National News
J.P Nadda Launches National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024
Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024, on June 24. He was joined by Smt. Anupriya Patel and Shri Jadhav Patraprao Ganpatrao, Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare. The dignitaries also released IEC materials like logo, posters, radio spots and audio visuals for the campaign and distributed oral rehydration salts (ORS) and zinc tablets to children on the occasion.
State News
Maharashtra Governor Unveils Maritime History Book: ‘Gateways to the Sea’
On June 22, 2024, a significant literary event took place at Raj Bhavan Mumbai, highlighting the rich maritime heritage of the Mumbai region. The Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Ramesh Bais, released a book titled ‘Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region’, shedding light on the area’s ancient and modern maritime history.
Banking News
SBI Distributes Rs 6,959 Crore Dividend to Government
In a significant financial gesture, the State Bank of India (SBI) has distributed a dividend of Rs 6,959 crore to the Indian government for the financial year 2023-24. This marks an increase from the previous year’s dividend of Rs 11.30 per share to Rs 13.70 per share. The dividend cheque was presented by SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in the presence of Financial Services Secretary Vivek Joshi. SBI reported a record consolidated net profit of Rs 67,085 crore for the year, up from Rs 55,648 crore the previous year.
Economy News
S&P Retains India FY25 GDP Growth Estimate at 6.8%
S&P Global Ratings has maintained its GDP growth forecast for India at 6.8% for FY25, citing high interest rates and reduced fiscal stimulus as factors tempering demand in non-agricultural sectors. The projection for FY26 and FY27 stands at 6.9% and 7%, respectively.
Sports News
Indian Archers Triumph at Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3
The Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3 in Antalya, Turkey concluded on June 23, 2024, with Indian archers showcasing their exceptional skills and bringing home multiple medals. This prestigious event, organized by World Archery from June 18-23, 2024, saw India’s team finish with an impressive tally of four medals – one gold, one silver, and two bronze.
Important Days News
International Day of the Seafarer 2024, Date, Importance and History
Every year on June 25th, we celebrate the International Day of the Seafarer. This special day was created by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2010 to recognize the important role seafarers play in our daily lives and the global economy.
