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Today's major current affairs updates focus on global observation days, major natural occurrences, regional monsoon impact, and milestones in international sports. These summaries are designed to support candidate preparation for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PSCs.
Organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the Day of the Seafarer is celebrated globally on June 25 to recognize the unique contribution made by seafarers from all over the world to international seaborne trade. The 2026 campaign spotlights the safety challenges faced by mariners navigating high-risk maritime areas (such as the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden) and emphasizes the protection of crews in conflict-affected waters.
A strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit the Tohoku region on the northeast coast of Japan. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 40 kilometers. No tsunami warnings were issued, and authorities confirmed that nuclear facilities in the region, including the Fukushima Daiichi plant, reported no abnormalities or security incidents.
The Southwest Monsoon has intensified across India, causing torrential rainfall and severe waterlogging in parts of Maharashtra (including Mumbai), Gujarat, and central Indian states. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange and red alerts for heavy-to-very-heavy rainfall, advising municipal bodies and local residents to monitor updates and avoid high-risk low-lying areas due to flash flood risks.
In the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo created history. By scoring a goal in Portugal's opening rounds against Uzbekistan (ending in a 5-0 victory), Ronaldo became the first footballer in history to score in six different editions of the FIFA World Cup.
In a major legal update on financial recovery cases, a London high court ordered fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi to pay £10 million (approximately Rs 100 crore) to the Bank of India. The ruling represents a significant step in the ongoing efforts by Indian financial consortiums to recover unpaid corporate loan assets from overseas accounts.
Improve your preparation by answering these multiple-choice questions based on today's news updates:
| S.No. | Question | Options | Correct Answer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On which date is the International Day of the Seafarer celebrated annually? | A) June 20 | B) June 22 | C) June 24 | D) June 25 | D) June 25 |
| 2 | A strong 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the coast of which nation on June 25, 2026? | A) Indonesia | B) Japan | C) Philippines | D) New Zealand | B) Japan |
| 3 | Who has become the first player to score in six different editions of the FIFA World Cup? | A) Lionel Messi | B) Cristiano Ronaldo | C) Kylian Mbappé | D) Neymar Jr. | B) Cristiano Ronaldo |
| 4 | Which bank initiated the loan recovery case in a London court resulting in a Rs 100 crore payment order against Nirav Modi? | A) State Bank of India | B) Bank of Baroda | C) Bank of India | D) Punjab National Bank | C) Bank of India |