Daily Current Affairs 27th Aug, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
Union Government Releases New Guidelines for Public Grievance Redressal
- The Union Government has rolled out new guidelines for 2024 to enhance the handling of public grievances, focusing on empowering citizens and refining the grievance redressal process.
- These guidelines aim to increase transparency and efficiency in addressing complaints, utilizing a 10-step reform process that incorporates the latest technological advancements.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Opens GST Bhawan in Udaipur
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman officially opened the GST Bhawan in Udaipur, situated in the Hiran Magri area.
- The ceremony included Vedic rituals and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque to mark the building’s inauguration.
- Although construction began in 2020, progress was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, but it has now been successfully completed.
International News
India and Indonesia Pledge to Strengthen Anti-Terror Cooperation
- India and Indonesia have reinforced their commitment to combating terrorism, particularly in countering the misuse of new and emerging technologies by terrorists.
- During the sixth India-Indonesia Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism meeting in Jakarta, both countries denounced the use of terrorist proxies for cross-border terrorism, especially considering Pakistan’s support for groups targeting Jammu and Kashmir.
24th International Mother Teresa Awards Held in Dubai
- The 24th International Mother Teresa Awards ceremony took place on August 26, 2024, at the Millennium Plaza Dubai, commemorating the 114th birth anniversary of the revered humanitarian.
- The event, organized by the All-India Minority and Weaker Sections Council, was held outside India for the first time.
Appointment News
Nasscom Appoints Sindhu Gangadharan as New Chairperson
- The National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom), India’s leading IT industry association, has announced a significant leadership change.
- Sindhu Gangadharan, the Managing Director of SAP Labs India, has been named the new chairperson of Nasscom.
- This appointment marks a pivotal moment in the organization’s history, signaling potential new directions for India’s tech sector.
Business News
Tata AIA Life Introduces ‘Sampoorna Raksha Promise’
- Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched a new product in the term insurance market, named Sampoorna Raksha Promise.
- This innovative offering is tailored to provide comprehensive financial protection for policyholders and their families, addressing various life insurance needs.
Piramal Finance Partners with Central Bank of India to Serve Underserved Markets
- Piramal Finance, a division of Piramal Enterprises Limited, has formed a partnership with the Central Bank of India to expand co-lending operations aimed at underserved markets.
- This collaboration combines the Central Bank’s extensive branch network with Piramal Finance’s tech-driven lending approach, focusing on digital efficiency and personalized services.
Schemes News
Spices Board Unveils SPICED Scheme to Enhance Spice Exports and Productivity
- The Spices Board of India has launched the SPICED scheme, a strategic initiative aimed at boosting spice exports and productivity.
- Officially titled ‘Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development,’ the scheme will be implemented during the remaining period of the 15th Finance Commission cycle.
Maharashtra Implements Unified Pension Scheme Ahead of Assembly Elections
- In a significant pre-election move, Maharashtra has become the first state to implement the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for its employees, shortly after the central government introduced the scheme.
- This decision is expected to benefit approximately 13.5 lakh state employees across various sectors, including recognized and grant-aided educational institutions, non-agricultural universities, and zilla parishads, effective from March 2024.
State News
Mithun Documented for the First Time in Assam
- For the first time, Assam has officially recorded the presence of mithun (Bos frontalis).
- This semi-wild, gaur-like animal, traditionally reared by tribal communities, has now been documented in the state’s hill district of Dima Hasao.
BPCL Introduces Drone-Aided Aerial Seeding in Bihar
- Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has launched an innovative afforestation initiative called “Aranya” in Bihar, utilizing drone technology for aerial seeding.
- The project aims to increase green cover in the state by deploying 100,000 seedballs across 50 hectares in three selected forest areas.
Sports News
India Secures Silver at Asian Surfing Championships 2024
- In a major achievement for Indian surfing, the national team won a silver medal at the Maruhaba Cup, a team event at the Asian Surfing Championships 2024.
- The competition, held in Thulusdhoo, Maldives, concluded on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in India’s surfing history.
Indian Prodigy Wins at Asian U-15 Junior Badminton Championships 2024
- Tanvi Patri, a 14-year-old from Odisha, India, has made history by winning the women’s singles title at the Asian U-15 Junior Championships 2024.
- The tournament, held in Chengdu, China, from August 20-25, 2024, showcased Patri’s exceptional skill and determination.
Important Days
World Water Week 2024: 25-29 August
- The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is hosting the World Water Week from August 25-29, 2024.
- This annual conference, held since 1991, is the foremost event addressing global water issues.
Obituaries News
Olympic Cyclist Daniela Chirinos Passes Away at 51
- The global cycling community mourns the loss of Daniela Larreal Chirinos, a distinguished Venezuelan Olympic cyclist who passed away at 51.
- Chirinos, renowned for her illustrious career in track cycling, represented Venezuela with honor on the international stage.
