Daily Current Affairs 21st Sept, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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This post contains important current affairs of 21st Sept, 2024. It includes all Major National, International, Business and Sports related current affairs of 21st Sept, 2024. A brief explanation of every current affair is provided to further enhance your general knowledge. Once you have gone through these current affairs we would recommend to you to try 21st Sept, 2024 Current affairs test.
International News
Nepal Commemorates Ninth Anniversary of Constitution Proclamation
- Nepal celebrated a key milestone in its democratic evolution by marking the ninth anniversary of the proclamation of its constitution. The nation was immersed in festive celebrations, with Kathmandu, the capital city, at the heart of the activities.
Banking News
YES BANK and Paisabazaar Introduce ‘PaisaSave’ Cashback Credit Card
- Paisabazaar, India’s leading platform for consumer credit and free credit scores, has teamed up with YES BANK, the country’s sixth-largest private sector bank, to launch the YES BANK Paisabazaar PaisaSave Credit Card. This new co-branded card promises a range of attractive features, including cashback benefits.
Awards News
Magnus Carlsen and Judit Polgar Honored at FIDE 100 Awards
- Magnus Carlsen and Judit Polgar received the highest honors for male and female chess players, respectively, at the FIDE 100 Awards ceremony held in Hungary. Both were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the world of chess.
Dhruvi Patel Crowned Miss India Worldwide 2024
- Dhruvi Patel, a Computer Information System student based in the United States, has been crowned Miss India Worldwide 2024. This competition is the longest-running Indian pageant held outside of India, and Patel’s win marks a significant achievement for her.
Appointments News
World Boxing Champion Nikhat Zareen Joins Telangana Police as DSP
- Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen, renowned for her world boxing titles, has officially taken up her role as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). She submitted her joining report to Telangana’s Director General of Police, Jitender, marking the beginning of her new position.
Defence News
Raksha Mantri Welcomes Completion of Open Water Swimming Expedition in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, in a ceremony in New Delhi, marked the successful conclusion of a unique Open Water Swimming Expedition to 21 islands of the Andaman & Nicobar archipelago. Each island in the expedition was named in honor of Param Vir Chakra (PVC) Awardees, making the event a remarkable tribute to India’s military heroes.
State News
PM Modi Lays Foundation for Mega Textile Park in Maharashtra
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the foundation stone laying ceremony for the PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Park (PM MITRA) in Amravati, Maharashtra. This ambitious project aims to boost the textile industry by creating vast integrated regions for textile production and manufacturing.
Science and Technology News
India’s Third Indigenous Nuclear Reactor Achieves Criticality
- India’s third home-grown 700 MWe nuclear reactor has reached criticality, a significant milestone in its development. This reactor is the first of its kind in a new series of Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) and is being developed at the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project in Rawatbhata.
Summits and Conferences
2nd Global Food Regulators Summit 2024 Focuses on Food Safety
- The second Global Food Regulators Summit opened on September 20, 2024, in New Delhi, underscoring a commitment to international food safety collaboration.
- The summit, held alongside the 3rd World Food India 2024 event, has brought together global food regulators and experts to discuss vital issues concerning food safety standards and regulations.
Ranks & Reports
India Attains Tier 1 Status in Global Cybersecurity Index 2024
- In a groundbreaking accomplishment for India’s digital infrastructure, the nation has secured a Tier 1 ranking in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024.
- This achievement, as recognized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), solidifies India’s position as one of the leading countries in global cybersecurity practices.
Kerala Maintains Top Position in India’s Food Safety Index
- For the second year in a row, Kerala has maintained its leadership in the State Food Safety Index (SFSI) 2024.
- The rankings were announced during the inaugural session of the FSSAI Global Food Regulators Summit 2024, further solidifying Kerala’s commitment to food safety standards.
Sports News
14th Hockey India Junior Men’s Championship 2024 Ends in Exciting Finale
- The 14th edition of the Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2024 concluded with a thrilling final on September 19, 2024, at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab.
- The tournament, which began on September 9, 2024, featured fierce competition among the nation’s top young hockey talents.
Jasprit Bumrah Enters 400 International Wickets Club
- In a major achievement for Indian cricket, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has become the 10th Indian to achieve 400 international wickets. Bumrah reached this milestone during the first Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai, reinforcing his place among India’s cricketing greats.
Important Days
International Day of Peace 2024: Celebrating a Culture of Peace
- The year 2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace. This year’s International Day of Peace serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of fostering peace, understanding, and harmony among nations and individuals across the globe.
