1. 35000 km of highways to be built by 2022 under Bharatmala
 According to the President of India, construction or upgradation of about 35,000 kilometres of national highways are to be undertaken by 2022 under the 'Bharatmala Project'. Also under the 'Sagarmala Project', a network of good quality roads are to be constructed in coastal areas and areas adjoining ports.

2. IIIDEM (ECI) Orgnises Capacity Building Program On ‘Electoral Technology’
The India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) (ECI) organized five-day training programme on Use of Technology in Elections for Election Officials of Union Election Commission of Myanmar. The Capacity Building Programs on Electoral technology is the 7th program in the series of the 09 programs scheduled across 2018-2019.

3. IOC lifts sanctions against India to host international sporting events
On June 20, 2019, A non-governmental sports organization based in Lausanne, Switzerland, IOC (International Olympic Committee) lifted its sanctions imposed on Indian Olympic Association (IOA) hosting international sports events. The decision was taken after finally receiving a letter of guarantee from the Government that it will allow all eligible athletes, sportspersons, and officials in events held in the country. The restriction imposed under points 2 and 3 of the IOC EB decision in relation to giving permission to host sports events, lifted by the IOC. Background: Pakistan shooters were denied visa by the Indian government for participation in the International Shooting Sport Federation Shooting World Cup 2019 that was held in New Delhi in the wake of the terror attack in Pulwama, Kashmir.
Foot Note:

• About IOC:
• President: Thomas Bach
• Director General: Christophe De Kepper
• Founded: 23 June 1894, Paris, France

4. The US overtook China as India’s largest goods trading partner in 2018-19
The United States (US) overtook China to become India’s largest goods trading partner in 2018-19. Trade surplus of India with the US declined to $16.8 billion from $21.2 billion for 2017-18 A trade deficit of India with China was at $53 billion in 2018-19, down from $63 billion for 2017-18. India’s dependency on Chinese imports saw a decline to $70 billion from $76 billion in 2017-18, with over a fourth increase in exports to $16.7 billion in 2018-19.
Foot Note:

• About USA:
• Capital: Washington, DC
• Currency: US Dollar
• President: Donald Trump

5. Union Government Restored ‘ration in kind’ to military officers in peace areas
On June 18, 2019, The government of India has brought back the provision of ‘ration in kind’ to military officers in peace areas by approving proposal given by the Ministry of Defence. The decision is taken by the new Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In 2017, The facility was withdrawn by the central government after the implementation of the seventh pay commission. All officers of the Armed Forces including those in peace stations will be getting ration now which was initially applicable only to junior officers. Instead of the ration, defense officers in peace areas were paid Rs 96 as ‘ration money allowance’.

6. Indian Navy executes Operation Sankalp in the Gulf of Oman to undertake maritime security
On June 21, 2019, India Navy launched “Operation Sankalp” in the Gulf of Oman. It is to recheck Indian flagged vessels operating through the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman following the maritime incidents in the region. Deployment of Warships: Indian Navy has deployed (Indian Navy Ship) INS Chennai and INS Sunayna in the region to undertake maritime security operations. Aerial surveillance: It is also undertaken by Indian Navy aircraft in the area to check the movement of ships in the Gulf region, Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (Gurugram) keeping a close watch on the region. Background: The Operation was launched after the escalation of tension in Gulf of Oman, where two oil tankers were attacked and four tankers off the United Arab Emirates. The incident has since heightened tensions between Iran and the United States. The US (United States) blamed Iran which denied the allegations for the incident.

7. CCI approves Indiabulls Housing Finance and Lakshmi Vilas Bank merger

Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the merger of the Indiabulls Housing Finance and Lakshmi Vilas Bank. Lakshmi Vilas Bank is going to merge with Indiabulls Housing Finance in a share swap deal with intent to create a combined entity with a larger capital base and wider geographical reach. After the merger, Indiabulls Housing Finance will get access to low cost deposits, geographical diversification and expanded client base and cross selling opportunities.
MD & CEO of Lakshmi Vilas Bank: Parthasarathi Mukherjee.

8. 20th Meeting of the FSDC chaired by Nirmala Sitharaman held in New Delhi

On Jue 20,2019 The 20th meeting on Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) was held in New Delhi. This was chaired under the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman. The meeting was also attended by Minister of State for Finance Anurag Thakur, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, and Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg among others. Current global and domestic economic situation and financial stability issues including those concerning Banking and Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) were reviewed in the meeting. Consultations held on the progress to set up the Financial Data Management Centre (FDMC) and Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) to strengthen cybersecurity services in the financial sector &Suggestions of Financial Regulators for Union Budget 2019-20.

9. International Day of Yoga: 21 June

The International Day of Yoga is being observed on 21st June every year. The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga. This is the 5th Edition of International Day of Yoga. Theme: Yoga for Climate Action

10. For the First time, India opens water clinic for Elephants in Mathura
India has opened its first specialized hydrotherapy treatment centre for elephants suffering from arthritis, joint pain and foot ailments. It is situated in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. It is a collaboration of Uttar Pradesh Forest Department and the NGO (Non-Governmental Organization), Wildlife SOS. The jumbo hydrotherapy centre: It is near the Wildlife SOS’ Elephant Conservation and Care Centre (ECCC), which has over 20 rescued elephants. State-of-the-art modern facilities: It includes digital X-ray, laser treatment, dental X-ray, thermal imaging and ultrasonography to treat injured, sick and geriatric elephants. The jumbo pool: It is situated 11foot deep and has 21 high-pressure jet sprays that help in massage the elephants’ feet and body and increase blood circulation of the elephant.
Foot Note:

• About Uttar Pradesh
• Capital: Lucknow
• Chief Minister: Yogi Adityanath
• Governor: Ram Naik