Current Affairs : 27 December 2024
- RBI AI Committee
- The Reserve Bank of India formed an 8-member committee to develop a framework for the ethical use of artificial intelligence in the financial sector. The committee will be headed by Dr. Pushpak Bhattacharyya from IIT Bombay.
- M.T. Vasudevan Nair’s Passing
- Renowned Malayalam writer and filmmaker M.T. Vasudevan Nair passed away at the age of 91. He was a recipient of the Jnanpith Award and Padma Bhushan.
- International Day of Epidemic Preparedness
- December 27 is observed as the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and response to epidemics.
- Punjab Achieves 100% Piped Water Supply
- Punjab became the fifth state in India to achieve 100% piped water supply to rural households under the ‘Har Ghar Jal’ scheme.
- New Revenue Secretary Appointment
- Arunish Chawla has been appointed as the new Revenue Secretary, succeeding Sanjay Malhotra, who was appointed as RBI Governor.
- UltraTech Cement Acquisition
- UltraTech Cement completed the acquisition of a 32.72% stake in India Cements for ₹7,000 crore, making it the majority shareholder.
- Naval Exercise SLINEX 24
- The naval exercise SLINEX 24 between India and Sri Lanka was held from December 17 to 20, 2024, focusing on maritime cooperation.
- Launch of Rashtraparv Website and App
- Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh launched the Rashtraparv website and mobile app on December 25, 2024, coinciding with Good Governance Day.
- Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan
- The Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan was launched to address malnutrition in rural areas, aligning with India’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goals.
- Kaveri Engine Approved for Testing
- The Kaveri engine, developed by DRDO, has been approved for inflight testing, marking a significant milestone in Indian aerospace.
- Maheshwari and Anantjeet Win National Shooting Championship
- Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Maheshwari Chauhan clinched the skeet mixed team title at the National Shooting Championship Competitions 2024.
- New Mechanism for GST Registration
- A new mechanism has been introduced to expedite GST registration for new and small businesses, ensuring registration within three working days.
- Belagavi Congress Session Centenary
- The 39th Congress Session, chaired by Mahatma Gandhi in Belagavi in 1924, marks its centenary, focusing on social change and empowerment.
- India’s Malaria Reduction Achievement
- India reported a 97% reduction in malaria cases, with a target to become malaria-free by 2030, showcasing significant public health progress.
- ADB Loan for Green Infrastructure
- The Government of India signed a $500 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank to support green infrastructure projects across the country.
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