Daily Current Affairs 28th Dec, 2024

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This post contains important current affairs of 28th Dec, 2024. It includes all Major National, International, Business and Sports related current affairs of 28th Dec, 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 28th Dec, 2024 Current affairs test.

NATIONAL NEWS

Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024: Celebrating Young Achievers

  • President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 on 17 young achievers for their exceptional contributions across domains such as art, culture, sports, innovation, science, bravery, and social service.
  • This prestigious award aims to recognize and encourage the extraordinary efforts of talented youth in India.

Ambedkar Samman Yojana: Educational Support for Dalit Students

  • The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), under the leadership of Arvind Kejriwal, has introduced the Ambedkar Samman Yojana, a program designed to assist Dalit students in pursuing higher education abroad.
  • Announced ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, the initiative aligns with B.R. Ambedkar’s vision, emphasizing educational empowerment and upliftment for marginalized communities.

IndiGo Launches Zero Waste Airport Project

  • As part of its CSR program, IndiGoReach, IndiGo Airlines has initiated the Zero Waste Airport Project at Indore Airport.
  • The project, in collaboration with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and AAS Foundation, focuses on sustainable waste management practices to reduce the environmental footprint of airport operations.

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Sandip Mishra Appointed Director of National Testing Agency

  • Sandip Kumar Mishra has been appointed as the new director of the National Testing Agency (NTA) by the central government.
  • His appointment follows reforms announced by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to enhance the functioning of NTA, especially in light of recommendations from a high-level committee established after controversies surrounding examination paper leaks.

BANKING & FINANCE

RBI’s Cryptocurrency Oversight in Focus as Bitcoin Hits $100,000

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is carefully monitoring the rapid rise in cryptocurrency values, including Bitcoin, which has recently surpassed the $100,000 mark.
  • This scrutiny gains significance amidst a leadership transition within the central bank, with SEBI regulating cryptocurrencies classified as securities and overseeing Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs).

RBI Establishes Committee for Ethical Use of AI in Finance

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted an 8-member committee to formulate a framework ensuring the responsible and ethical utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector.
  • This committee is tasked with developing the FREE-AI Framework (Responsible and Ethical Enablement of AI in Financial Services), aimed at promoting transparent and fair AI practices in finance.

SEBI Suspends Trading in Bharat Global Developers

  • The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has halted trading activities of Bharat Global Developers, a firm with a market valuation exceeding ₹12,000 crore.
  • The suspension follows irregularities in the company’s financial disclosures and accusations of fraudulent practices, particularly regarding preferential allotment of shares.

DEFENCE NEWS

India-Sri Lanka Naval Exercise SLINEX 24 Held in Visakhapatnam

  • The bilateral naval exercise SLINEX 24 (Sri Lanka – India Exercise 2024) was conducted from December 17 to 20, 2024, in Visakhapatnam under the Eastern Naval Command.
  • This exercise highlights the collaborative defense efforts and strengthened maritime ties between India and Sri Lanka.

SPORTS NEWS

Harish Sharma 3×3 Basketball Championship 2024

  • The Harish Sharma 3×3 Basketball Championship 2024 is set to take place on December 28 and 29 at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, New Delhi.
  • Organized by the Delhi Basketball Association, the event honors Harish Sharma, a celebrated international basketball player and former Secretary General of the Basketball Federation of India.

IMPORTANT DAYS

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness: December 27

  • Observed annually on December 27, the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness serves as a global reminder to strengthen public health systems.
  • The day emphasizes the importance of proactive measures for preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease outbreaks.

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