Current Affairs - May 22, 2024 Current Affairs

India rose to the 39th position in the 2024 WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index, a significant improvement from its 54th position in 2021. This climb reflects India's resilience and competitiveness in various aspects of its travel and tourism industry, including price competitiveness, robust resources, and sustainability.

John Slaven, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vedanta Aluminium, has been appointed as the Vice-Chairman of the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). In this role, he will lead global initiatives to promote sustainability and highlight the crucial role of aluminium in advancing towards a zero-carbon future.

The R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine, endorsed by the WHO, was manufactured and scaled up by the Serum Institute of India (SII). This vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford, utilizes Novavax's adjuvant technology to enhance its effectiveness in combating malaria.

Brazil has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 Women's World Cup, marking a historic moment for South American football. This decision came after the Brazilian bid triumphed over the joint bid from Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany, making Brazil the first South American country to host the prestigious tournament.

The International Day for Biological Diversity is annually observed on May 22. This day highlights the importance of biodiversity and encourages global action to protect and preserve it. It serves as a reminder of the crucial role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on Earth and aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

The Artara'24 Fine Arts Exhibition and Competition took place in Dubai, providing a prestigious platform for discovering and nurturing emerging artistic talents from India. Held at the Al Jalila Cultural Center, this event aimed to showcase the diverse talents of Indian artists residing in Dubai and celebrate cultural diversity through art.

Tata Motors has partnered with Bajaj Finance to offer financing programs for their authorized passenger and electric vehicle dealers. This collaboration aims to streamline financing options and support the business operations of these dealers, providing them with financial capital to capitalize on opportunities in the growing passenger vehicles market.

AstraZeneca is constructing a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Singapore with a focus on producing advanced cancer-fighting drugs known as antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This significant investment in Singapore's pharmaceutical landscape underscores AstraZeneca's commitment to expanding its global supply chain and leveraging Singapore's reputation for excellence in complex manufacturing.

The Supreme Court made a ruling in 1995, in the case of Indian Medical Association vs V P Shantha, regarding medical professionals' liability under the Consumer Protection Act. This ruling established that medical professionals could be sued in consumer court for providing faulty service, as defined by the Consumer Protection Act.

Ekta Bhayan secured the gold medal in the women's F51 club throw event at the World Para Athletic Championships with a season's best of 20.12m. This achievement adds to her previous successes, including a gold medal at the 2018 Asian Para Games in Jakarta and a bronze medal at the Asian Para Games in China.

Dr Bikramjit Chaudhuri has been appointed as the new Chief of Measurement Science & Analytics at BARC India. He brings with him extensive experience in statistics, market measurement, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, among other areas, making him a seasoned professional in the field.