Daily Current Affairs 30th November 2023: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
1. Rescue of Workers from Uttarakhand Tunnel
- Smriti Zubin Irani, the Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs, introduced the Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children at Vigyan Bhawan.
- The program aims to improve the welfare of Divyang children and was attended by officials, experts, and stakeholders.
- Smt. Irani emphasized the support provided to over 4.37 crore children through meals, ECCE, take-home rations for younger children, and health monitoring for over 8 crore children.
2. Nepal’s Landmark in Same-Sex Marriage
- Nepal, which adopted a constitution in 2015 prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation, has become the first South Asian country to officially register a same-sex marriage.
- This historic marriage occurred in Lamjung district between Maya Gurung, 35, and Surendra Pandey, 27.
- Nepal’s Supreme Court had previously supported same-sex marriage in 2007, laying the groundwork for this development.
3. Inauguration of Luxury Cruise in Kerala
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari virtually inaugurated the luxury cruise vessel ‘Classic Imperial’ in Kochi, boosting the region’s cruise tourism.
- The vessel, developed by entrepreneur Nishith K. John, is the largest of its kind in Kerala, accommodating 150 people.
- Built to high safety standards, ‘Classic Imperial’ focuses on passenger safety and comfort.
4. Indian Navy’s MAHASAGAR Initiative
- The Indian Navy launched MAHASAGAR, a virtual interaction for maritime heads, to promote security and growth in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
- The event included naval and maritime agency heads from various countries around the IOR.
- Discussions at MAHASAGAR centered on collaborative efforts against challenges in the IOR.
5. U.S. Pension Fund’s Impact on Indian Equities
- The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB), a major U.S. pension fund, plans to switch indexes, potentially bringing a $4 billion investment into Indian equities.
- This move is part of a global $28 billion equity reshuffle.
- The shift to a new MSCI index could significantly increase the weightage of Indian shares in global markets.
6. Adani Power’s Green Initiative at Mundra Plant
- Adani Power Ltd (APL) announced a green ammonia combustion pilot project at its Mundra plant in Gujarat.
- This initiative involves co-firing green ammonia with coal, blending up to 20% green ammonia for the boiler.
- Green ammonia is produced from green hydrogen, aligning with APL’s commitment to sustainability.
7. Observance of Chemical Warfare Victims
- The Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare is observed annually on November 30.
- This UN-designated day honors the victims of chemical warfare and emphasizes the need to eliminate chemical weapons.
- It serves as a reminder of the devastating effects of chemical warfare and the importance of global awareness against such weapons.
8. Key Insights into COP28
- COP28, the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC, is a crucial global summit on climate change.
- Established in 2010, COP28 encourages sharing of decarbonization strategies in various sectors.
- Scheduled in Dubai from November 30 to December 12, 2023, the conference is expected to draw about 70,000 participants.
9. India’s Role in QUAD’s Climate Initiatives at COP28
- At the upcoming COP28 in the UAE, the QUAD alliance, including India, the US, Japan, and Australia, will focus on climate change.
- Holding the QUAD presidency for 2023, India will align its climate efforts with the alliance’s objectives.
- The India Pavilion at COP28 will host discussions under QUAD, emphasizing climate adaptation and sustainable lifestyle promotion.
10. Launch of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
- The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra was launched in South West Garo Hills by the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) at MFC, Ampati.
- This national campaign aims to inform citizens about various central government schemes and programs.
- The Yatra’s goal is to increase awareness of welfare schemes, involving citizens in the dissemination and enrollment process.
11. Approval of Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
- The Union Cabinet approved the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PMJANMAN) to support Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
- The initiative involves 11 interventions across nine ministries, including the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
- A key role is played by the Ministry of Ayush in establishing Ayush Wellness Centres in PVTG habitations.
12. Extension of PMGKAY Scheme
- The Indian government extended the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) for five more years.
- The scheme provides 5 kg of free foodgrains per month to 81.35 crore poor citizens.
- The extension, costing approximately ₹11.80 lakh crore, will start from January 1, 2024.
13. Recognition of Abdullahi Mire’s Humanitarian Work
- Abdullahi Mire, a Somali refugee, won the 2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award for his contributions to education for displaced children.
- Mire has distributed over 100,000 books to displaced children in Kenya.
- The award includes a commemorative medal and a USD 100,000 prize.
14. India’s First Woman Aide-De-Camp
- Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi has been appointed as India’s first Woman Aide-De-Camp (ADC) from the Indian Armed Forces by Mizoram Governor.
- Squadron Leader Padhi, from the 2015 batch of the Indian Air Force, brings extensive experience to her new role.
- She has previously served in various capacities at Air Force stations in Bidar, Pune, and Bhatinda.
15. New Leadership at Rural Marketing Association of India
- Puneet Vidyarthi was appointed as the President of the Rural Marketing Association of India (RMAI) for the 2023-2025 term.
- He succeeds Biswabaran Chakrabarti and brings experience from his role at JCB India Ltd.
- Vidyarthi’s appointment was announced at RMAI’s 18th Annual General Meeting.
16. Hockey Punjab’s Championship Victory
- Hockey Punjab won the 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
- They defeated Hockey Haryana in a closely contested final.
- Hockey Punjab’s victory marks their fourth title in the tournament’s history.
17. Railways’ Safety Upgrade with ‘Kavach’
- Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans to upgrade the indigenous anti-collision system, Kavach, to LTE technology.
- Kavach is currently deployed over 1,465 route kilometers, with plans to cover an additional 3,000 kilometers.
- The next-generation Kavach will enhance safety and efficiency across the railway network.
