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National News
1)Haryana CM releases the book ‘Ashtang Yoga’ by Dr. Sonu Phogat
- Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal chatter on the eve of 8th International Yoga Day released a book titled Ashtanga Yoga authored by Dr. Sonu Phogat.
- He said that the Mantra of Yoga to Sehyog will show us a new way to the future. Appreciating the efforts of writer Dr. Sonu Phogat, it is a matter of pride that the book on Yoga was released on the eve of International Yoga Day. He said that it will benefit the people.
2)Droupadi Murmu may become India’s First Tribal and Second Female President
- Droupadi Murmu, an Odisha-based Santhal, as its nominee for the highest constitutional position, India may ultimately elect its first tribal president.
- After the legislative board of the party endorsed what is widely seen as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s pick for Rashtrapati Bhavan, BJP leader JP Nadda announced Murmu’s candidacy.
3)India comes third in Renewable Energy Installations in 2021
- India ranked third globally for total renewable power capacity additions in 2021 with 15.4 GW, behind only China (136 GW) and the US (43 GW).
- India ranked third globally for total renewable power capacity additions in 2021 with 15.4 GW, behind only China (136 GW) and the US (43 GW). According to a report, despite the Covid-19 pandemic’s promise of a global green recovery, this historic opportunity has been lost.
4)Assam becomes 36th State/UT to implement the One Nation One Ration Card.
- Assam has become the 36th State to implement the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme.
- Assam has become the 36th State to implement the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme. With this, the ONORC plan is successfully implemented in all 36 states, and Union Territories, making food security portable throughout the country.
International Current Affairs
1)Sri Lanka revises Minimum Age for Migrant Domestic Workers
- In Sri Lanka, the government has amended the minimum age limit for women leaving for foreign employment as domestic aides to 21 years of age.
- In Sri Lanka, the government has amended the minimum age limit for women leaving for foreign employment as domestic aides to 21 years of age. The decision was announced at the weekly Cabinet meeting.
2)Mongolia’s Khuvsgul lake was added to the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves.
- Khuvsgul Lake National Park of Mongolia has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserve of UNESCO.
- Khuvsgul Lake National Park of Mongolia has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserve of UNESCO.
- The decision was made during the 34th session of the International Co-ordinating Council of the Man and the Biosphere Programme taking place in Paris, France.
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Political News
1)Uddhav Thackrey moves out of his official house due to the political instability in Maharashtra.
- Amid the intensifying political crisis in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Wednesday asserted that Uddhav Thackeray will continue to be the chief minister of the state.
- “Uddhav Thackeray is Maharashtra Chief Minister and he will remain the CM. If we get the chance, we will prove our majority on the floor of the House,” he said.
Business and Economy News
1)Sensex falls 709 pts, Nifty below 15,450; Tata Steel, Wipro top losers
- Sensex falls 709 points to 51,822 and Nifty ends 225 points lower at 15,413. On Wednesday, the market ended higher for the second consecutive session amid positive global indices.
- The board has cleared the raising of funds by issuance and allotment of equity shares for up to an aggregate amount of up to Rs. 200 Crore.
2)PhonePe and Kotak General Insurance come Together to Provide Motor Insurance
- Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited (Kotak General Insurance) announced that it has partnered with PhonePe Insurance Broking Services Pvt. Ltd.
- Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited (Kotak General Insurance) announced that it has partnered with PhonePe Insurance Broking Services Pvt. Ltd (PhonePe), a digital payments platform, to offer motor insurance to PhonePe’s 380 million users, placing a significant bet on the digital distribution and direct-to-customer space.
Sports News
1)Sports Authority of India approves wrestler Bajrang Punia’s US training ahead of Commonwealth Games
- Star wrestler Bajrang Punia will have a 35-day training camp from June 25 until July 30 in Michigan, USA as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games and the world championships.
- Bajrang Punia got the green light from the Sports Ministry to train in the United States of America in the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games and wrestling world championships later this year.
Miscellaneous News
1)Skalzang Rigzin: First Indian mountaineer to ascend Mount Annapurna Peak
- Skalzang Rigzin, the first mountaineer from India to ascend Mount Annapurna’s top without the aid of oxygen, was welcomed by Leh with open arms.
- After successfully summiting Annapurna and Lhotse in Nepal, he was welcomed by other mountaineers at the Leh Airport.
- With 16 days of gap between the climb of Mt Annapurna on April 28 and Mt Lhotse on May 14, Skalzang Rigzin has set a record to conquer two summits without oxygen supplements.
2)International Olympics Day is to be celebrated today all across the world on 23rd June 2022.
- This year’s International Olympic Day theme is ‘Together, For a Peaceful World.’ On social media, the World Olympic Day 2022 will be marked with hashtags #MoveForPeace and #OlympicDay
- The Olympic Games, which feature summer and winter sports competitions, are held every four years and attract many players and tourists from all over the world.
- This day is celebrated to commemorate the achievements of the great Olympians from every country.
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