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1. NITI Aayog Releases 8

• என்ன நடந்தது: NITI Aayog Releases 8thEdition of Trade Watch QuarterlyIn June 2026, the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog released the8thedition of the ‘Trade Watch Quarterly(TWQ)’for Q4 (January-March 2026) of Financial Year 2025-26 (FY26) in New Delhi, Delhi. Key Findings:Focus:This edition focuses on thepharmaceutical sectorwith special emphasis on Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: The global pharmaceutical market recorded an estimated demand ofUSD 1.3 trillion(Tn)in 2025.Pharmaceutical Sector:India’s pharmaceutical sector contributes over1.7%to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and accounts for 7.2% of the manufacturing Gross Value Added (GVA).Trade Growth:India’s trade remained broadly stable, with totalmerchandise and services trade expanding by5.4%during FY26 toreachUSD 1.84 Tn.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It was released in the presence ofNidhi Chhibber, interim Chief Executive Officer(CEO), NITI Aayog and other senior officials.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. Union Civil Aviation Minister Inaugurates First Hub-and-Spoke Flight in

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union Civil Aviation Minister Inaugurates First Hub-and-Spoke Flight inVaranasi,UPIn June 2026,Union Minister Kinjarapu (K.) Ram Mohan Naidu,Ministry of Civil Aviation(MoCA), inaugurated India’sfirst hub-and-spoke flightAir India flight 1111from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh (UP), enabling connectivity to 17 international destinations, including Rome (Italy), Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), and Phuket (Thailand), via New Delhi (Delhi).AboutFirst Hub-and-Spoke Flight:Model:The hub-and-spoke network operates by connecting multiple smaller airports (spokes) to a central airport (hub), allowing passengers to access a wider range of destinations through a single transit point.Easy Connect Initiative:The 1st hub-and-spoke flight was launched underAir India’s ‘Easy Connect’ initiative,designed to facilitate the operationalisation of international connectivity from tier-2 and tier-3 Indian cities at scale.Significance:Under this initiative, passengers from tier-2 and tier-3 cities will be able to complete all immigration formalities and baggage checks at their home airport, thereby removing the need of re-booking and re-checking at large metro transit hubs. C-DOT &IIT HyderabadSignMoUfor setting upCoEin Advanced Communication TechnologiesIn June 2026, the Centre for Development of Telematics(C-DOT),the premier Research and Development (R&D) centre under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad(IITH), (Telangana), aimed to accelerate research and innovation in next-generation communication technologies.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Key Details:Expansion:As part of this strategic partnership, C-DOT will establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in advanced communications technologies at IITH campus in Hyderabad, Telangana, marking its 4th CoE after IIT Kanpur(IIT-K), Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, (UP), IIT Gandhinagar, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, and IIT Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand.Key Focus Areas:The MoU has outlined key focus areas for the proposed CoE: wireless communications, quantum technologies, cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven applications.Key Interventions:The new centre will undertake joint research and prototype development in 5G (Fifth Generation) Advanced/6G technologies, massive Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO) systems, integrated sensing and communication systems, AI-enabled communication networks and devices, and quantum & post-quantum communications.Startup Collaboration:C-DOT has already collaborated with WiSig Networks (Wireless and Signal)WISIG,a startup incubated at IITH for the development and deployment of disaggregated 5G Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) solutions, which will help the CoE to support startups, intellectual property creation, and knowledge exchange through workshops and training programs.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The MoU was signed in the presence ofB. S. Murty, Director of IITH, andRajkumar Upadhyay, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of C-DOT.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

3. ASSOCHAM & ACCI Sign MoU to

• என்ன நடந்தது: ASSOCHAM & ACCI Sign MoU toEnhance India–Afghanistan Trade RelationsIn June 2026, the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India(ASSOCHAM)signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment(ACCI)in New Delhi, Delhi, to boost bilateral trade, investment, and business cooperation. Highlights of the MoU:Focus Areas:It covers trade facilitation, business networking, delegation exchanges, and cooperation in Mining, Food Processing, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Oil & Gas, and Sugar Manufacturing.Strategy:The partners will hold virtual consultations over 60 days to identify key sectors and facilitate a 15–20 member Indian business delegation to expand the current USD 1 billion bilateral trade.Implementation:The partnership will use digital auction platforms, business-to-business engagements, annual work plans, sector-specific initiatives, and virtual feedback to guide on-ground visits.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: BharathCloud &ICSISigns MoU to Provide Sovereign AI Cloud Infrastructure for Company SecretariesIn June 2026,BharathCloud,India’s sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) cloud provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India(ICSI)inPune, Maharashtra, to provide secure India-hosted cloud infrastructure for Company Secretaries (CS). Highlights of MoU:Objective:The partnership aims to accelerate the digital transformation of ICSI members by enabling a secure transition from on-premise Information Technology (IT)systems to compliant, India-hosted cloud platforms.Features:ICSI members will receive BharathCloud services at special pricing for2 years, along with onboarding, training, and technical support for seamless cloud migration.Cloud Benefits:The platform provides encrypted storage, India-hosted data, automated backups, disaster recovery, remote access, and24×7support, helping improve data security, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while reducing dependence on on-premise IT systems.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The MoU was signed byNirmalKumarMinda, President of ASSOCHAM, andSayed Mohammad Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI, during the visit of an Afghan business delegation to India.; The MoU was represented byPadma ReddySama, Co-Founder of BharathCloud, andCS Pawan G.Chandak, President of the ICSI.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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4. TOP500 Supercomputer Rankings 2026: China’s LineShine Emerged World’s Most Powerful Supercomputer

• என்ன நடந்தது: TOP500 Supercomputer Rankings 2026: China’s LineShine Emerged World’s Most Powerful SupercomputerIn June 2026, the67thedition of theTOP500 Supercomputer Rankings 2026,a biannual list of the world’s most powerful supercomputers, was released at the International Supercomputing(ISC) High Performance2026conferencein Hamburg, Germany. As per the latest rankings,China’s LineShine machine,based at the National Supercomputing Center in Shenzhen, emerged as the world’s most powerful supercomputer, replacing the United States of America(USA)’s El Capitan.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Key Findings:Other Top 5:The USAs’ Frontier (3rd) and Aurora (4th), followed by Germany’s Jupiter, which ranks 5th.New Entrant:Apart from China’s LineShine, Eni S.p.A.’s new HPC7 system (Italy) featured for the 1st time on the list, securing 6th spot with computing speed of 571.5 petaflop/s.Most Represented Countries:TheUSAwith 161 systems, topped among the countries with the highest share of systems on the list, followed by Japan (44), Germany (41), China (31), among others.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: LineShine is nearly 26 times faster than India’s most powerful supercomputer‘Shakti Cloud’, which secured32ndspot on the list, with a performance of 84.31 petaflops.; India is ranked16th,with 7 supercomputers( PARAM Siddhi-AI, Pratyush, Mihir, Aditya, SahasraT, Arka, and Param Bramha).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

5. Bangladesh Joins India’s International Big Cat Alliance as 27th Member

• என்ன நடந்தது: Bangladesh Joins India’s International Big Cat Alliance as 27th MemberIn June 2026,Bangladeshofficially joined India’s International Big Cat Alliance(IBCA)as its27th membercountry, aiming to enhance joint conservation strategies, habitat protection, and transboundary wildlife management. About Bangladesh’s Accession to IBCA:Membership:Bangladesh joined IBCA after Cabinet approval on May 22, 2026, based on a proposal from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, following India’s invitation during diplomatic discussions between Indian High CommissionerPranay Vermaand Bangladesh Environment MinisterAbdul AwalMintooin April 2026.Conservation:The accession strengthens transboundary conservation of the Bengal tiger and leopard in the Sundarbans, promotes South Asian ecosystem protection, and enhances coordinated monitoring, data sharing, and anti-poaching efforts.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Bangladesh’s accession is expected to strengthen regional cooperation in protecting big cat species, combating wildlife crime, promoting scientific research, and conserving shared ecosystems across national borders.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

6. USA Announces USD 482.2 Million Package

• என்ன நடந்தது: USA Announces USD 482.2 Million PackageForIndia’s M777A2 Howitzers and AH-64E Apache HelicoptersIn June 2026, the Defence Security Cooperation Agency(DSCA)which administers the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programmeof the United States of America(USA),notified the proposed sale of sustainment support services and related equipment for India’sAttack Helicopters 64 Echo (AH-64E) Apache helicoptersandM777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzersat an estimated cost ofUSD 482.2 million. Key Details:Principle Contractors:American defence manufacturing companies, Boeing Company and Lockheed Martin, will be the principal contracts for Apache helicopters support services, while, the principal contractor for M777 Howitzer777 will be BAE Systems, located in Cumbria, the United Kingdom (UK).M777 Howitzers:In 2017, the US Department of Defence granted USD 542 million contract to BAE systems to supply 145 M777 ultra-lightweight howitzers to the Indian Army (IA) under the FMS signed between Government of India (GoI) and the Government of the USA.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Apache Helicopters:These are multi-role attack helicopters operated by the IA, designed for precision strikes and all-weather, day and night missions.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: As per the notification, the US government has announcedUSD 230 millionlong-term sustainment package for M777A Howitzers andUSD 198.2 millionfor Apache Helicopters.; 155 millimeter (mm)-long M777, lightweight towed artillery system, is designed for a rapid deployment and high mobility.; In December 2025, the IA received the final batch of 03 Apache helicopters from Boeing.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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7. Cross-border Payments Platform Skydo Secures Canada Registration

• என்ன நடந்தது: Cross-border Payments Platform Skydo Secures Canada RegistrationIn June 2026, the cross-border payments platformSkydo,secured an international payment license in Canada, marking the company’s first regulatory approval outside India. AboutCanada Registration:Monitored by:The license, granted under Canada’s Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA), and monitored byBank of Canada.Significance:The new license will enable the company to facilitate two-day payment flows between India and Canada, supporting local collections and payouts.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Services Expansion:With the regulatory approvals in India and Canada, along with its Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT) City approval, Skydo is consolidating its position to serve the India-Canada corridor, across trade, education, tourism and business.About Skydo:Founded in 2022 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, by Movin Jain and Srivatsan Sridhar, Skydo is a global Business-to-Business (B2B) cross-border payments platform.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: With this, Skydo became the1st Indiancross-border company to get regulatory approval overseas.; In addition, it will also enable the company to expand its offerings beyond international collections and provide a wider range of cross-border payment services.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

8. S&P Global Downgrades India’s FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 6.6%

• என்ன நடந்தது: S&P Global Downgrades India’s FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 6.6%In June 2026, Standard & Poor’s(S&P) Global Ratingsreleased its latest report, “Economic Outlook Asia-Pacific Q3 2026”, titledAI(Artificial Intelligence)-Exposed Markets To Outperform, in which it cut India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) forecast to6.6%for the Financial Year 2026-27 (FY27),driven by energy stress,sub-par monsoon and slowing global growth.Key Projections:Previous growth:The Indian economy recorded7.7%growth in FY26 and7.1%in FY25.Upcoming Forecast:The rating agency expects growth to improve to7.2%in FY28 and7%in FY29.Inflation:Retail Inflation is expected to be0.5-0.6%higher in the Q3 FY27 (October-December 2026) and it will rise to5.1%in the current fiscal year (FY27).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

9. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

10. Abiy Ahmed Secures Second Consecutive Term as Ethiopian PM

• என்ன நடந்தது: Abiy Ahmed Secures Second Consecutive Term as Ethiopian PMIn June 2026,EthiopianPrime Minister(PM)AbiyAhmed’sProsperity Party (PP) secured a landslide victory in Ethiopia’s general election held on 1 June 2026, retaining its overwhelming parliamentary majority and paving the way for Abiy Ahmed to begin asecond consecutive five-year termas PM. Background:Result:The PP won438of the 501 contested seats in the House of Peoples’ Representatives, the lower house of Ethiopia’s Parliament.Government Formation:Under Ethiopia’s political system, the PM is elected by the House of Peoples’ Representatives.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Abiy Ahmed is expected to be sworn in for a new term inOctober 2026.Voter Turnout:Around 54 million voters were registered, while nearly 40 million cast their votes.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He was awarded theNobel Peace Prize in 2019for his efforts in resolving the long-standing conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

11. ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS

• என்ன நடந்தது: ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

12. CCI Approves Honda’s Proposal to Acquire Additional 21% Stake in Astemo

• என்ன நடந்தது: CCI Approves Honda’s Proposal to Acquire Additional 21% Stake in AstemoIn June 2026, the Competition Commission of India(CCI), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved the proposal of Japanese automakerHonda Motor Co. Limited,to buy an additional21%in automotive components manufacturerAstemo LimitedfromHitachi.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Other Acquisition:Stake Acquisition in Nxtra:In addition, the CCI has also granted its approval to American global alternative asset managerAlpha Wave Global’sproposed stake acquisition inNxtra DataLimited, the Data Centre (DC) and cloud services arm of Bharti Airtel through Alpha Wave Ventures II, LP, a private equity fund. Stake Acquisitionin Airtel Africa:Bharti Airtel acquired a16.3% stakein Airtel Africa from ICIL for around Rs 28,200 crore, increasing its shareholding in the company to approximately79%.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Post-acquisition, Honda’s stake in Astemo will rise to61%, making it a consolidated subsidiary, while Hitachi and JIC Capital will hold 19% and 20%, respectively.; Bharti Airtel will retain control of Nxtra, while Alpha Wave Global, Carlyle, Anchorage Capital, and Airtel will jointly fund the deal, valuing Nxtra at around USD 3.1 billion.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

🏏 விளையாட்டு

13. FEI and FAI Sign Strategic MoU to Advance Fencing Development on Road to LA 2028

• என்ன நடந்தது: FEI and FAI Sign Strategic MoU to Advance Fencing Development on Road to LA 2028In June 2026, the International Fencing Federation(FIE)signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Fencing Association of India(FAI)to strengthen cooperation and support the continued growth and promotion of fencing in India for the upcoming Los Angeles(LA) 2028 Olympic Games. Key Details:Areas of Collaboration:This strategic partnership outlines key areas of collaboration, including athlete promotion, fan engagement, communications, stakeholder outreach, and initiatives to increase the visibility and appeal of fencing.Key Interventions:As per the MoU, both entities will work together to generate opportunities that support athletes, engage new audiences and contribute the long-term development of fencing in India.Significance for India:The collaboration with FEI will help India to strengthen the sport’s ecosystem, create greater awareness, and provide enhanced opportunities for athletes to excel.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Abdelmoniem EL Husseiny, Interim President of the FIE and Rajeev Mehta, Secretary General of FAI and Secretary  General of the Fencing Confederation of Asia (FCA) signed the MoU on the sidelines of the Asian Fencing Championships 2026 held in New Delhi, Delhi.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

🌿 சுற்றுச்சூழல் & புவியியல்

14. ATREE Scientists Discover Two New Microscopic Snail Species in Meghalaya’s Limestone Caves

• என்ன நடந்தது: ATREE Scientists Discover Two New Microscopic Snail Species in Meghalaya’s Limestone CavesIn June 2026, the scientist from Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment(ATREE)discovered two new microscopic snail species,GeorissameghalayaensisandAcmellabensoni, in Krem Puri and Arwah limestone caves, Meghalaya, with distinct shell patterns, enhancing knowledge of the region’s subterranean biodiversity. About Meghalaya Micro-Snail Discovery:Species:Georissameghalayaensis, endemic to Meghalaya, was discovered near the entrance of Krem Puri cave and has an orangish-red shell with intricate mesh-like ridges, whileAcmellabensoni, named afterWilliam H.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Benson,was found deeper inside Krem Puri and Arwah caves with a translucent whitish shell featuring deep grooves and densely packed ribs.Features:Both species are extremely small, vividly coloured snails adapted to limestone cave habitats and require microscopic examination for identification, with related regional records from Manipur and Mizoram.Threats:Their habitats face threats from heavy tourist footfall, artificial lighting, cave stairway construction, limestone mining, and habitat alteration.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The findings were published in theEuropean Journal of Taxonomy, reporting the discovery of the two species in Meghalaya, part of the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot with around 1,200 limestone caves.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

15. ZSI Discovers New Moth Species Antaram

• என்ன நடந்தது: ZSI Discovers New Moth Species AntaramidukkiandMimeusemiakali in Kerala Western GhatsIn June 2026,The Zoological Survey of India(ZSI), Pune, Maharashtra, in collaboration with the Natural History Museum, London discovered two new moth speciesAntaramidukki(tiger moth) in Idukki, Kerala andMimeusemiakali(forester moth) in Kali Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, expanding Western Ghats biodiversity records. About Western Ghats Moth Discoveries:Antaramidukki: Mimeusemiakali: About the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI): The Zoological Survey of India is headed by Director Dhriti Banerjee.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Its headquarters is located in Kolkata,West Bengal (WB) and it was established in 1916.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The discovery of Antaram idukki was published in theJournal of the Lepidopterists’ Society, while the discovery of Mimeusemia kali was published inZootaxa.; Taxonomy:Tiger moth, subfamily Arctiinae, family Erebidae; Features:Unique forewing waved fasciae, distinctive external and genital morphology; Ecological Role:Night pollinator, prey for birds and bats, bio-indicator
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

📘 பொது அறிவு

16. International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2026 – June 24

• என்ன நடந்தது: International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2026 – June 24The United Nations(UN)’sInternational Day of Women in Diplomacy(IDWID)is observed annually across the globe on24 Juneto recognize women’s contributions to diplomacy and promote their equal participation in leadership and decision-making.Background:Proclamation:The day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on 20 June 2022 during its 76th session through Resolution A/RES/76/269.First Observance:The IDWID was first observed on 24 June 2023.2026 Report:The Inter-Parliamentary Union(IPU)andUN Womenreleased the2026Women in Politicsmap, presenting global rankings of women in executive and government positions as of 1 January 2026.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: India ranks151stglobally, with women holding 13.8% of parliamentary seats, and173rdin women’s representation among Cabinet ministers, with only 5.6% of Cabinet positions held by women.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

17. Passport Seva Divas 2026 – June 24

• என்ன நடந்தது: Passport Seva Divas 2026 – June 24Passport Seva Divasis observed annually on24 Juneacross India to mark the enactment of the Passports Act, 1967, which came into force on 24 June 1967. Background:Launch: The Ministry of External Affairs(MEA)designated 24 June as Passport Seva Divas in2013.Observation: Since its inception in 2013, Passport Seva Divas has been observed annually to promote and recognize citizen-centric passport services across India.2026 Event:The MEA organised the Annual Regional Passport Officers’ (RPO) Conference from 17–19 June 2026 at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi, Delhi.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 marks the14thobservance of the Passport Seva Divas.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

18. Day of the Seafarer 2026 – June 25

• என்ன நடந்தது: Day of the Seafarer 2026 – June 25The United Nations(UN)Day of the Seafarer (DotS) is observed annually on 25 June to recognize the vital contribution of seafarers to international maritime trade and the global economy. Background:Resolution:The Day of the Seafarer(DotS)was established through Resolution 2 adopted at a diplomatic conference held in Manila, Philippines, from 21–25 June 2010, which also adopted the Manila Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers(STCW Convention).EntryIntoForce:The Manila Amendments entered into force globally on 1 January 2012 under the tacit acceptance procedure.First Observance:Thefirst Day of the Seafarerwas observed on 25 June 2011.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 marks the16th editionof the DotS.; 2026Theme:“Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.”
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.