Daily Current Affairs 02nd September 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Celebrates 7th Foundation Day

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), a key player in driving financial inclusion across India, proudly marked its 7th Foundation Day on September 2, 2024. Since its nationwide launch in 2018 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the IPPB has been instrumental in transforming India’s financial landscape by providing accessible, affordable, and trusted digital banking services to underserved and unbanked families at their doorstep.

PM Modi’s Address at Economic Times World Leaders Forum

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Economic Times World Leaders Forum in New Delhi, where he highlighted India’s economic growth, governance, and global ambitions. PM Modi emphasized that India’s economy has grown by 90% over the last decade, significantly outpacing the global economy’s 35% growth. He attributed this success to sustained reforms and assured that the government remains committed to continued growth.

Prime Minister Modi Releases Commemorative Stamp for 75 Years of Supreme Court

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a commemorative postage stamp celebrating 75 years of the Supreme Court of India during the inaugural session of the District Judges Conference at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event was attended by Supreme Court Chief Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, Minister of Law & Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, and other dignitaries.

Union Minister Smt Annpurna Devi Launches 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024

The 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah was launched today at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking a significant step towards enhancing nutrition awareness and well-being across the nation. The event featured prominent figures such as Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi, Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel, and Gujarat’s Minister of Women and Child Development Smt. Bhanuben Babariya, alongside senior officials from both the Government of India and the State Government of Gujarat.

Two-Day Human Rights Training Programme Concluded Successfully

The University of Manipur, in collaboration with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), successfully hosted a two-day ‘Training Programme on Human Rights in India’ on 30th August 2024 at the Court Hall, Manipur University. The event saw participation from over 100 legal experts, academicians, human rights defenders, and students.

State News

Bihar’s Rajgir To Host 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: Hockey India

In a historic step towards developing sports infrastructure in Bihar, Hockey India announced that the upcoming Hockey Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 will be held in Rajgir from November 11 to 20. The tournament will take place at the newly constructed Rajgir Hockey Stadium, where India will defend their title against teams from China, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, and Korea.

Appointments News

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Takes Over As AOC-In-C, Central Air Command

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Vayu Sena Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal, assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command on September 1. Air Marshal Dixit was commissioned into the fighter stream of IAF on December 6, 1986. The Air Officer is an experimental test pilot and a qualified flying instructor with more than 3300 hours of flying experience on a variety of aircraft in the IAF inventory.

V. Satish Kumar Takes Additional Charge as IOCL Chairman

V. Satish Kumar, the director (marketing) of Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL), has assumed additional charge as the chairman, following the completion of Shrikant Madhav Vaidya’s tenure. Kumar, who has been with IOCL for 35 years, has held key positions across various regions and led significant initiatives in the company’s marketing division.

Economy News

GST Collections Increase by 10% to ₹1.75 Lakh Crore in August

In August 2024, India’s GST collections reached ₹1.75 lakh crore, marking a 10% year-on-year growth compared to ₹1.59 lakh crore in August 2023. This increase reflects robust domestic consumption and higher imports. The central government collected ₹30,862 crore, while states collected ₹38,411 crore before adjustments. IGST on imports and inter-state sales amounted to ₹93,621 crore.

Award News

President Emmanuel Macron Awarded Olympic Order in Gold for Paris 2024 Success

In a ceremony that underscored his exceptional contributions to the Olympic movement, President Emmanuel Macron of France was awarded the Olympic Order in gold. This prestigious distinction was bestowed upon him by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in recognition of his unwavering support for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and his commitment to the Olympic ideals championed by Pierre de Coubertin. Macron’s involvement was pivotal in making the Paris 2024 edition a resounding success, symbolizing global unity and the enduring power of sport.

Legendary Animator Hayao Miyazaki Receives Prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award

In a momentous recognition of his contributions to the world of animation and storytelling, Hayao Miyazaki, the renowned Japanese film director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, has been awarded the esteemed Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2024. This honor, often referred to as “Asia’s Nobel Prize,” underscores Miyazaki’s profound impact on both the art of animation and global cultural discourse.

Sports News

Rubina Francis Wins Bronze In Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1

Rubina Francis etched her name in Paralympic history on August 31, with a bronze medal in Paris. She rose on the occasion and clinched a bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol SH1 event. Para-athletes never have an easy journey, as they have to fight against all odds and show grit and resilience to reach the top, which was also the case with Rubina.

Preethi Pal Becomes First Indian Woman To Win Two Paralympic Medals In Athletics

At Paris Paralympics 2024, Indian Para Athlete Preethi Pal secured yet another medal for India, clinching a Bronze medal in the Women’s 200 meters – T35 Final. She won the medal with a personal best timing of 30.01 seconds. With this win, she became the first track and field Indian Woman Para Athlete to win two medals at the Paralympics.

Nishad Kumar’s Silver Jump Adds To India’s Medal Haul At Paris Paralympics

India’s Nishad Kumar secured a silver medal in the men’s T47 high jump final at the Paris Paralympics on September 2. Kumar, who previously claimed silver in Tokyo, recorded his season-best jump of 2.04 meters to finish in second place. Townsend-Roberts of the United States claimed the gold medal with a season-best jump of 2.08 meters, pulling ahead of India’s Nishad Kumar. Russia’s Georgii Margiev took home the bronze.

Important days

National Nutrition Week 2024, September 1 to 7

National Nutrition Week (NNW) is an annual observance in India, taking place from September 1 to 7. This week-long event is dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role of nutrition in our lives and promoting healthy eating habits among people of all ages.

World Coconut Day 2024 Observed on September 2

World Coconut Day was established in 2009 by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC), an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. The APCC, representing 19 coconut-producing countries in the Asia-Pacific region, chose September 2 to commemorate the organization’s founding in 1969.