Dr. Vinay Goyal has officially assumed the role of State Mission Director for the National Health Mission (NHM). He succeeds K. Jeevan Babu, who has moved to the Kerala Water Authority as Managing Director. Dr. Goyal, an IAS officer of the 2016 batch, also takes charge as Director of the Kerala State IT Mission and …
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Abhinav Bindra is a celebrated Indian sport shooter who has made significant contributions both on and off the field. His achievements include Olympic glory, numerous international medals, and impactful work in sports science and policy. Early Life and Education of Abhinav Bindra Abhinav Bindra was born on September 28, 1982, in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, into a …
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Arun Goel has been appointed as India’s next Ambassador to Croatia, succeeding Raj Kumar Srivastava. The Ministry of External Affairs announced his new role on September 7, 2024. Goel, a retired 1985-batch IAS officer from the Punjab cadre, previously served as the Election Commissioner of India from November 21, 2022, to March 9, 2024. Background …
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The Indian government has appointed Tuhin Kanta Pandey, a 1987-batch IAS officer from the Odisha cadre, as the new Finance Secretary. This decision was made on September 7, 2024, following the appointment of T.V. Somanathan as the Cabinet Secretary, which created a vacancy for the finance role. Pandey, who previously served as the Secretary of …
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Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been re-elected for a second term with 95% of the vote, according to the country’s electoral authority, ANIE. The official results indicate that Tebboune received 94.65% of the vote, while his opponents, Abdelaali Hassani Cherif and Youcef Aouchiche, garnered 3% and 2% respectively. Voter turnout was reported at 48%, with …
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The Indian Constitution, through Article 164, outlines the process of appointing Chief Ministers for states and Union Territories (UTs). The Governor, serving as the appointing authority, is entrusted with the responsibility of selecting the Chief Minister. Additionally, Article 167 defines the Chief Minister’s pivotal role as a bridge between the Governor and the state council …
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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, India’s Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, announced India’s bid for the 2030 Youth Olympics during his speech at the of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)44th General Assembly on September 8, 2024. India will compete against Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina for hosting rights. This …
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India, with its vast and diverse landscapes, has been continually expanding its railway network to connect remote regions and facilitate efficient transportation. One crucial aspect of this development is the construction of tunnels, allowing trains to traverse challenging terrains such as mountains and hills. In 2024, India boasts an impressive array of railway tunnels, with …
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India’s agricultural sector is marked by its remarkable diversity, with various regions excelling in the cultivation of different crops. Notably, Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are renowned for their substantial rice production, earning them the title “Rice Bowl of India.” The region benefits from fertile soils enriched by the Krishna and Godavari rivers, combined with advantageous …
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The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (Swachh Vayu Diwas) was observed on 7th September 2024 in Jaipur. Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, and Rajasthan Chief Minister, Bhajan Lal Sharma, led the event. Key dignitaries included Rajasthan’s Minister of State for Environment, Sanjay Sharma, and Urban Development Minister, …
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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.
