Daily Current Affairs 30th August 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

Ranks and Reports News

Hurun India Rich List 2024: Mumbai’s Named as Asia’s Billionaire Capital

The Hurun India Rich List 2024 has unveiled a significant shift in the landscape of wealth distribution across Asia, with Mumbai emerging as the new “billionaire capital of Asia”. This development marks a pivotal moment in the economic narrative of India and Asia at large, showcasing the growing financial prowess of India’s commercial hub.

Agreements News

Infosys And NVIDIA Revolutionize Telecom With GenAI Solutions

Infosys has expanded its partnership with NVIDIA to develop generative AI solutions tailored for telecom operators. Utilizing NVIDIA’s NIM inference microservices, NeMo Retriever models, NeMo Guardrails, and Riva. Infosys aims to enhance telecommunication operations and customer service. Early results show significant improvements in latency and accuracy.

Schemes News

Union Minister Launches SHe-Box Portal to Enhance Workplace Safety for Women

The Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Annapurna Devi, launched the new SHe-Box portal, a centralized platform aimed at making workplaces safer for women by addressing complaints of sexual harassment. The launch event, held in New Delhi, also included the introduction of a revamped ministry website.

Summits and Conferences News

INDUS-X Summit 2024

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum announced the third edition of the India-US Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit at Stanford University on Sept 9-10, 2024. The summit will focus on leveraging private investment to advance defense innovation and will feature top policymakers, panel discussions, and a tech expo.

Sports News

Bangladesh Triumphs in SAFF U-20 Championship 2024

Bangladesh has emerged as the new champion of the SAFF (South Asian Football Federation) U-20 Championship football tournament. This victory marks a significant milestone in Bangladesh’s football history, as it is the first time the nation has claimed this prestigious title. The tournament, which showcased the talent of young South Asian footballers, concluded with a thrilling final match that saw Bangladesh defeat the host nation, Nepal.

Important Days

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances 2024

The International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, observed annually on August 30th, sheds light on a horrific practice that continues to plague societies worldwide. Enforced disappearances, a tool of oppression and terror, involve the arrest or abduction of individuals by state actors, followed by a refusal to acknowledge their whereabouts or fate. This article delves into the history, impact, and global prevalence of this human rights violation.