Daily Current Affairs 20th Sept, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
India’s First Fashion Forecasting Initiative ‘VisioNxt’
- The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has introduced an initiative called VisioNxt, which is focused on fashion forecasting.
- This program aims to enhance India’s presence in the global fashion industry by leveraging both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Emotional Intelligence (EI).
- It delivers trend predictions that are adapted to the country’s diverse socio-economic and cultural landscape.
President Murmu Attends Safai Mitra Sammelan in Ujjain
- President Droupadi Murmu was present at the Safai Mitra Sammelan held in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.
- The event was part of the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva—2024 campaign, which is an initiative by the Indian government focusing on cleanliness and sanitation.
Class VI Curriculum Includes Poem on National War Memorial and Chapter on Veer Abdul Hameed
- A poem dedicated to the National War Memorial has been included in the Class VI curriculum to instill respect for the monument and its significance.
- Additionally, a chapter titled ‘Veer Abdul Hameed’ has been added to honor Company Quarter Master Havildar Abdul Hameed, who made the ultimate sacrifice during the 1965 India-Pakistan war.
India-Romania Celebrate 75 Years of Diplomatic Ties with Commemorative Stamps
- To mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Romania, a special joint postal stamp was released on September 17, 2024.
- The ceremony was attended by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Romanian Ambassador Daniela-Mariana Sezonov, symbolizing the enduring friendship between the two nations since 1948.
International News
SIF 2024 Introduces the World’s First AI-Powered Trade Licence Service
- The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2024 concluded with a major technological breakthrough in the business sector.
- The forum, which took place at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, showcased the world’s first AI-powered trade license service.
- The two-day event attracted over 5,000 participants, including global leaders, entrepreneurs, and business professionals.
State News
Uttarakhand Passes Landmark Property Damage Recovery Act
- The Uttarakhand government has enacted the Public (Government) and Private Property Damage Recovery (Ordinance) Act of 2024.
- Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his appreciation to the Governor for approving the legislation, which seeks to address the financial impact of civil unrest and riots by enabling the recovery of damages.
19th Divya Kala Mela Inaugurated in Visakhapatnam
- The 19th edition of the Divya Kala Mela was launched in Visakhapatnam by Andhra Pradesh Governor Shri S. Abdul Nazeer.
- Present at the event were Dr. Virendra Kumar, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, along with other dignitaries.
- As part of the event, concessional loans of ₹40 lakh were granted to 10 Divyang (differently-abled) beneficiaries under NDFDC schemes, and assistive devices were distributed through CSR partnerships with HPCL, GAIL India, and IOCL.
Appointments News
Manu Bhaker Appointed Brand Ambassador for Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
- Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, a two-time Olympic medalist, has been appointed the brand ambassador for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW).
- Being the daughter of a marine sailor, she will now represent and promote India’s marine sector in her new role.
Summits and Conferences News
International WASH Conference 2024 Concludes at 8th India Water Week
- The International WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Conference, organized by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), was held as part of the 8th India Water Week in New Delhi from September 17 to 19, 2024.
- With a focus on the theme ‘Sustaining Rural Water Supply,’ the event facilitated knowledge exchange on global challenges in the WASH sector and emphasized innovations and best practices related to Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6).
World Food India 2024 Organized by Ministry of Food Processing Industries
- The Ministry of Food Processing Industries is preparing to host World Food India 2024 from September 19 to 22 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- The event, in its third edition, aims to be the largest platform for the food processing and allied sectors, bringing together global industry leaders.
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Inaugurates the Second Edition of Inclusion Conclave
- Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, inaugurated the second edition of the Inclusion Conclave organized by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) in New Delhi.
- Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Ms. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, was also present at the event.
Schemes News
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Launches NPS Vatsalya Scheme
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched the NPS Vatsalya scheme, following up on an announcement made in the Union Budget 2024.
- This scheme allows parents to invest in a pension fund to secure their children’s future financial needs.
Sports News
ICC Players of the Month for August 2024
- The International Cricket Council (ICC) has honored two Sri Lankan cricketers, Dunith Wellalage and Harshitha Samarawickrama, as the ICC Players of the Month for August 2024.
- Their recognition represents a significant achievement for Sri Lankan cricket on the international stage.
Glasgow to Host 2026 Commonwealth Games
Glasgow, which last hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2014, has been selected once again to host the 2026 event. However, certain sports will be excluded to reduce costs, following Victoria’s withdrawal as the original host in July 2023 due to financial concerns.
Important Days
World Cleanup Day 2024
World Cleanup Day 2024 was observed on September 20, with activities designed to promote environmental sustainability. The global event emphasized the importance of cleanup efforts in achieving sustainable development goals and raising awareness about waste management.
