Daily Current Affairs June 20, 2026

Current Affairs and GK updates 20/06/2026

Here is the Daily current affairs and GK updates of the day for UPSC,SSC,IBPS,RRB,NTPC and other competitive exams preparations.This updates particularly focus on news updates from 20th June 2026.

National

• Nirbhay Chetna :The Ministry of Panchayati Raj organised a three-day Training of Trainers (ToT) programme on Nirbhay Chetna under the Nirbhaya Fund project in New Delhi. The Ministry also launched the Nirbhay Chetna training module during the program.The Ministry said that Nirbhay Chetna is a national initiative on the sensitisation of men towards women-related issues, including women’s safety and security, that aims to strengthen gender-responsive governance at the grassroots level.
• India Becomes World's Second-Largest Fish Producer-India is the world's second-largest aquatic animal producer, contributing 9% to global output. According to the FAO's State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture report, India ranks first in inland water catches and is the second-largest aquaculture producer, supplying 12% of the world's farmed aquatic animals.Overall Position: 2nd largest global producer of fish and aquatic animals, trailing only China.
• The first batch of pilgrims undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 crossed into China through the Nathu La Pass today, marking the commencement of their onwards journey.

International

• India-Russia RELOS Agreement:The Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS) between India and Russia became operational in 2026.Key Features:
• Allows reciprocal access to military facilities for logistics support.
• Covers fuel, supplies, maintenance, and repair services.Does not permit permanent stationing of troops.
• India now has logistics agreements with several countries including:
• USA (LEMOA)
• France
• Japan
• Australia
• Singapore
• Russia
• Economy and banking

Sports and culture

• Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished fourth at the Doha Diamond League last night in his first competition of the season. The 28-year-old recorded a best throw of 85.69 metres in his third attempt.

Days Observed

• Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Day) is observed annually on June 20 to commemorate the historic adoption of a resolution in the Bengal Legislative Assembly in 1947. This crucial vote paved the way for the creation of West Bengal as a separate state within India.
• World Refugee Day is observed annually on June 20 to honor the courage, strength, and resilience of the millions of individuals forced to flee their home countries due to conflict, violence, or persecution. Established by the United Nations, it serves to build empathy and promote solidarity for forcibly displaced populations worldwide.

Static GK for exam preparations

• The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized United Nations agency that leads international efforts to defeat global hunger. Headquartered in Rome, Italy, its primary goal is to achieve food security, eliminate malnutrition, and ensure sustainable agricultural practices worldwide.It was founded on 16 October 1945 in Quebec City, Canada.
• The Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) is a foundational military pact signed between India and the USA. It establishes a framework for reciprocal logistical support, allowing the armed forces of both countries to use each other's designated bases and ports for refuelling, repairs, and supplies.

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