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Highlights of November 3rd Week Current Affairs
- The Supreme Court set guidelines to ensure proper procedures are followed when demolishing properties linked to accused criminals, protecting families from unfair loss of homes.
- SBI, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank continue to be classified as important banks, showing their key role in maintaining the economy and financial security.
- Samantha Harvey won the Booker Prize 2024 for her novel Orbital, a story set on the International Space Station with an exciting plot.
- 2024 is expected to be the hottest year on record, with global temperatures 1.54°C higher than pre-industrial levels, continuing worrying climate patterns.
- Greenland is losing 30 million tons of ice every hour, which is raising sea levels and speeding up glacier melting around the world.
- Thiruvananthapuram became the first Indian city to win the Shanghai Award for promoting sustainable urban development and green living practices.
- MS Dhoni was chosen as the brand ambassador for the Jharkhand Assembly Elections to raise awareness and encourage more people to vote.
- CSIR-NIScPR launched the SVASTIK initiative to connect traditional knowledge with modern science for the benefit of society and future generations.
- The global sea level rise has doubled in the past 30 years, and it’s expected to keep increasing by 2050, causing more risks to coastal areas.
- The Supreme Court decided that a 15-day notice must be given before demolitions, with a hearing and video recording of the entire process.
- Janjatiya Gaurav Divas is celebrated on 15th November to honor India’s Tribal Communities and marks the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, a tribal leader and freedom fighter.
- Birsa Munda, born on 15th November 1875, led the Ulgulan Movement in 1899 against British rule and promoted tribal identity. He died in 1900.
- The Union Budget 2024-25 allocated Rs 13,000 crore to the Ministry of Tribal Affairs for the welfare of tribal communities.
- The DAJGUA Scheme has Rs 79,156 crore to improve infrastructure in tribal areas, benefiting 5.38 crore people in 63,843 villages.
- PM JANMAN Scheme, launched in 2023, supports Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) with healthcare, financial inclusion, and community programs.
- Pradhan Mantri Adi Adarsh Gram Yojana aims to provide infrastructure in 36,500 villages with significant tribal populations.
- Operation Dronagiri, launched by the Department of Science and Technology, uses Geospatial Technologies to improve quality of life and business. It starts in five states.
- World Diabetes Day is observed on 14th November, commemorating the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting. The 2024 theme is “Access to Diabetes Care.”
- The MATES Scheme allows Indian graduates to work in Australia for 2 years. Eligible candidates must be from the top 100 Indian universities.
- Researchers discovered the world’s largest coral colony in the Solomon Islands, located in the South-Western Pacific. The capital is Honiara.
- 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.
- State Finance Commissions have been set up in all states except Arunachal Pradesh, with only 9 states constituting their 6th SFC, which was due by 2019-20.
- The 4th Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on AMR in Jeddah outlined steps to combat antimicrobial resistance, including data-sharing platforms and regional hubs.
- Cairn Oil & Gas became the first Indian company to join the UN’s Methane Reduction Initiative, aiming for Net Zero Carbon by 2030 with a methane emissions reduction target.
- India and Japan signed a MoU to co-develop the UNICORN antenna system for the Indian Navy, marking India’s first military tech transfer pact with Japan.
- Ayushman Vaya Vandana Yojana, launched in October 2024, enrolled over 10 lakh senior citizens, offering free healthcare to those aged 70 and above.
- Prime Minister Modi was awarded Nigeria’s Grand Commander of Order of Niger during his historic visit, the second-highest honor from Nigeria.
- Gujarat became the first state in India to implement a dedicated Semiconductor Policy (2022-2027), aimed at driving the semiconductor industry.
- The BRIC National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute was inaugurated in Mohali to boost India’s agri-food sector with advanced biotechnology.
- India’s first Writer’s Village (Lekhak Gaon) was inaugurated in Dehradun, creating a creative space for writers and literary events.
- India successfully tested a hypersonic missile off Odisha’s coast, showcasing advanced missile capabilities developed by DRDO.
- The G20 Summit in Rio, hosted by Brazil, focused on trade, climate change, and security, with leaders like Modi, Biden, and Xi participating.
- Brazil’s G20 agenda emphasized sustainable development, taxing the rich, and poverty alleviation, with Biden pledging funds for the World Bank and clean energy.
- The FF-NPT aims to phase out fossil fuel extraction and promote renewable energy, supported by Pacific Island nations and coal producers like Colombia.
- The GRAI 2023 was launched to assess grievance redressal in Indian government organizations, with top rankings for Agriculture, CAG, and Investment Departments.
- The Chennai-Vladivostok Eastern Maritime Corridor became operational, shortening the sea route to Russia’s East Coast.
- India’s GSAT-N2 satellite, launched by SpaceX, aims to enhance data and internet services across the subcontinent for 14 years.
- The UAE launched the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance to double global energy efficiency by 2030 and reduce emissions.
- World Toilet Day, observed on November 19, aims to address global sanitation issues, aligning with SDG 6 for water and sanitation.
- India ranked 23rd on the Sustainable Trade Index, which assesses economies on economic, environmental, and societal growth.
- The Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh was declared India’s 56th tiger reserve.
- Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029 focuses on enhancing cooperation in sectors like Defence, Trade, Energy, and Space, discussed at the G20 summit.
- India’s Maritime Developments include projects like the Chennai-Vladivostok Corridor and IMEC, with Rs 80 lakh crore investment in maritime infrastructure.
- The G20 Rio de Janeiro Declaration highlights sustainable growth, social inclusion, and climate action to tackle global challenges.
- COP29 launched initiatives like the Reducing Methane from Organic Waste Declaration and the Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative for sustainable farming.
- FAO’s 2024 Yearbook shows a decline in agriculture’s GDP share and highlights India’s role in organic farming and irrigation.
- Russia’s new Nuclear Doctrine expands conditions for nuclear retaliation, including responses to aerial attacks and NATO aggression.
- Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2023 was awarded to Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad for their efforts in promoting peace in the Middle East.
- India will host a World Anti-Doping Agency training session in New Delhi to promote doping-free sport.
- India’s USD 5 million contribution to UNRWA supports Palestinian refugees in the Middle East for 2024-25.
- African Penguins were declared critically endangered by the IUCN, marking the first penguin species to receive this status.
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