from Rajni's desk
Current Affairs
06 November 2024
Here are some major global and national events as of
November 6, 2024:
Global Stock Market Surge: The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached record highs as "Trump trade" policies influenced significant market boosts following the U.S. presidential election outcome, which saw Donald Trump returning to the White House. This news has affected global financial markets and boosted investor confidence, particularly in U.S.-related stocks
.India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) Agreement: The Indian government signed a $200 million loan agreement with ADB to improve urban services in Uttarakhand. This initiative aligns with India's goals for sustainable urban development, focusing on infrastructure enhancement in one of its northern states​
RNA Editing in Medical Treatment: Massachusetts-based Wave Life Sciences successfully treated a genetic disorder using RNA editing, marking a milestone in genetic medicine. This advancement could revolutionize treatments for genetic disorders, offering a non-permanent alternative to DNA editing technologies like CRISPR​
India’s Defense Sector Milestone: As part of India's Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) initiative, the Indian Army has inducted 550 ‘Asmi’ machine pistols, supporting indigenous defense production and strengthening local manufacturing​
India’s first autonomous surface vessel completed a 1,500-kilometer journey from Mumbai to Thoothukudi, showcasing advancements in autonomous maritime technology. Supported by the Indian Navy, this development highlights India's growing capabilities in autonomous vehicle technology​.
Here are some significant current events and developments in India as of November 6, 2024:
Rural Local Body Grants Released: The Union Government has issued grants as per the recommendations of the Fifteenth Finance Commission to Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Haryana, Tripura, and Mizoram. These funds are aimed at enhancing local governance and supporting rural development​
Autonomous Vessel Journey Achieved: Sagar Defence Engineering completed a pioneering project with the successful 1,500-kilometer journey of an autonomous surface vessel from Mumbai to Thoothukudi, aided by the Indian Navy. This marks a milestone in India's autonomous maritime technology capabilities​
Launch of Digital India Common Service Centres (DICSC): In alignment with the Digital India initiative, the Ministry of Electronics and IT introduced 4,740 service centers, particularly focusing on improving digital access in rural regions. Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, will be among the first regions to benefit from this rollout​
Biodiversity Action Plan at UN Conference: India recently presented its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan at the UN biodiversity conference in Cali, Colombia. This plan aligns with global goals to halt biodiversity loss by 2030, showcasing India's commitment to conservation under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework​
‘Jal Utsav’ for Water Conservation: NITI Aayog launched a two-week awareness campaign called ‘Jal Utsav’ to promote water conservation and sustainable practices, which is a key part of the government’s environmental strategy​
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