International Whale Shark Day is celebrated every year on August 30 to raise awareness about the plight of whale sharks, the largest fish in the world. Whale sharks are filter feeders and do not pose a threat to humans. However, they are vulnerable to overfishing, habitat loss, and boat strikes. International Whale Shark Day 2023: …
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What’s in News? On 25th August, the Indian Cricket Board announced that the IDFC First Bank has grabbed the title rights for home international series of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for three years. The IDFC First Bank will provide a sum of Rs.4.2 crore per international match. A Thriving …
The latest government data reveals a noteworthy decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into India during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24. The decline, amounting to 34%, saw FDI plummeting to $10.94 billion from $16.58 billion in the same period of the previous fiscal year. This downward trend was primarily influenced by …
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Major Dhyan Chand, born on August 29, 1905, in Allahabad, India, also called as “magician of hockey” was a legendary Indian field hockey player and is widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players in history. He is celebrated for his exceptional ball control, goal-scoring prowess and remarkable contribution to Indian and International field …
The State Bank of India (SBI) has taken a significant step towards enhancing financial inclusivity and social welfare by introducing an innovative Customer Service Points (CSP) functionality. This functionality allows customers to seamlessly enrol in essential social security schemes using just their Aadhaar cards. The move was unveiled by SBI’s Chairman, Dinesh Khara, who emphasized …
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What’s in News? In a significant development for global business and economic collaboration, India has gracefully handed over the B20 presidency to Brazil, making the transition towards the G20 summit in 2024. India’s Presidency of B20 The B20, a group representing the business community at the G20 summit, played a pivotal role under India’s leadership …
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Jayanta Mahapatra, one of India’s best known English poets, passed away at the age of 95. The legendary poet has left an imprint in the Indian English poetry with his writings spanning over 50 years. He was born in Cuttack, Odisha, India, in 22 october 1928. He studied at the Ravenshaw College in Cuttack and …
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President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a commemorative coin in honor of the legendary actor and former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, late N T Rama Rao. The ceremony took place at the esteemed Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, marking the centenary year of N T Rama Rao’s remarkable life and contributions. Enriching Indian Cinema and Culture Through …
In a significant step towards elevating the status of football in Maharashtra, the state government has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the renowned German professional football league, Bundesliga. Signing Ceremony Witnessed by Notable Personalities The signing ceremony occurred in the presence of notable figures. The Maharashtra government was represented by Ranjitsinh Deol, …
On August 30th every year, India observes National Small Industry Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contribution of small industries to the nation’s economic development. This occasion serves as a platform for both central and state governments to showcase their commitment to nurturing and supporting these enterprises that form the bedrock …
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Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2024 article.
