Current Affairs Today June 28, 2023 Video: U-17 World Cup host by FIFA to Public Holiday on Diwali in New York

28 Jun, 2023 Author: Saumya Jaiswar

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Indonesia appointed as U-17 World Cup host by FIFA

The Ministry of Youth and Sports has enthusiastically welcomed FIFA's choice of Indonesia as the host nation for the 2018 U-17 World Cup, which is a big accomplishment for Indonesian sports. Officials and sports fans alike are excited and optimistic in the wake of the announcement. The Minister of Youth and Sports, Minister Ariotedjo, expressed his appreciation and highlighted the subsequent procedures to guarantee a successful event. To guarantee a smooth run-up to the U-17 World Cup, Minister Ariotedjo emphasised the value of cooperation and synergy with the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI).

New York City will add Diwali as a public school holiday

Diwali is now a public school holiday in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams declared on Monday, in honour of the expansion of the city's South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities.According to the lunar calendar, Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, takes place in October or November.However, because Thanksgiving falls on a Sunday this year—November 12—the move will not have an impact on the 2023–2024 school year.