Current affairs today July 10

Current affairs today July 10

Gagan Narang Appointed Chef-De-Mission for Paris 2024 Olympics: Four-time Olympian and 2012 Olympic bronze medalist Gagan Narang has been named India’s Chef-De-Mission for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Current affairs today July-10

1. India and Russia Set $100 Billion Trade Target by 2030: India and Russia aim to boost their bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, focusing on economic cooperation in sectors such as energy, trade, manufacturing, and fertilizers. Discussions also covered balancing trade, reducing non-tariff barriers, and exploring a Free Trade Area with the Eurasian Economic Union.
2. Azerbaijan Participates in Birlestik-2024 Exercise in Kazakhstan: Azerbaijani servicemen have arrived in Kazakhstan to join the “Birlestik-2024” operational-tactical command-staff exercise. This joint military drill, held from July 11 to July 17, takes place at the Oymasha training ground and Cape Tokmak in the Caspian Sea, involving the Defense Ministries of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
3. China Leads Global Zinc Production: China remains the world’s top producer of zinc, with an annual output of 4.2 million metric tonnes. The country’s dominance is attributed to its vast reserves, advanced mining technologies, and strong industrial infrastructure, which not only meet domestic demand but also influence global zinc market dynamics and prices⁷⁸.
4. Adani Group Sponsors Indian Contingent for Paris 2024 Olympics: Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, has announced that the conglomerate will be the principal sponsor of the Indian team for the 2024 Paris Olympics⁹¹⁰.
5. CSIR and MSSRF Sign MoU to Enhance Livelihoods: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve livelihood opportunities for rural, tribal, and farming communities in India. This collaboration will leverage CSIR’s technological innovations and MSSRF’s grassroots outreach to empower marginalized groups.

Objectives of the MoU:

5. CSIR will transfer affordable and impactful technologies developed in its laboratories to groups selected by MSSRF, including SHGs, NGOs, and FPOs.
6. These technologies will focus on sectors crucial to rural development such as agriculture, nutrition, and healthcare.
7. Uttar Pradesh Launches ‘Mitra Van’ Initiative: The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has launched the ‘Mitra Van’ (Friendship Forest) initiative as part of the Vriksharopan Jan Abhiyan-2024. This project aims to increase greenery along the state’s borders, including its international border with Nepal.

Project Overview:

6. Objectives:
   • Increase green cover along state and international borders.
   • Promote environmental cooperation with neighboring states and Nepal.
   • Involve dignitaries from other states in the plantation drive.
7. Implementation:
   • 35 forest divisions selected for ‘Mitra Van’ establishment.
   • Plantation drive to commence on July 20, 2024.
   • Forest department coordinating with neighboring states and Nepal.
8. Satyanarayan Goel Reappointed as Chairman and MD of IEX: The board of Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) has approved the reappointment of Satyanarayan Goel as its Chairman and Managing Director for a three-year term starting August 10, 2024.
9. India to Have Two Flag Bearers at Paris 2024 Olympics: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has announced that India will continue the tradition of having two flag bearers for the Paris 2024 Olympics, following the precedent set at Tokyo 2020. This decision aligns with the International Olympic Committee’s push for gender equality in sports.
10. Govind Singh Reappointed as MD and CEO of Utkarsh SFB: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the reappointment of Govind Singh as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank (Utkarsh SFB). His new term will commence on September 21, 2024, and will last for three years.

Current affairs today July 10

10.Prof. Soumya Swaminathan Appointed Principal Adviser for TB Elimination: Prof. (Dr.) Soumya Swaminathan has been appointed as the Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme at the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. This significant appointment highlights the Indian government’s dedication to eradicating tuberculosis as a public health threat¹².

11. Jasprit Bumrah Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for June: Jasprit Bumrah, a key player in India’s victorious T20 World Cup campaign, has earned another accolade by being named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for June. This recognition further solidifies his status as one of cricket’s top fast bowlers³⁴.
12. Ministry of Minority Affairs Takes Over Haj Committee: The government has designated the Ministry of Minority Affairs as the new nodal ministry for the Haj Committee, replacing the Ministry of External Affairs. This change involves new rules and the nomination of officers from various ministries to the committee⁵.
13. BSF and SBI Collaborate for Tree Plantation Drive: The Border Security Force (BSF), in partnership with the State Bank of India (SBI), organized the “Grow with the Trees” plantation drive at the BSF Headquarters in Srinagar. The initiative aimed to enhance the green cover and promote the importance of tree planting, involving BSF officials, jawans, SBI representatives, and school children⁶⁷.