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Current Affairs 09 September 2024
Crown Prince Of Abu Dhabi
- Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on a three day visit to India.
- He was received at the airport by Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal and accorded a ceremonial welcome. This is his first visit to India as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.
- Crown Prince is accompanied by several UAE Ministers and a business delegation. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi tomorrow and hold discussions on a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation.
- The Crown Prince is also scheduled to call on President Droupadi Murmu and visit Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
- Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will visit Mumbai to participate in a Business Forum, in which business leaders from both the countries will participate. In recent years, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and UAE has deepened in a wide range of areas including political, trade, investment, connectivity, energy, technology, education and culture.
- The visit of Crown Prince will further reinforce strong India-UAE bilateral relations and open avenues for partnership in new and emerging areas.
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Information and Broadcasting Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw has been named by TIME Magazine, as one of the most influential people in the field of Technology and Artificial Intelligence.
- Mr Vaishnaw’s name figures under the “Shapers” category of the list. The Magazine writes, under his leadership, India is hoping to become one of the top five countries for semiconductor manufacturing in the next five years.
- It adds that construction has begun in several factories for the key component for modern AI systems.
- TIME Magazine also highlighted that the Indian educational system is catching up to produce the specialised workforce needed for cutting-edge AI and semiconductor development.
- The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said, Mr Vaishnaw’s inclusion in the list has highlighted his pivotal role in spearheading India’s push to emerge as a significant force in the AI landscape.
- The list also includes several prominent figures including Google CEO, Sundar Pichai, Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella, OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, and Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani for their significant contributions to AI and technology.
International Literacy Day
- International Literacy Day 2024 is celebrated annually on September 8 around the world to raise awareness about the significance of literacy as a fundamental human right and a matter of dignity.
- It aims to promote literacy and contribute to building a more literate and sustainable society.
- International Literacy Day is marked by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) at the global, regional, country, and local levels across the world.
- The theme for International Literacy Day 2024 is ‘Promoting multilingual education: Literacy for mutual understanding and peace.”
- Mr Dhankhar Was The Chief Guest At An Event On The Occasion Of International Literacy Day In Delhi.
- The Vice President Pointed Out That India Is A Unique Nation When It Comes To The Richness Of Languages.
- He Emphasised That National Education Policy Has Laid Emphasis On The Importance Of Mother Tongue. Mr Dhankhar Stressed That Literacy Brings Liberation And Cuts Down Dependence.
- India’s Literacy Rate After Independence Was 12 Percent, The Vice President Noted That Country Only Has To Make Up For 20 Percent Now. Mr Dhankhar Urged Everyone To Take The Pledge Of Making Atleast One Person Literate. He Said Making Someone Literate Is A Service To Humanity.
EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar
- External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to attend the First India-Gulf Cooperation Council GCC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
- During the two day visit, he is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with Foreign Ministers from GCC member countries.
- The GCC region has emerged as a major trading partner for India and is home to a large Indian expatriate community, numbering around 8.9 million.
- The Foreign Ministers meeting will be an opportunity to review and deepen institutional cooperation between India and the GCC across various sectors.
- On the second leg of the visit, Dr Jaishankar will travel to Berlin, Germany for a two day visit. This will be his third bilateral visit to Berlin.
- Both India and Germany share a robust Strategic Partnership and Germany is one of India’s prominent trading partners and among the largest Foreign Direct Investors.
- During the visit, the External Affairs Minister will meet German Federal Foreign Minister as well as the leadership and other Ministers from the German government with an objective to review the entire gamut of bilateral relations between India and Germany.
- Dr Jaishankar will thereafter travel to Geneva, Switzerland for an official visit from 12th of this month. Geneva is home to a large number of UN bodies and international organizations.
- During the visit, the External Affairs Minister will meet with heads and representatives of international organizations with whom India is actively engaged.
Typhoon Yagi
- Vietnam, at least 14 people have died and 176 injured after Typhoon Yagi struck the country.
- Vietnam’s meteorological agency issued the downgrade in the typhoon today as the storm moved westward. However, it caution about the ongoing risk of flooding and landslides.
- Vietnamese officials described Yagi as one of the most deadly typhoons to hit the region in the recent decade, leaving more than 3 million people without electricity in northern Vietnam.
- According to government sources, the typhoon destroyed nearly 3,300 buildings, 1.2 lakh hectares of rice and other crops, more than 5,000 hectares of fruit trees, and over 1,000 aquaculture cages in the region.
- The Typhoon hit Hainan in China flooding roads, uprooted trees and cut power to more than 800,000 homes. Yagi had already claimed 16 lives in the Philippines, the first country it hit earlier in the week.
India Mediterranean Business Conclave
- Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is an important initiative that can add to India’s maritime security and faster movement of goods between Europe and Asia.
- The Minister was speaking at the India-Mediterranean Business Conclave 2024 in New Delhi. He said that IMEC was launched during India’s G20 presidency and aims to integrate India, Europe, and the Middle East through the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel, and the European Union.
- Mr. Goyal noted that lower logistics costs, faster connectivity, and secure movement of goods are dependent on better cooperation in this area. He noted that initiatives like the PLI scheme, the Centre’s efforts towards Ease of Doing Business, and economic partnerships have boosted India’s manufacturing growth story.
- He added that a nation’s efforts to promote agri-value chains can support the initiatives between India and Mediterranean countries. Mr. Goyal also suggested that the government should have a working group on tourism between the Mediterranean nations and India, as there is huge potential in this sector.
‘Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024
- The voting for Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024, is open until the 15th of this month. The aim of the nation-wide poll is to engage with citizens to identify the most preferred tourist attraction sites and understand tourist perceptions across five tourism categories, which are spiritual, cultural heritage, nature, wildlife, adventure, and others.
- The others category will allow citizens to vote for their personal favourites, which will help in discovering unexplored tourist places in the country.
- The citizens can access the voting portal from the Ministry of Tourism’s official website. This initiative was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March this year in Srinagar.
- There is a dedicated portal wherein users can vote across categories through their mobile number and email ID.
- The outcomes will help determine the Top Tourist Attractions of India, which will receive substantial support and investments from key stakeholders. Through the initiative, the government seeks to promote the preservation of cultural landmarks and traditions, ensuring their longevity for future generations. This will also allow help in understanding lesser-known tourist locations that people would like to visit apart.
Paris Paralympics
- India’s star athlete, Praveen Kumar, clinched the gold medal in the Men’s High Jump T64 final.
- shot-putter Hokato Hotozhe Sema on winning a bronze medal in the men’s shot put F57 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympic
- Kapil Parmar clinched a bronze in the Para Judo Men’s J1-660 Kilogrammes event yesterday by beating Elielton de Oliveira of Brazil 10-0 via an Ippon. This is India’s first-ever Paralympic medal in Judo.
- Navdeep Singh on winning a gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F41 event at the Paris Paralympics.
- Simran Sharma on winning the bronze medal in the women’s 200m T12 event at the Paris Paralympics.
- The Indian contingent secured an impressive 29 medals, including seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze. India have climbed to the 16th spot in the medal tally.
- The final ceremony will take place at France’s national stadium, the Stade de France. The ceremony will feature a vibrant mix of performances, including jazz music, thematic dances, and speeches by dignitaries. Gold medal-winning archer Harvinder Singh and sprinter Preethi Pal, will be the country’s flag bearers during the closing ceremony.
U20 World Championships
- In wrestling, Jyoti Berwal clinched a gold medal in the women’s 76 kg freestyle category at the U20 World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain. Jyoti defeated Ukraine’s Mariia Orlevych in the final yesterday without giving her a chance to score a single point, securing herself the title.
- This was India’s second consecutive world U20 title in women’s 76 kg after Priya Malik claimed it in the 2023 edition.
- Indian grapplers won two more medals in the same category. Komal in 59 kg and Sristhi in 68 kg bagged bronze medals. Nitika Won The Silver Medal In The Women’s 62 Kg Freestyle Category.
- Indian women finished overall second at the U20 World Wrestling Championships, bagging one gold, one silver, and three bronze at Pontevedra in Spain. All medals came in the freestyle category.
Current Affairs 09 September 2024 Question
- Where Was The “Eastern Economic Forum 2024” Held
A. Bhopal, India
B. Vladivostok, Russia
C. Beijing, China
D. Tokyo, Japan
ANSWER: B - Where Was The “Forum On China-africa Cooperation (FOCAC)” Summit Held
A. Beijing
B. South Africa
C. Angola
D. Shanghai
ANSWER: A - Which Platform Introduced The “Take Notes For Me” AI Feature
A. Google Meet
B. Microsoft Teams
C. Zoom
D. Webex
ANSWER: A - What Is Rakesh Kumar’s Sport In Paralympics Quarterfinals
A. Javelin Throw
B. Archer
C. Shot Put
D. Discus Throw
ANSWER: B - Which Country Did Indian Embassy Rescue 47 Indians Who Were Trapped In
Cyber Scam Centres
A. Laos
B. Thailand
C. Cambodia
D. Vietnam
ANSWER: A - Which State Is Planning To Build India’s First Solar-powered Expressway 2026
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Madhya Pradesh
ANSWER: C - In Which Event Did Ravi Rongali Finish Fifth At The Paris Paralympics
A. Shot Put
B. Discus Throw
C. Javelin Throw
D. High Jump
ANSWER: A - Which Institution Celebrated 75th Anniversary With Unveiling Of A New Flag
And Insignia By President Droupadi Murmu
A. Central Reserve Police Force
B. Indian Navy
C. Border Security Force
D. Supreme Court
ANSWER: D - In Which City Was World’s First Fast Charging E Bus ‘Veera Mahasamrat’
Launched
A. Hyderabad
B. Bengaluru
C. Mumbai
D. Chennai
ANSWER: B - In Which Region Has UN Launched A Polio Vaccination Campaign Targeting
640,000 Children
A. Ukraine
B. Syria
C. Gaza
D. Lebanon
ANSWER: C - Who Assumed Role Of Chairman And Managing Director Of Hindustan
Aeronautics Limited
A. CB Ananthakrishnan
B. R Madhavan
C. Dr DK Sunil
D. Ashok Kumar Gupta
ANSWER: C - Which Country Is Capping International Education Student Numbers To
270,000 In 2025
A. Canada
B. United Kingdom
C. Australia
D. United States
ANSWER: C - Which States Have Recorded The Highest GSDP In FY24
A. Manipur, Odisha and Jharkhand
B. Gujarat, Assam and Punjab
C. Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Haryana
D. Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan
ANSWER: D - Konyaks, Are The Largest Tribes Of Which State
A. Nagaland
B. Assam
C. Manipur
D. Odisha
ANSWER: A - Which Day Will Be Observed And Celebrated As ‘Sootea Day’ By The Assam
Government
A. 15 July
B. 20 August
C. 18 September
D. 5 October
ANSWER: B - Which Ministry Won National Award For E-governance 2024 For Poshan
Tracker Initiative
A. Ministry of Rural Development
B. Ministry of Women and Child Development
C. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
D. Ministry of Agriculture
ANSWER: B - Where Was The First ‘International Solar Festival’ Organized
A. Jaipur
B. Bhopal
C. New Delhi
D. Lucknow
ANSWER: C - PM Of India Launched ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ In Which State
A. Gujarat
B. Assam
C. Rajasthan
D. Kerala
ANSWER: A - Who Created History By Becoming First Indian To Win A Medal In Judo At
2024 Paris Paralympics
A. Sakina Khatun
B. Sachin Sinha
C. Kapil Parmar
D. Paramjeet Kumar
ANSWER: C - Which Research Centre Has Published The First Fully Mapped Genome Of The
Chandipura Vesiculovirus
A. Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre
B. Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
C. Regional Centre for Biotechnology
D. National Institute of Immunology
ANSWER: A
