Daily Current Affairs 30th July 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

4th Anniversary of NEP 2020 Celebrated at Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam 2024

The Ministry of Education marked the 4th anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 at the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS) 2024, held at the Manekshaw Centre Auditorium in New Delhi. The event saw the participation of key ministers, officials, academicians, and students. Books and lecture notes were released by the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division. Several important initiatives were launched, and thematic sessions on various NEP 2020-related topics were conducted.

Department Of Atomic Energy Inaugurates ‘One DAE One Subscription’

On July 29, the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) inaugurated the ‘One DAE One Subscription’ (ODOS) at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. ODOS is a unique initiative that brings together DAE and all its units/subunits (about 60) under one umbrella for access to national and international research papers and scientific journals.

628 Tigers Die In India During The Past Five Years

According to government data, 628 tigers have died in India over the past five years due to natural causes and other reasons, including poaching. During this period, 349 people were killed in tiger attacks, with Maharashtra alone recording 200 deaths.

India’s Anti-Dumping and Tariff Measures in 2023

In 2023, India saw a reduction in average tariffs, which decreased to 17% from 18.1% in 2022. Despite this, India remained one of the top countries in initiating and imposing anti-dumping duties, second only to the US. The reduction in average tariffs was accompanied by an increase in anti-dumping measures and other trade defense tools.

International News

Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro Becomes President For Third Time

On July 29, Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) announced that Nicolas Maduro has won the presidential election again and will govern the country from 2025 to 2031. This will be his third term as Venezuela’s President.

Ranks and Reports News

Indian Destinations on TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2024’

TIME magazine has included three Indian destinations in its list of ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2024.’ These places are the Museum of Solutions (MuSo), a unique children’s museum in Mumbai; Manam Chocolate, a factory in Hyderabad; and NAAR, a restaurant in Himachal Pradesh.

Banking News

RBI’s 5th Cohort Regulatory Sandbox

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has selected five entities for the test phase of its theme-neutral fifth cohort of the regulatory sandbox. This initiative, announced in October of the previous year, allows firms to test new financial innovations in a controlled environment. The selected entities are:

• Connectingdot Consultancy
• Epifi Technologies
• Finagg Technologies
• Indian Banks’ Digital Infrastructure Company (IBDIC)
• Signzy Technologies

Business News

Amazon Pay, Adyen, and BillDesk Obtain RBI Cross-Border Payment License

Amazon Pay, Adyen, and Mumbai-based BillDesk have secured the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) cross-border payment aggregator license. This follows Bengaluru-based Cashfree’s earlier acquisition of the same license. Cashfree received its license on July 22, Adyen and Amazon Pay on July 25, and BillDesk on July 29.

Awards News

CWC Wins GEEF Global WaterTech Award 2024

The Central Water Commission (CWC) has been awarded the GEEF Global WaterTech Award in the category ‘Water Department of the Year’ at the Global Water Tech Summit – 2024, organized by the Global Energy and Environment Foundation (GEEF) in New Delhi.

Sports News

India to Host 2025 Men’s Asia Cup in T20 Format

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced that India will host the next edition of the Men’s Asia Cup cricket tournament in 2025. This event will be played in the T20 format and will serve as a precursor to the T20 World Cup scheduled to take place in India in 2026.

Historic Bronze Win for Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh at Paris Olympics

Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh have won a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the Paris Olympics. They triumphed over South Korea’s Oh Ye Jin and Lee Wonho, bringing home the second medal for India at these Games. This victory is notable as it marks the second bronze for Manu Bhaker at the Paris Olympics, making her the first Indian to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympic Games since Independence.

Schemes News

Launch of Ideas4LiFE Portal by Shri Bhupender Yadav

Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, launched the Ideas4LiFE portal at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. This initiative aims to gather innovative ideas related to products and services that promote environment-friendly lifestyles. The launch event was also attended by Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, and other dignitaries.

Science and Technology News

SpaceX And NASA Set Crew-9 Launch For August 18

SpaceX and NASA announced on July 26 that they plan to launch the space agency’s Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) no earlier than August 18. This announcement came a day after the Federal Aviation Administration cleared SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket to return to space following a rare mid-flight failure earlier this month.

Books and Authors News

Breaking Rocks and Barriers: The Adventurous Life of Sudipta Sengupta

A new book titled “Breaking Rocks and Barriers” will be released on July 24 by HarperCollins India. The book offers a captivating glimpse into the life of Sudipta Sengupta, a renowned geologist and mountaineer, highlighting her groundbreaking achievements.

Important Days

International Day of Friendship 2024: Date, Theme, and Significance

The International Day of Friendship is observed annually on July 30th. In 2024, this day will once again highlight the importance of friendship in fostering global peace and understanding. While the specific theme for 2024 has not been announced, the day’s overarching message remains consistent: promoting friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals to inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2024

The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is observed annually on July 30. This year’s theme, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” emphasizes the urgent need to protect children, one of society’s most vulnerable groups.

World Nature Conservation Day 2024, Date, Theme and History

World Nature Conservation Day 2024 is observed on Sunday, July 28. This day serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility towards the environment. The focus for 2024 is on innovative approaches to conservation in an increasingly digital world.