Daily Current Affairs 15th July 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates INS Towers in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the INS Towers at the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) Secretariat in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. This new facility is set to serve as a modern hub for the newspaper industry in Mumbai, addressing the evolving needs of INS members.

India’s Population to Peak at 1.7 Billion by 2060s Before Declining: UN Report

India’s population is projected to peak at 1.7 billion in the early 2060s before declining by 12%, as predicted by the United Nations’ World Population Prospects 2024 report. Despite the decline, India will remain the world’s most populous country throughout the 21st century.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates INS Towers in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the INS Towers at the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) Secretariat in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. This new facility is set to serve as a modern hub for the newspaper industry in Mumbai, addressing the evolving needs of INS members.

Centre Empowers Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir

The Centre has strengthened the authority of the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Jammu and Kashmir through amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. The amended rules, effective immediately upon publication in the Official Gazette, significantly enhance the LG’s powers, particularly in matters related to transfers, postings of all-India service officers, police, and judicial appointments.

State News

Second Regional Event of ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ to be held in Prayagraj, UP

The second regional event of the ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ campaign, under the aegis of Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA), is scheduled to take place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on the 16th of July 2024. This event commemorates the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution and India becoming a Republic.

CM Manik Saha Attends Kharchi Puja Celebrations In Agartala

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized the importance of educating the younger generation about the historical background of Kharchi Puja and its fourteen deities. The inauguration of the traditional festival at the Chaturdash Devta temple in old Agartala’s Khayerpur on June 14.

Bihar’s First Transgender Sub-Inspectors Make History

In a groundbreaking achievement, Manvi Madhu Kashyap and two other transgender individuals have made history by becoming the first transwoman sub-inspectors in Bihar Police. Despite facing rejection and discrimination from coaching centers, Kashyap persevered and cleared the Bihar Police Subordinate Selection Commission (BPSSC) exams. Her success marks a significant milestone for transgender rights and representation in law enforcement.

Appointments News

Government Appoints Robert J Ravi as New CMD of BSNL

The Indian government has made a significant move in the telecommunications sector by appointing Robert Jerard Ravi as the new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). This appointment, effective from July 15, 2024, marks a new chapter for the state-run telecom operator.

Paytm Payments Bank Appoints Arun Bansal as New CEO

Paytm Payments Bank, an associate entity of One97 Communications (OCL), has appointed Arun Kumar Bansal as its new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Bansal, a former executive at IDBI Bank, resigned from his position as Executive Director and Head of Treasury at IDBI Bank following the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) approval of his appointment. In his resignation letter, Bansal requested relief from his services at IDBI Bank on or before June 25, as the former MD and CEO of Paytm PB, Surinder Chawla, was set to retire on June 26.

Banking News

World Bank Approves $1.5 Billion Loan For Low Carbon Energy Sector

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors June 28, approved $1.5 billion in financing for a second operation to help India accelerate the development of low-carbon energy. The operation will seek to promote the development of a vibrant market for green hydrogen, continue to scale up renewable energy, and stimulate finance for low-carbon energy investments.

Business News

Jio Financial Services Gets RBI Nod to Become Core Investment Company

Jio Financial Services has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to transition from a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to a Core Investment Company (CIC). Following this announcement, the company’s shares saw an increase of over 2% on the NSE.

Summits and Conferences News

World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit From 20th -24th November In Goa

India will host the first World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit in November alongside the International Film Festival of India in Goa. I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw promising to strengthen the ecosystem for the protection of intellectual property rights in the media and entertainment sector.

Sports News

Wimbledon 2024 Final, Check Complete Winners List

Carlos Alcaraz defended his Wimbledon title as he defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in the Wimbledon 2024 final. At 21, Alcaraz is the youngest player in open era to win men’s singles at Wimbledon and Roland Garros in the same year. On Women’s Category, Barbora Krejcikova defeated Jasmine Paolini in their Wimbledon 2024 singles showdown, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London.

Spain Clinches Euro 2024 Title with Dramatic Victory over England

In a thrilling finale to Euro 2024, Spain secured their fourth European Championship trophy with a nail-biting 2-1 victory over England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. This win cements Spain’s status as the most successful nation in the tournament’s history and marks their third title in the last five editions.

India Champions Triumph in World Championship of Legends 2024

In a riveting finale of the World Championship of Legends 2024, India Champions clinched a memorable victory against their arch-rivals Pakistan Champions by five wickets. The match, held at Edgbaston on July 13, 2024, showcased the enduring spirit of cricket and the fierce competition between these two cricketing powerhouses.

Important Days

World Youth Skills Day 2024: Know Date, Theme, and History

World Youth Skills Day, observed annually on July 15th, was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. This day serves as a global platform to highlight the importance of equipping young people with skills essential for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship. As we approach the 2024 celebration, the theme “Youth Skills for Peace and Development” takes center stage, emphasizing the crucial role of young people in fostering peace and driving sustainable development.