Important current affairs from October 1 to October 7, 2024

Important current affairs from October 1 to October 7, 2024

October 1, 2024

1.       Cruise Bharat Mission Launched: Aiming to promote India as a global cruise tourism hub, with a target to double cruise passengers by 2029.

2.      India Lifts Export Ban on Non-Basmati Rice: After a temporary export ban, the government lifted restrictions with a minimum export price to stabilize the domestic market.

3.      India’s Green Hydrogen Project: India's first Green Hydrogen project in Hisar showcases the country’s commitment to clean energy.

4.      World Vegetarian Day Celebrations: Various states highlighted the importance of plant-based diets for health and environmental sustainability.

5.      Supreme Court Reviews Personal Laws: A significant hearing on uniform civil codes and changes to personal laws governing marriage, divorce, and inheritance began​

October 2, 2024

1.       Gandhi Jayanti Observed Nationwide: Celebrations included cleanliness drives as part of Swachh Bharat Mission.

2.      India Joins International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF): India becomes an affiliate member, improving global collaboration in medical device regulations.

3.      Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0: New projects launched under AMRUT to promote smart water management in urban areas.

4.      Google India Event 2024: Google announced AI-driven initiatives focused on education and healthcare.

5.      India’s Dairy Sector Boom: New data showed India remained the world’s largest producer of milk

October 3, 2024

1.       India-Maldives Bilateral Talks: Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu visited India, seeking financial and maritime cooperation.

2.      India Successfully Tests New VSHORADS Missile: The missile system aims to bolster the country’s air defense capabilities.

3.      National Conference on Renewable Energy: India reaffirmed its commitment to achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.

4.      PM Modi Inaugurates New AIIMS Campus in Madurai: Aimed at expanding healthcare infrastructure in southern India.

5.      Kochi Becomes India’s First Water Metro: The innovative public transport system was launched in Kerala​

October 4, 2024

1.       India Celebrates Wildlife Week: Events held across states to raise awareness on biodiversity conservation.

2.      DRDO Announces Indigenous Radar System Development: Part of Make in India, enhancing defense self-reliance.

3.      ISRO’s Mission Venus in 2028: Plans announced for a Venus mission to study the planet’s atmosphere and geology.

4.      India Launches G20 Global Initiative on Digital Public Goods: Leading efforts to share open-source tech solutions globally.

5.      National Teacher’s Day Celebrations: Recognizing contributions of educators with several awards

October 5, 2024

1.       India Prepares to Procure Early Warning Aircraft: The Air Force plans to buy 12 aircraft to enhance surveillance and defense readiness.

2.      Chhattisgarh Launches ‘Kaushalya Matritva Yojana’: New maternity benefit scheme aimed at improving maternal health in the state.

3.      India-US Joint Military Exercise: The "Yudh Abhyas" exercise between the Indian and U.S. armies began in Rajasthan.

4.      India-Nepal Infrastructure Talks: Agreements reached to boost connectivity through road and rail projects.

5.     Record Foreign Investment in India’s Pharma Sector: New data shows India’s pharmaceutical exports have surged

October 6, 2024

1.       World Cerebral Palsy Day Marked: Awareness events across India to support individuals living with cerebral palsy.

2.      India’s First Organic State: Sikkim celebrates its status as India’s first fully organic state, promoting sustainable agriculture.

3.      Mountaineers Missing on Chaukhamba Massif: Rescue operations launched for a team lost during a high-altitude expedition.

4.      India Ranks in Top 50 on Global Innovation Index: India’s rising position reflects its growing innovation ecosystem.

5.      Karnataka’s Mega Infrastructure Projects Launched: Major road and rail projects were inaugurated in Bengaluru​

October 7, 2024

1.       Banjara Virasat Museum Inaugurated: PM Modi opened the museum celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Banjara community.

2.      India Enters Global Energy Efficiency Hub: The Cabinet approved India’s participation in international energy efficiency programs.

3.      Malabar Naval Drill Concludes in Visakhapatnam: A multinational naval exercise, strengthening maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region.

4.      India Receives First Indigenous Nuclear Submarine: INS Arihant, designed and developed in India, was inducted into service.

5.      India Announces Sustainable Development Goals Summit for 2025: To be held in New Delhi, with global leaders invited to discuss progress toward achieving the SDGs