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Highlights of 18 November 2024 Current Affairs
- The CAG’s audit of the 74th Constitutional Amendment showed that while 17 out of 18 functions were devolved, only 4 were fully empowered.
- ULBs depend on state and central grants, with only 32% of revenue from their own sources. A 42% gap between revenue and expenditure was found.
- Many ULBs lack enough staff, making it hard to perform their tasks well.
- Six out of 14 states have 50% reservation for women in City Council seats, promoting gender equality in local government.
- Twenty-four coastal villages in Odisha were recognized as “Tsunami Ready” by UNESCO for their tsunami risk preparedness.
- National Press Day on November 16 celebrates the establishment of the Press Council of India in 1966, aiming to protect press freedom and journalism standards.
- Pensioners can now submit life certificates online through Jeevan Pramaan, avoiding visits to banks or post offices.
- The Climate Finance Report at CoP29 shows that $6.3–6.7 trillion per year is needed by 2030 for climate action, with $2.3–2.5 trillion needed in emerging markets.
- The Ministry of Defence launched the AI-powered e-Tarang system to ensure interference-free operation of defense equipment during wartime and peacetime.
- BSNL launched India’s first Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite connectivity, bringing satellite communication technology to everyday use.
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