Daily Current Affairs 01st July 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

New UNESCO World Heritage Sites Added at New Delhi Meeting

At the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO, held in New Delhi from July 21 to 31, 2024, 24 new sites were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. This is the first time India has hosted the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. The session concluded on July 30, 2024, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing $1 million in aid for conservation projects and capacity-building initiatives in developing countries.

States in News

Goa Launches ‘Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan’ Scheme

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has launched the ‘Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan’ scheme to promote sustainable energy. This initiative aligns with the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and aims to enhance solar rooftop installations in Goa. The scheme will help residential households generate their own electricity and reduce reliance on traditional power sources.

Appointments News

Sanjay Shukla Assumes Charge As M.D Of National Housing Bank

Sanjay Shukla has officially taken on the role of Managing Director (MD) of the National Housing Bank as of July 30, 2024. Shukla is a seasoned chartered accountant with over three decades of experience in housing and retail asset finance. He has a distinguished history of leading and transforming financial institutions.

Indian Armed Forces Gets The First Woman Director General Of Medical Service (ARMY)

Lieutenant General Sadhna Saxena Nair has become the first woman to be appointed as the Director General of Medical Services in the Indian Armed Forces. She was also the first woman to serve as the Director of General Hospital Services (Armed Forces) and the Principal Medical Officer of the Western Air Command.

Business News

Insurtech Startup Covrzy Secures IRDAI Broking License

Bengaluru-based insurtech startup Covrzy has obtained a direct broking (general) license from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). This license allows Covrzy to function as a direct insurance broker, offering a comprehensive range of business insurance solutions across India.

UGRO Capital and SIDBI Forge Co-Lending Partnership

UGRO Capital, a data-tech non-banking financial company (NBFC), has entered into a co-lending agreement with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). This partnership aims to provide timely and affordable credit to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). It aligns with the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) co-lending framework to enhance priority-sector lending by combining the strengths of banks and NBFCs.

Index of Eight Core Industries for June 2024

The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) recorded a provisional increase of 4.0% in June 2024 compared to June 2023. Positive growth was noted in the production of Coal, Electricity, Natural Gas, Steel, Fertilizers, and Cement. The final growth rate for March 2024 stands at 6.3%, with a cumulative growth rate of 5.7% from April to June 2024.

ADB Provides $200 Million Loan for Solid Waste Management in India

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed a $200 million (approximately Rs 1,700 crore) loan to improve solid waste management and sanitation in 100 cities across eight states in India. This funding is part of the Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 – Comprehensive Municipal Waste Management in Indian Cities Program.

Summits and Conferences News

32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE-2024)

India will host the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE) in New Delhi from August 2-7, 2024. This marks a 66-year hiatus since its last hosting in 1958. The conference, held every three years, will take place at the Pusa Institute and focus on “Transformation Towards Sustainable Agri-Food Systems.”

Books and Authors

P.M Receives Parimal Nathwani’s Book On Gir And Asiatic Lions

Rajya Sabha MP Parimal Nathwani presented the first copy of his new book ‘Call of the Gir’ to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 31. The Prime Minister appreciated the book, which focuses on Gir and Asiatic Lions.

Sports News

Swapnil Kusale Secures Bronze Medal in 50m Rifle 3 Positions at Paris Olympics

Swapnil Kusale, a 28-year-old marksman, secured India’s third medal at the Paris Olympics by winning the bronze medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions final. This adds to India’s growing tally in the shooting events.

Business News

India Elected Vice-Chair of IPEF’s Supply Chain Council

India has been elected as the Vice-Chair of the Supply Chain Council under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). This appointment highlights India’s critical role in developing a resilient supply chain in the Indo-Pacific region. The election is part of a larger agreement on supply chain resilience, establishing India alongside 13 other IPEF partners in shaping regional supply chain policies.

Summits and Conferences News

India Hosts Historic 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting

For the first time, India hosted the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee Meeting from July 21 to 31, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. This significant event marked a milestone in India’s longstanding association with the World Heritage Convention, which began in 1977. India’s active participation in the World Heritage Committee, serving four terms, underscores its dedication to international cooperation and capacity-building.

Important Days

World Breastfeeding Week 2024: August 1st to 7th

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually from August 1st to 7th. This week-long observance promotes the importance of breastfeeding for both newborns and mothers. The theme for World Breastfeeding Week 2024 is “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all.”

World Lung Cancer Day 2024: Raising Awareness and Closing the Care Gap

World Lung Cancer Day 2024 aims to raise awareness about lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer worldwide. The theme for this year is “Close the care gap: Everyone deserves access to cancer care.”

World Wide Web Day 2024: Celebrating the Digital Revolution

World Wide Web Day, observed annually on August 1st, celebrates the creation of the World Wide Web (WWW) and its profound impact on human connectivity. This day honours Tim Berners-Lee, who developed the WWW in 1989 while working at CERN.

National Mountain Climbing Day 2024: Celebrating Adventure and Achievement

National Mountain Climbing Day, observed annually on August 1st, honours the spirit of adventure and the achievements of mountaineers. This day commemorates Bobby Matthews and Josh Madigan, who scaled all 46 peaks of the Adirondack Mountains, completing their final ascent on August 1, 2015.

World Ranger Day 2024: Honoring Nature’s Guardians

World Ranger Day, observed annually on July 31st, honours the brave individuals who protect wildlife and natural habitats. These park rangers and conservationists play a crucial role in safeguarding endangered species and fragile ecosystems.