Nov 22, 2024 | One-liner Current Affairs for UPSC, State PSCs & other Govt. Exams
Nov 22, 2024
During his visit to Guyana in November 2024, PM Modi was conferred with the highest national awards of Guyana and the Dominican Republic, The Order of Excellence, by President Irfaan Ali. The award recognizes his exceptional contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic and his global leadership.
India's first AI Data Bank was launched by Union Minister Jitendra Singh at the 7th ASSOCHAM AI Leadership Meet 2024 to promote innovation and strengthen national security. ASSOCHAM is organizing the 7th Global AI Leadership Meet 2024, scheduled for November 20, 2024, at Hotel Shangri-La, New Delhi, with the theme "AI for India: Advancing India’s AI Development – Innovation, Ethics, and Governance." Aligned with the vision of creating a New India, the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) serves as a vital link between industry and the Government.
India's Women’s Hockey Team retained their title at the Women's Asian Champions Trophy by defeating China 1-0 in the final. This victory marked India's third Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) title. The Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 hockey tournament took place from November 11 to 20 in Rajgir, Bihar, India.
Iraq is conducting its first comprehensive nationwide census in nearly four decades. The Ministry of Interior announced a two-day curfew for the extensive operation, which will see 120,000 researchers gathering data from households in all 18 of the country's governorates on 20th and 21st, November 2024.
The 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) is being held in Baku, Azerbaijan, in November 2024. COP 29 Presidency, led by Minister Mukhtar Babayev, has outlined a bold vision under the theme "In Solidarity for a Green World." This vision focuses on two primary pillars: boosting climate action in line with the 1.5°C goal and ensuring the necessary financial and technical support. In March 2024, the Presidencies of COP 28 (UAE), COP 29 (Azerbaijan), and COP 30 (Brazil) jointly issued a letter outlining a "Roadmap to Mission 1.5°C."
Japan has been announced as the official partner country for the 25th Hornbill Festival, alongside Wales. The festival, set to take place from December 1-10 in Kisama, Nagaland, will feature Japanese cultural performances, workshops on handicrafts, and bamboo products.
World Fisheries Day is celebrated globally every year on November 21. The Department of Fisheries has chosen India's Blue Transformation: Strengthening Small-Scale and Sustainable Fisheries as the 2024 World Fisheries Day theme.
India has maintained its position as one of the top 10 performers in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025, despite slipping two spots compared to last year. The report highlights India's commendable efforts in reducing per-capita emissions and accelerated adoption of renewable energy. India is ranked 10th out of over 60 countries in the CCPI 2025.
Coal India Limited (CIL), operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Coal, received the prestigious Green World Environment Award 2024 in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) category i.e. Thalassemia Bal Seva Yojna.. CIL was also honored with the title of Green World Ambassador. The award was presented by The Green Organization at Kensington Palace, London.
PM Modi gifted a Silofar Panchamrit Kalash to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his 2024 visit, marking the first Indian PM visit to Nigeria in 17 years. The kalash is a handcrafted silver artifact from Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
Prasar Bharati has launched its own OTT platform, Waves, offering a blend of classic and contemporary content in over 12 languages. Available on Android and iOS, it features 65 live TV channels, video-on-demand, free-to-play games, and online shopping.
Shivangi Desai, a 22-year-old law student from ILS Pune, has won the title of Miss Charm India 2024 and will represent India at Miss Charm 2024 in Vietnam.