Current Affairs - January 22, 2024 Current Affairs

The government's annual financial statement, known as the budget, is outlined in the Indian Constitution's Article 112, which refers to it as the 'Annual Financial Statement'.

The foundation stone for the Cancer Hospital and Research Center was laid in Rajkot by Mansukh Mandaviya, under the initiative of Shree Khodaldham Trust. This development aligns with the Prime Minister's recognition of Gujarat's exceptional healthcare progress, emphasizing the establishment of 30 new cancer hospitals in the past nine years and the state's growing prominence as a major medical hub with expanded facilities for comprehensive cancer patient care.

Japan's Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) accomplished the historic landing of SLIM on the moon, securing its place among the limited group of nations, including the United States, the Soviet Union, India, and China, that have achieved lunar surface landings.

Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) in Uttar Pradesh achieved an A+ rating in the CSRD report, alongside BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna, and Tata Power from Delhi Distribution, highlighting their dedication to exceptional customer service and operational excellence in the electricity distribution sector. This recognition underscores the collective efforts of these companies to enhance service quality for consumers in the region.

India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cuba to collaborate on digital public infrastructure, emphasizing the sharing of successful digital initiatives, capacity-building, and best practices for mutual digital transformation benefits.

Shri Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated 'Ayush Diksha,' a pioneering centre at the Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Bhubaneswar. The centre aims to advance human resources in Ayush, focusing on Ayurveda professionals, and promoting collaboration with national institutes for research and development.

The inauguration ceremony took place in Hyderabad at the 'Salar Jung Museum,' introducing five new galleries with an extensive assortment of artifacts, spanning sculptures, Bidriware objects, antique lamps, bronze statues, and marble sculptures, enriching the cultural landscape of the city. These galleries include 40 sculptures from the 2nd century B.C., 300 unique objects in the Bidriware Gallery, 180 antique objects in the Lamp and Chandelier Gallery, 100 bronze statues in the European Bronze Gallery, and 50 marble sculptures in the European Marble Gallery.

The 'Gole Mela' festival unfolds at the Jagannath Temple in Udhampur, creating a platform for communal celebration that fosters unity among diverse cultures and communities. The event features religious rituals, prayers, and joyful family revelry, making it a significant cultural gathering.

Tokyo Olympic silver medallist Ravi Kumar Dahiya made a triumphant return to wrestling, securing a bronze at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane tournament in Nice, France, after overcoming injuries that had sidelined him during the entire 2023 season.

Praveen Achuthan Kutty has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to serve as the Managing Director and CEO of DCB Bank, with the official confirmation signalling a three-year tenure starting from April 29, 2024.

On January 21, 2024, Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya commemorate their 52nd statehood anniversary, contributing to India's cultural diversity. Statehood Day celebrations across the three states include cultural programs and traditional performances, fostering a sense of pride in their unique history and enriching the nation's identity.

SpaceX, using its Falcon 9 rocket, successfully launched the Ax-3 mission to the ISS with the Crew Dragon capsule "Freedom," marking the first all-European commercial astronaut mission, including Turkey's inaugural astronaut, Alper Gezeravci.

The Mamani Ethnic Food Festival in Purig is dedicated to preserving and reviving the rich traditions of Ladakh's culture, making it a triumphant celebration of culinary diversity and community unity in the Ladakh region.

The 19th NAM Summit was held in Kampala, Uganda, bringing together over 120 developing nations to discuss and emphasize 'Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence.' India, as a founding member, actively participated, supporting Uganda's theme and reaffirming its commitment to NAM's principles.

Tai Tzu Ying clinched her maiden women's singles India Open title with a commanding straight-game victory over Chen Yu Fei, reaffirming her status as one of the game's greatest players.