Daily Current Affairs 30th July, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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This post contains important current affairs of 30th July, 2024. It includes all Major National, International, Business and Sports related current affairs of 30th July, 2024. 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, 2024 Current affairs test.
National News
4th Anniversary of NEP 2020 Celebrated at Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam 2024
- The Ministry of Education marked the fourth anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 at the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS) 2024, held at the Manekshaw Centre Auditorium in New Delhi.
- This event saw the participation of prominent ministers, officials, academicians, and students. Highlights included the release of books and lecture notes by the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division.
- The celebration also featured the introduction of significant new initiatives and several thematic sessions on various topics related to NEP 2020.
Department Of Atomic Energy Inaugurates ‘One DAE One Subscription’
- On July 29, the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) inaugurated the ‘One DAE One Subscription’ (ODOS) at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai.
- ODOS is an innovative initiative that brings together all units and subunits of DAE (about 60) under a single umbrella for accessing national and international research papers and scientific journals.
628 Tigers Die In India During The Past Five Years
- Government data reveals that India lost 628 tigers over the past five years due to natural causes and other reasons, including poaching. Additionally, 349 people were killed in tiger attacks during this period, with Maharashtra recording 200 of these deaths.
India’s Anti-Dumping and Tariff Measures in 2023
- In 2023, India saw a notable reduction in average tariffs, which decreased from 18.1% in 2022 to 17%, according to the WTO report.
- Despite the decrease in tariffs, India increased its use of non-tariff measures and remained one of the top countries in initiating and imposing anti-dumping duties, second only to the US.
International News
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro Becomes President For Third Time
- The National Electoral Council (CNE) of Venezuela announced on July 29 that Nicolas Maduro has won the presidential election for a third time, securing his position to govern the country from 2025 to 2031.
Ranks and Reports News
Indian Destinations on TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2024’
- TIME magazine has recognized three Indian destinations in its ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2024’ list.
- These include the Museum of Solutions (MuSo), a unique children’s museum in Mumbai; Manam Chocolate, a factory in Hyderabad; and NAAR, a restaurant in Himachal Pradesh.
- These places are celebrated for offering fresh and unique experiences.
Banking News
RBI’s 5th Cohort Regulatory Sandbox
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has selected five entities for the test phase of its fifth cohort of the regulatory sandbox, which is theme-neutral.
- This follows the receipt of 22 applications.
- The selected entities are Connectingdot Consultancy, Epifi Technologies, Finagg Technologies, Indian Banks’ Digital Infrastructure Company (IBDIC), and Signzy Technologies.
Business News
Amazon Pay, Adyen, and BillDesk Obtain RBI Cross-Border Payment License
- Amazon Pay, Adyen, and BillDesk have received the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) cross-border payment aggregator license.
- They follow Bengaluru-based Cashfree, which secured the license earlier on July 22.
- Adyen and Amazon Pay received their licenses on July 25, and BillDesk on July 29.
Awards News
CWC Wins GEEF Global WaterTech Award 2024
- The Central Water Commission (CWC) has been awarded the GEEF Global WaterTech Award in the category ‘Water Department of the Year’ at the Global Water Tech Summit – 2024.
- The event was organized by the Global Energy and Environment Foundation (GEEF) in New Delhi.
Sports News
India to Host 2025 Men’s Asia Cup in T20 Format
- The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced that India will host the 2025 Men’s Asia Cup cricket tournament, which will be played in the T20 format.
- This event will serve as a precursor to the T20 World Cup scheduled to be held in India in 2026.
Historic Bronze Win for Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh at Paris Olympics
- Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh won a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the Paris Olympics.
- They defeated South Korea’s Oh Ye Jin and Lee Wonho.
- This marks Manu Bhaker’s second bronze medal at these Games, making her the first Indian to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics since Independence.
Schemes News
Launch of Ideas4LiFE Portal by Shri Bhupender Yadav
- Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, launched the Ideas4LiFE portal at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi.
- The portal aims to collect innovative ideas for products and services that support environment-friendly lifestyles.
- Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, and other dignitaries also attended the event.
Science and Technology News
SpaceX And NASA Set Crew-9 Launch For August 18
- SpaceX and NASA announced on July 26 that they plan to launch the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) no earlier than August 18.
- This announcement follows the Federal Aviation Administration’s clearance of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, which had been grounded due to a rare mid-flight failure earlier in the month.
Books and Authors News
Breaking Rocks and Barriers: The Adventurous Life of Sudipta Sengupta
- A new book titled “Breaking Rocks and Barriers” explores the life of Sudipta Sengupta, a notable Indian geologist and mountaineer.
- Scheduled for release on July 24 by HarperCollins India, the book provides an engaging look at her remarkable achievements.
Important Days
International Day of Friendship 2024: Date, Theme, and Significance
- The International Day of Friendship is celebrated annually on July 30. In 2024, this day will continue to emphasize the importance of friendship in promoting global peace and understanding.
- While the specific theme for 2024 has not been announced yet, the day consistently focuses on fostering friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals.
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2024
- Observed on July 30, the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons raises awareness about the fight against human trafficking.
- The theme for 2024, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” highlights the need to protect children, one of the most vulnerable groups in society.
World Nature Conservation Day 2024: Date, Theme, and History
- World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on July 28. This global event underscores the importance of preserving natural resources and protecting ecosystems.
- The 2024 observance focuses on innovative approaches to conservation in the digital age.
