Current Affairs Jan 11, 2024

Current Affairs Jan 11, 2024

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International news: south Korea’s parliament made history by passing a groundbreaking bill that bans the eating and selling of dog meat. This move marks the end of a centuries-old practice that has been increasingly criticized in the face of growing support for animal welfare

State news:

1)Chhattisgarh Government Unveils Ramlala Darshan Scheme for Ayodhya Pilgrimage

  • Decision Made in State Cabinet Meeting in Raipur
  • 20,000 Residents to Visit Ram Temple Annually as per PM Modi’s Guarantee
  • Open to Chhattisgarh Residents Aged 18-75, Subject to Health Exam
  • Disabled Individuals Permitted with One Family Member; Managed by Tourism Board
  • Beneficiary Selection Handled by District Committees under District Collectors

2) Maharashtra Establishes Atpadi Conservation Reserve for Endangered Canid Family

  • Compact 9.48 sq. km Habitat Bridges Maini Conservation Area and Madhok Bird Sanctuary
  • Focus on Protecting Wild Dogs, Wolves, Jackals, and Foxes
  • Diverse Sanctuary Encompasses Semi-Evergreen, Moist Deciduous, and Dry Deciduous Forest Types
  • Rich Flora and Fauna with 35 Tree Species, 15 Shrubs, 14 Vines, and 116 Herbs
  • Creates a Vital Wildlife Corridor for Safe Movement of Species

3) Union Minister Hardeep S. Puri Boosts Street Vendors’ Grievance Resolution

  • Emphasis on Strengthening Grievance Redressal Committees Under Street Vendors Act 2014
  • Launch of PAiSA Dashboard for Real-Time Updates on PM SVANidhi Mission
  • Vendors Can Track Loan Applications, Disbursements, and Repayments for Transparency
  • Introduction of PM SVANidhi Mission Monitoring Portal for Comprehensive Scheme Insights
  • Stakeholders Access Valuable Information to Monitor Progress and Ensure Effective Execution

Science: This December, India’s 43rd Antarctic expedition, led by the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, welcomed scientists from Mauritius and Bangladesh on board, marking a significant step in international polar research collaboration

Appointment:

1) The Indian government has named IAS officer Senthil Pandian C as the ambassador to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Geneva

2) Tshering Tobgay Re-Elected As Bhutan’s Prime Minister

Summits: PM Modi to Inaugurate 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik on January 12th, 2024

  • Annual Event Celebrates Swami Vivekananda’s Ideals and Empowers Youth Nationally
  • Theme for 2024: “MYBharat-ViksitBharat@2047 – By the Youth, For the Youth”
  • Department of Youth Affairs Collaborates for Nationwide Festivities and Unity
  • Road Safety Awareness Events Planned in Major Cities and 750 District Headquarters
  • Cultural Programs Highlighting India’s Diverse Heritage to Enrich Celebrations

Award:

Indore has received this award for the 7th consecutive time. Navi Mumbai got the third position in the same category. President Droupadi Murmu presented the ‘Swachh Survekshan -2023 awards’ at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi in the presence of Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri and other officials. 

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