Daily Current Affairs 27 June 2022 | WBCS, WBPSC, WBP

By Avijit Dey|Updated : June 27th, 2022

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Daily Current Affairs 27.06.2022 

Important News: International

Gun safety law

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Why in News:

  • Federal gun safety law is signed by US President Joe Biden.

key points:

  • The gun safety law was introduced following shootings at an elementary school in Texas and a supermarket in Buffalo New York.
  • The new gun safety law has expanded the scope of background checks for gun-buying youth aged 18 to 21.
  • The bill was passed by the House of Representatives by a vote of 234 to 193, after which the bill was also passed through a vote by the Senate.
  • The main objective of the gun safety law is to secure the lives of the people.

Source: Livemint 

Important News: India

Drug-Free India Campaign on the occasion of International Day Against Drug Abuse

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Why in News:

  • Drug-Free India Campaign Run - the 19th run against drug abuse - was organized by Social Justice and Empowerment Department at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Bhishma Pitamah Marg in Pragati Vihar, New Delhi.

key points:

  • This year's theme is "Share Facts on Drugs, Save Lives".
  • The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed every year on 26 June to strengthen the steps taken and cooperation to build a world free of drug abuse.
  • This run is organized with the aim of creating awareness and presenting a united front against drug abuse.
  • “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan is an initiative related to the mass program for Run – Run Against Drugs” which also includes 1 Km, 5 Km, 10 Km runs, Zumba Classes, and Aerobics.

Source: PIB

India New Car Assessment Program

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Why in News:

  • A notification has been issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, under which a new rule 126E has been proposed to be inserted in the CMVR (Central Motor Vehicles Regulation), 1989 with regard to the India New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP).

key points:

  • Under the new law, approved motor vehicles of Category M1 with a gross vehicle weight of fewer than 3.5 tons, manufactured or imported into the country, will be applied as per the Automotive Industry Standards (AIS)-197, as amended from time to time, the global benchmark. and far exceeds the minimum regulatory requirements.
  • As per the latest amendment, India will assess the level of safety of its occupants by NCAP rating by evaluating the vehicle in the areas of (a) Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) (b) Child Occupant Protection (COP), and (c) Safety Assistive Technologies. The vehicle will also be awarded a star rating from one to five stars based on its scoring against various tests conducted as per AIS 197.
  • Vehicles will be examined in Testing Agencies equipped with necessary infrastructure facilities covered in Rule 126 of CMVR 1989 for the New Car Assessment Programme.

Source: PIB

Organized seminar on anti-human trafficking awareness

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Why in News:

  • A one-day seminar on Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness was organized by National Commission for Women (NCW) in collaboration with the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D).

key points:

  • The one-day awareness session discussed the introduction, concept, types, and existing response mechanisms of human trafficking and the psycho-social impact of trafficking as well as the role of civil society organizations in its prevention.
  • The seminar was divided into four technical sessions, 'Introduction: Concepts, Patterns and Existing Response Mechanisms of Human Trafficking', 'Different Dimensions of Human Trafficking, 'Psycho-Social Effects of Trafficking' and 'Emancipation, Post-Emancipation Care and Rehabilitation Role of NGOs in '.
  • Seminar on Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness State Commission for Women, Women and Child Development Departments of States/UTs, Senior Police Officers, Senior Officers of Para Military Forces, Government Organizations, National Commissions, Administrative, Judiciary, and Police Training Institutes, Non-Governmental Organizations, directors of medical institutions and universities/colleges were included.
  • An Anti-Human Trafficking Cell (Anti-Human Trafficking Cell) on 2nd April 2022 by the National Commission for Women with the objective of dealing with cases of human trafficking, raising awareness among women and girls, capacity building, and training anti-trafficking units, and sensitizing and empowering law enforcement machinery. AHTC) was established.

Source: The Hindu

Jyotirgamaya - the end of the festival showcasing the talent of unheard artists

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Why in News:

  • Jyotirgamaya, a unique festival showcasing the talent of rare musical instruments from across the country including street performers, train entertainers, temple artists, etc., culminated at Kamani Auditorium in New Delhi.

key points:

  • The talent of unheard artists from all corners of the country was showcased during the 5-day festival, in which 15 artists displayed their art every day, totaling 75 performances.
  • During the festival, a live exhibition was organized at the Fine Arts Gallery showcasing musical instruments like Kamaicha, Ravanahatha, Rabab, Pung, Sarangi, Jodi Pava, and Khol, which are related to different parts of our country.
  • Workshops on the manufacturing of rare musical instruments like Maddalam, Rudra Veena, Dukkad, Shehnai, and Nadaswaram were organized in Jyotirgamaya Utsav which were observed daily with enthusiasm by artists, scholars, researchers, students, etc.
  • During the event, an exhibition of 20 rare instruments was displayed for the audience at the festival.

Source: PIB

Important News: Sports

Golden Achievement Award 2021
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  • Vijay Amritraj of India has been honored with the Golden Achievement Award for the year 2021.
  • The Golden Achievement Award is presented annually by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and the International Tennis Federation.
  • The Golden Achievement Award is given to an individual in tennis who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of tennis in the field of governance, promotion, and education at the international level.
  • Vijay Amritraj is known to be one of the world's most important tennis players who converted professional tennis into the ATP Tour.

Source: News on Air

Important Days

International Sailor Day

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  • In order to recognize the invaluable contribution of seafarers in the commerce and economic system, 'International Sailor Day' is organized every year on 25 June all over the world.
  • In the year 2010, International Maritime Organization announced to celebrate 25 June every year as International Sailor Day, after which the first International Sailor Day was organized in the year 2011.
  • The primary goal of International Seafarers Day is to make people aware of the important role seafarers play in global trade and transportation.

Source: Indian Express

Important Personality

Martyrdom Day of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur

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Why in News:

  • The martyrdom day of the great warrior Baba Banda Singh Bahadur was celebrated by the National Memorial Authority at the Red Fort in New Delhi.

key points:

  • During the program at the Red Fort in New Delhi, a Dhadi Jatha has performed as well as an exhibition depicting the story of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur.
  • Baba Banda Singh Bahadur was a great Sikh warrior, and he was also a commander of the Khalsa Army who defeated the Mughals and liberated a large part of North India from the oppressive Mughal rule, and established Khalsa rule in Punjab.
  • The Zamindari system was abolished by Banda Singh Bahadur and the right to property was given to the cultivators of the land.
  • Banda Singh Bahadur was a great ruler who introduced Nanak Shahi coins.
  • Banda Singh Bahadur was captured by the Mughal ruler Farrukhsiyar and was martyred at Mehrauli, where a memorial was built in his memory.

Source: Indian Express

 

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