24 December 2023 : Latest Current Affairs 24th December
Important Current Affairs 24th December 2023
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 24th December including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 24th December 2023 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 24th December – National News
1. The Ministry of Textiles Releases the “Paat-Mitro” App for Jute Growers
◉ In an ongoing attempt to empower and assist jute farmers, the Ministry of Textiles has released the “Paat-Mitro” smartphone application.
◉ This application, created by The Jute Corporation of India Limited (JCI), is a big step toward giving jute farmers vital information about Minimum Support Prices (MSP) and agronomy.
◉ The application contains details on Jute Gradation Parameters, Farmer-centric programs like “Jute-ICARE,” weather forecasts, the locations of JCI’s Purchase Centers, and Procurement Policies in addition to MSP and agronomic practices.
◉ Under the MSP Operation, farmers can monitor the status of payments for the raw jute they sell to JCI. The software uses the newest technology and has a chatbot to answer questions from farmers and offer help in real-time.
2. Panic switches will be added by Central Railways at 117 stations.
◉ Ram Karan Yadav, general manager of Central Railway, recently declared a big move to improve passenger safety. During his first press conference following his election, Yadav revealed his intention to install panic switches at 117 Central Railway network train stops.
◉ To put this safety element into effect, the Central Railway and RailTel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Within a year, the Central Railway hopes to have all emergency switches installed.
◉ Installing emergency switches at train stations is a preventative step to guarantee the security and welfare of commuters.
3. India Imports Coking Coal At A Five-Year High, With Russia Among Top Three Suppliers
◉ India’s imports of coking coal reached a five-year high in the current fiscal year, totaling 38.14 million tonnes between April and November. Compared to the same period last year, when 38.12 million tonnes were imported, this represents a little year-over-year increase.
◉ India has historically imported a significant quantity of coking coal from Russia, which is mostly used in the steel industry. Australia is also a significant source of this coal. Russia, which was formerly Mozambique and Canada’s sixth-largest coal supplier to India, has risen to the third rank.
4. Macron, the President of France Honors Republic Day in India
◉ Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi are scheduled to feature President Emmanuel Macron as the special guest. This is the sixth time that a French leader has graced this esteemed occasion, underscoring the importance of the two-way connection.
◉ Following in the footsteps of his predecessors, President Macron hosted former French Prime Minister Jacques Chirac as the Chief Guest in both 1976 and 1998. Furthermore, in 1980, 2008, and 2016, respectively, former Presidents Valery Giscard d’Estaing, Nicolas Sarkozy, and Francois Hollande all made contributions to this tradition.
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International News
5. WHO: Severe Malnutrition Crisis Affects Over One Million Afghan Children
◉ With over a million children in Afghanistan suffering from severe malnutrition, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning.
◉ The seriousness of the problem has been highlighted by WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who claims that Afghanistan urgently needs $185 million to properly tackle malnutrition.
◉ He said in a statement that acute food insecurity is currently affecting thirty percent of the Afghan people as a whole. 2.3 million children suffer from mild acute malnutrition and around one million children are extremely malnourished, according to the alarming figures.
Awards
6. UNESCO Honors Indian Heritage Conservation Initiatives
◉ Four Indian projects have received recognition from the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for their exceptional contributions to the preservation of cultural heritage in the Asia-Pacific area.
◉ The prestigious “Award of Excellence” was given to the resilient urban revitalization project of Rambagh Gate and Ramparts in Amritsar, Punjab. The project was praised by the judges for its accessibility and inclusivity, guaranteeing that the community as a whole benefits from the refurbished heritage property.
◉ The “Award of Merit” was given to the Church of Epiphany in Haryana and Bikaner House in Delhi in recognition of their outstanding conservation efforts. These initiatives highlight India’s commitment to protecting its historical assets and its rich architectural legacy.
7. Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize Winning Poet Sukrita Paul Kumar for “Salt & Pepper”
◉ Poet and critic Sukrita Paul Kumar has been chosen as the sixth recipient of the esteemed Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize for her book “Salt & Pepper: Selected Poems.”
◉ This esteemed prize honors exceptional literary works from around the world that advance human rights, literature, art, education, and world peace.
◉ Kumar was given a USD 5,000 cash prize, a statue of Tagore, and a diploma at the award ceremony recognizing her noteworthy literary work.
◉ The Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize was launched in 2018 by US-based publisher Peter Bundalo and has since proven to be an invaluable forum for honoring literary brilliance as well as promoting human rights and international peace. The award is exceptionally special and significant because of its dedication to both artistic and social impact.
8. One of UNESCO’s “Most Beautiful Airports” is Bengaluru Airport’s T2.
◉ Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) Terminal 2 (T2) in Bengaluru has received international recognition as one of the “world’s most beautiful airports,” according to a recent announcement from UNESCO’s Prix Versailles 2023.
◉ This accolade was given to it by the global judges panel, which was presided over by fashion designer Elie Saab. It is the only airport in India to be granted such a prestigious title.
◉ The airport received the esteemed “Special Prize for an Interior” in appreciation of its exceptional design. This worldwide recognition highlights the airport’s dedication to outstanding design and internationally renowned architecture.
Defence
9. The first Arjan Singh Annual Lecture is hosted by USI and IAF.
◉ The first Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Annual Lecture was recently held at USI, Shankar Vihar, thanks to a partnership between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and USI.
◉ Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria gave the inaugural Arjan Singh Annual Lecture, which launched an annual tradition aimed at inspiring and enlightening the public about the commitment, vision, and leadership demonstrated by Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh.
Sports
10. Sakshi Malik Resigns Following Election of New Wrestling Federation Chief Bronze medallist Sakshi Malik, an Indian wrestler, announced her retirement in opposition to the recent leadership transition within the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI).
◉ The action was taken in response to accusations of sexual assault made against the deposed president, Brij Bhushan Singh, and the contentious election of Sanjay Singh, a close supporter. In June, charges were brought against Singh for allegedly intimidating six athletes—among them, a minor—during his leadership of the WFI.
Important Day
11. 2023’s National Farmers Day
◉ In India, December 23 is designated as National Farmer’s Day 2023, or Kisan Diwas, to honor and appreciate the vital role that farmers play in the socioeconomic fabric of their nation.
◉ Today is Chaudhary Charan Singh’s birth anniversary. He was a committed supporter of farmer welfare and a former Indian prime minister.
◉ Throughout his tenure in politics, Charan Singh implemented multiple farmer benefit programs. Notably, he put out the Debt Redemption Bill in 1939, which was a vital step in relieving farmers of the debt imposed by moneylenders.
◉ Having held two terms as chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, he was also an advocate for changing the state’s land reform laws.
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