Daily Current Affairs Summary – 22 October 2024
Namo Bharat, India’s first Regional Rapid Train, celebrates its first anniversary of operations, marking a significant achievement in public transportation. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana has reached sales worth ₹1000 crore, promoting affordable generic medicines across the country. Malaria-Free Egypt: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Egypt malaria-free, highlighting global progress in disease eradication. Bioluminescence: A mesmerizing natural light display along Chennai’s coastline, caused by bioluminescent plankton, attracted widespread attention. The eShram initiative continues to enhance social security access for unorganised workers, simplifying welfare registration processes. Caenorhabditis elegans, a tiny nematode worm, remains critical to biological research, offering insights into human health and cellular functions. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA) faces legal debates as the Supreme Court urged Parliament to consider banning child betrothals. Sri Singeeswarar Temple in Tamil Nadu unveiled 16th-century copper plate inscriptions, adding to historical and cultural knowledge.
- Namo Bharat: India’s first Regional Rapid Train, Namo Bharat, completed its first year of operations on October 21, 2024, marking an advancement in rapid public transport.
- PMBJP: The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana achieved ₹1000 crore in sales, pushing the use of generic medicines across India.
- Malaria-Free Egypt: Egypt was declared malaria-free by the WHO, underscoring advancements in global public health.
- Bioluminescence in Chennai: Chennai’s coast was lit up with bioluminescent waves, offering a spectacular natural light display.
- eShram Portal: It continues to support unorganised workers, simplifying access to social security schemes through an easy registration process.
- Caenorhabditis elegans: This tiny nematode is an essential organism in biological research, contributing to insights into molecular biology and human health.
- PCMA: Legal discussions around the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act focus on banning child betrothals, as suggested by the Supreme Court.
- Sri Singeeswarar Temple: 16th-century copper inscriptions were discovered at this temple, providing valuable historical insights.
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