Current Affairs — 17 October 2024
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Thu, 17 Oct 2024
PM addresses International Abhidhamma Divas and celebration of Pali's recognition as a classical language
On 17 October 2024, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the International Abhidhamma Divas ceremony, which also celebrated the recognition of Pali as a classical language.
Indian Railways cuts Advance Reservation Period from 120 days to 60 days from 1 November 2024
On 17 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Railways announced that the Advance Reservation Period for train tickets will be cut from 120 days to 60 days (excluding the date of journey) with effect from 1 November 2024.
Nayab Singh Saini sworn in as Haryana Chief Minister for the second time
On 17 October 2024, at Dussehra Ground, Panchkula (Haryana), Nayab Singh Saini took oath as Chief Minister of Haryana for the second time; Governor Bandaru Dattatraya administered the oath.
CJI D.Y. Chandrachud recommends Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, it was reported that Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud had written to the Union Law Ministry recommending Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the 51st Chief Justice of India.
CJI inaugurates AROHA-2024, AIIA's first international conference on Ayurveda
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud inaugurated AROHA-2024, the first-ever international conference of the All India Institute of Ayurveda, on its 8th foundation day.
Namami Gange 2.0: four sewerage projects completed in UP and Bihar; Saharanpur STP agreement signed
On 17 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Jal Shakti said four sewerage projects worth ₹492 crore in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar were completed under Namami Gange Mission 2.0 in Q2 of FY 2024-25.
149th IPU Assembly concludes in Geneva; Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led Indian delegation
On 17 October 2024, in Geneva, the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (13-17 October) concluded; Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led the Indian Parliamentary Delegation.
ETAI Framework and Guidelines for trustworthy AI in the armed forces launched
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, CDS General Anil Chauhan and DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat launched the Evaluating Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (ETAI) Framework and Guidelines for the Armed Forces.
Government and Meta launch 'Scam se Bacho' campaign against online scams
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Government and Meta launched 'Scam se Bacho', a national user awareness campaign to tackle rising online scams.
CBDT issues revised guidelines for compounding of offences under the Income-tax Act
On 17 October 2024, in India, the Central Board of Direct Taxes issued revised guidelines for compounding of offences under the Income-tax Act, 1961, simplifying the procedure and lowering compounding charges.
'Pavana Chitra', India's first airport-based self-powered indoor air quality monitor, unveiled at Thiruvananthapuram
On 17 October 2024, at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, Kerala, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh unveiled Pavana Chitra, India's first airport-based self-powered indoor air quality monitoring facility.
INST Mohali develops nose-to-brain drug delivery for brain tuberculosis
On 17 October 2024, the Department of Science and Technology said scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, Punjab, developed chitosan nano-aggregates to deliver TB drugs to the brain through the nose.
₹1,255.59 crore approved for 4-lane Northern Patiala Bypass in Punjab
On 17 October 2024, in Punjab, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced approval of ₹1,255.59 crore for a 28.9 km, 4-lane access-controlled Northern Patiala Bypass.