Current Affairs - Places

Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated Wings India 2024, Asia's largest aviation expo, at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad. This event signifies a major milestone in the Indian aviation sector, showcasing its growth and future potential.

Vice President Dhankhar inaugurated the 12th General Assembly of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace in New Delhi, emphasizing Buddha's wisdom as a transformative roadmap for inner peace, compassion, and non-violence amidst universal challenges.

Kachchhi Kharek, the historic date variety from Kutch, Gujarat, has received the second fruit-related geographical indication (GI) tag in the state, acknowledging its cultivation roots dating back 400-500 years.

S. Jaishankar is set to visit Uganda for the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit from January 15-20, 2024. The summit, involving 120 developing countries, aims to discuss global cooperation, solidarity, and common goals in politics, economics, and culture. India aims to strengthen ties with African nations, focusing on sustainable development, digital partnerships, and health infrastructure collaboration.

Ayodhya achieved a world record with the longest solar light line installation, connecting Ghats from Guptar Ghat to Jhunki Ghat and extending to Nayaghat. This initiative by the Ayodhya administration precedes the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony and aims to seamlessly link previously segmented ghats.