Current Affairs 19 November 2024

Current Affairs Highlights (November 19, 2024)

Navin Ramgoolam Returns as PM of Mauritius: Navin Ramgoolam has been sworn in as Mauritius’s Prime Minister for the fourth time after a decisive electoral victory
U.S.-India Dialogue on the Indian Ocean: India and the United States initiated discussions to enhance collaboration in the Indian Ocean Region, emphasizing strategic partnerships
New Leadership in Haiti: Alix Didier Fils-Aime has assumed office as Haiti’s Prime Minister amid ongoing humanitarian challenges and rising gang violence
UN Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire: The United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and protect civilians amid ongoing conflict. The resolution passed with overwhelming support
Interpol Elects New Secretary General: Valdecy Urquiza from Brazil has been elected as the new Secretary General of Interpol. He aims to enhance international cooperation against cybercrime and organized crime
COP29 Negotiations: At the ongoing COP29 summit, leaders discuss a global pact on reducing methane emissions. The agreement is considered crucial for achieving climate goals under the Paris Agreement

India’s Surrogacy (Regulation) Act Update: The government has introduced new amendments to streamline surrogacy laws, ensuring ethical practices while addressing concerns from medical professionals and surrogate families
NITI Aayog’s Energy Transition Report: A new report by NITI Aayog highlights India’s roadmap to achieving 50% renewable energy capacity by 2030, with a focus on solar and wind energy integration
25th SATRC Meeting in Delhi: The South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council held its annual meeting in New Delhi, focusing on collaborative strategies for improving regional connectivity
Economic Update: The Indian government reported a surge in GST collections for October 2024, reaching ₹1.75 lakh crore, attributed to the festive season and improved compliance measures
Renewable Energy Push: India inaugurated its largest offshore wind energy project off the Gujarat coast, with a capacity of 1,500 MW. The project aligns with India’s renewable energy target of 500 GW by 2030
Digital India Milestone: The Digital India initiative marked a major milestone with over 1 billion Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions processed daily, showcasing the program’s success in promoting cashless transactions

Public Transport Update: The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation announced that passengers can now carry goods weighing up to 20 kg free of charge in metropolitan buses
Heritage Week at Mahabalipuram: From November 19 to 25, Mahabalipuram’s ancient monuments offer free entry as part of World Heritage Week celebrations

November 19, 2024