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24 November 2024 current affairs

National News

  1. India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) Surges: India’s CPI or retail inflation rate surged to 6.2% in October 2024, driven by a rise in food prices.
  2. Andhra Pradesh Reverses Two-Child Policy: Andhra Pradesh reversed its two-child policy due to concerns about a rapidly ageing population and declining fertility rate.
  3. Rare Peacock Rescued in Tamil Nadu: A rare peacock with white feathers, caused by leucism, was rescued by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department and an NGO.

International News

  1. UK to Relaunch FTA Negotiations with India: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the resumption of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with India in early 2025.
  2. UN Resolution on Crimes Against Humanity: A crucial committee within the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly adopted a resolution setting the stage for negotiations on the first-ever treaty aimed at preventing and punishing crimes against humanity.

State News

  1. Tamil Nadu’s AI Mission: Tamil Nadu announced the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) with an AI lab to foster research, development, and support startups and academic institutions.
  2. Bihar to Host Khelo India Youth Games: Bihar will host the prestigious Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) and the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) in April 2025.

Business News

  1. SEBI Removes 1% Mandatory Security Deposit Requirement: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) abolished the mandatory requirement for companies to deposit 1% of the issue size with stock exchanges before launching a public issue.

Environmental News

  1. Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi’s air pollution crisis worsened, with high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and other pollutants creating severe health and environmental issues.

Cultural News

  1. Bali Celebrates Hindu Festival of Gratitude: Bali celebrated the Ngusaba Goreng, a two-week-long Thanksgiving festival celebrating a rich harvest.

Sports News

  1. India vs. Australia 3rd ODI: India defeated Australia by 21 runs in the 3rd ODI match, clinching the series 2-1.

Political News

  1. Rio G20 Summit Declaration: The G20 Rio Summit Declaration focused on building a just world and a sustainable planet.

Economy News

  1. India’s GDP Growth: India’s GDP growth rate was projected at 7% for 2024, making it the fastest-growing economy among G20 countries.

Appointments & Resignations

  1. K Sanjay Murthy Appointed as CAG: K Sanjay Murthy was appointed as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India.

Infrastructure News

  1. China’s Megaport in Peru: China unveiled a $1.3 billion megaport in Chancay, Peru, aimed at boosting regional trade.

Weather News

  1. Tropical Storm Sara: Tropical Storm Sara made landfall in northern Honduras, bringing heavy rain and flooding.

Education News

  1. University of Wollongong Opens India Campus: Australia’s University of Wollongong inaugurated its India campus at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gandhinagar.

Cultural Events

  1. Bodoland Mohotsav: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first-ever Bodoland Mohotsav in Delhi.

Health News

  1. World Diabetes Day: Various initiatives and campaigns were launched to raise awareness about diabetes and promote healthy living.

Technology News

  1. AI Preparedness Index 2023-24: The global AI market is expected to grow significantly, reshaping labor markets and industries.

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