India completes construction of strategically important bridge over Galwan River

India has completed the construction of a strategically important bridge over the Galwan River in eastern Ladakh, despite a strong opposition to it by the Chinese military. The construction of this bridge is one of the major reasons behind the ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

Centre to establish 1000 KICs at district level across India

The Indian government has decided to set up 1,000 Khelo India Centres (KIC) at the district level across the country. The past champions will either manage these centres or be coaches in them. This is to tap the past experience ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

World Refugee Day observed on June 20

World Refugee Day is celebrated on 20th June each year to create awareness about the struggles faced by the displaced individuals. This year’s theme for World Refugee Day is “Every Action Counts”. The theme addresses the need for inclusive and ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

ICMR approves User-Friendly PPEs ‘NavRakshak’

Within a month, user-friendly Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Kit known by the name ‘NavRakshak’ are expected to be available in the Indian market as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has approved it earlier this week for mass production ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

Kharif Crops Sowing Area Increases Significantly as Compared to Last Year

Kharif Crops are grown in hot and humid rain fed areas. During the first 18 days of the month of June, the country has received surplus rainfall of about 26mm. As compared to last year, rainfall was 82.4 mm in ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

WHO warns about a New and Dangerous phase of COVID-19

Following reports of relaxation in lockdown by various major economies around the world, on 19th June 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that this could lead to a new and dangerous phase of the Covid-19 pandemic. As people ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

Current Affairs: June 20, 2020

1. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojna (PMBJP) is implemented by which Union Ministry? [A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare[B] Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers[C] Ministry of Women and Child Development[D] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Show Answer Correct ..

20th June: World Refugee Day

To honor refugees across the globe, the United Nations designated 20th June to be observed as World Refugee Day in its Resolution 55/76 on  4th December 2000. The first World Refugee Day was observed on 20th June 2001. The theme ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

First Installment of Highest Ever Rs 60,750 Crore Grant to RLBs Released

For the Financial Year (FY) 2020-21, the Fifteenth Finance Commission had earlier submitted its report for the Rural Local Bodies (RLB), the recommendations in the report were accepted by the Government. Based on it, the highest ever grants in a ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

Amazon Quiz Time Answers-20th June 2020

1.In recent times, India has recorded a 29% increase in the population of which of these animals? Answer: Asiatic Lions 2.Which of these actors made his Bollywood debut with the 2013 film Kai Po Che!? Answer: Sushant Singh Rajput 3.________ ..