Current Affairs - National

Wings India 2024, the major civil aviation event, will take place at Hyderabad’s Begumpet Airport in Telangana from January 18 to 21. The event is jointly organized by the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MOCA) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Indian Industry (FICCI), featuring cutting-edge aviation technology and machinery.

India ranks 80th in the 2024 Henley Passport Index, indicating it provides visa-free access to 62 destinations. This position reflects the country's standing in global travel freedom, showcasing its passport's level of acceptance worldwide.

The ANUBHAV Awards Scheme is initiated by the Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare (DoPPW) as an innovative platform to acknowledge the contributions made by retired officials to nation-building during their tenure in government service.

The 27th National Youth Festival was inaugurated by the Prime Minister in Nashik, Maharashtra, on January 12th, 2024, with the theme "MYBharat-ViksitBharat@2047," emphasizing the empowerment of young minds.

'Prasadam,' India's first hygienic food street, was inaugurated in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, by Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. The event took place at Neelkanth Van, Mahakal Lok, and was attended by prominent officials, including Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav and Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla.