Current Affairs Highlights (November 27, 2024)
International
- COP29 Climate Summit Highlights: Discussions at COP29 in Saudi Arabia emphasized financial support for developing nations to tackle climate change. A $2 billion fund was announced for climate adaptation projects in vulnerable regions​
- U.S. and China Economic Talks: The U.S. and China concluded high-level trade talks, agreeing to improve economic collaboration and reduce tariffs on select goods​. Donald Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada to combat fentanyl trafficking and migration issues. He also announced an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports, above any existing tariffs, citing China’s role in exporting precursor chemicals for fentanyl to Mexico.
- Gaza Ceasefire Agreement: After weeks of tension, a ceasefire brokered by the United Nations between Israel and Hamas is in effect, allowing humanitarian aid to enter Gaza​
National (India)
- ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Success: Chandrayaan-3’s rover completed its analysis of lunar soil, providing insights into the Moon’s mineral composition​
- Supreme Court Judgement on Data Privacy: A landmark ruling strengthened the right to privacy, directing companies to enhance data protection protocols​
- Constitution Day: India celebrated the 75th anniversary of the adoption of its Constitution on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. President Droupadi Murmu addressed a joint session of Parliament, emphasizing the importance of the Constitution as the foundation of India’s democracy. The event highlighted the journey of India’s governance under the Constitution, its role in promoting equality, justice, and liberty, and the collective responsibility of citizens and leaders to uphold its principles. Special sessions and commemorations took place nationwide to mark the occasion.
TamilNadu (State)
- Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Policy: Tamil Nadu announced a revised EV policy aiming to attract investments worth ₹10,000 crore by 2030 and generate 50,000 jobs​
- Smart Classroom Initiative: The Tamil Nadu government inaugurated a project to implement smart classrooms in 500 schools to enhance digital education​
- Cyclone Fengal will hit Tamil Nadu today. A red alert has been issued for Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai districts in Tamil Nadu for Wednesday, signaling the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Chennai remains under a yellow alert, indicating moderate to heavy rainfall. Authorities have urged residents to stay vigilant, and precautionary measures are being implemented to mitigate potential disruptions caused by the weather.
- President’s visit to Tamil Nadu: President Droupadi Murmu has embarked on a four-day visit to Tamil Nadu starting today, November 27, 2024. During her visit, she will engage in a series of significant events:
