Daily Current Affairs for Punjab Government Exams 2025 Ace Your Exams With Ease!

Summary

In this session, Balwinder Sir discusses various current affairs topics, including National Statistics Day, the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra, and the most valuable brand in India, Tata Group. He highlights significant events such as the launch of the NPS Vatsalya scheme, the AI-powered Durga Expressway, and international reports like the State of the Climate in Asia. The session also covers key figures, including PC Mahalanobis, Nirmala Sitharaman, and leaders of various organizations. A variety of topics, ranging from chess to climate change, are explored in detail to provide a comprehensive overview of recent developments.

Takeaways

• 😀 National Statistics Day is celebrated on June 29th in honor of PC Mahalanobis, a key figure in Indian statistics.
• 😀 The Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra, which started on June 27th, is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra.
• 😀 Tata Group has been ranked as the most valuable brand in India according to the 10th Brand Finance India rankings.
• 😀 The All India Chess Federation has launched a scheme to provide support to top national chess players.
• 😀 Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited is India's first maritime sector NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company).
• 😀 NATO has decided to spend a specific percentage of GDP on defense, as discussed during the NATO Summit in Switzerland.
• 😀 AIIB's Enhanced ROC Weathering Technique aims to tackle climate change by capturing CO2 from the environment.
• 😀 The Durga Expressway in Kashmir is the first expressway to be equipped with an AI-powered advanced traffic management system.
• 😀 The NPS Vatsalya scheme, launched by Nirmala Sitharaman, is designed to provide financial security for minors.
• 😀 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Traffic is observed on June 26th, highlighting global efforts to fight drug abuse.
• 😀 The Khelo India University Games 2025 will be held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, promoting sports at the university level.

Q & A

What is National Statistics Day, and when is it observed?

National Statistics Day is observed annually on June 29 to celebrate the birth anniversary of PC Mahalanobis, a renowned Indian statistician.

Who are the deities associated with the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra, and when does it start?

The Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. This year, the festival started on June 27.

Which is the most valuable brand in India according to Brand Finance?

The most valuable brand in India, according to Brand Finance, is Tata Group.

What is the purpose of the scheme launched by the All India Chess Federation (AICF)?

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) launched a scheme to provide financial support to top national chess players.

Which company has become India's first maritime sector NBFC?

Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited has become India's first maritime sector non-banking financial company (NBFC).

What is the Enhanced Roc Weathering Technique, and what is its purpose?

The Enhanced Roc Weathering Technique is designed to tackle climate change by capturing CO2 from the atmosphere.

Which expressway in Kashmir is the first to have an AI-powered advanced traffic management system?

The Durga Expressway in Kashmir is the first expressway to be equipped with an AI-powered advanced traffic management system.

Who launched the NPS Vatsalya Pension Scheme, and what is its objective?

The NPS Vatsalya Pension Scheme was launched by Nirmala Sitharaman to provide financial safety for minors by allowing parents to invest for their children's future.

When is International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed?

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed on June 26 every year to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.

Where will the Khelo India University Games 2025 be held?

The Khelo India University Games 2025 will be held in Jaipur, Rajasthan.