Daily Current Affairs 14th Oct, 2024

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National News

RSS Celebrates 100 Years on Vijayadashami

  • The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), recognized as the world’s largest volunteer organization, is entering its centennial year on Vijayadashami, a day with deep cultural significance in India.
  • Founded on this very date in 1925, which coincides with the festival of Dussehra, the RSS has grown substantially over the past century, expanding its influence both within India and internationally.

Jammu and Kashmir Prepares for New Government After Lifting of President’s Rule

  • The Central Government has lifted President’s Rule in Jammu and Kashmir, paving the way for the appointment of a new Chief Minister. President Droupadi Murmu issued a notification that ends the rule under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, and other constitutional provisions, signaling a new phase of governance for the region.

International News

Nicaragua Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Israel Amid Conflict

  • Nicaragua has officially broken off diplomatic relations with Israel, as announced by Vice President Rosario Murillo after a congressional resolution. This move aligns with the stance of the country’s leftist government, led by President Daniel Ortega, which has consistently condemned Israel’s actions in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
  • Nicaragua has labeled Israel’s government as “fascist and genocidal.” Although the diplomatic ties between Nicaragua and Israel have been minimal, this decision reflects a broader trend in Latin America, where left-leaning nations are increasingly showing solidarity with the Palestinian cause.

Appointments News

L Satya Srinivas Appointed CEO of GeM Portal

  • L Satya Srinivas, currently Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce, has been named the new CEO of the Government e Marketplace (GeM). This appointment follows the promotion of the previous CEO, P K Singh, who was named Secretary of the Ministry of Renewable Energy.
  • Srinivas, a 1991 Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) officer, will be responsible for overseeing procurement for central government ministries and departments through the GeM portal, which has been operational since 2016.

States News

Wayanad Installs Advanced X-Band Radar for Disaster Preparedness

  • Following the devastating floods and landslides that claimed over 200 lives in Wayanad, Kerala, in July 2024, the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences has approved the installation of an advanced X-band radar in the district.
  • The radar is intended to strengthen disaster preparedness in the region, which faced catastrophic damage due to debris flows triggered by landslides in the Punchirimattom valley.

Summits and Conferences News

ASEAN Summit Focuses on Regional Resilience and Connectivity

  • The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits were recently held in Vientiane, Laos, from October 8 to 11, 2024. Leaders from ASEAN countries and their partners gathered to discuss enhancing regional resilience and connectivity.
  • The summits led to the adoption of nearly 90 documents, with a focus on supply chain connectivity, sustainable agriculture, climate change, and the digital economy, while also stressing the importance of a green transition.

India Digital Agri Conference 2024 Focuses on Agri-tech Solutions

  • The India Digital Agri Conference 2024, jointly organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AWaDH, was held in New Delhi. The conference aimed at revolutionizing agriculture through digital technologies such as AI, IoT, drones, and data analytics.
  • These innovations seek to address the challenges posed by climate change, food security, and resource management while advancing India’s leadership in agri-tech solutions.

Business News

HAL Becomes India’s 14th Maharatna Company
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has been elevated to the Maharatna status, becoming the 14th Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) to receive this distinction from the Government of India. The new status grants HAL greater autonomy in operations and financial decision-making, allowing the company to invest up to 15% of its net worth in projects and make investments of up to ₹5,000 crore in foreign ventures without government approval.

WHO Declares India’s Vaccine Regulatory System Functional
India’s vaccine regulatory system has been deemed “functional” by the World Health Organization (WHO) following an evaluation conducted from September 16 to 20, 2024. The WHO assessment confirmed that India meets global standards for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of vaccines. This recognition solidifies India’s important role in the global pharmaceutical industry and its strength in vaccine production.

Schemes News

PM GatiShakti Celebrates Three Years of Infrastructure Transformation
The PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, launched on October 13, 2021, marks three years of success in transforming India’s infrastructure landscape. The initiative has significantly improved the execution of infrastructure projects by integrating data from over 44 central ministries and 36 states and union territories. As a result, logistics costs have been reduced, and service delivery has improved. Over 200 major infrastructure projects have been assessed as part of this initiative.

Ranks and Reports News

NABARD Reports 57.6% Increase in Rural Household Income
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has reported a substantial 57.6% increase in the average monthly income of rural households over the past five years. According to the second ‘All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) 2021-22,’ the average monthly income rose from ₹8,059 in 2016-17 to ₹12,698 in 2021-22, marking a compound annual growth rate of 9.5%.

Sports News

India Wins Bronze at Asian Table Tennis Championships 2024
The Indian men’s table tennis team secured a bronze medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships 2024 held in Astana, Kazakhstan, marking their third consecutive bronze in this event. In addition, the women’s doubles team of Ayhika Mukherjee and Sutirtha Mukherjee made history by winning a bronze medal, becoming the first all-Indian women’s duo to earn a medal at this prestigious event since 1952. India’s total medal count at the championships now stands at eight, all of which are bronze medals.

Important Days

International Day of Rural Women 2024
The International Day of Rural Women is observed on October 15 every year to recognize the important role rural women play in agriculture, rural development, and poverty alleviation. The theme for 2024 is “Rural Women Sustaining Nature for Our Collective Future,” which highlights their contributions to climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and gender equality.

Obituaries News

Indranand Singh Jha, Akashvani Darbhanga Presenter, Dies at 77
Indranand Singh Jha, a well-known radio presenter from Akashvani Darbhanga, passed away at the age of 77 in his ancestral village of Chanaur in Darbhanga. Affectionately known as Khur Khur Bhai, Jha gained widespread popularity for his rural radio talk program, Gamghar, which resonated deeply with listeners. His unique voice and captivating style left a lasting impact on the world of radio broadcasting.

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