Current Affairs - September 7, 2024 Current Affairs

The new STPs (Sewage Treatment Plants) under the Namami Gange projects in UP and Bihar focus on improving water quality and reducing pollution in the Ganga River. By addressing the contamination of the river, these projects provide clean water, benefiting both the ecosystem and local communities. Improved water quality enhances public health and promotes sustainable development in the region.

IIT Guwahati partnered with Airbus India to enhance aviation and logistics education, particularly in Assam. This partnership, in line with the UDAAN Scheme, aims to address skill gaps in the region while promoting innovation and socio-economic growth. Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, highlighted that this collaboration will significantly contribute to developing a skilled workforce, benefiting the northeastern region's overall progress.

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to reach 900 career goals during Portugal's 2-1 win over Croatia on September 5, 2024. His impressive goal tally spans his time at top clubs like Real Madrid, where he scored 450 goals, Manchester United with 145 goals, and 131 for the Portugal national team. Ronaldo now leads the list of all-time goal scorers, ahead of other legendary players such as Lionel Messi, Josef Bican, and Romario.

The Himachal Pradesh Assembly passed the Legislative Assembly (Allowances and Pension of Members) Amendment Bill 2024, which prevents MLAs disqualified under the anti-defection law from receiving pensions. This legislation was introduced by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and aims to ensure that MLAs disqualified under the Tenth Schedule no longer benefit from pensions, including provisions for recovering pensions already drawn. This measure reflects a commitment to uphold the integrity of the legislative process.

The Agni-4 Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM), successfully test-fired by India, has a range of 4,000 km. This missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is designed to cover significant distances with a payload capacity of 1,000 kg. The successful test launch from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha, on September 6, 2024, confirmed its capability and operational parameters, marking a notable advancement in India's missile technology and enhancing its strategic defence capabilities.

Jyoti Berwal won the gold medal in the 76 kg category at the U20 Wrestling World Championships in Spain by defeating Ukraine's Mariia Orlevych. This achievement marked India’s second consecutive U20 world title in women’s 76 kg wrestling, following Priya Malik’s win in 2023. Berwal's victory highlights the strength and success of India’s wrestling team, which also earned other medals at the event.

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, at 38, was sworn in as Thailand's youngest prime minister after the Constitutional Court ousted the previous prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, and dissolved the Pheu Thai Party. This marked a significant shift during a turbulent political period. Paetongtarn leads a new 36-member cabinet, setting a record with eight women in key positions, reflecting a fresh approach in Thailand’s leadership.

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori won the U.S. Open mixed doubles title in 2024 by defeating Taylor Townsend and Donald Young with scores of 7-6 (0), 7-5. This victory added to Errani’s illustrious career, which includes a Grand Slam win in women’s doubles with Roberta Vinci. The match was also notable as it marked the final professional appearance of Donald Young, who, along with Townsend, was retiring from tennis. The win was celebrated for its emotional significance and as an inspiration for future Black tennis players.

World Duchenne Awareness Day is observed on September 7th each year, as designated by the United Nations General Assembly. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle degeneration and weakness. The observance aims to highlight the challenges faced by those with DMD and to support ongoing research and advocacy efforts. The choice of this date helps focus global attention on improving understanding and treatment for this debilitating condition.

Praveen Kumar secured the gold medal in Men’s High Jump T64 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, marking India's 6th gold medal of the event. With this victory, India reached a significant milestone of 25 medals in the Games. Derek Loccident from the USA won silver with a jump of 2.06m, while Poland’s Maciej Lepiato and Uzbekistan’s Temurbek Giyazov shared the bronze, both clearing 2.03m.

The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is observed on September 7th. This day, designated by the United Nations, is a global call to action aimed at addressing the critical issue of air pollution. It emphasizes the need for urgent measures to improve air quality and mitigate its effects on human health, climate change, and economic stability. By marking this day, the international community is encouraged to invest in solutions for cleaner air and to raise awareness about the environmental and health impacts of air pollution.