National News
India’s First Constitution Museum Inaugurated at O.P. Jindal University
1. Who inaugurated India’s first Constitution Museum at O.P. Jindal Global University? answer: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
2. Where is India’s first Constitution Museum located? answer: Sonipat, Haryana
Indian Army Chief Named Honorary General of Nepali Army
3. Who was recently conferred with the title of Honorary General of the Nepal Army? answer: General Upendra Dwivedi
4. Who presented the title of Honorary General to the Indian Army Chief? answer: President of Nepal, Ramchandra Paudel
International News
Kenya Cancels Airport and Energy Deals with Indian Tycoon Gautam Adani Amid U.S. Bribery Charges
5. Which country canceled multimillion-dollar deals with Gautam Adani? answer: Kenya
6. What were the reasons for the cancellation of deals with Gautam Adani? answer: Concerns over bribery and fraud allegations
State News
Tamil Nadu’s AI Mission: Centre of Excellence to Boost Startups and Academia
7. Which state announced the establishment of a Centre of Excellence with an AI lab? answer: Tamil Nadu
8. At which event was Tamil Nadu’s AI initiative announced? answer: The Hindu AI Summit 2024
Bihar to Host Khelo India Youth Games and Para Games in 2025
9. Which state will host the Khelo India Youth Games and Para Games in 2025? answer: Bihar
10. Who announced Bihar’s hosting of the Khelo India Youth Games and Para Games? answer: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
Karimganj District Gets New Name Sribhumi, Says CM Sarma
11. Which district in Assam was officially renamed to Sribhumi? answer: Karimganj
12. Who authorized the renaming of Karimganj district to Sribhumi? answer: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Summits and Conferences News
Armenia Becomes 104th Full Member of International Solar Alliance
13. Which country became the 104th full member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA)? answer: Armenia
14. When was the International Solar Alliance (ISA) established? answer: 2015
India Hosts First Global Cooperative Conference in 130 Years
15. Where will the ICA Global Cooperative Conference be held in November 2024? answer: New Delhi, India
16. Who will launch the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives 2025 during the ICA conference? answer: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Banking News
SEBI Abolishes 1% Security Deposit Mandate for Public Issues
17. Which regulatory body abolished the 1% security deposit mandate for public issues? answer: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
18. What was the purpose of the 1% security deposit mandate for public issues? answer: To act as a safeguard for resolving investor complaints post-issue
DPIIT Approves Hinduja Group’s IIHL Acquisition of Reliance Capital
19. Which department approved the acquisition of Reliance Capital by IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL)? answer: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
20. What is the value of the acquisition deal for Reliance Capital by IIHL? answer: ₹10,000 crore
Agreements News
Tata Power Signs Historic $4.25B Agreement with ADB
21. Which company signed a $4.25 billion MoU with the Asian Development Bank (ADB)? answer: Tata Power
22. What is the purpose of Tata Power’s agreement with ADB? answer: To finance various clean energy projects in India
Important Days News
National Philosophy Day 2024, Date, History, Theme and Significance
23. When is National Philosophy Day (World Philosophy Day) celebrated in 2024? answer: 21st November
24. Which organization established World Philosophy Day? answer: UNESCO
World Television Day 2024, Celebrating the Power of Television
25. When is World Television Day celebrated? answer: 21st November
26. What is the main purpose of celebrating World Television Day? answer: To highlight the role of television as a vital medium of communication and its impact on global awareness and social development
Sports News
Eden Gardens to Honour Jhulan Goswami with Stand
27. Which cricketer will be honored with a stand named after her at Eden Gardens? answer: Jhulan Goswami
28. When will the official unveiling of the stand named after Jhulan Goswami take place? answer: January 22, 2025
Alistair Brownlee Retires: A Triathlon Legend Bids Farewell
29. Which sport did Alistair Brownlee excel in? answer: Triathlon
30. How many Olympic gold medals did Alistair Brownlee win in his career? answer: Two*
Italy Clinches Fifth Billie Jean King Cup Title with Paolini’s Dominance
31. Which country won the Billie Jean King Cup title on November 20, 2024? answer: Italy
32. Who sealed the victory for Italy in the Billie Jean King Cup final? answer: Jasmine Paolini*
Obituaries News
Former Supreme Court Judge Justice HS Bedi Passes Away at 78
33. At what age did Justice Harjit Singh Bedi pass away? answer: 78*
34. Which former Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court passed away recently? answer: Justice Harjit Singh Bedi*
22nd November Current Affairs 2024
National News
India’s First Constitution Museum Opens at O.P. Jindal University
The first Constitution Museum in India was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on November 23, 2024, at O.P. Jindal Global University in Sonipat, Haryana. This initiative, launched alongside the National Convention on the Constitution of India, celebrates the 75-year journey of the Constitution and honors its creators, aiming to improve public understanding of its significance.
Indian Army Chief Receives Honorary Title from Nepal
General Upendra Dwivedi, the Indian Army Chief, was honored with the title of Honorary General of the Nepal Army by Nepal’s President, Ramchandra Paudel. This tradition underscores the strong historical, cultural, and military bonds between the two nations.
International News
Kenya Cancels Deals with Gautam Adani Amid Bribery Allegations
Kenyan President William Ruto announced the termination of agreements with Indian tycoon Gautam Adani due to U.S. bribery charges linked to a solar energy project. These deals had sparked public criticism in Kenya for potentially undermining workers’ rights.
State News
Tamil Nadu to Establish AI Centre of Excellence
Tamil Nadu announced plans to set up a Centre of Excellence in AI at The Hindu AI Summit 2024. The initiative aims to advance research and development while supporting startups and academic institutions, integrating AI into healthcare, agriculture, and governance.
Bihar to Host Khelo India Games in 2025
Bihar is set to host the Khelo India Youth Games and Para Games in April 2025, following its successful organization of the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy. The announcement highlights Bihar’s growing prominence in the sports domain.
Karimganj Renamed Sribhumi
The Assam government renamed Karimganj district to Sribhumi, including its headquarters town, on November 21, 2024. This decision honors the region’s cultural and historical significance, fulfilling a long-standing local demand.
Summits and Conferences
Armenia Joins International Solar Alliance
Armenia became the 104th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), emphasizing its commitment to sustainable energy. The ISA aims to accelerate global solar energy adoption and innovation.
India to Host First Global Cooperative Conference
For the first time in its 130-year history, the International Cooperative Alliance’s Global Cooperative Conference will take place in New Delhi from November 25 to 30, 2024. The event will also launch the UN’s International Year of Cooperatives 2025.
Banking News
SEBI Eliminates 1% Security Deposit Requirement
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has removed the mandate for companies to deposit 1% of their issue size with stock exchanges before public offerings, simplifying market regulations.
DPIIT Approves Hinduja Group’s Acquisition of Reliance Capital
The DPIIT approved the ₹10,000-crore acquisition of Reliance Capital by IndusInd International Holdings, resolving significant financial challenges for the debt-laden company.
Agreements News
Tata Power Signs $4.25 Billion Deal with ADB
Tata Power partnered with the Asian Development Bank for clean energy projects worth $4.25 billion. The collaboration supports renewable energy goals and infrastructure development in India.
Important Days News
National Philosophy Day 2024
Observed on November 21, National Philosophy Day highlights the importance of philosophy in fostering critical discourse and addressing global challenges.
World Television Day 2024
Celebrated annually on November 21, this day acknowledges the impact of television as a medium for communication, education, and social change.
Sports News
Jhulan Goswami Honored at Eden Gardens
A stand at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens will be renamed in honor of cricket legend Jhulan Goswami, recognizing her contributions to women’s cricket.
Triathlon Legend Alistair Brownlee Retires
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Alistair Brownlee announced his retirement, leaving a legacy that inspired a new generation of athletes.
Italy Wins Billie Jean King Cup 2024
Italy secured its fifth Billie Jean King Cup title by defeating Slovakia in the final, with dominant performances by Jasmine Paolini and Lucia Bronzetti.
Obituaries
Former Supreme Court Judge Justice HS Bedi Passes Away
Justice Harjit Singh Bedi, a former Supreme Court judge, passed away at 78. He was known for his pivotal role in investigating alleged fake encounters in Gujarat.
John Prescott, Former UK Deputy PM, Dies at 86
John Prescott, the former Deputy Prime Minister of Britain, passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of political service.
