National News
Bengaluru Introduces First Digital Population Clock at ISEC
1. On which date was Bengaluru’s first digital population clock unveiled? answer: November 8
2. Where is Bengaluru’s first digital population clock installed? answer: Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC)
Government Increases Stubble Burning Penalty Following Supreme Court Directive
3. What prompted the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change to double fines for stubble burning? answer: Supreme Court’s criticism of inadequate penalties
4. Which act was deemed insufficient by the Supreme Court, leading to increased fines for stubble burning? answer: Environment Protection Act (EPA) of 1986
ATMOS 2024: Tech Fest at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad
5. On which date did ATMOS 2024 begin? answer: November 8
6. What type of events are included in ATMOS 2024 at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad? answer: Robot Wars, Drone Racing, Hackathons
NTPC Marks 50th Raising Day, Celebrating Five Decades of Growth
7. Which organization celebrated its 50th Raising Day? answer: NTPC Ltd.*
8. Where were the celebrations for NTPC’s 50th Raising Day led by CMD Shri Gurdeep Singh held? answer: Engineering Office Complex in Noida
Government Invites Proposals for Green Hydrogen Excellence Centers
9. Which ministry issued a call for proposals to set up Centers of Excellence under the National Green Hydrogen Mission? answer: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)*
10. On which date was the call for proposals for Green Hydrogen Excellence Centers announced? answer: November 4, 2024*
International News
India Alone in Opposing Pakistan’s UN Arms Control Proposal
11. Which country stood alone in not supporting Pakistan and Syria’s UN resolution on arms control? answer: India*
12. How many votes were in favor of the arms control resolution proposed by Pakistan and Syria? answer: 179 votes*
Business News
India Rises to Second Largest Smartphone Market in Q3 2024
13. By which unit volume did India become the second largest smartphone market globally in Q3 2024? answer: 15.5% of global smartphone shipments*
14. Which country leads in global smartphone shipments by unit volume, ahead of India? answer: China*
Banking News
RBI Enhances KYC Rules for Better Verification and Security
15. How many amendments did the RBI introduce to its KYC Master Directions effective November 6, 2024? answer: Six*
16. What is the main goal of the RBI’s updated KYC rules? answer: To streamline procedures and improve customer onboarding*
Defence News
India, Australia Commence Joint Military Exercise Austrahind in Maharashtra
17. Where is the joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND being held in 2024? answer: Pune, Maharashtra*
18. In which month and year did the previous edition of AUSTRAHIND take place in Australia? answer: December 2023*
Appointment News
Harsha Vardhan Agarwal to Assume FICCI Presidency on Nov 21
19. Who is the President-Elect of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)? answer: Harsha Vardhan Agarwal*
20. On which date will Harsha Vardhan Agarwal assume the role of President of FICCI? answer: November 21, 2024*
Schemes News
JP Nadda Launches Scheme to Strengthen Medical Device Industry
21. Who launched the “Scheme for Strengthening the Medical Device Industry”? answer: Shri JP Nadda*
22. What is the total outlay of the “Scheme for Strengthening the Medical Device Industry”? answer: Rs. 500 Crores*
Sports News
PV Sindhu Lays Foundation for World-Class Badminton Centre in Visakhapatnam
23. On which date did PV Sindhu lay the foundation stone for the badminton centre in Visakhapatnam? answer: November 7*
24. Where is the PV Sindhu Centre for Badminton and Sports Excellence being established? answer: Chinna Gadili village near Visakhapatnam*
Mohammad Nabi to Retire from ODIs After ICC Champions Trophy 2025
25. Which Afghan cricketer announced retirement from ODIs after the ICC Champions Trophy 2025? answer: Mohammad Nabi*
26. In which country will the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy be held? answer: Pakistan*
Important Days
International Week of Science and Peace 2024: 9-15 November
27. From which dates is the International Week of Science and Peace (IWOSP) observed? answer: November 9 to 15*
28. In which year was the International Week of Science and Peace first celebrated? answer: 1986*
World Science Day for Peace and Development 2024
29. On which date is World Science Day for Peace and Development celebrated? answer: November 10*
30. Which organization has been organizing World Science Day for Peace and Development since 2001? answer: UNESCO*
World Adoption Day 2024: Date and Significance
31. On which date is World Adoption Day observed? answer: November 9*
32. What is the primary focus of World Adoption Day? answer: Raising awareness about the transformative impact of adoption*
Uttarakhand Foundation Day: Celebrating History and Heritage
33. What is another name for Uttarakhand Foundation Day? answer: Uttarakhand Diwas*
34. What is Uttarakhand often referred to as, due to its scenic beauty and Hindu pilgrimage sites? answer: Land of the Gods (Devbhumi)*
Daily Current Affairs 09th November 2024
National News
Bengaluru Introduces First Digital Population Clock at ISEC
On November 8, Bengaluru made a significant stride by unveiling its first digital population clock at the Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC). This innovative display will show real-time population estimates for both Karnataka and the entire country, providing valuable demographic data for citizens, researchers, and policymakers.
Government Increases Stubble Burning Penalty Following Supreme Court Directive
In response to the Supreme Court’s criticism regarding the inadequate penalties under the Environment Protection Act (EPA) of 1986, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has doubled the fines for stubble burning. This measure aims to reduce stubble burning and improve air quality in Delhi and surrounding areas.
ATMOS 2024: Tech Fest at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad
ATMOS 2024, a three-day technical festival at BITS Pilani’s Hyderabad campus, kicks off on November 8. Running until November 10, this event promises a variety of intellectual and entertaining activities, including Robot Wars, Drone Racing, and Hackathons. Since its inception in 2012, ATMOS has become one of India’s premier tech events, featuring not only technical competitions but also cultural and recreational activities.
NTPC Marks 50th Raising Day, Celebrating Five Decades of Growth
NTPC Ltd., India’s largest integrated power utility, celebrated its 50th Raising Day, highlighting five decades of growth, innovation, and sustainable energy development. CMD Shri Gurdeep Singh led the celebrations at the Engineering Office Complex in Noida, with employees joining virtually from across the country. This milestone underscores NTPC’s commitment to meeting India’s energy needs and advancing clean energy technologies.
Government Invites Proposals for Green Hydrogen Excellence Centers
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has called for proposals to establish Centers of Excellence (CoE) under the Research and Development (R&D) Scheme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, announced on November 4, 2024.
International News
India Alone in Opposing Pakistan’s UN Arms Control Proposal
During the First Committee of the UN General Assembly, India stood alone in not supporting Pakistan and Syria’s resolution on “conventional arms control at the regional and subregional levels.” Despite India’s opposition, the resolution was adopted with 179 votes in favor.
Business News
India Rises to Second Largest Smartphone Market in Q3 2024
In the third quarter of 2024, India’s smartphone market became the second largest in the world by unit volume and the third by value, according to Counterpoint Research. India accounted for 15.5% of global smartphone shipments, trailing China’s 22% but surpassing the US, which held a 12% share. By value, India’s market share rose to 12.3% from 12.1% a year earlier.
Banking News
RBI Enhances KYC Rules for Better Verification and Security
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced six amendments to its KYC Master Directions, effective November 6, 2024, to strengthen the Know Your Customer (KYC) process. These updates aim to streamline procedures, improve customer onboarding, and align with the latest legal frameworks, making financial transactions more secure and accessible for consumers and financial institutions.
Defence News
India, Australia Commence Joint Military Exercise Austrahind in Maharashtra
The third edition of the joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND began today at the Foreign Training Node in Pune, Maharashtra. Scheduled from November 8 to 21, 2024, this annual exercise is held alternately in India and Australia. The previous edition was conducted in Australia in December 2023.
Appointment News
Harsha Vardhan Agarwal to Assume FICCI Presidency on Nov 21
Harsha Vardhan Agarwal has been announced as the President-Elect of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) during the FICCI National Executive Committee Meeting (NECM). Currently serving as the Senior Vice President of FICCI, Agarwal will take over as President on November 21, 2024.
Schemes News
JP Nadda Launches Scheme to Strengthen Medical Device Industry
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri JP Nadda, launched the “Scheme for Strengthening the Medical Device Industry,” aimed at boosting the sector and making India self-reliant in medical devices. With a total outlay of Rs. 500 Crores, the scheme covers manufacturing key components, skill development, clinical studies, infrastructure development, and industry promotion. The event was attended by Union Minister of State Smt. Anupriya Patel, Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals Shri Arunish Chawla, and industry representatives.
Sports News
PV Sindhu Lays Foundation for World-Class Badminton Centre in Visakhapatnam
Olympic medallist PV Sindhu laid the foundation stone for the PV Sindhu Centre for Badminton and Sports Excellence on November 7, in Chinna Gadili village near Visakhapatnam. This academy aims to nurture young talent and elevate Indian badminton to global standards.
Mohammad Nabi to Retire from ODIs After ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Afghanistan’s renowned all-rounder Mohammad Nabi will retire from One Day Internationals (ODIs) following the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed this decision, marking the end of an era for one of the country’s most influential cricketers. Nabi plans to continue playing T20 internationals, contributing his experience and leadership to Afghanistan’s T20 ambitions.
Important Days
International Week of Science and Peace 2024: 9-15 November
The International Week of Science and Peace (IWOSP) is observed annually from November 9 to 15, promoting the role of science and technology in fostering global peace and cooperation. First celebrated in 1986 during the International Year of Peace, IWOSP encourages scientific solutions to global issues and international dialogue.
World Science Day for Peace and Development 2024
World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated on November 10 each year to highlight the crucial role of science in society and its contribution to global peace and sustainable development. Organized by UNESCO since 2001, this day emphasizes the importance of making scientific knowledge accessible and relevant to everyone.
World Adoption Day 2024: Date and Significance
World Adoption Day, observed on November 9, raises awareness about the transformative impact of adoption. This day underscores the importance of giving children who have been orphaned, abandoned, or neglected a chance to experience family life, emphasizing the positive difference a stable and loving environment can make in a child’s life.
Uttarakhand Foundation Day: Celebrating History and Heritage
Uttarakhand Foundation Day, also known as Uttarakhand Diwas, commemorates the formation of Uttarakhand as a separate state in India. Celebrated for its scenic beauty and numerous Hindu pilgrimage sites, Uttarakhand is often referred to as the “Land of the Gods” (Devbhumi). This day honors the cultural and historical significance of Uttarakhand and its journey to statehood.
