Daily Current Affairs 1st Aug, 2024

Daily Current Affairs 1st Aug, 2024

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National News

Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Bihar Seek Special Financial Packages from the Centre
The states request financial support for infrastructure, irrigation, and social welfare from the Central Government.

IIT Mandi Establishes BioNEST-IIT Mandi Catalyst Centre for Biotechnology and Healthcare
IIT Mandi launches a BIRAC-sponsored centre with Rs 5 crore funding to support biotech and healthcare startups.

Banking & Finance News

SEBI Considers Measures to Curb Retail Trading Surge in Futures and Options
SEBI proposes measures to reduce speculative trading in index derivatives by revising contract sizes and expiries.

SIDBI Collaborates with C2treds and UGRO Capital to Boost MSME Loan Accessibility
SIDBI partners with C2treds and UGRO Capital to provide quick liquidity to MSMEs via online bidding.

SEBI Launches AI Chatbot Service ‘Seva’ for Investors
SEBI introduces ‘Seva,’ an AI chatbot for investor protection with accessibility features.

One 97 Communications Unveils India’s First Paytm NFC Card Soundbox
Paytm launches an NFC Card Soundbox combining NFC technology with mobile QR payments and audio notifications.

Business News

Indian Oil Corporation’s New Oil Jetty at Kamarajar Port
IOCL is constructing an exclusive oil jetty at Kamarajar Port, expected to be operational by December 2024.

Awards and Honours

MRPL Wins Greentech Pollution Control Award for Circular Economy Leadership
MRPL is recognized for its excellence in waste management and commitment to circular economy principles.

Appointments and Resignations

Preeti Sudan to Assume Role as Union Public Service Commission Chairman
Former Union Health Secretary Preeti Sudan will become the UPSC Chairperson on August 1, 2024.

Anish Dayal Singh Assigned Additional Role as Director General of CISF
CRPF DG Anish Dayal Singh will also serve as DG of CISF.

Sanjay Shukla Takes Over as Managing Director of National Housing Bank
Sanjay Shukla is the new Managing Director of the National Housing Bank.

MoUs and Agreements

RITES Signs MoU with NHAI for Consultancy Services in Infrastructure Projects
RITES partners with NHAI to enhance infrastructure project quality and safety.

Sports News

National Basketball Academy in Collaboration with Corvuss American Academy
The Basketball Federation of India partners with Corvuss American Academy to establish a national basketball academy in Mumbai.