Daily Current Affairs 30th Oct, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
PM Modi Launches Healthcare Projects Worth ₹12,850 Crore on Ayurveda Day
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Dhanvantari Jayanti and the 9th Ayurveda Day by unveiling, initiating, and setting the foundation for healthcare initiatives totaling over ₹12,850 crore at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi.
- This extensive investment signifies a substantial enhancement to India’s healthcare framework, aligning with the Prime Minister’s commitment to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare for all citizens.
Konark Wheel Replicas Installed at Amrit Udyan
- As part of a cultural initiative, four sandstone replicas of the renowned Konark wheel have been placed at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan.
- This effort aims to celebrate and showcase India’s rich cultural heritage, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the nation’s historical art and craftsmanship.
India’s First Indigenous C295 Aircraft Scheduled for Release by September 2026
- India is set to achieve a landmark moment in aerospace with the debut of its first domestically assembled C295 military transport aircraft at the Vadodara facility in September 2026.
- This project, a joint effort between Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems, supports the “Make in India” initiative.
- The facility, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, underscores growing defense cooperation between India and Spain.
Ayushman Bharat: Free Health Coverage for Senior Citizens Over 70
- Expanding the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), Prime Minister Modi recently launched the Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card, granting free health coverage to seniors aged 70 and above, regardless of income.
- Unveiled at the AIIA in New Delhi on Ayurveda Day, this initiative offers up to ₹5 lakh worth of treatment per year at AB PMJAY-approved hospitals, excluding Delhi and West Bengal, where the program has not been implemented.
International News
Indian Railways and Switzerland Extend MoU for Infrastructure Modernization
- Indian Railways renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Switzerland’s Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy, and Communications (DETEC), continuing a partnership from 2017 to enhance infrastructure and operational efficiency.
- The agreement, signed via video conference, was supported by India’s Ministry of Railways and Ministry of External Affairs.
- Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw noted the alignment of the collaboration with India’s infrastructure modernization goals.
Belgium’s Princess Elisabeth Green Energy Island Faces Rising Costs
- A pioneering green energy project is underway in the North Sea. Named after Belgium’s Princess Elisabeth, this ambitious initiative is aimed at boosting renewable energy.
- Massive concrete structures are being assembled along the North Sea coast, forming the foundation for the world’s first green energy island.
- Rising costs, however, have posed challenges for this monumental project.
State News
Rajasthan’s Aandhi Village Moves Toward Zero-Waste with Green Technology
- Aandhi, a village approximately 43 kilometers from Jaipur, Rajasthan, is adopting green technology to become a zero-waste model.
- By converting various waste types—food, agricultural, wastewater, and hospital waste—generated by local sources like schools, farms, and health centers, Aandhi aims to turn waste into valuable resources.
Defence News
GSL Introduces Two Locally Made Fast Patrol Vessels for Indian Coast Guard
- Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) has launched two new fast patrol vessels, named Adamya and Akshar, for the Indian Coast Guard on October 28.
- These vessels are intended to safeguard offshore assets, monitor island territories, and carry out surveillance tasks, enhancing coastal security capabilities.
Important Days
World Savings Day 2024: Significance, Origins, and Impact
- World Savings Day, celebrated in India on October 30 and internationally on October 31, promotes the importance of saving as a step toward financial stability.
- It encourages individuals to evaluate their financial habits, contributing to long-term financial security and preparedness for future expenses.
National Unity Day Observance: Amit Shah Flags Off ‘Run for Unity’
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the ‘Run for Unity’ in New Delhi on National Unity Day, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary.
- The event, attended by various dignitaries, paid homage to Patel’s role in India’s unification, while Shah emphasized the vision of a unified and developed India by 2047.
Business News
Nita Ambani Introduces Free Healthcare for Women and Children
- In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Nita M. Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, launched the New Health Seva Plan.
- This initiative will provide free health screenings and treatments to over 100,000 underserved women and children.
IndusInd Bank Partners with Tata Power for MSE Solar Financing
- IndusInd Bank has joined forces with Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) to offer collateral-free solar financing to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs).
- This alliance aims to make solar energy more accessible, thereby promoting sustainability and reducing costs for MSEs.
- The financing ranges from ₹10 lakh to ₹2 crore, subject to a 20% margin and credit approval, with repayment terms of up to seven years.
Jio Financial Services Introduces Digital Gold Investment Platform ‘SmartGold’
- Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) has launched SmartGold, a digital platform for investing in 24-karat physical gold via the JioFinance app.
- This initiative allows customers to start with a minimum investment of ₹10, aligning with the Dhanteras season.
- The gold is securely stored in insured vaults, and customers can redeem it as cash or physical gold coins and jewelry at their convenience.
Jio Financial Services and BlackRock Enter Mutual Fund Sector
- On October 28, 2024, Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) and BlackRock Inc. formed joint ventures—Jio BlackRock Asset Management Private Limited and Jio BlackRock Trustee Private Limited—to establish a mutual fund presence in India.
- With SEBI’s preliminary approval, JFSL invested a total of ₹82.9 crore for a 50% stake, marking its strategic expansion into the mutual funds industry.
Sports News
India Secures Second Place in Asian Arm Wrestling Cup 2024
- India earned a runner-up position in the overall standings at the Asian Arm Wrestling Cup 2024, held at Aurika Skycity Hotel in Mumbai.
- India trailed only behind Kazakhstan, the current global leader in arm wrestling, finishing second in the medal tally.
