Daily Current Affairs 2nd Sep, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Celebrates 7th Foundation Day
- On September 2, 2024, the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) commemorated its 7th Foundation Day.
- Since its launch across India in 2018 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the IPPB has played a crucial role in enhancing financial inclusion throughout the country.
- It has significantly contributed to reshaping India’s financial landscape by offering accessible, affordable, and reliable digital banking services to underserved and unbanked households directly at their doorsteps.
PM Modi’s Address at Economic Times World Leaders Forum
- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Economic Times World Leaders Forum in New Delhi, where he discussed India’s remarkable economic progress, governance strategies, and global aspirations.
- PM Modi highlighted that India’s economy has expanded by 90% over the past decade, considerably surpassing the global economic growth rate of 35%.
- He credited this achievement to consistent reforms and reaffirmed the government’s dedication to sustaining economic growth.
Prime Minister Modi Releases Commemorative Stamp for 75 Years of Supreme Court
- During the inaugural session of the District Judges Conference held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a commemorative postage stamp celebrating 75 years of the Supreme Court of India.
- The event was graced by the presence of Supreme Court Chief Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, Minister of Law & Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, and other distinguished guests.
Union Minister Smt Annpurna Devi Launches 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024
- Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi officially launched the 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking a significant initiative to boost awareness about nutrition and enhance well-being nationwide.
- The event was attended by notable figures including Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel and Gujarat’s Minister of Women and Child Development Smt. Bhanuben Babariya, along with senior officials from both the Central and State Governments.
Two-Day Human Rights Training Programme Concluded Successfully
- In collaboration with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Manipur University hosted a successful two-day training program on human rights in India on August 30, 2024, at the Court Hall, Manipur University.
- The event saw participation from over 100 legal experts, academics, human rights defenders, and students.
State News
Bihar’s Rajgir To Host 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: Hockey India
- In a significant move to enhance sports infrastructure in Bihar, Hockey India announced that the forthcoming Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 will be hosted in Rajgir from November 11 to 20.
- The tournament is set to take place at the newly built Rajgir Hockey Stadium, where the Indian team will defend their title against teams from China, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, and Korea.
Appointments News
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Takes Over As AOC-In-C, Central Air Command
- Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, who has been honored with the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Vayu Sena Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal, assumed the position of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Central Air Command on September 1, 2024.
- Commissioned into the fighter stream of the Indian Air Force on December 6, 1986, Air Marshal Dixit is an experimental test pilot and a qualified flying instructor with more than 3,300 hours of flying experience across various aircraft in the IAF fleet.
V. Satish Kumar Takes Additional Charge as IOCL Chairman
- V. Satish Kumar, currently the Director of Marketing at Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL), has taken on additional responsibilities as the Chairman following the conclusion of Shrikant Madhav Vaidya’s tenure. Kumar, who has been with IOCL for 35 years, has held pivotal roles across various regions and has led significant initiatives in the company’s marketing division.
Economy News
GST Collections Increase by 10% to ₹1.75 Lakh Crore in August
- India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in August 2024 surged to ₹1.75 lakh crore, reflecting a 10% year-on-year growth compared to ₹1.59 lakh crore collected in August 2023.
- This increase indicates strong domestic consumption and higher imports.
- Of the total, the central government collected ₹30,862 crore, while states collected ₹38,411 crore before adjustments.
- Integrated GST (IGST) on imports and inter-state sales accounted for ₹93,621 crore.
Award News
President Emmanuel Macron Awarded Olympic Order in Gold for Paris 2024 Success
- In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Olympic movement, President Emmanuel Macron of France was honored with the Olympic Order in gold.
- This prestigious award, presented by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), acknowledges his steadfast support for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and his dedication to the Olympic values championed by Pierre de Coubertin.
- Macron’s efforts were instrumental in the success of the Paris 2024 Games, which symbolized global unity and the enduring power of sports.
Legendary Animator Hayao Miyazaki Receives Prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award
- Renowned Japanese film director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki, has been honored with the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2024.
- Often referred to as “Asia’s Nobel Prize,” this award recognizes Miyazaki’s profound influence on the art of animation and his significant contributions to global cultural discourse.
Sports News
Rubina Francis Wins Bronze In Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1
- Rubina Francis made history on August 31 by winning a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol SH1 event at the Paris Paralympics.
- Her achievement is a testament to the perseverance and resilience of para-athletes, who often face numerous challenges on their path to success, much like Rubina’s journey.
Preethi Pal Becomes First Indian Woman To Win Two Paralympic Medals In Athletics
- At the Paris Paralympics 2024, Indian para-athlete Preethi Pal secured another medal for India by winning a bronze in the Women’s 200 meters – T35 final with a personal best time of 30.01 seconds.
- With this accomplishment, she became the first Indian woman para-athlete in track and field to win two medals at the Paralympics.
Nishad Kumar’s Silver Jump Adds To India’s Medal Haul At Paris Paralympics
- Nishad Kumar won a silver medal in the men’s T47 high jump final at the Paris Paralympics on September 2.
- He recorded his season-best jump of 2.04 meters to secure second place. Townsend-Roberts of the United States won the gold with a season-best jump of 2.08 meters, while Russia’s Georgii Margiev claimed the bronze.
Important Days
National Nutrition Week 2024, September 1 to 7
- National Nutrition Week (NNW) is observed annually in India from September 1 to 7.
- This week is dedicated to promoting awareness about the importance of nutrition in daily life and encouraging healthy eating habits among people of all ages.
World Coconut Day 2024 Observed on September 2
- World Coconut Day is celebrated on September 2 each year, established by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) in 2009.
- The APCC, an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, represents 19 coconut-producing countries in the Asia-Pacific region and chose this date to mark the founding of the organization in 1969.
