National News
1. What is the goal of the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds)? Boosting domestic oilseed production and achieving self-reliance in edible oils.
2. How many Jan Aushadhi Kendras have been established nationwide under the PMBJP? 13,822.
International News
3. Which countries are involved in the redrawing of Alpine borders due to melting glaciers? Italy and Switzerland.
4. What is the purpose of the tripartite electricity trade agreement between Nepal, India, and Bangladesh? Facilitating cross-border electricity trade.
Agreements News
5. Which islands’ sovereignty is the UK transferring to Mauritius? Chagos Islands.
6. What collaboration was formed between the Department of Posts and Amazon? Enhancing delivery services.
Economy News
7. What milestone did India’s foreign exchange reserves surpass for the first time? $700 billion.
8. By what percentage has employment in India increased between 2016-17 and 2022-23? 36%.
Business News
9. How much was the foreign currency term loan secured by Power Finance Corporation (PFC)? USD 1.265 billion.
Appointments News
10. Who was appointed as Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in October 2024? Aviral Jain.
State News
11. What initiative did Ahmedabad Police unveil to enhance citizen safety? AI-enhanced Command and Control Centre.
Summits and Conference News
12. Who is leading India’s delegation to the SCO Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
Banking News
13. Which AI-powered platform is Federal Bank collaborating with to add vernacular support to its chatbot, Feddy? Bhashini.
ADB Loan
14. How much was the loan approved by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for tourism development in Himachal Pradesh? $162 million.
Sports News
15. Which event did the Indian men’s team win a gold medal in at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2024? 25 Men’s Rapid Fire Pistol event.
16. After how many years did Mumbai clinch the Irani Cup title in 2024? 27 years.
Important Days
17. When is World Teachers’ Day observed annually? October 5th.
Obituaries
18. Which veteran Malayalam actor, known for his role as ‘Keerikkadan Jose,’ passed away at 70? Mohanraj.
Daily current affairs 5 October 2024 Description
National News
Cabinet Endorses National Mission to Enhance Oilseed Production
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds) to boost domestic oilseed production and achieve self-reliance in edible oils.
13,822 Jan Aushadhi Kendras Established Nationwide
As of September 30, 2024, the government has established 13,822 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across India under the PMBJP, recording the highest monthly sales of 200 Crore rupees.
International News
Italy and Switzerland Redraw Alpine Borders
Due to melting glaciers, Italy and Switzerland have adjusted their borders, with Switzerland approving the changes on September 27, 2024, and Italy expected to follow soon.
Nepal, India, and Bangladesh Sign Historic Electricity Trade Agreement
Nepal, India, and Bangladesh have signed an agreement to facilitate cross-border electricity trade, allowing Nepal to export surplus electricity to Bangladesh via India during the rainy season.
Agreements News
UK Agrees to Transfer Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius
The UK and Mauritius have reached an agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while maintaining the operation of the U.S. military base on Diego Garcia.
Department of Posts and Amazon Unite to Enhance Delivery Services
The Department of Posts and Amazon have signed an MoU to improve logistical capabilities, support job creation, and boost India’s e-commerce sector.
Economy News
India’s Forex Reserves Surpass $700 Billion Milestone for the First Time
India’s foreign exchange reserves have exceeded $700 billion, reaching $704.89 billion, attributed to RBI’s dollar purchases and favorable valuation adjustments.
Employment in India Up by 36%: Center Reports
Employment in India has increased by nearly 36%, adding around 17 million jobs between 2016-17 and 2022-23, demonstrating sustained job creation across key sectors.
Business News
Power Finance Corporation Secures Record USD 1.265 Billion Loan
Power Finance Corporation has secured the largest-ever foreign currency term loan from an Indian PSU, amounting to USD 1.265 billion.
Appointments News
Aviral Jain Joins RBI as Executive Director
The Reserve Bank of India has appointed Aviral Jain as Executive Director effective October 1, 2024, who will oversee several departments for RBI’s smooth functioning.
State News
Ahmedabad Police Unveils AI-Enhanced Command and Control Centre
Ahmedabad Police is establishing a state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre with advanced technologies to enhance citizen safety.
Summits and Conference News
EAM Jaishankar to Visit Pakistan for SCO Meeting After 9 Years
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will lead India’s delegation to Pakistan for the SCO Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad on October 15-16, 2024.
Banking News
Federal Bank Teams Up with Bhashini to Add Vernacular Support to Chatbot Feddy
Federal Bank has signed an MoU with Bhashini to integrate vernacular language support into its AI chatbot, Feddy, making banking services more inclusive across India.
ADB Loan
ADB Approves $162 Million Loan to Boost Sustainable Tourism Development
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $162 million loan to enhance tourism development in Himachal Pradesh, targeting heritage and cultural sites while developing new infrastructure.
Sports News
Gold Glory: Indian Men’s Team Triumphs in Rapid Fire Pistol
The Indian men’s team won gold at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2024 in the 25 Men’s Rapid Fire Pistol event in Lima, Peru.
Mumbai Clinches 15th Irani Cup Title After 27-Year Wait
Mumbai won the 15th Irani Cup title after 27 years, led by Ajinkya Rahane, defeating the Rest of India with a first-innings lead.
Important Days
World Teachers’ Day 2024 Observed Every year on October 5th
World Teachers’ Day is celebrated annually on October 5th, recognizing the invaluable contributions of educators with the theme “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education”.
Obituaries
Veteran Actor Mohanraj, Iconic ‘Keerikkadan Jose’, Passes Away at 70
Veteran Malayalam actor Mohanraj, known for his role as ‘Keerikkadan Jose’, passed away on October 3, 2024, at the age of 70.
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