Excellence by Saikat Sir: June 2021

Current Affairs 30th June 2021| Current Affairs News

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World Asteroid Day – Observed on June 30

The United Nations has proclaimed World Asteroid Day observed globally on June 30 every year in its resolution.
Asteroid Day is an annual global event which is held on the anniversary of the Siberian Tunguska event, which is considered by some to be the most harmful known asteroid-related event on Earth in recent history.
International Asteroid Day aims to raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard and to inform the public about the crisis communication actions to be taken at the global level in case of a credible near-Earth object threat.

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International Day of the Tropics – Observed on June 29

The International Day of the Tropicsis observed every year on 29 June to highlight opportunities, unique challenges faced by nations lying between the tropics and celebrates the diversity of tropical regions.
Theme of this year is ‘Digital Divide in the Tropics’.
The day aims at promoting tropical regions on the planet and raising awareness about conservation strategies.
The Tropics are defined as the area between the tropic of Capricorn and the tropic of Cancer.
The tropics are regions of the Earth that lie roughly in the middle of the globe.
The tropics between the latitude lines of the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
The tropics include the Equator and parts of North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day: Observed on June 27

Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day: Observed on June 27
The COVID-19 crisis has taught us that the pandemic and containment measures do not impact everyone in the same way.
Among the private sector, Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs), especially those led by women, youth, ethnic minorities and migrants, suffered the most.
In 2021, the theme is “MSME 2021: key to an inclusive and sustainable recovery”.
That is why the UN will be hosting a series of events to explore how MSMEs – the backbone of our economies – can be equipped to ensure an equitable and sustainable post-COVID-19 recovery.

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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking – Observed on June 26

The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is a United Nations International Day against drug abuse and the illegal drug trade.
It has been observed annually on 26 June, since 1989.
In 1987, the United Nations General Assembly decided to observe 26th June as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking as an expression of its determination to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.

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Day of the Seafarer – Observed on June 25

25 June of each year is the “Day of the Seafarer”, recognizing the invaluable contribution seafarers make to international trade and the world economy, often at great personal cost to themselves and their families.
The theme for 2021 Day of the Seafarer “Seafarers: at the core of shipping’s future”.
The theme “seeks to increase the visibility of seafarers by drawing attention to the invaluable role they play now and will continue to play in the future.
This year the campaign for Day of Seafarer calls for a “fair future for seafarers.”
The campaign aims to discuss “issues that will still be relevant to seafarers after the pandemic, such as fair treatment of seafarers, fair working conditions, fair training, fair safety, etc”.
The Day of the Seafarer has now been included in the annual list of United Nations Observances.
On this day, people pay respect to Seafarers and sailors who help the entire world function by conducting sea transport.

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Union Govt introduces ‘green tariff’ policy

The union government is working on a ‘green tariff’ policy that will help electricity distribution companies (discoms) supply electricity generated from clean energy projects at a cheaper rate as compared to power from conventional fuel sources such as coal.
This was announced by power and new and renewable energy minister Raj Kumar Singh who said the government was in the process of formulating a set of rules and guidelines to enable such a mechanism.
Once the mechanism is in place, discoms can exclusively buy green electricity and supply it at ‘green tariff’, which will be the weighted average tariff of green energy that the consumer will pay.
This comes in the backdrop of India’s solar and wind power tariffs hitting an all-time low of 1.99 per unit and Rs.2.43 per unit respectively.
India is running the world’s largest clean energy programme to achieve 175 gigawatt(GW) of renewable capacity, including 100GW of solar power by 2022.

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International Olympic Day – Observed on June 23

International Olympic Dayis celebrated on June 23 to encourage more people to participate in the Olympic Games and raise awareness about the number of sports held during this event.
The theme of International Olympic Day 2021: Stay healthy, stay strong, stay active with the #OlympicDay workout on 23 June.
Olympic daywas first celebrated on 23 June 1948.
The date 23 June was chosen to celebratethe foundation of the International Olympic Committee at the Sorbonne, Paris, on 23 June 1894.
OlympicDay is a celebration of sport, health, and being the best you can be.
It invites everyone around the globeto be active.

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MoS for Education, Sanjay Dhotre initiates NIOS Diploma course in Yogic Science

Minister of State for Education Shri Sanjay Dhotre launched NIOS Diploma course in Yogic Science on the occasion of International Day of Yoga.
The Minister released the self-instructional material of the course.

About the course:

The Minister mentioned that NIOS offers such vocational courses to the learners.
Shri Dhotre stated it has resulted in creating many employment opportunities.
The course in Yogic science launched will help those who pass out of the course to become a job provider rather than a job seeker.
The Minister also reiterated the laudable effort of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in declaring June 21st as the International Day of Yoga.

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World Sickle Cell Awareness Day – Observed on June 19

World Sickle Cell Awareness Dayis observed every year on June 19 to increase awareness and understanding of the disease and the challenges faced by its patients and their families.
The World Sickle Cell Day 2021 Themeis ‘Shine the Light on Sickle Cell’.
Sickle Cell Disease Day is celebrated to raise awareness about its treatment measures and to get effective control over this disease across the world.
The international awareness dayis observed annually with the goal to increase public knowledge and an understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges experienced by patients and their families and caregivers.
This year the Sickle Cell Society is celebrating 40 years of working in the sickle cell community.
World Sickle Cell Day is a United Nations recognized day to raise awareness of sickle cell at a national and international level.

Current Affairs 19th June 2021| Current Affairs News

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National Reading Day – Observed on June 19

National Reading Dayis celebrated to honour the father of the ‘Library Movement in Kerala’, the late PN Panicker, whose death anniversary is on June 19.
Reading has a tremendous impact on the socio-economic growth of a country.
A person’s, communities’ and country’s progress is all dependent on their extensive knowledge base.
Reading is necessary for firming the foundation of knowledge.
The N. The Foundation’s slogan is “Read and Grow.”
MH has launched a social media campaign called “#MyBookMyFriend” for this National Reading Day.
The ceremony is held in India to honour the late Puthuvayil Narayana Panicker, popularly known as P.N. Panicker, the father of the Library Movement.

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Sustainable Gastronomy Day – Observed on June 18

The UN General Assembly adopted on 21 December 2016 its resolution and designated 18 Juneas an international observance, Sustainable Gastronomy Day.
Sustainable gastronomy can play a role due to its interlinkages with the three dimensions of sustainable development, in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by promoting:
Agricultural development
food security
nutrition
sustainable food production
Conservation of biodiversity.

Current Affairs 17th June 2021| Current Affairs News

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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought – Observed on June 17

The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is a United Nations observance celebrated each year on 17 June.
The themeof World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2021 is “Restoration. Land. Recovery”.
The restoration of land brings for us various benefits including economic resilience, jobs, income growth, and food security, slows down climate change and recharges biodiversity.
Its purpose is to raise awareness of the presence of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of preventing desertification and recovering from drought.
Droughtis natural phenomenon when one area receives no water and becomes barren with no vegetation.
Desertification is a process of turning out a productive fertile land to a non-productive land and in severe cases the dry lands are termed as desertification.

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Global Wind Day – Observed on June 15

World Wind Dayalso known as Global Wind Day is observed every year on 15 June
The event is is celebratedto discover and spread awareness about wind, its power and the possibilities it holds to change our energy systems, decarbonise our economies and boost employment and growth.
It is organised by WindEurope and GWEC.
It is a day when wind energy is celebrated, information is exchanged and adults and children find out about wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to change the world.
Denmark is called the country of winds.

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International Albinism Awareness Day – Observed on June 13

International Albinism Awareness Day is celebrated annually on June 13 to celebrate the human rights of persons with albinism worldwide.
The theme of the day this year is #StrengthBeyondAllOdds.
The reason for choosing this theme is to primarily highlight the good qualities of those with albinism across the globe.
This year the theme also aims to shed light on how people with albinism are made to defy all odds and exceed expectations in all domains of life.
This day is marked to raise and create awareness among people about albinism and the human rights of people with albinism.
The reason for choosing this theme is to primarily highlight the good qualities of those with albinism across the globe.

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World Day Against Child Labour – Observed on June 12

The World Day Against Child Labour is an International Labour Organization-sanctioned holiday first launched in 2002 aiming to raise awareness and activism to prevent child labour.

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Govt increases kharif MSP of kharif crops by an average 3.7 per cent

The Central government increased the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of kharif crops for the 2021-21 crop season (July-June) by an average 3.7 per cent as compared to the previous year with the maximum hike reserved for pulses and oilseeds to encourage farmers to shift from paddy.
The MSP of tur and urad has been increased by Rs 300 per quintal in absolute terms for 2021-22 to Rs 6300 per quintal while the MSP of groundnut seed has been increased by Rs 275 per quintal in 2021-21 to Rs 5550 per quintal.

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Defence Minister noted that, motto of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan is to Make in India and Make for World

The mottoof ‘AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan‘ is ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make for the World‘, Defence Minster mentioned, adding that the campaign envisages the defence sector to play a major role in India’s economic growth and focuses on manufacturing cost-effective quality products for India and for the world.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh mentioned several procedural reforms undertaken by the Government, have transformed the defence industry to meet domestic as well as global demand.

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World Brain Tumor Day: Observed on June 08

World Brain Tumor Day, which seeks to raise awareness for the disease, we take a look at its history, purpose and significance.
A tumor is an abnormal growth of tissues in the body because of a malfunction in the cells that grow and divide more than they are supposed to.
Tumors also occur in brains or can spread to the brain from elsewhere.
They are either benign, which is non-cancerous or malignant, which is cancerous.
The National Cancer Institute estimates that about 18,600 people have died from brain and nervous system cancers this year in the United States alone.
The disease affects adults and the elderly, and also teenagers and children.

The Hindu Vocabulary - Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The Hindu Vocabulary - Tuesday, 08 June 2021 :beginner:

● TANGIBLE (ADJECTIVE): (वास्तविक): real
Synonyms: actual, solid
Antonyms: abstract
Example Sentence:
The emphasis is now on tangible results.

● CONFER (VERB): (प्रदान करना): bestow on
Synonyms: present with/to, grant to
Antonyms: withhold
Example Sentence:
The Minister may have exceeded the powers conferred on him by Parliament.

● EFFICACIOUS (ADJECTIVE): (प्रभावोत्पादक): effective
Synonyms: successful, effectual
Antonyms: inefficacious
Example Sentence:
The treatment was efficacious in some cases.

● HUMILIATE (VERB): (अपमानित करना): embarrass
Synonyms: mortify, humble
Antonyms: aggrandize
Example Sentence:
You'll humiliate me in front of the whole school!

Current Affairs 08th June 2021| Current Affairs News

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World Oceans Day – Observed on June 08

World Oceans Day is an international day that takes place annually on 8 June.
The themefor World Oceans Day 2021 is ‘The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods’.
The concept was originally proposed in 1992 by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development and the Ocean Institute of Canada at the Earth Summit – UN Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The purpose of the Dayis to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world’s oceans.

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World Day against Speciesism – Observed on June 05

World Day against Speciesismis marked on June 5 every year, to stop discrimination based on species membership.
The term “speciesism” refers to the assignment of different rights, values, or special consideration to individuals solely onthe basis of their species.
Initiated by animal rights advocates, its main goal is to remind people that speciesism, like racism or sexism, has no place in a civilized society.

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World Environment Day – Observed on June 05

World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June and is the United Nations’ principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment.
This year, the themeof World Environment Day is “Reimagine. Recreate. Restore.”.
The globalhost for the day in 2021 to highlight the importance of ecosystem restoration is Pakistan.
The purpose of World Environment Day is to spread awareness about the threat to the environment due to rising pollution levels and climate change.

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International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression – Observed on June 04

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is a United Nations observance held on June 4 every year.
It was established on 19 August 1982.
The purpose of the dayis to acknowledge the pain suffered by children throughout the world who are the victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse.
This dayaffirms the UN’s commitment to protect the rights of children.

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World Bicycle Day – Observed on June 03

In April 2018, the United Nations General Assemblydeclared June 3 as International World Bicycle Day.
The resolution for World Bicycle Day recognizes “the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, and clean and environmentallyfit sustainable means of transport”.
The day aims at developing a culture of cycling for basic transportation, commutation, and strengthening physical and mental health.

Movement and year Related to the freedom movement

1. Establishment of Indian National Congress
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2. Bang-Bhang Movement (Swadeshi Movement)
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3. Establishment of Muslim League
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4. Congress Partition
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5. Home Rule Movement
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40 Commonly Used and Popular English Idioms

40 Commonly Used and Popular English Idioms

●A blessing in disguise
Meaning: A good thing that initially seemed bad

●A dime a dozen
Meaning: Something that is very common, not unique

●Adding insult to injury
Meaning: To make a bad situation even worse

●Beat around the bush
Meaning: Avoid sharing your true viewpoint or feelings because it is uncomfortable

●Beating a dead horse
Meaning: giving time or energy to something that is ended or over

Current Affairs 02nd June 2021| Current Affairs News

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Telangana Formation Day – Observed on June 02

Telangana Day commonly known as Telangana Formation Day is a state holiday in the Indian state of Telangana, commemorating the formation of the state of Telangana.
It has been observed annually on 2 June since 2014.
After several years of protest and agitation, the central government, under the United Progressive Alliance, decided to bifurcate the existing Andhra Pradesh state and on 7 February 2014, the Union Cabinet unilaterally cleared the bill for the creation of Telangana.
In the General Elections held in April 2014, Telangana Rashtra Samithi emerged victorious by winning 63 of the 119 seats and formed the government.
Sri K Chandrashekar Rao was sworn in as the First Chief Minister of Telangana.

About Telangana:

Capital: Hyderabad
Chief Minister: Sri K. Chandrashekar Rao
Governor: Tamilisai Soundararajan

The Hindu Vocabulary For All Competitive Exams.:Tuesday, 01 June 2021 #Excellenc_by_Saikat_Sir

Tuesday, 01 June 2021 :beginner:

●The Hindu Vocabulary For All Competitive Exams.

1. CONFRONT (VERB): (सामना करना):  challenge
Synonyms: square up to, oppose
Antonyms: avoid
Example Sentence:
He confronted the robbers as they were trying to leave.

2. POISED (ADJECTIVE): (शांतचित्त):  self-possessed
Synonyms: self-assured composed
Antonyms: excited
Example Sentence:
Not every day you saw that poised, competent kid distressed.

3. DESPITE (PREPOSITION): (के बावजूद ):  in spite of
Synonyms: notwithstanding, in the face of
Antonyms: because of
Example Sentence:
He remains a great leader despite age and infirmity.

4. CONSOLIDATE (VERB): (मजबूत करना):  strengthen
Synonyms: secure, stabilize
Antonyms: weaken
Example Sentence:
The company consolidated its position in the international market.

5. FLIPPANT (ADJECTIVE): (क्षुद्र):  frivolous
Synonyms: superficial, shallow
Antonyms: serious
Example Sentence:
He made a flippant remark.

6. TIRESOME (ADJECTIVE): (थकानेवाला):  boring
Synonyms: dull, tedious
Antonyms: interesting
Example Sentence:
Weeding is a tiresome but essential job.

7. GLORIFY (VERB): (महिमामंडन करना):  ennoble
Synonyms: exalt, elevate
Antonyms: dishonour
Example Sentence:
A football video went viral glorifying violence.

8. ABATE (VERB): (घटना):  subside
Synonyms: lessen, let up
Antonyms: intensify
Example Sentence:
In an hour or so the storm would abate and they could leave.

9. FLEETING (ADJECTIVE): (क्षणभंगुर):  brief
Synonyms: transient, short-lived
Antonyms: lasting
Example Sentence:
For a very fleeting moment I saw his face.

10. GLOSSY (ADJECTIVE): (सतही आकर्षक):  expensive
Synonyms: high-quality, stylish
Antonyms: cheap
Example Sentence:
That is just another glossy TV miniseries.

Current Affairs 01st June 2021| Current Affairs News

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Global Parents Day – Observed on June 01

A day to appreciate parents across the world, Global Parents Day or Parents Day, is an excellent opportunity for children and parents to celebrate the unique bond.
“Appreciate all parents throughout the world” is the theme of global parents’ day 2021.
The Global Day of Parents is observed on the 1st of June every year.
The Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2012.

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World Asteroid Day – Observed on June 30

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International Day of the Tropics – Observed on June 29

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Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day: Observed on June 27

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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking – Observed on June 26

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Day of the Seafarer – Observed on June 25

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Union Govt introduces ‘green tariff’ policy

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International Olympic Day – Observed on June 23

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MoS for Education, Sanjay Dhotre initiates NIOS Diploma course in Yogic Science

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World Sickle Cell Awareness Day – Observed on June 19

National Reading Day – Observed on June 19

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Sustainable Gastronomy Day – Observed on June 18

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought – Observed on June 17

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Global Wind Day – Observed on June 15

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International Albinism Awareness Day – Observed on June 13

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World Day Against Child Labour – Observed on June 12

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Govt increases kharif MSP of kharif crops by an average 3.7 per cent

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Defence Minister noted that, motto of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan is to Make in India and Make for World

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World Brain Tumor Day: Observed on June 08

World Oceans Day – Observed on June 08

World Day against Speciesism – Observed on June 05

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World Environment Day – Observed on June 05

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International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression – Observed on June 04

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World Bicycle Day – Observed on June 03

Telangana Formation Day – Observed on June 02

Global Parents Day – Observed on June 01