Daily Current Affairs 21st September 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

International News

Nepal Celebrates Ninth Anniversary of Constitution Declaration

Nepal marked a significant milestone in its democratic journey by celebrating the ninth anniversary of the declaration of its constitution. The nation erupted in jubilant festivities, with the capital city of Kathmandu at the epicenter of the celebrations.

Banking News

YES BANK and Paisabazaar Launch Feature-rich ‘PaisaSave’ Cashback Credit Card

Paisabazaar, India’s leading online marketplace for consumer credit and free credit score platform, has partnered with YES BANK, India’s sixth largest private sector bank, to unveil their co-branded credit card – YES BANK Paisabazaar PaisaSave Credit Card.

Awards News

Magnus Carlsen, Judit Polgar felicitated at FIDE 100 Awards

Magnus Carlsen and Judit Polgar were felicitated with the best male and female player awards, respectively at the FIDE 100 Awards ceremony in Hungary. 

Dhruvi Patel wins Miss India Worldwide 2024

Dhruvi Patel, a Computer Information System student from the USA, has been declared the winner of Miss India Worldwide 2024, the longest running Indian pageant outside of India.

Appointments News

World boxing champion Nikhat Zareen joins Telangana police as DSP

Renowned Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen has reported for duty as Deputy Superintendent of Police after handing over her joining report to the Director General of Police Jitender.

Defence News

Raksha Mantri flags-in first-of-its-kind Open Water Swimming Expedition to 21 Islands of Andaman & Nicobar

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, flagged-in, in New Delhi, a first-of-its-kind Open Water Swimming Expedition to the 21 Islands of the Andaman & Nicobar archipelago named after the Param Vir Chakra (PVC) Awardees.

State News

PM Modi lays foundation stone for PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Park in Maharashtra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel Park (PM MITRA)  in Maharashtra’s Amravati.

Science and Technology News

India’s third home-built 700 MWe nuclear reactor achieves criticality

The nuclear power reactor that achieved criticality is the first of a new series of Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) to be built at Rajasthan Atomic Power Project in Rawatbhata.

Summits and Conferences

2nd Global Food Regulators Summit 2024: Advancing Global Food Safety

The second edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit was inaugurated on September 20, 2024, in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in international cooperation for food safety and regulation. This high-profile event, organized alongside the 3rd World Food India 2024, brings together food regulators and experts from around the world to discuss critical issues in food safety and standards.

Ranks & Reports

India Achieves Tier 1 Status in Global Cybersecurity Index 2024

In a remarkable achievement for the nation’s digital landscape, India has secured Tier 1 status in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024, published by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This prestigious recognition places India among the world’s top cybersecurity performers, showcasing the country’s commitment to robust digital safety practices on a global scale.

Kerala Retains Top Spot In India Food Index for Second Consecutive Year

Kerala has once again secured first position in the State Food Safety Index (SFSI) 2024, marking the second consecutive year that the southern state has claimed the spot. The report was released in the inaugural session of FSSAI Global Food Regulators Summit 2024.

Sports News

14th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2024

The 14th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2024 concluded with an exhilarating finale on September 19, 2024, at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab. This prestigious event, organized by Hockey India, showcased the nation’s top young talent in a fierce competition that spanned from September 9 to September 19, 2024.

Jasprit Bumrah Joins Elite Club With 400 International Wickets

In a momentous achievement for Indian cricket, Jasprit Bumrah has become the 10th Indian bowler to reach the illustrious milestone of 400 international wickets. This feat was accomplished during the first Test against Bangladesh at Chennai, further cementing Bumrah’s status as one of India’s premier fast bowlers.

Important Days

International Day of Peace 2024: Cultivating a Culture of Peace

The year 2024 marks a significant milestone in the global pursuit of peace. As we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace, the world is reminded of the critical importance of fostering harmony and understanding among nations and individuals.