NATIONAL:
1. Buddha Relics to Mongolia
Why in news – 4 holy relics of Lord Buddha were taken to Mongolia for an 11-day exposition.
Key Points –
• The 25-member delegation was led by Kiren Rijiju.
• To be displayed at the Batsagaan Temple in Gandan Monastery complex in Ulaanbaatar.
• They are known as the ‘Kapilvastu Relics’.
• In 2015, the Holy Relics were placed under the ‘AA’ category of Antiquities and Art Treasures which should not be ordinarily taken out of the country for exhibition.
• Saririka stupas - Stupas erected over the bodily relics of Buddha.
2. Dharohar Museum
Why in news – Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated Dharohar - the National Museum of Customs and GST in Panaji Goa on June 11, 2022.
Key Points –
• Dharohar’ has eight galleries.
• ‘Blue building’ (earlier known as Alfandega) is located on the banks of the Mandovi river in Panaji.
INTERNATIONAL:
1. UNSC as non-permanent members
Why in news – 5 countries were elected to the UNSC as non-permanent members for the 2023-2024 term. (held elections on June 9, 2022).
Key Points –
• They are - Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique and Switzerland.
• They would replace India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico and Norway from January 1, 2023.
• India’s two-year term at the UNSC as non-permanent member would end in December 2022.
2. Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
Why in news – Justin Bieber has revealed he has been diagnosed with a rare condition called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.
Key Points –
• It is neurological disease caused by Varicella Zoster virus (VZV) which causes inflammation of the nerves involved in facial movements.
• There are 12 cranial nerves in the body. It impacts the 7th cranial nerve.
• VZV also causes chickenpox and shingles.
3. Iran and Venezuela Cooperation
Why in news – Iran and Venezuela signed a 20-year cooperation plan in Tehran on June 11, 2022.
Key Points –
• Iran signed a 25-year cooperation accord with China in 2021.
• It is also negotiating the renewal of a 20-year cooperation accord with Russia.
• Iranian President - Ebrahim Raisi.
• Venezuelan President - Nicolas Maduro.
4. World’s 2nd Longest Reigning Monarch
Why in news – Britain's Queen Elizabeth II became the world’s 2nd longest reigning (70 years) monarch.
Key Points –
• She was crowned in 1953.
• She has overtaken Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
• Longest-reigning monarch - 72-year and 110-days.
5. Warning on Every Cigarette
Why in news – Canada is poised to become the 1st country in the world to print health warning on every cigarette.
Key Points –
• To be implemented by the changes coming into force in the latter half of 2023.latter half of 2023.
GOVERNMENT SCHEMES:
1. Sagarmala Young Professional Scheme
Why in news – Ministry of Ports launched the scheme.
Key Points –
• To engage talented, dynamic and forward-thinking young professionals in different divisions of the ministry.
• Under it, over 25 young professionals (B. E or B. Tech, B. Planning or MBA) would be hired.
• Initially, they would be engaged for 2 years (extension - 2 years).
IMPORTANT DAYS:
1. World day against child labour
Why in news – It is observed every year on June 12.
Key Points –
• Theme 2022 - 'Universal Social Protection to End Child Labour'.
• It was started by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2002.
• According to a report, around 160 million children worldwide are engaged in child labour.
SCIENCE – TECH:
1. Indian Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACE)
Why in news – PM Modi inaugurated the headquarters of IN-SPACe in Ahmedabad on June 10, 2022.
Key Points –
• IN-SPACE would allow private entities to use Department of Space-related facilities.
APPOINTMENTS:
1. N. J. Ojha
Why in news – N J Ojha appointed has been appointed as MGNREGA ombudsman (Lokpal).
Key Points –
About MGNREGA –
• Nodal agency - Ministry of Rural Development.
• It was introduced as the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act 2005.
• In 2010, the name of NREGA was changed to MGNREGA.
• Features - 100 days of employment during an FY, unskilled manual labour, at least 1/3rd women beneficiaries, guarantee to provide employment within 15 days (if not, unemployment allowance), work available within the periphery of 5 km, no contractor and machines are allowed.
SUMMITS & CONFERENCES:
1. Biotech Startup Expo 2022
Why in news – PM Modi inaugurated the Biotech Startup Expo 2022 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on June 9, 2022.
Key Points –
• Aim - To connect investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, researchers etc.
• Organised by the Department of Biotechnology and Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
• Theme: 'Biotech Startup Innovations: Towards AatmaNirbhar Bharat'.
• India is the 3rd largest biotechnology destination in the Asia Pacific region.
• India is the world’s 3rd largest producer of recombinant Hepatitis B vaccine and 2nd largest producer of BT cotton.
• Indian bio-economy - USD 70.2 billion in 2020 (expected - USD 150 billion by 2025).
PLACES IN NEWS:
1. Bagh (Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh)
Why in news – A unique set of fossilized dinosaur eggs with one egg nesting within the other found at Bagh, MP.
STATES:
1. YSR Yantra Seva Scheme
Why in news – Andhra CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has launched YSR Yantra Seva Scheme.
Key Points –
• 3,800 tractors and 1,140 other farm machinery were distributed at Rythu Bharosa Kendras (RBKs) level - Custom Hiring Centers (CHCs).
BIHAR:
1. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Report
Why in news – TRAI has released a report regarding the expansion of internet services.
Key Points –
• Users (national level) – 30.2 crores (2015), 82.5 crores (2021-22). (173% increase).
• Users (Bihar) – 1.7 crores (2015), 5.54 crores (2021-22).
• In Bihar – 2.08 crores (Urban), 3.46 crores (Rural, 338% increase in rural Bihar).
2. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
Why in news – Government to ensure that the benefits all the housing schemes including PMAY and MNREGA should reach the needy.
Key Points –
• By August 15, 2022, government to ensure 10 lakh people in Patna division should own a pucca house.
3. National Rugby Championship 2022
Why in news – The championship held in Patna concluded on June 12, 2022.
Key Points –
• Venue - Patliputra Sports Complex, Kankarbagh.
• Women winner - Bihar (defeated West Bengal by 15-5).
• Men winner - Haryana (defeated Delhi by 15-00).
• Men - Haryana (Gold), Delhi (Silver), West Bengal (Bronze).
• Women – Bihar (Gold), West Bengal (Silver), Odisha (Bronze).
4. Nripendranath Gupta
Why in news – Hindi litterateur and senior vice-president of the Bihar Hindi Sahitya Sammelan, Nripendranath Gupta passed away on June 12, 2022.
5. Sufi Mahotsav
Why in news – Dy CM Hon’ Tarkishore Prasad and others jointly inaugurated the Sufi mahotsav at Maner.
POINTERS:
• Which state has launched faceless regional transport office – Maharashtra.
• By which year India expects digital payments to grow 3 times - 2026.
• Which country's scientists identified the new coronavirus in mice – Sweden.
• Who became the first Indian woman to become a pop artist - Shreya Lenka.
• Who launched the new logo for Ayurveda diet - Mansukh Mandaviya.
• Which state's Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation has tied up with Amazon - Manipur.
• Which finance company has launched a new digital campaign ‘Every Time EMI On Time’ - Bajaj Finance.
• How many lakh rupees fined by RBI on Punjab and Sind Bank - Rs 27.50 lakh.
• Which airport will replace all vehicles with electric vehicles to cut emissions - Delhi airport.
• Who became the youngest Kabaddi player to participate in Khelo India Youth Games 2021 - Etu Mandal.