Home > Practice > Current Affairs > June - 2024 > June 30, 2024
1. When is International Asteroid Day observed annually?
International Asteroid Day is observed annually on June 30th. This day aims to raise awareness about the potential hazards posed by asteroids and other near-Earth objects (NEOs). It commemorates the Tunguska event of June 30, 1908, a significant asteroid impact in Siberia. The objectives include educating the public, promoting asteroid research, and developing global communication strategies in case of NEO threats.