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21 Nov 2024

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Global Hunger and Poverty Alliance Launched by Brazil's President Lula

  • Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva officially launched the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty during the opening of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. This landmark initiative, involving 148 founding members, including 82 countries and a variety of international organisations, financial institutions, and NGOs, aims to accelerate efforts to eradicate hunger and poverty globally by 2030.

First-ever WHO Investment Round Held in Brazil

  • The World Health Organization (WHO) organised its first-ever Investment Round to raise funds for its strategy for global health during the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro.
  • The event, attended by world leaders along with Prime Minister Modi, "raised $ 1.7 billion".
  • At the Summit, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building a fair world and a sustainable planet. They pledged to prioritise the fight against inequalities in all their dimensions.
  • Their declaration reaffirmed the WHO's central role in global health governance, emphasising the need for stable and transparent financing.
  • India will work towards efforts to boost global health, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while pledging his support to World Health Organisation chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

London Tops World's Best Cities 2025

  • London topped a definitive ranking of the World's Best Cities 2025 released in November for the tenth year in a row, followed closely by New York and Paris, even as Indian cities failed to make the cut based on the criteria of perception and performance.
  • The annual rankings produced by Resonance Consultancy in partnership with Ipsos are an analysis of large urban regions around the world that are leading in aspects most important to attracting workforce, visitors, and businesses.
  • The 2025 report marks a first in incorporating perception-based data by surveying more than 22,000 people in 31 countries for the first time - the results of which also demonstrate that people all over the world still very much aspire to live, visit, and work in the world's largest cities.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Tata Power & Druk Green Power Collaborate on 5,000 MW Green Energy Project in Bhutan

  • Tata Power entered into a strategic partnership with Druk Green Power Corporation Ltd (DGPC) to develop at least 5,000 MW of clean energy generation capacity in Bhutan. This collaboration aims to harness Bhutan's vast hydropower potential and contribute to the region's energy security and sustainability. The initiative aligns with Bhutan's vision to diversify its energy portfolio and improve regional energy integration.

SBI Horniman Circle Marks 100 Years of Legacy

  • The State Bank of India (SBI) celebrated the centenary of its iconic Horniman Circle Branch (Mumbai) with the unveiling of a specially minted Rs. 100 commemorative coin by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The event also featured the release of the 5th edition of the book 'The Evolution of the State Bank of India,' detailing the bank's transformation between 1981 and 1996. From its humble beginnings with just 100 branches in 1920, SBI today boasts over 22,640 branches, with plans to expand further in FY25. The bank's impressive digital presence, financial inclusion efforts, and significant role in India's banking revolution were highlighted during the event.

Paytm UPI Goes Global

  • Paytm launched UPI International, allowing Indian travellers to make Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions at select global locations. This feature enables users to make cashless payments using the Paytm app in the UAE, France, Mauritius, Singapore, Bhutan, and Nepal, the company announced.
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SPORTS

Rafael Nadal Retires

  • Rafael Nadal, one of tennis's all-time greats, bid farewell to professional tennis at the 2024 Davis Cup in Málaga, Spain. His final match ended in a 6-4, 6-4 loss to the Netherlands' Botic Van de Zandschulp, marking the end of an extraordinary career. With 22 Grand Slam titles, four Davis Cup victories, and two Olympic gold, Nadal leaves behind an unparalleled legacy defined by grit, humility, and unmatched prowess on the court. Here's a detailed study of his career milestones and legacy.
  • Debut: Began professional career in 2001 at a Futures event.
  • Main Tour Breakthrough: Reached the Wimbledon third round in 2003.
  • First Grand Slam Win: Claimed his maiden title at the 2005 French Open.

Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 hockey: India Edge Out China

  • The Indian hockey team beat the People's Republic of China 1-0 in the final to win the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar.
  • Deepika scored the winning goal for the Indian women's hockey team and finished as the tournament's top goal scorer with a tally of 11.
  • This was India's third Women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey title, bringing them level with the Republic of Korea as the most successful nation in the competition's history. The Indian women won their maiden title in 2016 before clinching the 2023 edition as well.

Italy Wins the Billie Jean King Cup 2024

  • Jasmine Paolini put on a tennis masterclass to steer Italy to a fifth Billie Jean King Cup title as she beat Rebecca Sramkova 6-2, 6-1 in the second singles rubber to wrap up a 2-0 win over Slovakia in the final.
  • A year after Italy suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Canada in the decider and over a decade since its last title in 2013, the charismatic Paolini demolished Sramkova before celebrating wildly with her teammates and jubilant Italian fans, including men's world number one Jannik Sinner.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Prasar Bharati Launches its Own OTT Platform 'Waves'

  • Chief Minister of Goa Pramod Sawant launched 'WAVES' the OTT platform of the national public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati at the opening ceremony of 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Sanjay Jaju, Secretary I&B, among other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.
  • Doordarshan, India's iconic public broadcaster, ventured into the OTT (Over-The-Top) platform space to cater to the growing demand for digital streaming services. The platform aims to revive nostalgia while embracing modern digital trends by offering a rich mix of classic content and contemporary programming.

India's 1st AI Data Bank to Boost National Security

  • The Ministry of Science and Technology launched India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) data bank that is aimed at propelling innovation and boosting the country's national security.
  • The initiative will provide researchers, start-ups, and developers access to high-quality, diverse datasets essential for creating scalable and inclusive AI solutions.
  • It was launched by Minister of Science and Technology Minister (Independent Charge) Jitendra Singh at the 7th Edition of the ASSOCHAM AI Leadership Meet 2024 in New Delhi.
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DAYS AND EVENTS

World Philosophy Day

  • World Philosophy Day is an international day proclaimed by UNESCO celebrated every 3rd Thursday of November (on November 21 in 2024).
  • In 2005 the UNESCO General Conference proclaimed that World Philosophy Day would be celebrated every third Thursday of November. In establishing World Philosophy Day UNESCO strives to promote an international culture of philosophical debate that respects human dignity and diversity. The Day encourages academic exchange and highlights the contribution of philosophical knowledge in addressing global issues.
  • The theme for World Philosophy Day 2024 is "Philosophy: Bridging Social Gaps." This theme highlights the vital role of philosophy in mending the social fabric and fostering a more cohesive society.

World Television Day

  • World Television Day is celebrated annually on November 21 to draw attention to the influence of television on people and society. The UN General Assembly set this observance in December 1996 in honour of the first World Television Forum that happened on November 21-22, 1996.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Afghanistan Teen Nila Ibrahimi Wins International Children's Peace Prize

  • Seventeen -year-old girl, Nila Ibrahimi who was not allowed to speak in public in her own country won a prestigious international award for advocating for the rights of Afghan girls.
  • Nila Ibrahimi won the International Children's Peace Prize, an award that has recognised luminaries including climate activist Greta Thunberg and girls' education campaigner Malala Yousafzai.
  • Ibrahimi received the honour for her 'courageous work to fight for the rights of girls' in Afghanistan, where women are being silenced by oppressive rules set by the Taliban, who seized power in 2021.
  • The International Children's Peace Prize is awarded annually to a child who has made a significant contribution to advocating children's rights and improving the situation of vulnerable children.
  • The first Children's Peace Prize was launched in November 2005 during the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in Rome, an annual meeting of Nobel Peace Prize winners and international organisations such as UNICEF and Amnesty International.

Coal India Ltd Receives Green World Award 2024 in London

  • Coal India Limited (CIL) under the aegis of the Ministry of Coal, was conferred with the esteemed Green World Environment Award in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) category along with the distinguished tile of Green World Ambassador, in London. Ministry of Coal has overall responsibility of determining policies and strategies in respect of mining of coal and other minerals in large interest of the country.
  • This prestigious international award was given to CIL for exemplary work in the field of CSR i.e Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojna for permanent curative treatment of more than 600 Thalassemia patients through stem cell transplant also known as Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT).
  • CIL, in 2017 became the first Public Sector Undertakings to take up the CSR project for curative treatment of Thalassemia through BMT operations across the country.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

IIT Madras and AP Govt. Collaborate to Enable Deep-tech Innovation, Scale Up Digital Skilling

  • The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and the government of Andhra Pradesh signed a string of agreements to drive innovation and raise digital skilling in the state. The eight MoUs that were signed cover areas like deep-tech innovation, digital education, maritime research, and governance systems.
  • IIT Madras also committed to introducing digital skilling programmes across the state through its platforms like SWAYAM Plus and Vidhya Shakti. These initiatives aim to up-skill students and teachers while bridging gaps in the existing digital workforce.

Best Universities for Graduate Jobs: IIT-Delhi Tops India List

  • The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi is among the top 250 universities in the world for graduate employability, according to the Global University Employability Ranking 2025, compiled by HR consultancy Emerging and published exclusively by Times Higher Education.
  • The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), United States led the list securing the top spot in producing employable graduates followed by California Institute of Technology and Stanford University in the second and third spots.
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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS

UN Lists Chhattisgarh's Bastar Village as Tourism Destination

  • A small village in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district, Dhudmaras was selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) for its Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme, highlighting its potential for sustainable tourism development.
  • This recognition marks its potential as a hub for eco-tourism and sustainable development.
  • Dhudmaras was selected from more than 260 applications from more than 60 countries for the Upgrade programme because of a clear demonstration of its cultural and natural richness and high potential to become an outstanding example as a top-tier rural destination.
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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

India's first 24x7 Online Court Launched in Kollam, Kerala

  • India's first 24x7 online court started its operations in Kerala's Kollam district.
  • The court, operating as a pilot project named '24x7 ON Court,' will deal with cheque bounce cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
  • The Special Court of Judicial Magistrate of First Class in Kollam was sanctioned by the Kerala government for the purpose via a notification.
  • The digital court aims to address the long-standing issue of case backlogs, reduce delays, and improve the ease of legal access for litigants.
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