1st June-2024, Current Affairs:

  • Monsoon Arrives in Kerala: The southwest monsoon officially arrived in Kerala, marking the beginning of the monsoon season in India. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted normal rainfall for the country this year.
  • India’s Exports Reach Record High: India’s merchandise exports reached a record high of $35 billion in May 2024, driven by strong demand for engineering goods, pharmaceuticals, and textiles in international markets.
  • Government Launches ‘BharatNet 2.0’: The Indian government launched ‘BharatNet 2.0,’ an ambitious project to provide high-speed internet connectivity to all gram panchayats in the country by 2026. The project aims to bridge the digital divide and promote digital inclusion in rural areas.