Current Affairs — 24 October 2024
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Thu, 24 Oct 2024
Cabinet approves ₹1,000 crore Venture Capital Fund for space sector under IN-SPACe
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved a ₹1,000 crore Venture Capital Fund for the space sector under the aegis of IN-SPACe, expected to support about 40 startups.
CCEA approves two railway projects worth ₹6,798 crore, including new line to Amaravati
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved two railway projects worth about ₹6,798 crore: doubling of 256 km in north Bihar and a 57 km new line between Errupalem and Namburu via Amaravati.
Gram Panchayat-level weather forecasting launched by Panchayati Raj Ministry and IMD
On 24 October 2024, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh and Dr Jitendra Singh launched Gram Panchayat-level weather forecasting, giving over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats five-day forecasts and hourly updates.
MoD signs ₹387.44 crore contract with Chowgule, Goa for six Air Cushion Vehicles for Coast Guard
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Defence signed a ₹387.44 crore contract with Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa, for six Air Cushion Vehicles (hovercraft) for the Indian Coast Guard.
Rajnath Singh at Chanakya Defence Dialogue: India-China consensus on LAC shows dialogue works
On 24 October 2024, in New Delhi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, delivering the keynote at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, said the broad consensus achieved by India and China to resolve differences in certain areas along the LAC was proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions.
Election Commission launches upgraded Suvidha 2.0 app for campaign permissions
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Election Commission launched the upgraded Suvidha 2.0 mobile app, letting candidates and parties apply for campaign-related permissions, track their status and download approvals on mobile.
NLC India signs agreements with RRVUNL for two power joint ventures in Rajasthan
On 24 October 2024, NLC India Ltd signed agreements with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL) to form two joint ventures for renewable energy projects and a lignite-based thermal power station in Rajasthan.
Mormugao Port listed as incentive provider on Environmental Ship Index platform
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Ports Ministry said Mormugao Port Authority had been listed as an incentive provider on the Environmental Ship Index (ESI) portal of the International Association of Ports and Harbours, India's first port to offer such green-ship incentives.
GeM signs MoU with Sikkim, completing coverage of all States and UTs
On 24 October 2024, in Gangtok, Government e Marketplace (GeM) signed an MoU with the Government of Sikkim to increase adoption of GeM, and with it GeM has covered all States and UTs of India.
Ministry of Jal Shakti launches 6th National Water Awards, 2024
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation launched the 6th National Water Awards, 2024 on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal, with applications open till 31 December 2024.
PM condoles loss of lives in Bengaluru building collapse; ex-gratia from PMNRF
On 24 October 2024, PM Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives in a building collapse in Bengaluru and announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured.
PM Modi greets ITBP 'Himveers' on ITBP Raising Day
On 24 October 2024, in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted ITBP 'Himveers' and their families on the force's Raising Day, calling it a symbol of valour and dedication.