Daily Current Affairs- 14th December 2024

Daily Current Affairs- 14th December 2024

INTERNATIONAL

President Macron names centrist ally Bayrou as France's new prime minister

• France President Emmanuel Macron named Francois Bayrou, a centrist ally, as Prime Minister of the country after a historic parliamentary vote ousted the previous government. 

NATIONAL

PM Modi launches development projects worth around Rs 5,500 crores in Prayagraj

• Prime Minister Modi launched development projects worth around 5,500 crore Rupees, which includes various rail and road projects to boost infrastructure and provide seamless connectivity in Prayagraj, He also inaugurated major temple corridors on the occasion which include Bharadwaj Ashram corridor, Shringverpur Dham corridor, Akshayvat corridor, Hanuman Mandir corridor among others, Prime Minister Modi also launched the Kumbh Sah’AI’yak chatbot that provides details to give guidance and updates on the events to devotees on Mahakumbh Mela 2025. 

SPORTS

Pakistani All-Rounder Imad Wasim announced his retirement

• Pakistan’s star all-rounder Imad Wasim announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the conclusion of a remarkable nine-year career. The 35-year-old, who played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s Champions Trophy triumph in 2017, shared his decision on social media, expressing gratitude to fans and the cricketing fraternity. Despite retiring from international cricket, Imad plans to continue entertaining his fans through domestic and franchise cricket. 

APPOINTMENS & RESIGNATIONS

Mumbai Indians appoint Carl Hopkinson as new fielding coach

• Mumbai Indians have appointed Carl Hopkinson as their new fielding coach ahead of IPL Hopkinson has replaced James Pamment, who was MI’s fielding coach for seven years.

 IMPORTANT DAYS

National Energy Conservation Day

• In India, this commitment is celebrated annually on December 14 as National Energy Conservation Day. Beyond a symbolic occasion, this day serves as a clarion call for individuals, industries, and institutions to adopt energy-efficient practices, setting the stage for a greener and more harmonious future. 

SUMMITS & MOUs

IIMS, Wipro GE Healthcare sign MoU to establish AI health innovation hub

• The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wipro GE Healthcare to establish an AI Health Innovations Hub. The hub will focus on developing products and solutions to enhance healthcare delivery and outcomes through precise diagnosis, innovative treatment protocols, and real-time patient data tracking. 

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Trump Named Time’s Person of the Year

• Time magazine has named Donald Trump as its Person of the Year for 2024, marking the second time he has received this prestigious recognition. The decision highlights Trump’s substantial political influence, his historic comeback following his victory in the November 5 election over Vice President Kamala Harris, and his role in reshaping the American presidency. 

RANKING

World's Richest Families 2024: Waltons top with $432.4 bn, Ambani’s at No. 8

• The Walmart Waltons have reclaimed the top spot as the world’s wealthiest family, amassing a staggering $432.4 billion, From India, the Ambanis secured the 8th position ($99.6 billion), while the Mistrys of Shapoorji Pallonji ($41.4 billion) landed at 23rd on the list. 

Elon Musk Reaches $400 Billion Milestone

• Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has recently made history by becoming the first individual to surpass a net worth of $400 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This remarkable achievement reflects his growing influence and success across multiple ventures, including SpaceX, Tesla, and his AI project, xAI. Musk’s wealth trajectory has been fueled by a combination of insider share sales, stock market performance, and strategic political connections, making him the richest person in the world. 

BANKING AND ECONOMY

ADB Grants $500 Million for Green Infrastructure and Solar Rooftops in India

• The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500 million loan to support India's renewable energy and climate-resilient infrastructure. The funding will help install rooftop solar systems across the country and aid in building infrastructure to withstand natural disasters like floods and cyclones.