Current Affairs 20 June 2026
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1. QS World University Rankings 2027 Released
English
The QS World University Rankings 2027 have been released. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology retained the No. 1 position globally for the 15th consecutive year.
हिन्दी
QS वर्ल्ड यूनिवर्सिटी रैंकिंग 2027 जारी की गई है। Massachusetts Institute of Technology ने लगातार 15वें वर्ष विश्व में प्रथम स्थान बनाए रखा।
Key Facts
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Ranking Agency | QS Rankings |
Top University | MIT |
Country | USA |
Consecutive Years at No.1 | 15 |
Exam Point
Q. QS World University Rankings 2027 में प्रथम स्थान किस विश्वविद्यालय ने प्राप्त किया?
Ans: MIT
2. UAE Fixes Minimum Age for Social Media Accounts
English
The United Arab Emirates Cabinet approved a resolution setting 15 years as the minimum age for creating and operating personal social media accounts.
हिन्दी
United Arab Emirates कैबिनेट ने व्यक्तिगत सोशल मीडिया अकाउंट बनाने और संचालित करने के लिए न्यूनतम आयु 15 वर्ष निर्धारित की है।
Key Facts
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Country | UAE |
Minimum Age | 15 Years |
Purpose | Child Online Safety |
3. Maharashtra Approves ₹300-Crore Medical Cyclotron Project
English
The Maharashtra Government approved ₹300 crore for a high-energy Medical Cyclotron Project in Nagpur.
हिन्दी
महाराष्ट्र सरकार ने नागपुर में उच्च-ऊर्जा मेडिकल साइक्लोट्रॉन परियोजना के लिए ₹300 करोड़ मंजूर किए हैं।
Key Facts Table
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Project Cost | ₹300 Crore |
Location | Nagpur |
Purpose | Cancer Treatment |
Additional Benefit | Radioisotope Production |
Exam Point
Medical Cyclotron is primarily associated with:
Ans: Cancer diagnosis and treatment
4. Mombasa Declaration Adopted by 15 Countries
English
Fifteen countries adopted the Mombasa Declaration to combat illegal fishing and protect marine ecosystems.
हिन्दी
15 देशों ने अवैध मछली पकड़ने की गतिविधियों को रोकने और समुद्री पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र की रक्षा के लिए मोम्बासा घोषणा को अपनाया।
Key Facts
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Declaration | Mombasa Declaration |
Countries Involved | 15 |
Objective | Fight Illegal Fishing |
Focus Area | Marine Conservation |
5. Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay Appointed NSC Chairperson
English
Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Statistical Commission (NSC).
हिन्दी
डॉ. सैकल चट्टोपाध्याय को राष्ट्रीय सांख्यिकी आयोग (NSC) का नया अध्यक्ष नियुक्त किया गया है।
Key Facts
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
New Chairperson | Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay |
Organization | NSC |
Field | Statistics |
6. Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan Special Campaign
English
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched a special campaign from June 17–26 under the theme:
"Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan – Viksit Bharat Ki Pehchaan"
हिन्दी
सामाजिक न्याय एवं अधिकारिता मंत्रालय ने 17–26 जून तक विशेष जागरूकता अभियान शुरू किया।
Key Facts
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Campaign | Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan |
Duration | June 17–26 |
Theme | Viksit Bharat Ki Pehchaan |
Ministry | Social Justice & Empowerment |
7. Ancient Celtic Prince's Grave Found in Germany
English
Archaeologists in Hesse discovered an ancient Celtic Prince's Grave belonging to the early La Tène period during excavations for a solar park.
हिन्दी
जर्मनी के हेस्से क्षेत्र में पुरातत्वविदों ने प्रारंभिक ला टीन काल की सेल्टिक राजकुमार की प्राचीन कब्र खोजी।
Key Facts
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Location | Hesse, Germany |
Discovery | Celtic Prince's Grave |
Historical Period | Early La Tène Culture |
Significance | Ancient European Civilization |
One-Liner Revision for Exams
- MIT ranked No.1 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
- UAE fixed 15 years as minimum age for social media accounts.
- Maharashtra approved ₹300 crore Medical Cyclotron Project.
- Mombasa Declaration adopted by 15 countries.
- Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay appointed NSC Chairperson.
- Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign launched from June 17–26.
- Ancient Celtic Prince's Grave discovered in Germany.
Practice Quiz
Q1. Which university topped QS World University Rankings 2027?
A) Oxford
B) Harvard
C) MIT
D) Stanford
Answer: C) MIT
Q2. UAE has fixed what minimum age for social media accounts?
A) 13
B) 14
C) 15
D) 16
Answer: C) 15
Q3. Medical Cyclotron Project has been approved in which city?
A) Pune
B) Mumbai
C) Nashik
D) Nagpur
Answer: D) Nagpur
Q4. Mombasa Declaration is related to:
A) Space Research
B) Illegal Fishing
C) Artificial Intelligence
D) Cyber Security
Answer: B) Illegal Fishing
Q5. Who became the new NSC Chairperson?
Answer: Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay