Current Affairs 24th June 2026

Q.1. When is the annual World Day to Combat Drought and Desertification observed globally?
Ans. June 17
Q.2. Which state authorised investment proposals of ₹76,612 crore for 20 significant projects, including as steel production, renewable energy, and lab-grown diamonds?
Ans. Odisha
Q.3. In June 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet named the following person as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re).
Ans. Hitesh Rameshchandra Joshi
Q.4. In order to oversee InCred Capital’s strategic growth in the US, who was named CEO of North America?
Ans. Arunava Das
Q.5. In accordance with Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement, which nation joined India in adopting the Rules of Implementation for the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM)?
Ans. Japan
Q.6. In partnership with specialists from ISRO and other top universities, which university initiated the KCC Space Technology & Research Program 2026 and Summer Internship Program?
Ans. Chandigarh University
Q.7. Which state’s Sarinda, a traditional musical instrument, was recognised for its artistic and cultural value with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Ans. Tripura
Q.8. When is Autistic Pride Day observed annually to celebrate neurodiversity and promote the inclusion of autistic individuals?
Ans. June 18
Q.9. In comparison to the same period last year, what was the percentage increase in India’s total exports from April to May of 2026–2027?
Ans. 14.66%
Q.10. Which city is home to Intellion Park, the campus that became India’s largest WELL Core Platinum-certified development?
Ans. Chennai