Explanation

Albinism is a congenital disorder that occurs due to absolute or partial absence of a pigment in the skin, eyes and hair.

United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 13 June as International Albinism Awareness Day with effect from 2015.

Theme 2026: Proudly in my skin.

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Explanation

World Refugees Day is observed on 20 June annually. 

 The international day was designated by the UN to honor the strength and resilience of refugees around the globe

Theme 2026: Until Everyone Is Safe

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Explanation

World Refugees Day is observed on 20 June annually. 

 The international day was designated by the UN to honor the strength and resilience of refugees around the globe

Theme 2026: Until Everyone Is Safe

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Explanation

Kyrgyzstan has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the very first time, with its two-year term scheduled to begin on January 1, 2027.

Its term will expire on 31 December 2028.

The Central Asian nation secured the Asia-Pacific seat following a competitive voting process in the UN General Assembly.

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Explanation

About the 2026 Thomas Cup title

Edition:  34th

Venue: Denmark

Winner: China

Runners-up: France

Organizer: Badminton World Federation

Additional Information:

Thomas Cup is an international badminton competition among teams representing member nations of the Badminton World Federation (BWF).

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Explanation

About G7 Summit 2026

Starting date: 14 June 2026

Closing date: 15 June 2026

Edition: 52nd 

Venue: France 

Note: the 51st G7 summit was held in 2025 in Canada.

Additional Information:

The Group of Seven (G7) is an intergovernmental political and economic forum

G7 has Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US as its members.

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Explanation

Starting in June 2026, new U.S. dollar bills will feature the signatures of President Donald J. Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

Note: This is the first time in history that a sitting U.S. president's signature will appear on the nation's banknotes.

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Explanation

Jannik Sinner won the men's singles title at the 2026 Italian Open.

Jannik became the first Italian male player to win the Italian Open in the last 50 years. 

Jannik Sinner defeated Casper Ruud in the final.

Note: Jannik Sinner is Italian tennis player.

Additional Information

2026 Italian Women’s singles champion was won by Elina Svitolina of Ukraine.

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Explanation

The International Day of Yoga, marked annually on 21 June, celebrates this timeless practice that nurtures body and soul.

Theme 2025: Yoga for One Earth, One Health

Theme 2026: Yoga for Healthy Ageing

Explanation

The International Day of Yoga, marked annually on 21 June, celebrates this timeless practice that nurtures body and soul.

Theme 2025: Yoga for One Earth, One Health

Theme 2026: Yoga for Healthy Ageing