Daily Current Affairs 9th Sept, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
Amit Shah Releases ‘200 Not Out’ Documentary Celebrating Mumbai Samachar’s Legacy
- Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, led an event in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to unveil the ‘200 Not Out’ documentary.
- This film highlights the 200-year-long history of Mumbai Samachar, the oldest newspaper in Asia.
- Prominent figures, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde, attended the ceremony, which celebrated the newspaper’s remarkable contributions to journalism and its critical role in India’s media landscape.
International News
Michel Barnier Appointed France’s New Prime Minister by Macron
- On September 5, 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron made the notable decision to appoint Michel Barnier, the former EU Brexit negotiator, as France’s new Prime Minister.
- This appointment follows a prolonged phase of political instability and is seen as a pivotal step toward establishing a stable government in France.
Algerian President Tebboune Re-Elected with 95% Vote
- Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the incumbent President of Algeria, secured a second term with a commanding 95% of the vote, as per the country’s electoral authority, ANIE. Tebboune’s competitors, Abdelaali Hassani Cherif and Youcef Aouchiche, received 3% and 2% of the vote, respectively.
- The voter turnout was 48%, with more than 24 million registered voters.
Israel’s Tower Semiconductor and Adani Join Forces on $10 Billion Chip Project in India
- Israel’s Tower Semiconductor and India’s Adani Group have announced a joint venture to invest 839.47 billion rupees ($10 billion) in a semiconductor manufacturing project in Maharashtra, India.
- The collaboration is a significant part of India’s ambition to establish itself as a global center for chip production.
- This effort comes despite earlier setbacks, including Foxconn’s withdrawal from a $19.5 billion deal with Vedanta and ISMC’s stalled $3 billion investment plans.
Appointments News
Tuhin Kanta Pandey Appointed as India’s New Finance Secretary
- Tuhin Kanta Pandey, a 1987-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the Odisha cadre, has been appointed as India’s new Finance Secretary.
- This decision follows the recent appointment of T.V. Somanathan as Cabinet Secretary, which left the finance role vacant.
- Pandey was previously the Secretary of the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), and he will now oversee India’s financial policies.
Arun Goel Appointed as India’s Ambassador to Croatia
- The Indian government has named Arun Goel as the new Ambassador to Croatia, replacing Raj Kumar Srivastava.
- The Ministry of External Affairs announced Goel’s appointment on September 7, 2024.
- A retired IAS officer from the Punjab cadre, Goel has previously served as Election Commissioner of India between November 2022 and March 2024.
Vinay Goyal Becomes State Mission Director of NHM
- Dr. Vinay Goyal, an IAS officer from the 2016 batch, has taken on the role of State Mission Director for the National Health Mission (NHM) in Kerala.
- He succeeds K. Jeevan Babu, who has transitioned to the Kerala Water Authority as Managing Director.
- In addition to this, Dr. Goyal will oversee the Kerala State IT Mission and the eHealth Kerala project.
Banking News
SBI Foundation Launches Third Edition of Asha Scholarship Program
- The State Bank of India (SBI) Foundation has launched the third edition of its Asha Scholarship Program.
- The initiative aims to provide financial assistance to 10,000 talented but underprivileged students across India, supporting their educational pursuits.
Appointments News
Randhir Singh Elected as First Indian President of the Olympic Council of Asia
- On September 8, 2024, Randhir Singh, a prominent figure in sports administration, became the first Indian to be elected as the President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
- His appointment took place during the 44th General Assembly of the OCA in New Delhi, marking a historic moment for India in Asian sports.
Awards News
Swachh Vayu Survekshan Awards 2024 Presented by Bhupender Yadav and Rajasthan CM
- In observance of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies on September 7, 2024, a special event was held in Jaipur.
- Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma led the ceremony.
- Several other dignitaries, including Rajasthan’s Environment Minister Sanjay Sharma and Urban Development Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra, were also present at the event.
Sports News
Moeen Ali Announces Retirement from International Cricket
- England all-rounder Moeen Ali has officially retired from international cricket.
- His decision came after his omission from England’s white-ball squad for the upcoming series against Australia, signaling the conclusion of his international career.
India Submits Bid for 2030 Youth Olympics, Mandaviya Makes Case at OCA General Assembly
- India’s Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, announced the country’s bid to host the 2030 Youth Olympics during the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on September 8, 2024.
- India will compete with nations like Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina for the hosting rights.
- This bid is seen as a precursor to India’s efforts to host the 2036 Olympics.
Jannik Sinner Triumphs Over Taylor Fritz to Win 2024 US Open
- Jannik Sinner, the world’s top-ranked tennis player, won his second Grand Slam title by defeating Taylor Fritz in a gripping final at the 2024 U.S.
- Open. The victory marked a remarkable comeback for Sinner, who had faced numerous challenges before the tournament.
Important Days
5th UN International Day to Protect Education from Attack Observed in Doha
- The fifth observance of the UN International Day to Protect Education from Attack will take place on September 9, 2024, in Doha, Qatar.
- The event will be held at the QNCC Auditorium 3 and will feature a high-level panel discussion led by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Education Above All Foundation and UN SDG Advocate.
