C) Fostering inclusive education
D) Supporting local artisans
E) Encouraging the use of recyclable materials
Answer: B) Addressing water-related challenges through innovative solutions

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0 and Innovations For You – SDG Entrepreneurs of India
• Location: Announced by NITI Aayog, Delhi

Mandates and Objectives:

• Foster innovation and sustainability in India.
• Address critical water-related challenges through inventive solutions.
• Promote the endeavors of SDG entrepreneurs.

Important Terms Explained:

• AIM (Atal Innovation Mission): A flagship initiative by NITI Aayog to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
• ICDK (Innovation Centre Denmark): Collaborative partner from the Royal Danish Embassy in India.
• SDG (Sustainable Development Goals): A collection of 17 global goals designed to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.

Static GK Information:

• NITI Aayog: National Institution for Transforming India, a policy think tank of the Government of India.
• Atal Innovation Mission:
  • Mission Director: Dr. Chintan Vaishnav

Important Information:

• AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0:
  • Objective: Solve water-related challenges through innovation.
  • Collaboration: Innovation Centre Denmark, Royal Danish Embassy in India.
  • Participants: Students and young entrepreneurs under the age of 35.
  • Engagement: Hybrid innovation journey, group work, boot camp sessions, keynotes, personalized mentoring.
  • Event: Showcase innovations at the Digital Tech Summit in Copenhagen (October 30-31, 2024).
• Innovations For You – SDG Entrepreneurs of India:
  • Edition: Fifth edition.
  • Focus: Sustainable innovations by 60 entrepreneurs across India.
  • Areas: Recyclable and renewable materials, green energy, inclusive education, advocacy for underrepresented communities, and local artisans.

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12. What is the primary focus of the drone robotics centre being established at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU)?
A) Manufacturing commercial drones
B) Developing autonomous rooster drones and counter-drone technologies
C) Training pilots for commercial airlines
D) Producing agricultural drones
E) Developing medical delivery drones
Answer: B) Developing autonomous rooster drones and counter-drone technologies

Event and Location:

• Event: Establishment of a state-of-the-art drone robotics centre
• Location: Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) campus, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Mandates and Objectives:

• Develop advanced autonomous rooster drones.
• Work on counter-drone technologies.
• Focus on drone forensics and airspace security.

Important Terms Explained:

• Rooster Drones: Autonomous drones developed for complex tasks like inspections, surveillance, and mapping.
• Counter-Drone Technologies: Systems designed to detect, identify, and neutralize unauthorized drone activities.
• Drone Forensics: Techniques for investigating and analyzing drone-related incidents.

Static GK Information:

• Brane Services Pvt Ltd: Hyderabad-based company involved in this initiative.
• Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU): A university in Gujarat focused on security education and research.
• Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): An agreement between Brane Services Pvt Ltd and RRU.

Important Information:

• Centre Development:
  • Timeframe: Centre to be built in 90 days.
  • Technologies: Drones with AI and ML algorithms for inspections, surveillance, and mapping.
  • Training: Enhance capacity to train in-service personnel from Indian Armed Forces, CAPFs, CPOs, and State Police.
• Additional Features:
  • Workshops and seminars for senior security leadership.
  • Hub for collaboration and engagement in security technology.

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13. Who will administer the oath of office to Prem Singh Tamang during his second term swearing-in ceremony as Sikkim CM?
A) Chief Secretary V B Pathak
B) Home Minister Amit Shah
C) Governor Lakshman Acharya
D) President of India
E) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Answer: C) Governor Lakshman Acharya

Event and Location:

• Event: Swearing-in ceremony of Prem Singh Tamang as Chief Minister of Sikkim for the second term
• Location: Paljor Stadium, Gangtok, Sikkim

Mandates and Objectives:

• Administer the oath of office and secrecy to the Chief Minister and his Council of Ministers.
• Ensure a smooth transition of power for the second term of governance.

Important Terms Explained:

• Chief Minister (CM): The head of the government of an Indian state.
• Council of Ministers: A group of ministers headed by the Chief Minister, responsible for administering the state government.

Static GK Information:

• Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM): The ruling political party in Sikkim.
• Prem Singh Tamang: The leader of SKM and the Chief Minister of Sikkim.
• Governor: Lakshman Acharya

Important Information:

• Swearing-In Ceremony:
  • Date and Time: June 10, 2024, at 4:30 PM
  • Attendees: Expected to be around 30,000 people.
  • Security: Elaborate security measures in place.
  • Public Holidays: Closure of educational institutions and a half-day holiday for government offices in and around Gangtok.
• Election Results:
  • SKM won 31 of the 32 assembly seats.
  • Prem Singh Tamang won from Rhenock and Soreng-Chakung constituencies.
  • The opposition, Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), won only one seat.

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