Current Affairs - February 5, 2024 Current Affairs

The Digital India FutureLABS was inaugurated at IIIT, New Delhi by Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar to catalyze next-generation electronics system design.

The world record for the most time spent in space was broken by Cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, surpassing the previous record held by Gennady Padalka. The Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko spent more than 878 days and 12 hours in space, surpassing fellow Russian Gennady Padalka, who set the previous record of 878 days, 11 hours, 29 minutes, and 48 seconds in 2015.

The Adani Group's $1.2 billion copper manufacturing plant, hailed as the world's largest single-location facility, is situated in Mundra, Gujarat. This strategic location aligns with India's efforts to boost copper production domestically, supporting the nation's transition towards sustainable energy sources.

Justice Ritu Bahri has assumed the role of Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court, succeeding Vipin Sanghi, as per the announcement made by the government in February 2024. Justice Ritu Bahri was appointed the First Woman Chief Justice of Uttarakhand.

Uttarakhand is poised to become the first Indian state to adopt the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after independence, as indicated by recent developments in the state's cabinet decisions.

The Pertuzumab-Trastuzumab drug combination is made available for free to Her2 breast cancer patients in Goa, as part of the state's initiative to revolutionize cancer care and reduce cancer incidence rates.

India Energy Week 2024, the largest energy expo in India, is scheduled to be held in Goa from February 6 to 9, 2024. The event, inaugurated by the Prime Minister, aims to drive India's energy transition goals and is supported by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India.

The first Naturopathy Hospital in Northeast India was inaugurated in Assam, specifically in Dibrugarh. This event marked a significant step towards promoting holistic healthcare in the region, blending traditional knowledge with modern technology to enhance wellness and medical practices.

The Centre of Excellence (CoE) on E-waste Management was inaugurated at C-MET, Hyderabad, by MeitY Secretary S Krishnan. This initiative aims to promote resource efficiency and circular economy practices in India's e-waste management.

Michelle O’Neill, representing Sinn Fein, has made history by becoming Northern Ireland’s First Minister, challenging the century-old pro-British unionist dominance. Her appointment symbolizes Sinn Fein's vision for a United Ireland and their increasing political influence in the region.