Daily Current Affairs 1 May 2024

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When is Ayushman Bharat Day celebrated ?

Ayushman Bharat Day is celebrated annually on April 30th to raise awareness about the Ayushman Bharat Yojana and its goals. This special day marks the commitment to achieving universal health coverage and ensuring health for all under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in India.

Recently, China has launched the first 8 Hangar class submarine built for which country?

China has recently launched the first of the eight Hangor-class submarines for Pakistan. This is part of a significant bilateral military cooperation between the two countries, adding a new dimension to their defense capabilities

Recently Vinay Veer has passed away. Who was he?

Vinay Vir, the publisher and editor of the Daily Hindi Milap, passed away on April 27, 2024 at the age of 72. Vir was a well-known journalist and photographer who was known for promoting Hindi journalism in southern India. His editing and management style, as well as his respect for the language, were well-regarded. Vir was the son of freedom fighters Yudhvir and Sita Yudhvir, and served as the Secretary of the Yudhvir Foundation, which was established in his father’s memory. 

Recently, the holy water of which river will be sent to Sri Lanka for the coronation of Sita Amma temple?

In April 2024, India began sending holy water from the Sarayu river in Ayodhya to Sri Lanka for the consecration ceremony of the Seetha Amma Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Sita. The ceremony is scheduled for May 19, 2024, and will mark a significant milestone in the temple’s history.

The decision to send the water came after Sri Lanka’s representatives wrote to the Uttar Pradesh government requesting the water for religious ceremonies and to consecrate the temple’s idol of Goddess Sita. The Ram Temple Trust and the Ayodhya district administration have pledged to provide the water on request. The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department is responsible for transporting the water. 

Where has the Critical Minerals Summit started recently?

A Two-day Summit titled- The Critical Minerals Summit inaugurated on 29-04-2024 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. A Two-day Summit titled- ‘The Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities’ inaugurated on 29-04-2024 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.

How many medals has India won recently in the Asian U-20 Athletics Championship 2024?

India clinched seven golds, 11 silvers and 11 bronze medals to finish third at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2024 held in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates from April 24 to 27. A total of 60 Indian athletes – 31 men and 29 women – competed at the 21st edition of the continental meet.

Who has recently been awarded the Goldman Environmental Award 2024?

Shukla has been declared winner for his efforts to save the forests of Hasdeo Aranya in Chhattisgarh. “Alok Shukla led a successful community campaign that saved 445,000 acres of biodiversity-rich forests from 21 planned coal mines in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh.

Who has recently become the new President of IVMA?

Dr. Krishna M Ella, the co-founder and executive chairman of Bharat Biotech, became the president of the Indian Vaccine Manufacturers Association (IVMA) in April 2024. His term will last for two years, until 2026. Dr. Ella succeeded Adar C Poonawala, the CEO of Serum Institute of India (SII), who held the position from 2019 to March 2024. 

Dr. Ella’s goals as president include:

• Improving collaboration between researchers and vaccine manufacturers
• Encouraging policymakers to speed up vaccine development and production
• Supporting developing countries in accessing affordable vaccines 

Mahima Datla, the Managing Director of Biological E, is the new vice president of the IVMA, and T Srinivas, the CFO of Bharat Biotech, is the treasurer. Dr. Harshavardhan will continue as the IVMA’s Director General.

Recently Hamza Yusuf has resigned from the post of First Minister of which country?

Yousaf announced his intention to resign as SNP leader and First Minister of Scotland on 29 April 2024; he will remain in position until his successor is appointed.

Recently, the Uttarakhand government has suspended the manufacturing license of how many products of ‘Patanjali Ayurveda’?

The Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority (SLA) on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that manufacturing licenses of 14 products of Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and Divya Pharmacy have been “suspended with immediate effect”

Who has recently launched offline QR code based ‘scan and pay’ service?

Cred launches offline QR code-based ‘scan and pay’ payments.

Recently scientists of which country have found a 90 million year old herbivorous dinosaur?

Buenos Aires, Apr. 27 (BNA): Paleontologists from Argentina announced the discovery of a new medium-sized herbivorous dinosaur, which was a fast runner and lived about 90 million years ago in the Late Cretaceous period in present day Patagonia.

Recently, which state government has started a three-day survey for the conservation of Nilgiri Tahr?

The three-day exercise is carried out by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department in collaboration with Kerala Forest Department, Wildlife Institute of India, WWF-India and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Who has recently taken charge as the 26th Navy Chief?

Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi assumed command of the Indian Navy as the 26th Chief of the Naval Staff. He succeeds Admiral R. Hari Kumar who retires upon superannuation after over 40 years of service.

Who has recently received the book titled India’s Nuclear Titans?

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar received a copy of the book ‘India’s Nuclear Titans,’ edited by Soumya Awasthi and Shrabana Barua.