Current Affairs - July 4, 2023 Current Affairs

Indian Bank, a public sector lender, has introduced new digital services as part of its digital transformation initiative called 'Project WAVE'.

New Zealand has taken a significant step towards reducing plastic waste by becoming the first country to enforce a complete ban on thin plastic bags commonly used in supermarkets for fruit and vegetable purchases.

The State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, has announced the appointment of Kameshwar Rao Kodavanti as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed on July 3rd every year to raise awareness about the harmful effects of disposable plastic bags on the environment.

The 43rd session of the conference of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), held at FAO's headquarters in Rome, re-elected Qu-Dongyu as the Director General of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

World Sports Journalist Day is globally celebrated on July 2nd each year. Sports play a significant role in the overall development of individuals, serving as both a recreational pursuit and a potential career path.

The Zoological Survey of India celebrated the 108th edition of ZSI Day with a special focus on 'Mission Life.' Union Minister for Environment & Forest and Climate Change and Labour and Employment, Bhupender Yadav, emphasized the importance of protecting nature and its invaluable gifts.

France and the UAE have collaborated to expedite the transition to clean energy as part of a trilateral initiative involving India.

Ajit Pawar, a leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has taken oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra after joining the government led by Eknath Shinde. He is the son of Anantrao, the elder brother of Sharad Pawar.

The traditional clay festival known as 'Chikal Kalo' took place in Marcel village, Goa, from June 28 to June 30, 2023. This festival is celebrated every year on Ashadha Dwadashi and is referred to as "mud bath."

The Startup20 Shikhar Summit, organized by the Startup20 Engagement Group under India's G20 Presidency, began in Gurugram. The summit aims to promote and support startups in the country.

Apple has reached a market capitalization of $3 trillion, making it the most valuable company in the world.

India has been ranked 126th in the Global Peace Index 2023. Iceland has secured the top position in the Global Peace Index 2023.

Lt Gen M U Nair has been appointed as the new National Cybersecurity Coordinator (NCSC). Lt Gen Nair, who assumed the role of the 28th Signal Officer-in-Chief in July 2022, brings extensive experience and expertise in cyber warfare, signal intelligence, and communication and information technology.

The Indian government has extended the tenure of Brajendra Navnit as the Ambassador of India to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) for a period of nine months until March 31 next year.

More than 12,000 fake entities have been identified in GST registration. To tackle this issue, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) plans to introduce biometric authentication and geo-tagging of risky entities under GST.

Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula One champion, secured a dominant victory at the Austrian Grand Prix 2023, showcasing his exceptional skills and performance.

On its 68th foundation day, the State Bank of India (SBI) inaugurated 34 Transaction Banking Hubs across 21 district centers in the country, enhancing its transactional banking services.

The United States celebrates its 247th Independence Day on July 4th this year. Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the declaration of independence.

The Greater Chennai City Police (GCP) launched the 'Police Drone Unit' on June 29, 2023, to enhance aerial surveillance over large areas and enable swift detection of criminal activities.