Current Affairs 2024 – Today’s Current Affairs Updates

Today’s Current Affairs

• India Ranks 105th in Global Hunger Index 2024 October 14, 2024The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a comprehensive tool that tracks and measures hunger at the global, regional, and national levels. The 2024 GHI report sheds light on hunger levels across 127 countries, with specific emphasis on India’s ranking and challenges. India’s Performance in GHI 2024 India ranks 105th out of 127 countries in the Global Hunger Index 2024, placing it in ...Read More
• Nobel in Economics 2024 Awarded to Acemoglu, Johnson, and Robinson October 14, 20242024 Nobel laureates in the economic sciences are Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson – have demonstrated the importance of societal institutions for a country’s prosperity. Societies with a poor rule of law and institutions that exploit the population do not generate growth or change for the better.  Details Winners Name Daron Acemoglu Simon Johnson James A. Robinson Topic : For studies of how institutions ...Read More
• IRFC Welcomes Manoj Kumar Dubey as New CMD and CEO October 14, 2024On October 10, Manoj Kumar Dubey, a 1993-batch Indian Railway Accounts Service officer, was appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC). IRFC is a miniratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. Details Professional Background Manoj Kumar Dubey previously served as Director (Finance) and Chief Financial Officer at the ...Read More
• Nicaragua Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Israel Amid Ongoing Conflict October 14, 2024Nicaragua has officially severed diplomatic relations with Israel, a move announced by Vice President Rosario Murillo following a congressional resolution. This decision aligns with Nicaragua’s leftist government, led by President Daniel Ortega, which has condemned Israel’s actions in the ongoing Gaza conflict and labeled its government as “fascist and genocidal.” While the announcement is largely symbolic, as there are minimal ...Read More
• Indranand Singh Jha, Akashvani Darbhanga Radio Presenter, Dies at 77 October 14, 2024Indranand Singh Jha, a celebrated former radio presenter and compere of Akashvani Darbhanga, passed away at the age of 77 in his ancestral village, Chanaur, Darbhanga. Known affectionately as Khur Khur Bhai , Jha gained immense popularity for his rural radio talk program Gamghar, which resonated with listeners throughout his career. His distinctive voice and engaging style made him a ...Read More
• Significant Income Rise for Rural Households NABARD Reports 57.6% Increase October 14, 2024A recent survey by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) highlights a remarkable increase in the average monthly income of rural households, which rose by 57.6% over the past five years. The second ‘All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) 2021-22’ reports that the average monthly income grew from ₹8,059 in 2016-17 to ₹12,698 in 2021-22, indicating ...Read More
• L Satya Srinivas Appointed CEO of GeM Portal October 14, 2024The Indian government has appointed L Satya Srinivas, currently serving as Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce, as the additional CEO of the Government e Marketplace (GeM). This decision follows the recent appointment of the previous CEO, P K Singh, as secretary of the renewable energy ministry. Srinivas, an officer from the 1991 batch of the Indian Revenue Service ...Read More
• Noel Tata a New Leader of Tata Group’s Charitable Efforts October 14, 2024The Tata Trusts, holding a significant 66% ownership of Tata Sons, wields immense influence over the strategic, investment, and philanthropic directions of one of India’s largest conglomerates. Recently, Noel Tata was appointed chairman of this philanthropic arm, following the death of his half-brother, Ratan Tata.  This transition not only marks a pivotal moment for the Trusts but also for the broader ...Read More
• PM GatiShakti: Three Years of Infrastructure Transformation October 14, 2024The PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, launched on October 13, 2021, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marks three years of transformative achievements in India’s infrastructure landscape. The initiative has significantly improved project execution by integrating data from over 44 central ministries and 36 states and union territories, leading to reduced logistics costs and enhanced service delivery. As of now, over ...Read More
• HAL Becomes 14th Maharatna Company October 14, 2024Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has been upgraded to the status of Maharatna, making it the 14th Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) to receive this prestigious classification from the Government of India. This announcement, made on October 12, enhances HAL’s operational autonomy and financial capabilities, allowing it to invest up to 15% of its net worth in projects and up to ...Read More
• Asian Table Tennis Championships 2024 Men’s and Women’s Wins Bronze October 14, 2024The Indian men’s table tennis team secured a bronze medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships 2024 held in Astana, Kazakhstan, marking their third consecutive bronze in this event. India’s top-ranked women’s doubles duo, Ayhika Mukherjee and Sutirtha Mukherjee, achieved a remarkable milestone by claiming a bronze medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships 2024. Key Highlights Women’s Team Historic Achievement Ayhika and ...Read More
• J and K Set for New Government as President’s Rule is Lifted October 14, 2024The Central Government has officially revoked President’s Rule in Jammu and Kashmir, paving the way for the appointment of a new Chief Minister. In a notification issued by President Droupadi Murmu, the revocation was enacted under the powers granted by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, and relevant constitutional provisions. Revocation of President’s Rule On October 13, 2024, the President’s Rule ...Read More
• India’s Vaccine Regulatory System Declared Functional by WHO October 14, 2024India’s vaccine regulatory system has been recognized as “functional” by the World Health Organization (WHO) following an evaluation from September 16-20, 2024. The WHO assessment team confirmed that India meets global standards for ensuring vaccine safety, quality, and efficacy. This recognition reaffirms India’s significant role in the global pharmaceutical industry, especially in vaccine production, while showcasing its regulatory strength through ...Read More
• RSS Marks 100 Years on Vijayadashami October 14, 2024The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the world’s largest voluntary organization, is entering its 100th year on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami. Founded on this very day in 1925, also known as Dussehra, the RSS has grown exponentially over the past nine decades, expanding its reach across India and abroad. Prime Minister Acknowledges RSS’s Role  Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak ...Read More
• Wayanad Gets Advanced X-Band Radar October 14, 2024After devastating floods and landslides claimed over 200 lives in Kerala’s Wayanad district in July 2024, the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences took a crucial step to bolster disaster preparedness by approving the installation of an X-band radar in the region. The torrential rains, which triggered a massive landslide in the valley above Punchirimattom near the Mundakkai area, led to ...Read More