Published : June 19, 2026
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20 June 2026 Current Affairs in English
Important Points for UPSC | APPSC | SSC | Banking | Railway | Police Exams
1. International Yoga Day 2026
International Yoga Day is observed every year on 21 June.
The theme for International Yoga Day 2026 is "Yoga for One Earth, One Health".
The day was first celebrated in 2015 after a proposal by India at the United Nations.
2. SBI Announces 1500 Probationary Officer Vacancies
State Bank of India (SBI) has released a notification for 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) posts.
Online applications are open from 18 June to 8 July 2026.
Preliminary examination is scheduled for August 2026.
3. Andhra Pradesh Issues Guidelines for MTS Teachers Counselling
The School Education Department, Andhra Pradesh, released guidelines for DSC 2008 and DSC 1998 MTS Teachers Counselling 2026.
District Educational Officers have been directed to complete the process by 22 June 2026.
4. World Refugee Day 2026
World Refugee Day is observed annually on 20 June.
It highlights the rights and needs of refugees worldwide.
The day is organized by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
5. India Continues Focus on Digital Public Infrastructure
The Government of India is promoting Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to strengthen digital governance and financial inclusion.
India’s UPI model is gaining global recognition.
6. RBI Strengthens Financial Awareness Initiatives
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has intensified financial literacy programs to improve awareness among citizens regarding digital payments and cyber security.
Important One-Liners
✅ World Refugee Day – 20 June
✅ International Yoga Day – 21 June
✅ UNHCR Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland
✅ UNHCR Chief – Filippo Grandi
✅ SBI PO Vacancies 2026 – 1500
✅ SBI PO Application Dates – 18 June to 8 July 2026
✅ International Yoga Day First Celebrated – 2015
✅ Theme of Yoga Day 2026 – Yoga for One Earth, One Health
MCQs for Competitive Exams
1. World Refugee Day is observed on?
A) 18 June
B) 19 June
C) 20 June ✅
D) 21 June
2. International Yoga Day is celebrated on?
A) 19 June
B) 20 June
C) 21 June ✅
D) 22 June
3. How many SBI PO vacancies were announced in 2026?
A) 1000
B) 1200
C) 1400
D) 1500 ✅
4. Which organization observes World Refugee Day?
A) WHO
B) UNICEF
C) UNESCO
D) UNHCR ✅
5. International Yoga Day was first celebrated in which year?
A) 2013
B) 2014
C) 2015 ✅
D) 2016
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