NATIONAL UPDATES:
1. SC reconstitutes committee on gender sensitization: The Supreme Court has reconstituted its Gender
Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee. In exercise of powers
conferred by Clause 4(2) of the Gender Sensitisation and Sexual Harassment of
Women at the Supreme Court of India (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal)
Regulations, 2013 and all enabling provisions in this behalf, Hon’ble Chief Justice
of India has been pleased to re-constitute the Supreme Court Gender
Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee. The 12-member committee is
headed by top court judge Hima Kohli, who is the chairperson.
2. Telangana Marks Decade Since Formation from Andhra
Pradesh: Telangana
Formation Day on June 2, which marks ten years since India’s newest state was
formed from Andhra Pradesh. The Congress-led UPA government made it easier for
the state to form by passing the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. The 2023
INTERNATIONAL UPDATES:
1. Krishn Kanhai unveils ‘The Golden Krishna’ Exhibition
in Dubai: Renowned Indian artist Krishn Kanhai unveiled his latest
collection, “The Golden Krishna,” in a grand opening ceremony. The
exhibition showcases Kanhai’s exquisite new works centered around Lord Krishna.
The centerpiece of the exhibition is a breathtaking life-sized,
three-dimensional painting of Tirupati Balaji, meticulously crafted with
24-karat gold and measuring an impressive 5 feet by 8 feet. This masterpiece
exemplifies Kanhai’s signature style, which has captivated art lovers worldwide.
Kanhai, a Padma Shri recipient, has held exhibitions in major cities like Hong
Kong, London and countries like the Philippines and the United States.
2. Ruchira Kamboj, India’s first woman Permanent
Representative to UN, retires: India’s first woman Permanent Representative to
the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj retired after 35 years of service,
during which she served as Indian envoy in Bhutan, South Africa and UNESCO.
Kamboj, a 1987-batch IFS officer. Kamboj, who was the All India women’s topper
of the 1987 Civil Services batch and the topper of the 1987 Foreign Service
batch, formally assumed the position of Permanent Representative/ Ambassador of
India to New York, on August 2, 2022.
3. 3 June – World Bicycle Day: World Bicycle Day is
celebrated every year on 3 June. This day highlights the importance of the
bicycle as a simple, affordable, clean, and sustainable means of
transportation. It encourages using bicycles for a healthy lifestyle and
promotes their role in building a greener environment. In April 2018, the
United Nations General Assembly announced that World Bicycle Day will be
celebrated every year on June 3. The theme this year, the designated theme for World
Bicycle Day is Promoting Health, Equity, and Sustainability through Cycling.
4. 3 June – World Cyder Day: World Cyder Day is
observed every year on 3 June. The World Cider Day on June 3rd is an
international declaration of love for the popular cult drink. It symbolizes the
beginning of the apple cider season all over the world. The Apple Cider Day
aims to generate publicity for the wide variety and characteristics of apple
cider, to whet people’s appetite for apple cider, to provide information about
apple cider.
5. 3 June – World Clubfoot Day: World Clubfoot
Day is observed every year on 3 June. Globally believed to have been
designated by the Ponseti International Association or the PIA, in commemoration
of the birthday of Dr Ignacio Ponseti (1914-2009), the developer of the Ponseti
Method for treating clubfoot. According to Ponseti International, clubfoot is
the most common “musculoskeletal birth deformity, affecting 2,00,000 newborn
children each year, 80 per cent in the developing countries”.
OTHER UPDATES:
DEFENCE
1.
Indian Forces Join US-Hosted
Multinational War Games: The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian
Navy are both taking part in military drills with other countries that are
being held by the US. In Alaska, the Indian Air Force is taking part in the
aerial combat training
SPORTS
1. India’s DP Manu
wins gold in javelin throw at Taiwan Athletics Open 2024: DP Manu from
India won the gold medal in Javelin throw at the Taiwan Athletics Open
2024, achieving a distance of 81.58 meters. Initially, he started with a throw
of 78.32 meters, then improved to 80.59 meters in the third attempt. However,
he clinched the top position in the competition during his sixth and final
attempt, surpassing his previous mark. Chao Tsun Cheng of Chinese Taipei earned
the silver medal with a throw of 76.21 meters.
2. India bag 7
medals at Taiwan Athletics Open: In the Taiwan Athletics Open
2024, the Indian contingent concluded the campaign with a remarkable medal
haul, bagging seven medals including three golds, three silvers and one
bronze medal. In women’s Long Jump, Nayana James clinched the gold medal,
registering the best jump of 6.43 metres. Sumire Hata of Japan won the silver. In
Men’s 800 metres, India’s Ankesh Choudhary bagged the gold, clocking 1 minute
50.63 seconds, while compatriot Somnath Chouhan won the silver medal clocking 1
minute 50.88 seconds. In Men’s pole vault, Dev Meena won the silver medal.
3. Tanvi Sharma
bags women’s singles title of Bonn International Badminton Tournament: India’s
Tanvi Sharma bagged the women’s singles title at the Bonn
International Badminton Tournament in Germany. The young Indian shuttler
defeated Wang Pei Yu of Taiwan in straight sets, 21-19, 22-20. This is the
first senior title for the 15-year-old Tanvi.
4. Dinesh Karthik
announces retirement from all forms of cricket: Days after announcing
retirement from the Indian Premier League tournament, ace Indian wicket-keeper
batter Dinesh Karthik announced retirement from all formats of cricket. He
last played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2024 Eliminator on 22
May. Karthik played 26 Tests, 94 ODIs and 60 T20Is for India in a career
spanning nearly two decades since he first represented the country in the
50-overs format against England at Lord’s in September 2004.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
1.
Kerala Introduces Artificial Intelligence Learning in School Textbooks: Kerala has
introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning in the Information &
Communication Technology (ICT) textbook for Class 7 students. This
initiative aims to familiarize over 4 lakh students with AI in the upcoming
academic year, marking a significant step towards enhancing technological
education in the state. This move is poised to impact over 4 lakh students
across Kerala, who will now have the opportunity to delve into the realm of AI
in the upcoming academic year, according to a release issued by the Kerala
Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE).
2.
ISRO and Wipro 3D Collaborate on 3D-Printed Rocket Engine: The Indian
Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Wipro 3D have successfully
manufactured a 3D-printed rocket engine, the PS4, set to power the fourth stage
of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). This groundbreaking achievement,
lauded by Dr. V. Narayanan, Director of Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC)
at ISRO, marks a paradigm shift in space manufacturing, ushering in the era of
additive manufacturing for space exploration. The PSLV, ISRO’s workhorse launch
vehicle for earth observation and scientific satellites, relies on its fourth
stage, the PS4, for precise orbital placement.
BANKING AND FINANCE
1. Axis Bank and Mastercard Introduce NFC Soundbox: Axis
Bank has partnered with Mastercard to launch NFC Soundbox. The new
soundbox will act as an all-in-one solution that will allow the users to accept
Bharat QR, UPI, Tap & Pay and Tap + Pin payments. This device aligns with
the Bank’s asset lite strategy to provide products/solutions of superior
quality at an affordable price.
The NFC Soundbox will help the Bank further penetrate the
small merchant segments with cost-effective and simple payment solutions that
are secure and compliant with PCI standards.
2. GST collection rises 10% to Rs 1.73 lakh crore in May:
The gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for the month of
May 2024 stood at ₹1.73 lakh crore. In the month of May, 2024, the Central
Government settled ₹38,519 crore to CGST and ₹32,733 crore to SGST from the net
IGST collected of ₹67,204 crore. This translates to a total revenue of ₹70,928
crore for CGST and ₹72,999 crore for SGST in May, 2024, after regular
settlement. This represents a 10% year-on-year growth, driven by a strong
increase in domestic transactions (up 15.3%) and slowing of imports (down
4.3%).
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