Current Affairs Highlights (December 09, 2024)
International
- Syria Civil War Updates : Israeli airstrikes targeted suspected chemical weapons sites and long-range rocket facilities in Syria. Syrian rebels have taken control of the country following President Bashar al-Assad’s reported escape to Moscow. The U.N. Security Council convenes an emergency closed-door meeting to address the crisis and promote stability and peace.
- Turkish Helicopter Collision : Two Turkish military helicopters collided mid-air during a training exercise in the southwestern province of Isparta. Five military personnel lost their lives in the tragic incident, as confirmed by the provincial governor.
National News (India)
- New RBI Governor : Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor for a three-year term. He succeeds Shaktikanta Das, whose six-year tenure ends on December 10, 2024.
- Air India Expands Fleet : Air India has placed an order for 100 more Airbus aircraft, bringing its total orders to 350 Airbus planes in the past two years. The airline has also ordered 220 Boeing planes as part of its aggressive expansion strategy.
Tamil Nadu News
- T.N. Assembly Passes Resolution Against Tungsten Mining : The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly adopted a resolution opposing tungsten mining in the Arittapatti region of Madurai. The resolution highlighted that Arittapatti was declared a biodiversity heritage site in 2022, emphasizing the need to preserve its ecological importance.
