Today’s Current Affairs: 7th August 2024 for SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Cyclone Remal:
- At least 42 people have died and 5,938 houses were destroyed due to disasters in Mizoram between March and May. The Mizoram government has sought Rs 237 crore from the Centre for rehabilitation and infrastructure repair
India and Saint Christopher & Nevis Sign MoU on Sports Cooperation:
- India and Saint Christopher & Nevis have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the field of sports.
- The agreement was formalized by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, India’s Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, and Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saint Christopher & Nevis.
MoSPI Launches e-Sankhyiki Portal to Revolutionize Data Management:
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has launched the e-Sankhyiki portal on June 29, marking a significant advancement in data management and dissemination in India.
ITBP To Get Russian KAMAZ Typhoon Vehicle For LAC:
- The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has successfully conducted a demonstration and trial of the formidable Typhoon vehicle at its Transport Battalion in Chandigarh.
PM Marks 5 Years of Abrogation of Articles 370 and 35(A):
- On the fifth anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35(A), Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the decision as a pivotal moment in Indian history, marking the beginning of a new era of progress and prosperity for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh.
Tata Group Unveils ₹27,000 Crore Semiconductor Facility in Assam:
- The Tata Group has inaugurated a ₹27,000 crore semiconductor assembly and test facility in Assam, aiming to produce 15 billion chips annually.
Jakarta Hosts 5th AITIGA Joint Committee Meeting:
- The 5th AITIGA Joint Committee meeting, marking a significant milestone in ASEAN-India economic cooperation, took place in Jakarta from July 29 to August 1, 2024.
State Govt, SBI General Insurance Sign MoU For DRTPS:
- The State Government and SBI General Insurance signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS).
Srinagar Added In World Craft City List:
- Srinagar has recently been added to the World Craft Cities list by the World Crafts Council (WCC), recognizing its rich craft traditions making it the fourth such city from India.
NOTTO Annual Report 2023-24:
- The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) released its annual report for the year 2023-24 on Indian Organ Donation Day (IODD) on August 3, 2024.
- According to NOTTO, in 2023, India reached a significant milestone by surpassing 1,000 deceased organ donors in a single year for the first time, breaking the record set in 2022.
Global Alliance For Improved Nutrition:
- A recent report by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) calls for nutrition investments in the agri-food sector, which it argues, can reduce gender inequalities, increase productivity, and enhance business resilience.
Asset Management Companies:
- CEOs, Managing Directors (MD), or any equivalent officials of Asset Management Companies (AMC) will be held responsible and accountable for implementing mechanisms to deter potential market abuse, SEBI said in a circular recently.
