Top Current Affairs of the day for 27th June
Happy Rath Yatra
- PURI RATH YATRA 2025 : Lord Jagannath Yatra 2025 has started with full of joy on June 27, 2025 and will conclude on July 5, 2025. Festival spans over nine days, during which various important rituals take place, culminating in the return journey of the deities to the Jagannath Temple.
- The Punjab Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Data Intelligence and Technical Support Unit to combat the drug menace in the state. The MoU was signed between the State Government and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali and Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health, Amritsar. This unit will set up a comprehensive model of psycho-social care and will help in designing and implementing informed policies, along with developing effective strategies to tackle rehabilitation challenges.
- India has expressed gratitude to the governments of Israel, Iran, Jordan, Egypt, Armenia, and Turkmenistan for their support in the evacuation efforts carried out under ongoing Operation Sindhu.
- India has won the bid to host the prestigious 2029 World Police & Fire Games (WPFG). The announcement was made after a compelling presentation by Indian representatives to the WPFG Federation in Birmingham, USA.
- Karnataka’s Shaon Ganguly has clinched the gold in the 400 metre Individual Medley as he clocked 4 minutes 24.64 at the 78th Senior National Aquatics Championships at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
- Zara chowdhary wins 2025 shakti Bhatt Prize for “The Lucky ones”. She is a writer, producer and educator from Chennai.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended his wishes to the Kutchi community across the world on the occasion of Kutchi New Year, Ashadhi Bij. In a social media post, Mr. Modi extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Kutch brothers and sisters and also conveyed his wishes for lasting happiness, peace, prosperity, and good health for all.
- India has flagged off the first consignment of one metric tonne of rose-scented litchi from Pathankot, Punjab, to Qatar. In addition, the government has also exported half a metric tonne of litchi to the UAE from Pathankot.
- The government has revamped the Sugamya Bharat App to strengthen accessibility support for Divyangjan and Elderly Citizens. The enhanced features include AI-powered chatbot support to assist users in real time and integration of government schemes and other valuable resources for persons with disabilities.
- The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has launched WhatsApp integration with the MY Bharat portal to enhance digital engagement and streamline access to services for the youth. The WhatsApp chatbot is now live on the MY Bharat Portal and also accessible directly via WhatsApp number 7289001515. It includes core features for all registered MY Bharat users, allowing them to explore Experiential Learning Programs, Volunteering Opportunities, CV creation, Mentorship, Organisation Joining and creation, report any issues and access MyBharat Support.
- India is exporting ten Diesel Electric Locomotives of 3300 horsepower to Mozambique. These locomotives, manufactured by Banaras Locomotive Works, are not only technologically advanced but also have several special facilities for the driver. This includes aesthetic cab design, toilet facilities and a refrigerator. These features not only ensure driver comfort but also reflect the quality of the workplace in accordance with international standards.
- Odisha wins women’s final Hockey India Masters Cup. Odisha beat Punjab by a single goal . In the finals of the first Hockey India Masters Cup Match women’s category at Chennai.
- India has rejected a ruling issued by the so-called Court of Arbitration on the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects situated in Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs dismissed the supplemental award given by the illegal Court of Arbitration purportedly constituted under the Indus Waters Treaty 1960.