Daily Current Affairs 22nd Dec, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
European Union Welcomes Bulgaria and Romania as Full Schengen Members After 13 Years
- The European Union (EU) has officially approved Bulgaria and Romania for full membership in the Schengen zone, effective from the beginning of next year, ending a prolonged wait of 13 years.
- Both countries, which joined the EU in 2007, had been partially integrated into the Schengen zone in March 2024, allowing border-free air and sea travel.
India, Brazil, and South Africa Collaborate on Digital Governance Infrastructure
- The G20 Troika countries — India, Brazil, and South Africa — have unveiled a landmark joint declaration centered on the use of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and data for governance.
- The declaration comes at a time when global economic growth is hovering at just over 3%, marking one of the slowest growth rates in this century.
BANKING & FINANCE NEWS
Union Finance Minister Holds Pre-Budget Discussions in Jaisalmer
- Nirmala Sitharaman, the Union Finance Minister of India, chaired a pre-budget consultation meeting in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
- The meeting involved Finance Ministers from various States and Union Territories and focused on preparing the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025–26.
NATIONAL NEWS
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 to Establish India as a Global Mobility Hub
- The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is scheduled to be held from January 17 to 22 across the Delhi NCR region.
- The event will highlight India’s growing prominence in the global mobility industry, featuring more than 1,500 exhibitors and an expected attendance of 500,000 visitors.
- The expo aims to position itself as the second-largest auto show in the world.
STATE NEWS
Arvind Kejriwal Launches Sanjeevani Yojana for Senior Citizens in Delhi
- Ahead of the Delhi elections, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal has introduced the Sanjeevani Yojana, a free healthcare scheme for senior citizens aged 60 and above.
- Under this initiative, senior citizens in Delhi will receive free treatment at both government and private hospitals without any cap on treatment costs.
- Registration for the scheme will commence soon, with AAP workers assisting citizens by visiting their homes to facilitate the registration process and issue health cards.
AWARDS & HONOURS NEWS
Indian Educator Arun Kapur Honored with Bhutan’s Prestigious ‘Dasho’ Title
- Arun Kapur, an Indian educationist, has been awarded the prestigious Red Scarf and the honorary title of ‘Dasho’ by Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel.
- The recognition, which is rarely granted to non-residents, acknowledges Kapur’s significant contributions to education in India, Bhutan, and Oman.
- The award was presented during the 117th Bhutanese National Day celebrations at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu.
APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS NEWS
Francois Bayrou Becomes France’s New Prime Minister
- Following a no-confidence vote against the previous government, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Francois Bayrou as the new Prime Minister of France.
- Bayrou is the fourth person to assume this position in 2024, succeeding Michel Barnier, who held the role for only three months.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY NEWS
India Introduces Its First Indigenous Macrolide Antibiotic – Nafithromycin
- India has developed its first indigenous macrolide antibiotic, Nafithromycin, which has been launched under the brand name “Miqnaf.”
- Developed by Wockhardt with support from the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), the antibiotic is specifically designed to treat Community-Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia (CABP) caused by drug-resistant bacteria.
- This innovation addresses a critical healthcare need, particularly for vulnerable groups, including children.
OBITUARIES NEWS
Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna Passes Away at 92
- SM Krishna, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka and a Union Minister, has passed away at the age of 92.
- A prominent political figure, Krishna had an illustrious career in both state and national politics.
