Weekly Current Affairs Sept 1 2024 to Sept 8 2024

Weekly Current Affairs Sept 1 2024 to Sept 8 2024

The week of September 1st to 8th, 2024, was packed with significant events and developments across India and the world, spanning national, international, economic, defense, and sports news. This post captures the highlights of the week in various sectors.

National News

1. India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) 7th Foundation Day
   On September 2, 2024, the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) celebrated its 7th Foundation Day. Since its launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2018, the IPPB has played a crucial role in promoting financial inclusion, reaching out to the underserved populations across India.
2. PM Modi at Economic Times World Leaders Forum
   Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, emphasizing India’s 90% economic growth over the last decade. He reaffirmed the country’s commitment to sustained reforms to maintain this trajectory.
3. Commemorative Stamp for Supreme Court of India
   PM Modi unveiled a commemorative stamp celebrating 75 years of the Supreme Court of India during the District Judges Conference held in New Delhi. This event highlighted the nation’s judiciary and its pivotal role in upholding the Constitution.
4. Launch of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024
   Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi launched the 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The month-long campaign focuses on spreading awareness about nutrition, especially in rural and underserved areas, as part of India’s fight against malnutrition.
5. Human Rights Training in Manipur
   The University of Manipur successfully hosted a two-day Human Rights Training Programme in collaboration with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). This initiative aimed to educate and promote human rights awareness in the region.
6. Supreme Court Flag and Insignia Unveiled
   President Droupadi Murmu unveiled the new flag and insignia of the Supreme Court of India during a national judiciary conference in New Delhi, symbolizing the strength and integrity of India’s judiciary system.
7. Semiconductor Unit Approved in Gujarat
   The Union Cabinet approved a proposal by Kaynes Semicon Pvt Ltd to establish a semiconductor manufacturing unit in Sanand, Gujarat, further boosting India’s semiconductor industry.
8. Pandemic Drill in Rajasthan
   A large-scale pandemic preparedness drill, “Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas,” was conducted in Ajmer district from August 27-31, 2024, under the National One Health Mission. This exercise focused on strengthening the state’s response to potential future pandemics.
9. 23rd Law Commission Formed
   President Murmu approved the constitution of the 23rd Law Commission for a three-year term, from September 2024 to August 2027. This commission will focus on reviewing and updating Indian laws in tune with contemporary needs.
10. PM Modi’s Historic Visit to Brunei
    Prime Minister Modi made history by becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Brunei since diplomatic ties were established in 1984. His visit aims to strengthen India’s ties with Southeast Asia.

State News

1. Women’s Asian Champions Trophy to be Held in Rajgir, Bihar
   Rajgir, Bihar, will host the 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy in November. India will defend its title in this prestigious hockey tournament at the newly constructed Rajgir Hockey Stadium.
2. Uttar Pradesh’s IT Investment
   Uttar Pradesh announced a massive ₹33,500 crore investment to develop IT and ITeS hubs across five major cities, aiming to make the state a tech hub of India.
3. Madhya Pradesh Launches ‘Brindavan Gram’ Scheme
   The government of Madhya Pradesh unveiled the ‘Brindavan Gram’ scheme, aimed at transforming gram panchayats into model villages focusing on cow protection and rural development.

International News

1. IIT Delhi Opens Abu Dhabi Campus
   Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan inaugurated IIT Delhi’s first overseas campus in Abu Dhabi. This marks a new chapter in India’s educational outreach abroad.
2. India and UNESCO to Co-Host Chief Science Advisers’ Roundtable 2024
   India and UNESCO will jointly organize the 2024 Chief Science Advisers’ Roundtable (CSAR) in Paris, scheduled for September 6, 2024. The event aims to bring together global experts in science and technology.
3. Super Typhoon Yagi Strikes Southeast Asia
   Super Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm in over a decade, wreaked havoc across Southeast Asia, particularly affecting the Philippines and China’s Hainan province.

Appointments News

1. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed AOC-In-C, Central Air Command
   Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-In-C) of the Central Air Command on September 1, 2024.
2. V. Satish Kumar Appointed IOCL Chairman
   V. Satish Kumar took additional charge as the Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) after the tenure of Shrikant Madhav Vaidya came to an end.

Summits and Conferences News

1. First Joint Commanders Conference in Lucknow
   The Indian Armed Forces held their first Joint Commanders Conference in Lucknow, focusing on strategic planning and coordination among the three services.
2. Indian Coast Guard at 20th HACGAM in South Korea
   The Indian Coast Guard participated in the 20th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) held in Incheon, South Korea, to discuss maritime cooperation.

Banking News

1. POP Launches India’s First Multi-Brand Co-Branded Credit Card
   Fintech startup POP, in partnership with RuPay and Yes Bank, launched India’s first multi-brand co-branded credit card, aimed at enhancing daily spending across various categories like e-commerce, travel, and health.

Economy News

1. India’s GST Collections Rise by 10%
   India’s GST collections for August 2024 reached ₹1.75 lakh crore, marking a 10% year-on-year growth driven by robust domestic consumption and higher imports.

Science and Technology News

1. Google DeepMind’s Morni AI Project
   Google DeepMind launched the Morni AI project, which covers 125 Indic languages, including 73 languages that had no previous digital corpus.

Schemes News

1. AgriSURE Fund Launched
   Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the AgriSURE Scheme with a ₹750 crore fund to support agricultural and rural start-ups.

Defence News

1. India-France Naval Exercise Varuna
   The 21st edition of the India-France Naval Exercise Varuna was held in two phases in 2023. This exercise aimed to enhance joint naval operations and maritime security.

Sports News

1. India’s Paralympians Shine in Paris 2024
   India’s Paralympians, including Sumit Antil, Nishad Kumar, and Rubina Francis, bagged multiple medals, with Sumit Antil defending his gold in javelin throw.
2. NorthEast United FC Wins Durand Cup
   NorthEast United FC won its first Durand Cup title, defeating Mohun Bagan Super Giant 4-3 in penalties.

Important Days

1. National Nutrition Week 2024
   Observed from September 1 to 7, National Nutrition Week 2024 focused on raising awareness about the importance of nutrition.
2. Teacher’s Day 2024
   Celebrated on September 5, Teacher’s Day honored Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s birth anniversary and recognized the significant role of teachers.

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