8 June 2023 Current Affairs – The Day’s Top News | GKSERIES

Current Affairs is the most important area in all competitive exams. But the difficulty level is very high. That’s why; many aspirants get confused, how to select Current Affairs for Preparation of Competitive Examination? In this Post, Daily Current Affairs 8 June 2023, we have tried to cover each and every point and also included all important facts from National/ International news that are useful for upcoming competitive examinations such as UPSC, SSC, Railway, State Govt. etc.

So, here is the Top News of the Day for 8 June 2023 to help you prepare the Latest Current Affairs part. After reading this section, you can successfully attempt Current Affairs Quiz.

Current Affairs for Competitive Exam – 8 June 2023

World Oceans Day 2023: Date, Theme, Significance and History

World Oceans Day 2023

Every year on June 8th, World Oceans Day serves as a global reminder of the critical role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth. This day, recognised by the United Nations, promotes ocean awareness and urges people all around the world to take action to conserve our marine resources. By amplifying the significance of the world’s oceans, we hope to inspire individuals, communities, and governments to work together for a more sustainable future.

Theme of World Oceans Day 2023

Every year, the World Oceans Day is celebrated under a specific theme. The theme of World Oceans Day 2023 this year is “Planet Ocean: The Tides are Changing.”

Significance of World Oceans Day 2023

On this day, people come together to understand the sustainable approaches we can employ to protect the resources of the oceans. With the oceans depleting and the coral reefs getting destroyed, the oceans are in danger – this will have a direct impact on human life. Hence, we need to understand the sustainable management of resources and the implementation of sustainable goals to protect the oceans.

History of World Oceans Day 2023

World Oceans Day is an international day celebrated annually on 8 June to raise awareness of the importance of the ocean to the planet and humanity. The concept was first suggested in 1992 during the Earth Summit – UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development (ICOD) and the Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC). The Ocean Project started global coordination of World Ocean Day starting in 2002. “World Oceans Day” was officially recognised by the United Nations in 2008. The international day supports the implementation of worldwide Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fosters public interest in the protection of the ocean and the sustainable management of its resources.

Here are some of the key events in the history of World Oceans Day

• 1992: The concept of World Oceans Day is proposed at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro.
• 2002: The Ocean Project starts global coordination of World Oceans Day.
• 2004: The Ocean Project and World Ocean Network launch a petition to the United Nations to officially recognize World Oceans Day.
• 2008: The United Nations General Assembly officially recognizes World Oceans Day.
• 2015: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are adopted by the United Nations, including SDG 14, which calls for the conservation and sustainable use of the oceans, seas and marine resources.
• 2022: World Oceans Day is celebrated for the 30th time.

ICC Men’s World Test Championship 2023: Prize Money And Points Table

ICC World Test Championship 2023

The 2021–2023 ICC World Test Championship is the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship of Test cricket. It began on August 4, 2021, and will conclude with the Final on June 7-11, 2023, at The Oval in London, between Australia and India. The game is set to begin at 10:30 a.m. local time in London.

Prize money of ICC World Test Championship 2023

The champions of the ICC World Test Championship 2023 Final will receive an impressive prize of $1.6 million, while the second-place team will be awarded $800,000. The tournament prize money remains unchanged from the inaugural edition of the championship (2019-21), with a total fund of $3.8 million available.

ICC World Test Championship 2023: Live Updates

Australia XI

• Usman Khawaja
• David Warner
• Marnus Labuschagne
• Steve Smith
• Travis Head
• Cameron Green
• Alex Carey
• Pat Cummins
• Mitchell Starc
• Scott Boland

India XI

• Rohit Sharma (captain)
• Shubman Gill
• Cheteshwar Pujara
• Virat Kohli
• Ajinkya Rahane
• KS Bharat (wicketkeeper)
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Umesh Yadav
• Mohammad Shami
• Mohammed Siraj
• Shardul Thakur

ICC World Test Championship 2021 – 2023

Renowned Theater Actor And Director Aamir Raza Hussain Passes Away

Aamir Raza Hussain passes away

Aamir Raza Husain, a renowned theatre actor and director best known for his large open-air stage performances like as “The Fifty Day War,” based on the Kargil War, and “The Legend of Ram,” has died at the age of 66. He was also the Creative Director of Stagedoor Theatre company, established in 1974, which has presented over 91 productions and more than 1,100 performances. Husain’s remarkable contributions to the stage include unforgettable plays such as ‘The Fifty Day War’ (2000) and ‘The Legend of Ram.’

About the Aamir Raza Husain

Husain was born to an aristocratic family in Lucknow on January 6, 1957, and made his stage debut at the prestigious Mayo College in Ajmer playing the craftsman Tom Snout in William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. His interest grew in the rich cultural landscape of St Stephen’s College in Delhi, where Husain graduated in history in 1977. He enjoyed talking about working with Shashi Tharoor and seeing the Kerala MP play Antony in Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra.

Aamir Raza Hussain was honored with the Padma Shri by the government for his contribution to theatre. Aamir Raza Hussain tied the knot with actress Virat Talwar in 1993. Aamir Raza Hussain and Virat have two children Sukina and Ghulam Ali Abbas. Aamir Raza Hussain was a popular actor on stage. He has entertained the audience by acting in many famous dramas.

Harpercollins India To Publish Bk Shivani’s The Power Of One Thought

The Power of One Thought: Master Your Mind, Master Your Life

BK Shivani’s The Power of One Thought: Master Your Mind, Master Your Life, published by HarperCollins India, is the ideal thought booster, an empowering book that is a crucial guide to unlocking the power of the mind, where it all begins, to making that dream life a reality.

The essence of the book:

In The Power of One Thought: Master Your Mind, Master Your Life, Sister Shivani eloquently explains the impact of every thought–each ‘one’ thought that gives rise to our feelings, attitudes, actions, habits and personality, and influences our destiny. In the process, she awakens us to the truth: What we think about is what we bring about.

With clarity and compassion, and through powerful storytelling, Sister Shivani demonstrates simple methods to harness the power of effective thinking, thus giving us the key to perpetual happiness, health, strong relationships and a successful career.

This book is a step-by-step guide to channelling our thoughts through reflection exercises, self-care practices, personality development tools and guided meditations to manifest the life we want. It is an essential read for anyone who wants to unleash the true potential of their mind.

About the author

Brahma Kumari (BK) Sister Shivani, a Rajyog Meditation practitioner for over 25 years, has become a household name for her refreshing and realistic outlook on life. The Government of India has honored her with ‘Nari Shakti Puraskaar’, the highest civilian award for women in the country, for transforming human behaviors. Her spiritual TV show ‘Awakening with Brahma Kumaris’ which began in 2007 has aired over 2000 episodes. It is empowering millions to raise their emotional quotient, harmonize relationships, create leadership qualities, and experience a meditative lifestyle. Since 2017, she has been appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador by the World Psychiatric Association.

World Food Safety Day 2023: Theme, Poster, Significance and History

World Food Safety Day 2023

Every year on June 7, the world celebrates World Food Safety Day to emphasise the significance of maintaining food standards. The day was aimed at inspiring the UN member nations to prioritise food safety standards and work collaboratively to protect consumers from foodborne diseases.

World Food Safety Day 2023 Theme

This year’s World Food Safety Day 2023 theme is “Food standards save lives.” The majority of individuals rely on the information on the package of consumable items to determine whether their food is safe. These food safety standards guide farmers and those who process food.

Significance Of World Food Safety Day 2023

Modern farming practices have led to a rise in accumulation of pesticides, chemicals and additives in food which, if not regulated, will harm consumers. Water contamination is also a major problem. World Food Safety Day ensures that food standards are adhered to ensure optimum health for all consumers.

The significance of World Food Safety Day 2023 lies in several key aspects:

• Public Health: Food safety is critical to the public’s health. Foodborne infections caused by contaminated or unhealthy food can cause serious health problems and even death. According to WHO, around 600 million people fall ill and 420,000 die each year due to foodborne diseases. World Food Safety Day highlights the importance of safe food practices to protect public health and prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.
• Global Cooperation: World Food Safety Day serves as a platform to foster international collaboration and cooperation in addressing food safety issues. It brings together governments, organisations, enterprises, and consumers to share food safety management knowledge, best practises, and experiences. Collaboration is crucial to developing and implementing effective food safety measures at local, national, and international levels.
• Food Security: Ensuring food safety is closely linked to food security. Unsafe food can undermine food security by causing illnesses, reducing productivity, and affecting economic growth. World Food Safety Day helps to the overarching objective of ensuring food security for everyone, which is one of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by promoting food safety.
• Consumer Awareness: World Food Safety Day plays a crucial role in raising consumer awareness about food safety issues. It encourages individuals to become more informed and vigilant about the safety and quality of the food they eat. Through education and information campaigns, consumers can make better choices, handle food safely, and demand accountability from food producers and suppliers.
• Sustainable Development: Food safety is an integral part of sustainable development. It encompasses various aspects such as food production, processing, storage, distribution, and consumption. Ensuring food safety contributes to reducing food waste, improving food quality, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. World Food Safety Day highlights the need for sustainable and responsible approaches to food production and consumption.

World Food Safety Day History

The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC), which implements the FAO/WHO Food Standards Programme, supported a proposal to celebrate World food Safety day, in 2016. A year later, in July, the Conference of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in its 40th session supported the idea by adopting a resolution which was supported by WHO.

Finally, the United Nations General Assembly established World Food Safety Day in its resolution 73/250 on December 20, 2018. On June 7, 2019, the first World Food Safety Day was marked, commemorating a watershed moment in worldwide efforts to address food safety issues. Further, the World Health Assembly passed the resolution WHA73.5, on August 3, 2020, to recognise and highlight the importance of World Food Safety Day as an important pedestal to create all-round awareness about food safety, prevention of foodborne illness worldwide and strengthening global efforts to maintain food safety.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams: 

• Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Headquarters: Rome, Italy;
• Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Founded: 16 October 1945.

HDFC Bank Introduces Millennia Credit Card

HDFC Bank, MasterCard have launched Millennia Cards. This is India’s first range of cards catering exclusively to the lifestyles and aspirations of the millennials. The cards come loaded with benefits and rewards specifically for the digital-first generation. At 440 million, millennials account for 34 per cent of India’s population. Millennials in India have a different approach to life. They are shaped by technology and not in a hurry to achieve traditional milestones. They are equally focused on leisure and also value new experiences. Entertainment including dining out, travel, apparel, and lifestyle purchases are high on their list of priorities. Thus, their banking needs are also unique. 

HDFC Bank has introduced a new credit card ‘Millennia’, that comes with contactless technology allowing customers to ‘tap and pay’ via POS machine. It offers cashback and reward points on Amazon, Flipkart, and other e-commerce platforms. It also offers 1% cash back on offline purchases, smart EMI, and lounge access for free. It is applicable to both self-employed and salaried persons.

People earning a maximum of ₹35,000 gross salary can apply for the card.

Uttar Pradesh Govt Launches Nand Baba Milk Mission Scheme

Uttar Pradesh has launched the Nand Baba Milk Mission scheme at a cost of Rs 1,000 crore.

Aim: To provide milk producers the facility of selling their milk at a reasonable price in villages through dairy cooperative societies

Under this mission, it is proposed to form a Dairy farmer producer organization (Dairy FPO) in order to facilitate the sale of milk in producers’ villages itself. UP is a leading state in the field of milk development and milk production.

India’s Internet Economy Set To Hit $1 Trillion In 7 Years: Report

According to a report titled ‘The e-Conomy of a Billion Connected Indians’ published by Google, Temasek and Bain & Company, India’s internet economy is expected to grow six-fold to $1 trillion by 2030 from $175 billion in 2022.

The contribution of the Internet economy to India’s technology sector would expand, from 48% to 62% in 2030.

The report emphasizes that the growth will be spearheaded by the B2C e-commerce segment, followed by B2B, and SaaS providers.

Wipro And Microsoft Launch Innovation Experience For Financial Services

Wipro Limited has collaborated with Microsoft to launch the Wipro Industry Innovation Experience for Financial Services. It will feature a new suite of banking and financial services solutions built on Microsoft Cloud.

Aim: To help financial services clients accelerate growth and deepen client relationships

It would bring together Microsoft Cloud capabilities with Wipro FullStride Cloud, as well as leverage Wipro’s and Capco’s deep domain expertise in financial services.

RBI Monetary Policy Live Updates

RBI Monetary Policy Live updates

• The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced its policy decision. The second bi-monthly monetary policy meeting of FY24 was held from June 6 to 8, and the results will be revealed on June 8.
• Th rupee remained stable since January this year and India’s foreign exchange reserves stood at $595.1 billion as on June 2.
• RBI projects consumer price index inflation for FY24 at 5.1%.
• Real GDP growth FY24 projected at 6.5%.
• Monetary Policy Committee decides to keep repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, Standing Deposit Facility Rate remains at 6.25%.
• Marginal Standing Facility Rate and Bank Rate unchanged at 6.75%.
• To providing greater flexibility for managing the money market borrowings, it has been decided that Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Small Finance Banks) can set their own limits for borrowing in Call and Notice Money Markets within the prudential limits for inter-bank liabilities prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India.
• RBI has proposed to expand the scope and reach of e-RUPI vouchers by permitting non-bank Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) issuers to issue e-RUPI vouchers and enabling issuance of e-RUPI vouchers on behalf of individuals.
• • In order to broaden payment choices for Indians going abroad, the RBI has agreed to allow banks in India to issue RuPay Prepaid Forex cards for usage at ATMs, PoS machines, and online retailers worldwide. Further, RuPay Debit, Credit, and Prepaid Cards will be enabled for issuance in foreign jurisdictions, which can be used internationally, including in India.