States News
BJP and SKM Triumph in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim Assembly Elections
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Sikkim Kantikari Morcha (SKM) emerged as the clear winners in the recently concluded legislative assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim, respectively. According to the Election Commission of India, the BJP clinched an impressive 46 out of 60 seats in Arunachal Pradesh, while the SKM swept the Sikkim polls, securing a remarkable 31 out of 32 seats.
Hyderabad’s Tenure as Joint Capital of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Ends
On 2 June 2024, the city of Hyderabad officially ceases to be the joint capital of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. This milestone marks the end of a ten-year period during which Hyderabad served as the shared capital for the two states. In 2014, the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act was passed by the Parliament of India under Article 3 of the Constitution. This Act led to the bifurcation of the erstwhile state of Andhra Pradesh, resulting in the creation of Telangana as the 29th state of India.
International News
Historic Election in Mexico: Claudia Sheinbaum Becomes First Woman President
In a historic moment for Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum has been elected as the country’s first woman president, according to the provisional results announced by the Mexican election commission. Sheinbaum, from the ruling Morena party, has taken an unassailable lead over her nearest rivals in the presidential contest held on June 2, 2024. Outgoing Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, who mentored Sheinbaum, has congratulated her on her victory. The elections also saw the renewal of more than 20,000 political positions, including all seats in the lower house, the senate, and regional and municipal offices.
Appointments News
PV Sindhu Invests in and Becomes Brand Ambassador for Greenday’s ‘Better Nutrition’
In a significant move, PV Sindhu, the two-time Olympic medallist and World Champion in badminton, has invested in Greenday’s ‘Better Nutrition’ brand. Sindhu has also joined the startup as its brand ambassador, further solidifying her commitment to the cause of tackling micronutrient deficiencies in India.
Science and Technology News
Lunar Timekeeping: How NASA Plans to Synchronize Moon Missions
As part of the Artemis program, which intends to bring humans back to the lunar surface, NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) are working together to create a common time system for the moon. The project aims to meet the requirement for a common timekeeping system to manage missions from various nations and private organizations.
Sports News
Record Prize Money for 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
The ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with the winners set to take home a record-breaking prize money of at least $2.45 million. This staggering figure represents the highest prize money in the history of the tournament, making the coveted trophy even more prestigious.
Important Days
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression 2024
Every year, the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed on June 4. This year, it falls on a Tuesday. On August 19, 1982, the UN General Assembly’s special session focused on the plight that Palestinian and Lebanese children faced due to Israeli aggression during the Lebanon war.
