Daily Current Affairs 30th July 2023: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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This post contains important current affairs of 30th July 2023. It includes all Major National, International, Business and Sports related current affairs of 30th July 2023. A brief explanation of every current affair is provided to further enhance your general knowledge. Once you have gone through these current affairs we would recommend to you to try 30th July 2023 Current affairs test.
Science & Technology
1. PSLVC56 Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle’s Expedition
- The Indian Space Research Organisation launched the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, PSLVC56, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
- The main satellite of this launch, DSSAR, leverages Syntheticaperture radar (SAR) technology to generate two or threedimensional visuals.
- The mission aims to meet the imaging demands of Singapore’s governmental bodies and ST Engineering’s business clientele.
Books & Authors
2. Release of ‘Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die’
- The book titled ‘Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die’ was launched in Rameshwaram by Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, in July 2023.
- The book explores India’s trajectory in rocketry, its scientific progress, and Dr. Kalam’s insights and experiences in the Indian political and bureaucratic realm.
- Additionally, Amit Shah made a visit to the house and museum devoted to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
National Affairs
4. Launch of Corporate Debt Market Development Fund (CDMDF)
- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Corporate Debt Market Development Fund (CDMDF) and initiated the AMC Repo Clearing Limited (ARCL) muhurat trading.
- The initiative is aimed at enhancing the depth of the corporate debt markets.
- ARCL’s main goal is to guarantee settlement in the repo market, thus eliminating the need for bilateral counterparty exposure limits.
5. 20th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Conference
- Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, inaugurated the 20th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s annual conference for the India Region in July 2023.
- Main discussions centered on managing natural disasters, particularly in the northeast region.
- There was a strong emphasis on the merits of regional cooperation and the Act East policy for economic and societal growth in the North East.
Sports
6. Indian Women’s Hockey Team Triumph
- The Indian women’s hockey team secured a win at the 100th Anniversary Spanish Hockey Federation International Tournament in Terrassa by defeating Spain with a score of 3-0.
- Lalremsiami emerged as the star player, scoring three goals for India.
- With this victory, India led the tournament leaderboard with five points from three matches, followed by Spain and England with four points each.
Important Dates
7. World Hepatitis Day 2023
- World Hepatitis Day, which seeks to raise awareness about the global health implications of viral hepatitis, is celebrated on July 28 annually.
- The theme for 2023 is ‘One life, one liver’ focusing on prevention, testing, treatment, and showing support to hepatitis patients.
8. World Day against Trafficking 2023
- World Day against Trafficking is commemorated on July 30 to spotlight global human trafficking trends as recognized by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
- The theme for 2023, ‘Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind’, urges global efforts to combat trafficking and support its victims.
9. Financial Agreement with Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- The Indian government entered into a $200 million financial agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to bolster financing in Rajasthan.
- The primary objective is to enhance water supply, sanitation, and urban resilience across several towns.
- This support also includes the establishment of water facilities to boost urban resilience and emphasize heritage-sensitive growth in eight specific towns.
State Affairs
10. Introduction of “MP State Esports Academy”
- Madhya Pradesh is set to launch its inaugural online gaming institution, “MP State Esports Academy.”
- This initiative aims to provide budding esports enthusiasts a stage to hone their talents to a professional standard.
- The academy intends to train and shape future gaming and esports professionals. A major portion (80%) of seats will be reserved for players from Madhya Pradesh, while the remaining seats will be open for gamers from all over India.
