Daily Current Affairs September 9, 2024 Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update) for :
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National News
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Commemorates the Legacy of Mumbai Samachar with the Release of the Documentary “200 Not Out”
Shri Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, presided over a significant event in Mumbai, Maharashtra, which commemorated the release of the “200 Not Out” documentary, which documents the illustrious voyage of Mumbai Samachar, Asia’s oldest newspaper. The newspaper’s enduring legacy and its role in shaping India’s journalistic landscape were underscored by the ceremony, which was witnessed by dignitaries such as Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde.
Current Events on a Global
Michel Barnier Appointed by Macron to serve as the new Prime Minister of France
On September 5, 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron made a significant political decision by appointing Michel Barnier, the erstwhile EU Brexit negotiator, as France’s new Prime Minister. This appointment represents a critical juncture in France’s ongoing endeavors to establish a stable government, following a protracted period of political uncertainty.
Algerian President Tebboune Secures His Second Term with 95% of the Vote
The electoral authority of Algeria, ANIE, has announced that President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been re-elected for a second term with 95% of the vote. According to the official results, Tebboune secured 94.65% of the vote, while his opponents, Youcef Aouchiche and Abdelaali Hassani Cherif, secured 3% and 2%, respectively. More than 24 million Algerians were enrolled to vote, resulting in a reported 48% voter turnout.
Tower Semiconductor of Israel and Adani’s $10 billion chip project in India
Tower Semiconductor of Israel and Adani Group of India are preparing to invest 839.47 billion rupees ($10 billion) in a semiconductor manufacturing project in Maharashtra. The initiative underscores India’s efforts to establish itself as a global center for chip production, despite the fact that it has faced numerous obstacles, including Foxconn’s withdrawal from a $19.5 billion joint venture with Vedanta and the stalled plans of ISMC to invest $3 billion.
News Regarding Appointments
Tuhin Kanta Pandey has been appointed as the new finance secretary.
Tuhin Kanta Pandey, an IAS officer from the Odisha cadre with a 1987 cohort, has been appointed as the new Finance Secretary by the Indian government. Following the appointment of T.V. Somanathan as the Cabinet Secretary, which resulted in a vacancy for the finance position, this decision was made on September 7, 2024. Pandey, who was previously the Secretary of the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), will now be responsible for the oversight of India’s financial policies and decisions.
Arun Goel has been appointed as the Ambassador of India to Croatia.
Raj Kumar Srivastava has been succeeded by Arun Goel as India’s next Ambassador to Croatia. On September 7, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs disclosed his new position. Goel, a retired 1985-batch IAS officer from the Punjab cadre, was the Election Commissioner of India from November 21, 2022, to March 9, 2024.
State Mission Director of NHM has been appointed as Vinay Goyal.
Dr. Vinay Goyal has been appointed as the State Mission Director for the National Health Mission (NHM). He succeeds K. Jeevan Babu, who has assumed the role of Managing Director at the Kerala Water Authority. In addition to serving as the Director of the Kerala State IT Mission and the Project Director at eHealth Kerala, Dr. Goyal is an IAS officer from the 2016 cohort. He intends to enhance Kerala’s digital and health infrastructure in his new positions.
Banking News
The third edition of the Asha Scholarship Program has been launched by the SBI Foundation.
The third iteration of the SBI Asha Scholarship Programme, the flagship initiative of the State Bank of India (SBI) Foundation, has been unveiled. The objective of this ambitious initiative is to provide considerable financial support to 10,000 talented students from underprivileged backgrounds throughout India, enabling them to pursue their educational aspirations.
News Regarding Appointments
Randhir Singh is elected as the inaugural Indian President of the Olympic Council of Asia.
Randhir Singh, a seasoned sports administrator, was elected as the president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on September 8, 2024, marking a significant event in the history of Asian sports. This historic occurrence occurred in New Delhi during the 44th General Assembly of the continental body, and it represents the first time an Indian has been appointed to this esteemed position.
Awards News
Swachh Vayu Survekshan Award 2024 Delivered by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan and Bhupender Yadav
On September 7, 2024, Jaipur commemorated the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (Swachh Vayu Diwas). The ceremony was presided over by Bhupender Yadav, the Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, and Bhajan Lal Sharma, the Chief Minister of Rajasthan. Sanjay Sharma, the Minister of State for Environment in Rajasthan, and Jhabar Singh Kharra, the Minister of Urban Development, were among the prominent dignitaries.
Sports News
Moeen Ali Announces Retirement from International Cricket
Moeen Ali, the versatile all-rounder for England, has formally declared his retirement from international cricket. This decision marks the conclusion of an epoch in English cricket, following his exclusion from the forthcoming white-ball series against Australia.
Mandaviya Addresses the OCA General Assembly as India Bids for the 2030 Youth Olympics
India’s bid for the 2030 Youth Olympics was proclaimed by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, during his speech at the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on September 8, 2024. India will vie for the hosting rights against Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. This proposal is perceived as a precursor to India’s aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics.
Jannik Sinner emerges victorious at the 2024 US Open, defeating Taylor Fritz.
In a riveting final, Jannik Sinner, the world’s top-ranked tennis player, secured his second Grand Slam title by defeating Taylor Fritz at the U.S. Open. Sinner’s triumph was a remarkable turnaround, as she encountered substantial obstacles prior to the tournament.
Important Dates 5th– UN International Day to Protect Education from Attack
In Doha, Qatar, the fifth commemoration of the United Nations International Day to Protect Education from Attack is scheduled for September 9, 2024. The QNCC Auditorium 3 will host this critical event, which will include a High-Level Panel moderated by Her Highness. Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, the Chairperson of the Education Above All Foundation and a UN SDG Advocate.
Daily Current Affairs September 9, 2024 -MCQ
1. Which Union Minister commemorated the legacy of Mumbai Samachar with the release of the documentary “200 Not Out”?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah
2. Who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of France in September 2024?
Michel Barnier
3. What percentage of the vote did Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune secure in his re-election?
95%
4. Which two entities are involved in the $10 billion semiconductor manufacturing project in Maharashtra, India?
Tower Semiconductor of Israel and Adani Group of India
5. Who has been appointed as the new Finance Secretary of India in September 2024?
Tuhin Kanta Pandey
6. Who is the new Ambassador of India to Croatia, appointed in September 2024?
Arun Goel
7. Who has been appointed as the State Mission Director of the National Health Mission (NHM) in Kerala?
Dr. Vinay Goyal
8. What is the purpose of the third edition of the Asha Scholarship Program launched by the SBI Foundation?
To provide financial support to 10,000 talented students from underprivileged backgrounds in India
9. Who was elected as the first Indian President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) in September 2024?
Randhir Singh
10. Which award was presented at the Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2024 event in Jaipur, Rajasthan?
Swachh Vayu Survekshan Award 2024
11. Which England cricket all-rounder announced his retirement from international cricket in September 2024?
Moeen Ali
12. What significant bid did India announce during the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia in 2024?
Bid for the 2030 Youth Olympics
13. Who won the 2024 US Open men’s tennis final by defeating Taylor Fritz?
Jannik Sinner
14. On which date is the UN International Day to Protect Education from Attack observed?
September 9
15. Where is the 5th commemoration of the UN International Day to Protect Education from Attack being held in 2024?
Doha, Qatar
