Daily Current Affairs- 30 November 2024

Daily Current Affairs- 30th November 2024

INTERNATIONAL

India UK Sign Agreement on Electric Propulsion System for Indian Navy

• India and the United Kingdom have signed a framework agreement for co-designing, co-creating and co-production of Electric Propulsion Systems (engines) for the next generation of Indian Naval ships. The Statement of Intent on Cooperation on Design & Development of Electric Propulsion Systems for the Indian Navy was signed between the Ministries of Defence of India and the United Kingdom in Portsmouth, England, on November 28, 2024. 

NATIONAL

Government of India to host 1st Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav in New Delhi

• As part of the central government’s vision to make the North Eastern region the development engine of the country, the government of India has decided to hold an Asthalakshmi Mahotsav in New Delhi from 6-8 December 2024. This was announced by the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, in New Delhi on 29 November 2024. 

The 59th All India Conference of DGP/IG kicks off in Odisha

• The Union Minister for Home Affairs, Amit Shah, inaugurated the 59th All India Conference of Director Generals (DGP)/ Inspector General (IG) of Police in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 29th November 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend and address the All India Conference on 30th November and 1st December, 2024. 

SPORTS

Siddarth Kaul Retires from Cricket

• Siddarth Kaul, a 34-year-old fast bowler, announced his retirement from Indian cricket, marking the end of a 17-year-long career that began with a first-class debut in Mohali. Kaul, who represented India in six international matches (three ODIs and three T20Is), 

Appointment & RESIGNATIONS

Masato Kanda has been elected as the 11th president of ADB

• The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors has elected Masato Kanda as ADB’s President, He is currently serving as Special Advisor to Japan’s Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, He will complete the remaining term of President Asakawa, which will end on 23 November 2026. 

IMPORTANT DAYS

Computer Security Day

• Computer Security Day on November 30th reminds us to protect our computers. Every day, computers become faster and more advanced. Protecting the resources, tools, and information on them protects the people who use them, too.
• In 1988, the Association for Computer Security launched the first Computer Security Day to raise awareness concerning computer security issues. 

SUMMITS & MOUs

SAIL and John Cockerill India sign MoU to drive innovation and green steel technologies

• Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a Maharatna and India’s largest public sector steel producer, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with John Cockerill India Limited (JCIL), the Indian arm of the global John Cockerill Group in Mumbai. This MoU aims to leverage the combined strengths of the two companies, including cutting-edge technologies, extensive industry expertise and a shared vision for innovation and sustainability. 

NHPC signes MoU with GGGI to Drive Clean Energy Innovations

• In a significant step toward fostering sustainable development and combating climate change, NHPC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) at its Corporate Office, Faridabad on November 28th, 2024. The MoU was signed by Shri V.R. Shrivastava, Executive Director (REGH), NHPC and Shri Soumya Prasad Garnaik, Country Head of GGGI in the presence of Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC and Dr. D.K. Khare, Advisor, GGGI. Senior officials from both organizations also attended the ceremony. 

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

‘Toxic’ Film bag Golden Peacock Award for Best Film at the 55th IFFI

• The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) came to a close in Goa on 28 November 2024, with the Lithuanian film “Toxic” winning the Golden Peacock for Best Film, The Director of the 55th IFFI was noted filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. 

BANKING AND ECONOMY

India & ADB Sign $98 Million Deal to Boost Horticulture with Disease-Free Crops

• India has signed a $98 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank to enhance horticulture crop productivity. The loan will establish disease-free planting systems, improving crop yield, quality, and climate resilience. The initiative aligns with India's Atmanirbhar Clean Plant Programme and involves collaboration with key agricultural bodies.