Current Affairs - April 5, 2024 Current Affairs

The PRATUSH project involves the development of a high-resolution telescope, aiming to study the reionization era of the universe by capturing signals from hydrogen and offering insights into cosmic evolution. This telescope, named PRATUSH, will be deployed on the moon's far side after initial adjustments and fine-tuning in Earth's orbit, enabling astronomers to detect signals emitted by the first stars and galaxies, answering fundamental questions about the early universe.

Mirabai Chanu, known for her Tokyo Olympics silver medal, is the only Indian weightlifter to qualify for the Paris Olympics. She achieved this feat after finishing 11th overall in the IWF World Cup in Thailand, meeting the qualification criteria despite returning from a six-month injury.

International Day of Conscience is celebrated on April 5 each year to promote introspection, moral integrity, and doing what is right for a more peaceful and compassionate world.

Rakesh Mohan, former RBI deputy governor and president emeritus at CSEP has been appointed to the World Bank's Economic Advisory Panel, chaired by Lord Nicholas Stern, highlighting his expertise in economic policy and international finance.

The World Economic Forum (WEF) announced the 2024 Young Global Leaders Community, highlighting individuals under 40 from various fields and offering leadership development opportunities to address global challenges.

Zimbabwe declared a state of disaster due to a severe drought impacting southern Africa, triggering food shortages and humanitarian crises, with President Mnangagwa urgently seeking $2 billion in aid to address the situation. The drought, attributed to an "El Nino-induced drought," has led to below-normal rainfall, affecting over 80% of the country and putting approximately 2.7 million people at risk of hunger.

Romania revealed the world's most potent laser, utilizing Chirped-Pulse Amplification technology developed by Nobel winners, with applications spanning healthcare to space exploration, showcasing the nation's advancements in laser technology.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has collaborated with PTI in India to strengthen fact-checking efforts, enabling PTI to identify, review, and rate misinformation across Meta platforms for a more reliable information ecosystem.

India aims to achieve a nuclear power capacity of 1 lakh MW by 2047, as outlined in the Department of Atomic Energy's roadmap for sustainable energy and international collaboration to meet future energy demands.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is establishing a test centre for weapon systems in Junput village, West Bengal. This initiative aims to alleviate the testing workload at Odisha's Chandipur Integrated Test Range (ITR) and enhance operational capabilities.

The Army Medical Corps celebrated its 260th Raising Day on April 3, 2024, commemorating centuries of selfless service, professionalism, and dedication to the nation's healthcare, marked by an event attended by military and civil dignitaries.

Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, is hosting the World Future Energy Summit and the annual Green Hydrogen Summit on April 16, aiming to accelerate global green hydrogen economy development under the leadership of Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber and Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi.

The "Akashteer" system aims to automate air defence control processes through digitization, integrating radar and communication systems for improved situational awareness and control.

NATO was founded in 1949, marking its 75th anniversary this year, with a special event in Brussels to commemorate seven decades of collective defence and expansion, emphasizing the significance of Article 5 in ensuring member states' security.

National Maritime Day is celebrated annually on April 5 in India to honour the maritime sector's significance in international trade and economic development, commemorating the SS Loyalty's historic voyage to the UK in 1919.