Top 5 Current Affairs of the Day: 20 June 2022

President Emmanuel Macron loses majority in French Parliamentary Elections- Check Details

President Emmanuel Macron's newly formed left-wing alliance government has gained maximum votes in French Elections 2022 but was denied of an absolute majority. This has thrown French politics into turmoil and also raised the question of the legislation and messy coalition. Emmanuel Macron's coalition secured 245 out of a total of 577, however, it still fell short of the 289-seat threshold for an absolute majority in the National Assembly of France.

What is International Yoga Day theme 2022?

The International Yoga Day theme 2022 is ‘Yoga for Humanity’. The theme aims to promote holistic route to health while taking into consideration the fact that the last few years have caused significant mental, emotional and mental strife to individuals all over the world.

Mawsynram breaks Cherrapunji's record as wettest place on earth- Check viral video here

Meghalaya's Mawsynram has set a new rainfall record of highest single-day rainfall in June since 1966 by recorded a mind boggling 39.51 inches (1003.6mm) of rain in the last 24 hours. Mawsynram has broken Cherrapunji's record as the wettest place on earth. 

What’s open, What’s closed on Bharat Bandh call over Agnipath Scheme today?

Bharat Bandh was called over the Agnipath Scheme on June 20, 2022. Several state governments tightened their security on the occasion. The Bharat Bandh was called by some organizations who have been protesting the central government’s scheme ever since it was announced on June 14, 2022. 

What is the significance of World Refugee day? 

World Refugee Day is observed every year on June 20 to commemorate the obstacles faced by refugees all over the world. The day sheds light on the plights of refugees- people who have been displaced from their countries and homes because of the conflicts, persecution, terrorism, and disasters.