Staying updated with current affairs on 1 July 2024 is crucial for students, offering valuable insights into pressing issues such as politics, economics, and social matters. Regular engagement with these topics not only aids in academic success but also prepares students to become informed and responsible citizens, ready to contribute meaningfully to society.
National Doctor’s Day 2024
India observes National Doctor’s Day annually on July 1st, celebrating and expressing gratitude toward the nation’s medical professionals. This day honors their unwavering dedication, commitment, and tireless efforts to safeguard public health and well-being.
The theme for National Doctor’s Day 2024 is “Healing Hands, Caring Hearts,” emphasizing the compassion and empathy doctors bring to their work. This theme underscores the essential role doctors play in saving lives and improving overall health outcomes.
National Chartered Accountants Day 2024
National Chartered Accountants Day in India, celebrated on July 1st each year, marks the establishment of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 1949. The day holds great significance for the nation’s accounting and finance professionals.
The theme for 2024, “Innovating for a Sustainable Future,” highlights the critical role Chartered Accountants play in promoting sustainable business practices. As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, these professionals are uniquely positioned to integrate sustainable strategies into business operations.
National Postal Worker Day 2024
National Postal Worker Day, celebrated on July 1st in countries like the United States and Canada, acknowledges the vital role postal workers play in maintaining global communication networks. Although India doesn’t officially recognize this day, it remains important to appreciate and recognize the efforts of India Post employees throughout the year.
The theme for National Postal Worker Day 2024 is “Honoring the Backbone of Communication,” highlighting the essential role postal workers play in connecting individuals and businesses worldwide, enabling crucial personal and economic interactions.
Implementation of Three New Criminal Laws
On 1 July 2024, three new criminal laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023—came into force. These laws emphasize the use of technology in investigations, trials, and court proceedings. The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has made 23 functional modifications to the existing Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) application to support these changes.
Bangladesh Navy Signs Contract with India’s GRSE
The Bangladesh Navy signed a contract with India’s Garden Reach Shipbuilding and Engineers (GRSE) on 30 June 2024 for an 800-ton ocean-going tug. This marks GRSE’s second contract with Bangladesh in June, following a $16.6 million deal with the Bangladesh Inland Waterways Transport Authority (BIWTA) to build a dredger.
António Costa: Next President of the European Council
Former Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa has been selected as the next President of the European Council, succeeding Belgium’s Charles Michel. Costa will assume office on October 1, 2024. The President of the European Council is elected by the heads of state or government of the EU member states for a 2.5-year term, renewable once, for a maximum of five years.
Challa Sreenivasalu Setty Appointed as SBI’s 27th Chairman
The Financial Services Institution Bureau (FSIB) has appointed Challa Sreenivasalu Setty as the 27th chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI), succeeding Dinesh Khara, whose term ends in August 2024. Setty was selected over two other contenders, Ashwini Tiwari and Vinay Tonse.
Global India AI Summit 2024
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is organizing the ‘Global IndiaAI Summit’ on July 3rd and 4th, 2024, in New Delhi, reaffirming India’s commitment to the responsible development, deployment, and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).
Key Pillars of the IndiaAI Mission:
- IndiaAI Compute Capacity: Establishing a scalable AI computing ecosystem with over 10,000 GPUs through public-private partnerships.
- IndiaAI Innovation Centre
- IndiaAI Datasets Platform
- IndiaAI Application Development Initiative
- IndiaAI FutureSkills
- IndiaAI Startup Financing
- Safe & Trusted AI
Ravi Agrawal Appointed CBDT Chairman
Ravi Agrawal, an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer of the 1988 batch, has been appointed as the new chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). He succeeds Nitin Gupta, a 1986-batch IRS officer, whose extended tenure ended on June 30.
Shivraj Chouhan Launches Portal for Agriculture Infra Fund Claims
Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has launched a web portal to automate and expedite the settlement of interest subvention claims under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). The newly launched portal, developed in collaboration with NABARD, ensures the timely settlement of claims within a day, promoting efficiency in the AIF scheme.
The AIF scheme, launched by Prime Minister Modi in 2020, aims to develop post-harvest management infrastructure to reduce losses, enable farmers to realize better value, and attract investments in agriculture.