Current Affairs - April 18, 2024 Current Affairs

CleanMax has partnered with Apple to deploy 14.4 megawatts of rooftop solar installations across six industrial sites in India. This collaboration aims to reduce emissions linked to Apple's operations and contribute to renewable energy initiatives in the country.

Nigeria has pioneered the rollout of the Men5CV vaccine, becoming the first country to target five strains of meningitis. This significant step aligns with WHO's goals and holds promise in combating meningitis, especially in regions like Africa where the disease poses a severe threat.

World Heritage Day, also known as the International Day for Monuments and Sites, is observed annually on April 18. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the world's cultural heritage and the need for its preservation.

The World Future Energy Summit 2024 was organized in Abu Dhabi. This summit focused on addressing climate change through increased renewable energy capacity and financial investments.

The author of the memoir "Just a Mercenary?: Notes from My Life and Career" is Duvvuri Subbarao, the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). In this memoir, Subbarao shares insights into his career and the challenges faced, particularly highlighting the tensions between the RBI and the government during his tenure.

The Power Grid Corporation of India's board approved a plan to raise Rs 12,000 crore through the issuance of bonds in 2024-25. Power Grid is the largest electric power transmission utility in the country, operating a significant portion of the Inter-Regional networks.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently inaugurated the Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterisation and Evaluation (SPACE) facility in Kulamavu, Idukki, Kerala. This cutting-edge facility is designed to enhance India's naval capabilities through advanced sonar systems testing and evaluation.

The Adani family recently infused ₹8,339 crore into Ambuja Cements Ltd., increasing their stake to 70.3%. This investment is part of a larger strategy to strengthen Ambuja's growth and market position, reflecting the Adani Group's strategic focus on the cement industry.

Bhimeswara Challa is the author of the book "India — the Road to Renaissance: A Vision and an Agenda." This book presents a compelling vision for India's future and challenges readers to confront the real issues that could shape the nation's trajectory.

Madhya Pradesh excels in implementing the Green Credit Programme (GCP) initiated by the central government, facilitating tree plantation initiatives across 10 states. This initiative highlights the state's commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable practices.