Daily Current Affairs 16th July, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
Amit Shah Inaugurates ‘PM College Of Excellence
- On July 14, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, inaugurated the Pradhan Mantri Colleges of Excellence across 55 districts in Madhya Pradesh from Indore.
- The event saw the presence of many dignitaries, including Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav and Union Minister Smt. Savitri Thakur.
All-India Institute of Ayurveda Successfully Hosts ‘Saushrutam 2024’
- The All-India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi successfully concluded its Second National Seminar, SAUSHRUTAM Shalya Sangoshti, on July 15, 2024, celebrating Sushruta Jayanti.
- The three-day event, starting on July 13, honored Sushruta, the father of surgery, with live surgical demonstrations and expert discussions.
BRIC-THSTI Hosts SYNCHN 2024 Industry Meet
- The Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), hosted SYNCHN 2024 on July 14, 2024.
- This event aimed to strengthen academia-industry collaborations in the NCR Biotech Cluster, focusing on advancing biomanufacturing and bio-innovation.
India Launches First National Toll-Free Anti-Narcotics Helpline
- India is set to launch its first national toll-free anti-narcotics helpline, ‘1933’, along with an email service called MANAS (Madak Padarth Nisedh Asuchna Kendra).
- Scheduled for launch by Union Home Minister Amit Shah during the seventh Narco-Coordination Centre meeting on July 18, the helpline aims to provide a 24×7 platform for citizens to report drug-related crimes and seek assistance.
International News
Philippines Selected To Host The Board Of The Fund For Responding To Loss And Damage
- The Philippines has been chosen to host the board of the “Loss and Damage” fund created by U.N. talks, marking progress in providing financial aid to countries recovering from the impact of global warming.
- The World Bank’s board recently approved a plan for the bank to act as interim host of the fund for four years.
Global Conference on Space Research in Busan, South Korea
- The 45th Scientific Assembly of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) commenced in Busan, South Korea.
- Hosted for the first time by South Korea, the conference gathered 3,000 scientists and industry leaders from 60 nations, marking a milestone in space exploration.
States News
Himachal Cabinet Approves Plan To Rationalize Provisions Of Zero Electricity Bill For Domestic Users
- On July 12, the Himachal Pradesh Cabinet approved a plan to rationalize the provisions for zero electricity bills for domestic consumers by restricting the subsidy to ‘one family, one meter’ and linking power connections with ration cards.
Uttarakhand Opens Its First-Ever Bird Gallery In Dehradun
- The research wing of the Uttarakhand Forest Department established the state’s first bird gallery at the Nature Education Centre, Jolly Grant, in Dehradun on July 15.
- The gallery showcases high-resolution images of Uttarakhand’s birds, offering visitors an impressive display of the state’s avian inhabitants.
Mamata Banerjee Reinstates Senior IPS Officer Rajeev Kumar As West Bengal DGP
- On July 15, the West Bengal government reinstated senior IPS officer Rajeev Kumar as the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal.
- Kumar replaces Sanjoy Mukherjee, who was appointed the State’s DGP during the recent Lok Sabha polls by the Election Commission of India.
Economy News
India’s Trade Performance: June 2024 and April-June 2024 Overview
- In June 2024, India’s total exports (merchandise and services combined) were estimated at USD 65.47 billion, marking a 5.40% increase from June 2023.
- Total imports for the month were estimated at USD 73.47 billion, a 6.29% rise compared to the previous year.
- For the April-June 2024 quarter, total exports were estimated at USD 200.33 billion, reflecting an 8.60% growth, while total imports stood at USD 222.89 billion, up 8.47% from the previous year.
- The merchandise trade deficit for the quarter increased to USD 62.26 billion from USD 56.16 billion in April-June 2023.
The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for June 2024
- In June 2024, India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) showed a provisional annual inflation rate of 3.36% compared to June 2023, driven by increased prices in food articles, manufactured food products, crude petroleum & natural gas, mineral oils, and other manufacturing sectors.
- The overall WPI for all commodities rose to 153.9 (base year 2011-12=100), marking a month-on-month increase of 0.39% from May 2024.
Summits and Conferences News
ICC Annual Conference 2024, A Landmark Event for Sri Lankan Cricket
- The International Cricket Council (ICC) will hold its Annual Conference in Sri Lanka from July 19 to 22, 2024.
- This marks the first time the event will be hosted in the Asian region, highlighting the growing importance of Asian cricket on the global stage.
World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2024
- India is hosting the UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting for the first time, alongside the 2024 World Heritage Young Professionals Forum in New Delhi.
- From July 14 to 23, young professionals from around the world will gather to enhance their skills in heritage preservation and sustainable development.
- The forum, organized by the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India, focuses on integrating global heritage concepts with local Indian heritage management.
India To Host 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference On Civil Aviation
- India is set to host the second Asia Pacific ministerial conference on civil aviation on September 11 and 12, with representatives from around 40 countries, including China and Pakistan.
- The Asia Pacific region is a significant contributor to global air traffic, and India is the world’s fastest-growing aviation market.
Sports News
Thomas Muller Retires from International Football
- German football icon Thomas Müller has announced his retirement from international football following the conclusion of Euro 2024.
- This decision ends an illustrious international career spanning over a decade, leaving a significant impact on German and world football.
Schemes News
ICAR To Launch ‘One Scientist, One Product’ Scheme
- The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is set to launch the ‘One Scientist-One Product’ programme on July 16.
- This initiative aims to revolutionize agricultural and animal husbandry research in India, marking a significant milestone in advancing agricultural science and technology.
Important Days
ICAR Foundation and Technology Day 2024
- The 96th Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Foundation and Technology Day is observed on July 16 at the Dr. C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex, New Delhi.
- Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will lead the inauguration.
Miscellaneous News
‘World’s First’ 3D-Printed Electric Abra Begins Trial Voyage In Dubai
- Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial operation of the world’s first electric abra manufactured using 3D printing technology, in collaboration with the private sector.
- The abra, which can carry 20 passengers, was designed and built to retain the traditional abra identity.
