Daily Current Affairs July 23, 2024
- IndusInd Bank’s ‘Wrestle for Glory’ Program:
- IndusInd Bank has launched the ‘Wrestle for Glory’ program, a CSR initiative in collaboration with the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS). This program supports high-performance Olympic training at the IIS headquarters in Vijayanagar, Bellary.
- Kamala Pujari’s Passing:
- Kamala Pujari, a Padma Shri awardee and celebrated organic farmer, passed away at 74 due to kidney-related issues. Despite treatment at SCB Medical College and Hospital, her condition worsened.
- Airbus and Tata’s Helicopter Manufacturing Partnership:
- Airbus and Tata are partnering to manufacture India’s first H125 helicopter, set to roll out by 2026. This collaboration aligns with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and reflects Airbus’s commitment to investing in the Indian aerospace market.
- Sanjeev Krishan’s Re-Election as PwC India Chairperson:
- Sanjeev Krishan has been re-elected as the chairperson of PwC India for a second term, beginning on April 1, 2025. His reappointment recognizes his significant contributions to the firm’s growth and innovation.
- BCCI’s Support for Indian Contingent:
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will provide Rs 8.5 crore to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in support of the Indian contingent.
- Harmanpreet Kaur’s Record in Women’s T20I Cricket:
- Harmanpreet Kaur has become the top run-scorer in women’s T20I cricket for India, surpassing Smriti Mandhana.
- IOC’s Partnership with Saudi Arabia for Olympic Esports Games 2025:
- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has partnered with the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Saudi Arabia to host the inaugural Olympic Esports Games 2025 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This follows the establishment of Olympic Esports Games by the IOC Executive Board.
- PR Sreejesh’s Retirement from Hockey:
- PR Sreejesh, the esteemed Indian hockey goalkeeper, will retire after the Paris 2024 Olympics, concluding a distinguished career.
- China’s Carbon Fiber Passenger Train:
- China has unveiled the world’s first passenger train made from carbon fiber, a material that enhances energy efficiency and reduces weight. Known as Cetrovo 1.0 or the Carbon Star Rapid Transit, it was introduced in Qingdao, Shandong province, on July 17.
- Abhinav Bindra Honored by IOC:
- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has bestowed the prestigious Olympic Order upon Abhinav Bindra, India’s first individual Olympic gold medalist. The formal presentation will occur during the 142nd IOC Session in Paris on August 10, 2024.
- Charaideo Maidam’s UNESCO World Heritage Nomination:
- Charaideo Maidam in Assam has been nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status, aiming to become North East India’s first cultural site on the list.
- AIM-WIPO Joint Innovation Programs:
- The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) at NITI Aayog and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) have collaborated to develop joint innovation programs in the Global South. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasizes India’s strength in innovation.
- India’s National Flag Day:
- India commemorates National Flag Day on July 22, 1947, when the Constituent Assembly adopted the Indian national flag shortly before the country gained independence from British rule.
- National Broadcasting Day in India:
