October Monthly Current Affairs 2024

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• The key petitioner in the historic right to privacy case, Justice K.S. Puttaswamy, died on Monday at the age of 98. He passed away more than seven years after the Supreme Court declared that everyone has the right to privacy.
• In an effort to streamline birth and death registration and incorporate technology into administration, Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled the Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile application on October 29, 2024.
• At Hollywood's Dolby Theatre, Oscar-winning director Francis Ford Coppola will receive the 50th instalment of the AFI Life Achievement Award.
• Recently, Brazil decided not to participate in China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This choice represents a significant change in Brazil's strategy for foreign cooperation and investment.
• Harare, Zimbabwe is hosting the first Climate and Health Africa Conference (CHAC 2024) from October 29 to October 31. The goal of this conference is to include Africa in the global conversation on health and climate change.
• Important Indian government structures, such as Parliament and Rashtrapati Bhavan, were lit in red. This occasion was a component of the "Act4Dyslexia" initiative. Raising awareness of dyslexia and other learning disorders was the goal.
• The season's first snowfall has not yet fallen on Japan's famous Mount Fuji.
• The Civil Registration System (CRS) smartphone application was introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The goal of this project is to combine government with technology.
• The Jaipur district's little village of Aandhi is embracing a zero-waste philosophy. Green technology is the driving force behind this project. The village wants to turn different kinds of garbage into useful resources. 
• During COP16, the Protected Planet Report 2024 was published. Since the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) at COP15 in 2022, this report has documented advancements.
• The Standard Veterinary Treatment Guidelines (SVTGs) for cattle and poultry were published by the Indian Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD).
• Swavlamban-2024, the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, got underway in New Delhi on October 29, 2024. The seminar is on its third edition.
• Greenhouse gas concentrations hit a record high in 2023. In just twenty years, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) observed an increase of more than 10%.
• The BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute was established in India by Dr. Jitendra Singh. This is the nation's first biomanufacturing institute, intending to use cutting-edge biotechnology to transform the agri-food industry.
• According to the World Justice Project's 2024 Rule of Law Index, India is ranked 79th out of 142 nations. 
• Taiwan is no longer home to the clouded leopard. According to recent studies, the island remains ideal for the reintroduction of this species.
• The Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) 2024 was introduced by the Rajasthani government. The goal of this program is to increase private investment in a number of industries.
• A significant conservation effort has been started by the Pune Forest Department. The wolf, jackal, fox, civet, and hyena are the five wild animal species that are the subject of this study.
• On October 28, 2024, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is scheduled to officially launch the Thottiyar Hydroelectric project in Idukki. 
• A new framework for improving cooperation with the Indian private sector was announced by the US, Japan, and South Korea. The goal of this project is to assist India's digital infrastructure.
• "The Harry Messel Award" was given to Bibhab Kumar Talukdar in recognition of his leadership in conservation. The International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Species Survival Commission presented this honour.
• A damning report at the Convention on Biological Diversity's COP16 highlighted the risks that the Coral Triangle faces from the growth of fossil fuels.
• The Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary in Assam is in danger. Previously a flourishing home for numerous bird species, it is currently seeing a significant drop in avian diversity. 
• India's top export destination for defence products is now Armenia. Defence exports reached a high of Rs 21,083 crore (about $2.63 billion) in the fiscal year 2023–2024.
• An estimated Rs 1,000 crore has been lost by numerous Indians as a result of the Hibox app scam.
• In Vadodara, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened a new facility. The Indian Air Force's (IAF) C-295 aircraft will be produced at this facility.
• Deepak Agarwal was named the regular Managing Director (MD) of the National Agriculture Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd (NAFED) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
• Saudi Arabia has started work on the Mukaab, which it hopes to be the world's largest structure. 
• From October 18 to 20, 2024, the 8th Uttarakhand Bird Festival was held at Benog Wildlife Sanctuary, which is close to Mussoorie. 
• Iran and Saudi Arabia recently engaged in military drills in the Sea of Oman. 
• The Pandemic Fund Project was introduced in New Delhi by Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh. The goal of this project is to improve India's animal health security.
• "Abhay," the Indian Navy's seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was launched. L&T in Kattupalli hosted the launch, which was presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar.
• A rare muscular condition is called neuraline myopathy. It mostly affects the skeletal muscles, which are necessary for mobility.
• In India, a Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) has been assigned to about 30% of rural land parcels. Each land parcel will be given a 14-digit alpha-numeric identity as part of this effort. 
• AI and Meta announced a significant partnership. At IIT Jodhpur, they established the Centre for Generative AI, Srijan (सृजन). In India, this project seeks to promote open-source artificial intelligence (AI).
• The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) in India is being revitalised by the Union Ministry of Culture. The goal of this project is to save old manuscripts and literature.
• In Vazhachal, Kerala, the Kadar tribe started a ground-breaking initiative to repair invasive species-damaged natural woodlands.
• With a score of 45.5 out of 100, India is ranked 176th in the Global Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2024. 
• A new language model called Sarvam-1 has been released by Sarvam AI, a growing force in India's generative AI market. This open-source paradigm was created especially for Indian languages.
• One of the main themes of the India Mobile Congress 2024 (IMC 2024) was artificial intelligence (AI). 750 of the more than 900 technology use cases at the New Delhi-hosted event were AI-related.
• Semaglutide, which is present in diabetic and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD) in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.
• Punjab's paddy harvesting has slowed as of October 2024. Approximately 90% of the purchased harvest is still stranded in mandis (grain markets) despite excellent weather. 
• Manas National Park in Assam is home to the Asiatic golden cat. This is a significant advancement in conservation.
• India is becoming a significant force in the esports market. The International Esports Federation (IESF) and the Skillhub Online Games Federation (SOGF) announced their collaboration to hold the first international Esports championship in India on October 26, 2024.
• Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank will launch a novel project called "Writers' Village" (Lekhak Gaon), which is located close to Dehradun.
• The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati hosted the 2024 Leadership Summit. The theme of the event was "Grooming Young Talents."
• From October 23 to 29, 2024, Visakhapatnam will host the 31st Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX). 
• Today in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the 17th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition got underway.
• At Telangana's Lower Manair Dam, a significant occurrence took place. There were between 150 and 200 rare Indian Skimmer birds observed. This is the first time these birds have been sighted in Telangana.
• The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment initiated the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI).
• A crucial milestone was reached in India's conservation efforts. At the Sudasari Great Indian Bustard Breeding Centre in Rajasthan, a newborn great Indian bustard was created via artificial insemination.
• The pressing problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) was discussed by the UN General Assembly. They classified it as a serious threat to world health. The assembly emphasised the One Health strategy and demanded quick action.
• India's 51st Chief Justice, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, was appointed. On November 11, 2024, he is scheduled to take the oath of office.
• An E. coli outbreak connected to tainted food is presently occurring in the United States. This instance highlights the dangers posed by E. coli, a common bacterium that can be encountered in a variety of settings.
• Every year on October 24, we commemorate World Polio Day. It seeks to increase public awareness of the battle against poliomyelitis.
• The Pakistani Punjab government declared its intention to use artificial rain to alleviate the extreme pollution in Lahore.
• Israel struck a building in Beirut, Lebanon, with a SPICE 2000 bomb. Because of the bomb's capacity for destruction and the continuing conflict in the area, this occurrence has garnered attention.
• Every year on October 24, we commemorate United Nations Day. The United Nations (UN) was established on this day in 1945. 
• Great Nicobar Island's Galathea Bay port was named India's thirteenth significant port. This comes 25 years after Kamarajar Port was established as the 12th major port.
• The Indian Army hosts the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, a significant international conference, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. 
• The Kartarpur Corridor deal was extended for an additional five years by India and Pakistan. 
• At Visakhapatnam's Ship Building Centre, India launched the S4, its fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). Compared to its predecessor, INS Arihant (S2), this submarine is more sophisticated.
• Section 6A of the Citizenship Act of 1955 was affirmed as constitutional by the Supreme Court of India. A Constitution Bench with a 4:1 majority rendered this decision. 
• The first dry port in the state was opened in Bihar, close to Patna, by Industry Minister Nitish Mishra. Through cooperation with a commercial enterprise, this project seeks to increase exports of commodities produced in Bihar.
• The first guidelines for standardising the diagnosis and treatment of obesity were published by the Chinese National Health Commission. Currently, more than half of Chinese adults are obese or overweight.
• At Babina Field Firing Ranges, the Indian Army wrapped up the Swavlamban Shakti exercise.
• The "International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System" was introduced by North Eastern Region Communications and Development Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia. 
• The return of NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission to Earth is currently delayed. This delay is the result of severe weather in Florida's splashdown zones.
• In the Western Himalayas, a new species of snake has been discovered. It was given the name Anguiculus DiCaprio by scientists. Leonardo DiCaprio, an actor and environmentalist, is honoured by the species for his work protecting animals.
• After four years of discussions, a border agreement was concluded between China and India. Disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh is the main objective of this accord. 
• The Indian government started Mission Mausam. The goal of this project is to improve weather forecasting and control particular weather phenomena. 
• N Chandrababu Naidu, the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, has declared his intention to draft legislation urging citizens to have more children.
• For the 16th BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to Kazan, Russia. This summit comes after the group's growth the previous year. Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates are currently members of the BRICS alliance.
• The phrase "shadow fleet" has come up in conversations on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. It describes tanker ships that, frequently in violation of sanctions, deliver Russian crude oil to different nations.
• The Rome Declaration on Water Scarcity in Agriculture was ratified by Food and Agriculture Organisation member nations. 
• The Royal Navy of Oman and the Indian Navy participated in the significant bilateral naval exercise known as Naseem-Al-Bahr. From October 13 to 18, the exercise was conducted off the coast of Goa.
• Mission Basundhara 3.0 was introduced in Guwahati by Himanta Biswa Sarma, the chief minister of Assam. The goal of this project is to grant Assamese indigenous groups land rights.
• The World Health Organisation formally declared Egypt malaria-free. It is said that this accomplishment is "truly historic."
• Two 400 kg satellites were recently purchased by the Indian Space Research Organisation for the Space Docking Experiment, or SPADEX, a significant project.
• The "eShram-One Stop Solution" was introduced by the Indian government. The goal of this campaign is to increase unorganised workers' access to government programs. 
• The 26th Constitutional Amendment's draft was approved by Pakistan's federal cabinet. Political disagreements caused several delays before this decision was made. The goal of the amendment is to change the balance of power between the political executive and the judiciary and to improve the legal system. 
• As it gets ready to send people back to the moon by 2026, NASA's Artemis program is generating news. Almost two years have passed since the uncrewed Artemis 1 mission was successfully completed.
• India's workforce is evolving as a result of generative AI. Employees can concentrate on higher-value work since it increases productivity and automates repetitive chores.
• In Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced development projects totalling more than ₹6,100 crore. During this visit, important projects like the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital and airport renovations were inaugurated. 
• N. Chandrababu Naidu, the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, declared his intention to propose legislation mandating that candidates for local body elections have two or more children.
• In an effort to increase awareness of osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases, October 20th is designated as World Osteoporosis Day.
• It is anticipated that a new cyclone will develop in the Bay of Bengal. Dana, which translates to "beautiful, precious pearl" in Arabic, will be its name. Qatar suggested this name. 
• More than 500 million people worldwide suffer from diabetes. Every year, it causes around 7 million deaths. Elevated blood sugar levels are a hallmark of the illness. 
• Ameya Prabhu has been replaced as President of the Indian Chamber of Commerce by Abhyuday Jindal.
• At the Babina Field Firing Ranges close to Jhansi, the Indian Army's Sudarshan Chakra Corps is holding a significant exercise known as "Exercise SWAVLAMBAN SHAKTI."
• To increase safety at hazardous road curves where accidents frequently occur, researchers from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences have developed a unique road safety sensor.
• The Moonlight Lunar Communications and Navigation Services (LCNS) program is a new initiative by the European Space Agency (ESA).
• Madhu Bangarappa, the minister of education and literacy for Karnataka, introduced "Shiksha Copilot," an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered digital application. By assisting instructors and students in achieving better academic results, this technology seeks to enhance the educational system in government schools.
• According to the Fraser Institute's Economic Freedom of the World study, Hong Kong has surpassed Singapore to reclaim its position as the world's most free economy.
• For the second time, Nayab Singh Saini has been sworn in as Haryana's chief minister. This signifies that the state will be governed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for a third consecutive term.
• To make it simpler for consumers to terminate memberships and subscriptions, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US is implementing a new rule known as the "click-to-cancel" rule.
• "Scam se Bacho" is a safety campaign that Meta and the Indian government jointly sponsored. The goal of this two-month program is to teach Indians how to stay safe from internet fraud.
• The increasing demand for farmed salmon is making it more difficult for coastal communities to obtain reasonably priced fish, according to a study published in Science Advances on October 16, 2024.
• In Hyderabad, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) unveiled two crucial guidelines aimed at enhancing India's Carbon Market as part of the nation's climate change strategy.