Daily Current Affairs 12th Sept, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
China Conducts Test of Its Largest Cargo Drone to Advance Low-Altitude Economy
- China has successfully tested its largest unmanned cargo aircraft, marking a major development in the country’s efforts to expand its low-altitude economy.
- This milestone aligns with China’s vision of growing its drone capabilities and achieving a $279 billion industry by 2030.
States News
Madhya Pradesh Launches Cash for Sanitary Napkins Scheme
- Madhya Pradesh, led by Dr. Mohan Yadav, has initiated a groundbreaking program aimed at improving menstrual health and hygiene for adolescent girls.
- The state has introduced a cash transfer scheme for the purchase of sanitary napkins, distinguishing itself from other Indian states that typically provide sanitary pads for free.
Appointments News
Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh Appointed MD of State Bank of India
- Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh has been named the new Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India (SBI).
- In his new role, he will oversee the Risk Compliance and Stressed Assets Resolution Group (SARG) departments.
- This appointment follows government approval granted last week.
PR Sreejesh Becomes Head Coach of India’s Junior Men’s Hockey Team
- Retired Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has been named the head coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team.
- This decision was made following India’s bronze medal win at the 2024 Olympics, and Hockey India (HI) made the official announcement.
Business News
BHIM App Becomes Standalone Subsidiary; Lalitha Nataraj Appointed CEO
- The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has transformed its popular Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) app into a separate entity to strengthen its digital payments foothold.
- Lalitha Nataraj, who previously worked with IDFC FIRST Bank and ICICI Bank, has been appointed as the CEO of this newly formed entity.
BHEL Wins Contract for 1,600 MW Thermal Power Project from DVC
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL), a state-owned company, has secured a contract to set up a 1,600 MW thermal power project for Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC).
- The Koderma Supercritical Thermal Power Project (STPP) will be constructed in Jharkhand’s Koderma district on an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) basis.
Agreements News
NHA and MUHS Sign MoU to Promote Digital Health Education
- The National Health Authority (NHA) and the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance digital health education throughout India.
- The MoU was signed in the presence of Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda on August 13, 2024.
Defence News
DRDO Successfully Tests Long-Range Glide Bomb ‘GAURAV’ from Su-30 MK-I Fighter Jet
- On August 13, 2024, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully completed the first flight test of its long-range glide bomb (LRGB) named “Gaurav” from a Su-30 MK-I fighter jet belonging to the Indian Air Force.
Sports News
ICC Announces Players of the Month for July 2024
- The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the winners of the Player of the Month awards for July 2024.
- England’s Gus Atkinson and Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu have been named as the top performers in men’s and women’s cricket, respectively, for their remarkable contributions during the month.
Prasar Bharati and BCL Partner to Promote New Cricket League
- The Big Cricket League (BCL), a new franchise-based T20 cricket tournament, is set to launch in India.
- This league will offer local talents a chance to compete alongside cricket legends.
- In a key development, Prasar Bharati, India’s national broadcaster, has signed a long-term deal with BCL to enhance its visibility and ensure widespread accessibility to cricket fans across the country.
Important Days
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day 2024
- On August 14th, India observes Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, or “Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas” in Hindi.
- This national day of mourning commemorates the tragic events surrounding the partition of India in 1947.
- Established by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2021, the day pays tribute to the millions of lives affected by the division and its enduring impact.
Miscellaneous News
Ancient Solar Calendar Discovered at Göbekli Tepe in Turkey
- Archaeologists in Turkey have made a remarkable discovery at Göbekli Tepe, one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites, where they believe they have uncovered the oldest known solar calendar.
- This finding, reported in the journal Time and Mind on July 24, 2024, reveals that ancient civilizations had advanced knowledge of astronomy.
