Daily Current Affairs, 28th September 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)
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International News
Shigeru Ishiba to Become Japan’s Next Prime Minister
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership vote has been won by Shigeru Ishiba, a former defence minister, who is now in a position to become the next prime minister of Japan. Ishiba will succeed Fumio Kishida, who resigned in the wake of scandals that undermined his tenure. Ishiba’s candidature for the position is effectively assured by the LDP’s majority in the lower house. In the leadership contest, he narrowly defeated economic security minister Sanae Takaichi by 21 votes.
In Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan execute a bilateral investment treaty.
A Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) has been signed between India and Uzbekistan with the objective of fostering economic cooperation and increasing investor confidence between the two countries. Nirmala Sitharaman, the Indian Finance Minister, and Khodjayev Jamshid Abdukhakimovich, the Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, signed the treaty in Tashkent. This BIT guarantees the protection of investors from both countries by establishing a minimum standard of treatment and non-discrimination, as well as facilitating dispute resolution through arbitration.
State News In an effort to mitigate air pollution, Delhi launched a “Dust Free Drive.”
Shri. L. G. Saxena, the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi, initiated the Dust Free Drive in order to address air pollution in the cities. This measure appears to be crucial in anticipation of the severe and unforgiving air pollution that will be present in the nation’s capital during the winter.
Economy News For Seamless Market Access Launch of the FPI Outreach Cell by SEBI
The Alternative Investment Fund and Foreign Portfolio Investors Department (AFD) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has established a Foreign Portfolio Investor Outreach Cell. The primary objective of this division is to facilitate the seamless access of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) to the Indian securities market through direct engagement.
Ministry Announces 2024 Best Tourism Villages Competition Winner
The Best Tourism Villages Competition 2024 winners were announced by the Ministry of Tourism in the Government of India on the occasion of World Tourism Day 2024. This was the second edition of the award competition since its inception.
Science and Technology News The DST has initiated the Women in Space Leadership Programme Initiative.
As part of the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI), the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in India has launched the “A Women in Space Leadership” (WiSLP) initiative in partnership with the British Council.
Sunita Williams assumes control of the International Space Station for the second time in history.
Indian Origin and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) astronaut As part of her extended mission aboard the orbiting laboratory, Sunita Williams has officially assumed control of the International Space Station (ISS). She is scheduled to assume command of the International Space Station for the second time.
Earth’s New Mini Moon: Asteroid 2024 PT5 to Orbit for Two Months
From September 29 to November 25, 2024, Earth will receive a transient “mini-moon” in the form of a small asteroid known as 2024 PT5. This asteroid, which originates from the Arjuna asteroid belt, is approximately 33 feet diameter and was discovered by NASA’s Asteroid Terrestrial-Impact Last Alert System (Atlas) on August 7, 2024. The belt is a region that is populated by a variety of space rocks. Professional astronomers will be able to capture images of this tiny object moving swiftly across the night sky, despite the fact that it cannot be observed with the naked eye or typical telescopes.
Schemes News
The Ministry of Tourism has disclosed the Paryatan Mitra and Didi Initiative.
The Ministry of Tourism initiated “Paryatan Mitra” and “Paryatan Didi” on the occasion of World Tourism Day, a responsible tourism initiative that is designed to enhance the experiences of tourists throughout India. The initiative is dedicated to empowering local communities, particularly women and youth, to act as ambassadors and storytellers of their destinations, thereby improving sustainability, sanitation, and hospitality.
News Regarding Books and Authors
“Khaki Mein Sthitapragya: Memories and Experiences of an IPS Officer” by Anil Raturi
Anil Raturi, the former DGP of Uttarakhand, has compiled a selection of memories and experiences from his nearly three and a half decades of duty in the Indian Police duty in Khaki Mein Sthitapragya. The book offers a perceptive perspective on the social environment that he encountered throughout his career and functions as a contemplation of the ethical dilemmas that public servants encounter, as well as governance and policing. It provides present-day officers with valuable teachings and also illuminates the changing relationship between society and law enforcement.
Important Days International Day for Universal Access to Information 2024
International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) is an annual event that takes place on September 28th and emphasises the significance of ensuring that all individuals have equal access to information. This day is a forum for the discussion and promotion of strategies to improve the accessibility of information, particularly in the digital era. Theme: Access to Information, E-Governance, and Artificial Intelligence.
World Rabies Day 2024: Transcending Rabies Boundaries
The annual observance of World Rabies Day on September 28th is a global initiative to increase awareness of the prevention and eradication of rabies. The 18th commemoration of this significant day, which underscores the ongoing struggle against one of the oldest known diseases in the world, will occur in 2024. This article explores the theme, history, significance, and practical aspects of World Rabies Day 2024. The 2024 theme, “Breaking Rabies Boundaries,” underscores the necessity of progress and the desire to transcend the status quo in the prevention and control of rabies.
Date, History, Theme, and Significance of World Heart Day 2024
The annual observance of World Heart Day on September 29th serves as a global beacon for the promotion of cardiovascular health awareness. This international event is a critical reminder of the ongoing struggle against cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which continue to be the primary cause of death worldwide, and the significance of heart health. As World Heart Day 2024 approaches, the emphasis is on empowering governments, health organisations, and individuals to take proactive measures in the prevention of heart-related conditions.
Miscellaneous News
Shri. Nitin Gadkari is scheduled to inaugurate the Oxygen Bird Park.
Shri. Nitin Gadkari Ji, the Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways, is scheduled to inaugurate the Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park) on the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway 44 in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
MCQ
1. What is the primary objective of the Foreign Portfolio Investor Outreach Cell established by SEBI?
Facilitate seamless access of FPIs to the Indian securities market through direct engagement.
2. When were the winners of the Best Tourism Villages Competition 2024 announced?
On the occasion of World Tourism Day 2024, September 27, 2024.
3. What initiative has the Department of Science and Technology (DST) launched in partnership with the British Council?
Women in Space Leadership Programme Initiative (WiSLP).
4. Who has officially assumed control of the International Space Station for the second time?
Sunita Williams.
5. What is the name of the asteroid that will temporarily orbit Earth from September 29 to November 25, 2024?
2024 PT5.
6. What initiatives were launched by the Ministry of Tourism on World Tourism Day?
Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi initiatives.
7. What is the title of the book written by Anil Raturi, reflecting his experiences in the Indian Police?
Khaki Mein Sthitapragya: Memories and Experiences of an IPS Officer.
8. When is International Day for Universal Access to Information celebrated?
September 28th.
9. What is the theme for World Rabies Day 2024?
Breaking Rabies Boundaries.
10. Which day is recognized as World Heart Day?
September 29th.
11. Who is scheduled to inaugurate the Oxygen Bird Park in Nagpur?
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
