Daily Current Affairs 22nd Oct, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
Hurricane Oscar Hits Cuba, Sparking Protests Amid Economic Strain
- Hurricane Oscar, after passing through the Bahamas, struck the eastern region of Cuba, leaving at least six people dead and causing widespread devastation.
- Power outages halted daily life, prompting protests in areas like Santos Suárez and central Havana. Residents expressed their frustration over water shortages by banging pots and blocking streets.
- The blackout added to the ongoing energy crisis that has persisted since Hurricane Ian struck in 2022.
Pakistan Sets Chief Justice’s Tenure to Three Years
- On October 21, Pakistan passed the Constitution (26th Amendment) Act, 2024, which limits the Chief Justice’s term to three years.
- A special commission will now oversee the appointment of the top judge, chosen from the three senior-most Supreme Court judges.
- President Asif Ali Zardari signed the bill after both Houses of Parliament approved it, despite opposition from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by Imran Khan.
- The amendment blocks Justice Masoor Ali Shah from succeeding Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, who is set to retire on October 25.
National News
16th-Century Copper Plates Discovered in Tiruvallur District
- A remarkable archaeological find has been made at the Sri Singeeswarar temple in Mappedu village, located in Tiruvallur district.
- During a routine inspection by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR and CE) Department, officials uncovered two copper plate inscriptions from the 16th century.
- The plates were linked by a ring that bore the seal of the Vijayanagara Kingdom.
- The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) identified the inscriptions, which are in Sanskrit and engraved using the Nandinagari script, as dating back to 1513, during the reign of King Krishnadevaraya.
Kerala Launches Citizen Sentinel App to Boost Traffic Law Enforcement
- Kerala’s Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) has launched a new mobile app called the Citizen Sentinel, aimed at enhancing the enforcement of traffic regulations.
- Through this app, citizens can actively participate in promoting road safety by capturing and submitting photos or videos of traffic violations, which will then be reviewed by law enforcement authorities.
Economy News
IMF Warns of Global Public Debt Surpassing $100 Trillion
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a report indicating that global public debt is on track to exceed $100 trillion for the first time this year.
- The IMF cautions that this debt could grow even more quickly than anticipated, driven by political trends toward increased spending and rising borrowing needs, which are further compounded by sluggish economic growth.
Schemes News
Yogi Adityanath Unveils Welfare Schemes for Police Personnel on ‘Police Smriti Diwas’
- During the ‘Police Smriti Diwas’ event in Lucknow, held to honor police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced several key welfare initiatives for police officers.
- These include a significant 70% increase in uniform allowances and a 25% rise in housing allowances for constables living in barracks, as part of his government’s ongoing efforts to improve the welfare of law enforcement personnel.
Assam Chief Minister Launches Mission Basundhara 3.0 to Secure Indigenous Land Rights
- Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, inaugurated Mission Basundhara 3.0 during a ceremony at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati.
- This initiative aims to provide formal land rights to indigenous communities, enhancing their security and recognizing their rightful land ownership.
UDAN Scheme Celebrates 8th Anniversary, Marks Transformation in Indian Aviation
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 8th anniversary of the UDAN (Ude Desh ke Aam Nagrik) scheme, praising its transformative impact on India’s aviation sector.
- Launched in 2016, the scheme was designed to make air travel affordable and increase regional connectivity.
- The Prime Minister emphasized the growth of airports and air routes, while Home Minister Amit Shah noted the scheme’s role in boosting trade, commerce, and the regional economy.
Summits and Conferences News
18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas to Be Held in Bhubaneswar
- Odisha’s capital, Bhubaneswar, has been selected to host the 18th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas from January 8 to 10 next year.
- The event, which recognizes the contributions of the Indian diaspora, will take place at Janata Maidan.
- Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved the Union Ministry of External Affairs’ proposal to hold the event in Bhubaneswar, making it the site of this prestigious global gathering.
Appointments News
Vikram Dev Dutt Assumes Role of Coal Secretary
- Vikram Dev Dutt, an IAS officer from the 1993 AGMUT cadre, has officially taken charge as the new Coal Secretary of India.
- Previously, Dutt served as the Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
- He succeeds VL Kantha Rao, who temporarily handled the position after Amrit Lal Meena became Bihar’s Chief Secretary.
- Dutt’s new role comes at a time when the country’s energy needs are expected to grow by 6-7% annually, placing pressure on coal production to meet demand from the power and industrial sectors.
Ajay Kumar Singh Appointed as Jharkhand’s New DGP
- Senior IPS officer Ajay Kumar Singh has been named Jharkhand’s new Director General of Police (DGP), following the Election Commission’s directive to remove acting DGP Anurag Gupta.
- Singh was chosen from a list of three candidates proposed by the State Government ahead of upcoming elections.
Sports News
Railways Defeat Indian Oil to Clinch National Women’s Hockey Championship
- The Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) emerged victorious in the Senior Women Inter-Departmental National Hockey Championship, defeating Indian Oil 3-1 in the final held at the Major Dhyanchand National Stadium.
- Indian Oil initially took the lead in the 18th minute through Deepika, but Vandana Katariya equalized for Railways a minute later.
- Railways gained the upper hand in the fourth quarter, with captain Navneet Kaur and Salima Tete scoring the decisive goals.
- Tete’s performance earned her the Player of the Match title.
