Current Affairs - January 20, 2024 Current Affairs

Himachal Pradesh's 'My School-My Pride' initiative, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020, aims to enhance the quality of education in government schools. The campaign encourages active participation from individuals and organizations to adopt schools, contributing to students' growth through activities such as career counselling, remedial teaching, exam coaching, and community support services.

Maharashtra has made a significant breakthrough in attracting investments at the WEF in Davos, securing commitments worth Rs 3.53 lakh crore across various sectors. This move is expected to create numerous job opportunities and contribute to the state's ambitious goal of becoming a USD 1 trillion economy.

Solar power stations were inaugurated at Egyptian World Heritage Sites, contributing to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and aligning with global sustainability goals, particularly Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and 13 (Climate Action).

India introduced the "Alliance for Global Good-Gender Equity and Equality" at the World Economic Forum, with support from influential entities such as the World Economic Forum (WEF), Invest India, and industry leaders. The initiative is in line with India's commitment to women-led development, originating from the G20 Leaders' Declaration.

The 2nd edition of 'IInvenTiv' was inaugurated by Shri Pradhan at IIT Hyderabad, showcasing 120 groundbreaking projects from 53 future-focused institutes and engaging 2000 industry stakeholders. The initiative envisions 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, promoting new-age innovators and entrepreneurs for a transformed India.

The "Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan" in Assam focuses on transforming rural women into "Rural Micro-Entrepreneurs" with a ₹1 lakh annual income target. Eligible applicants in the inaugural phase will receive a grant of ₹10,000 in the first year, with tailored child limitations for diverse participation.

V Muraleedharan is representing India at the G-77 Third South Summit in Kampala, Uganda, where leaders from 134 Member States are convening to enhance cooperation. The summit's theme, "Leaving No One Behind," aligns with India's vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - the World is one Family.

The 'Best Airport of the Year' award at the Wings India Awards 2024 was jointly given to Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport and Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, recognizing their outstanding contributions to the aviation industry.

The approved memoranda with the Netherlands, Dominican Republic, and Ecuador focus on cooperation in the field of medical products regulation, as outlined in the Memorandum of Intent (MoI) or Letter of Intent (LOI) signed with the Netherlands and the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Dominican Republic and Ecuador.

The first office space at the World Trade Centre Nauroji Nagar was inaugurated in New Delhi by Union Minister Amit Shah. The Central Registrar of Cooperative Societies (CRCS) office, spanning 41,000 sqft and valued at approximately Rs 165 crore, showcases state-of-the-art infrastructure in the heart of the capital.

Tata Group, through Tata Sons Private Limited, strategically utilized its Right to Match card to retain the title sponsorship of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the seasons spanning 2024 to 2028. This decision follows their earlier replacement of Vivo as the IPL title sponsor for the 2022 and 2023 seasons, solidifying an extended and prominent association with the cricket league.

Jagrut Kotecha, currently the Chief Commercial Officer for PepsiCo in Africa, Middle East, and South Asia (AMESA), has been appointed as the new CEO of PepsiCo India, succeeding Ahmed El Sheikh. The strategic realignment is set to take effect in March 2024.

"Conversations with Aurangzeb" is a novel by the Tamil literary icon Charu Nivedita, skillfully translated into English by Nandini Krishnan. The book offers readers a distinctive combination of historical narrative and satirical commentary, providing a fresh perspective on both historical and contemporary themes.

India's election as the First Vice Chair of the FAO COFI Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management after 57 years is a significant achievement, underlining its active engagement in international fisheries management. With over 28 million inland and marine fishers, India holds a prominent position in the global fishing community.

The MoU aims to propel India to the forefront of AI-driven digital agriculture, emphasizing the collaboration between the National Farmers’ Welfare Programme Implementation Society, IndiaAI (Digital India Corporation), and the Wadhwani Foundation in formulating and executing a robust AI strategy.