Current Affairs One - Liner : 15th October 2024

India and Colombia signed the Audiovisual Co-production Agreement on October 15, 2024, in New Delhi. The agreement was signed by Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, and Jorge Enrique Rojas Rodriguez, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia. This agreement aims to boost collaboration between the film industries of both countries, allowing filmmakers to pool resources for co-productions.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the acquisition of 24.91% shareholding in Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited (FGIICL) by the Central Bank of India on October 15, 2024.

India's coal production saw a 5.85% growth in the fiscal year 2024-25, reaching 453.01 million tonnes (MT) by September 2024, compared to 427.97 MT during the same period last year. This increase in production and dispatch has bolstered energy security and aims to achieve self-sufficiency in coal supply.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar inaugurated the e-Migrate V2.0 web portal and mobile app on October 14, 2024. This updated platform aims to streamline overseas employment processes for Indian workers, ensuring safe and legal mobility.

The upper stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle C-37 (PSLV-C37) successfully re-entered Earth's atmosphere on October 6, 2024. This vehicle had set a world record by launching 104 satellites in a single mission on February 15, 2017.

Harmanpreet Singh became the most expensive buy in the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 auction, with the Soorma Hockey Club acquiring him for ₹78 lakh. The Indian men's hockey team captain played a crucial role in India's success at the Paris Olympics and the Asian Champions Trophy.
India's Tanya Hemanth won the women's singles title at the Bendigo International Challenge Badminton Tournament in Australia on October 13, 2024. She defeated Tung Ciou-Tong of Chinese Taipei in straight games, with scores of 21-17, 21-17.

The first ship of the two Multi-Purpose Vessel project, Samarthak, was launched on October 14, 2024, at L&T's Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai. The ship was christened by Shashi Tripathi, President of the Navy Wives Welfare Association, in the presence of Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.

Global Handwashing Day is observed on October 15 to highlight the importance of handwashing with soap in preventing diseases. The theme for 2024 is "Clean Hands, Healthy Lives". Various events worldwide promote proper handwashing techniques to ensure health and well-being.
World White Cane Day is observed on October 15 to highlight the importance of the white cane for independence and mobility of the visually impaired. The theme for 2024 is "Promoting Inclusivity and Independence". This day raises awareness about the rights and inclusion of visually impaired people and promotes pedestrian safety.

Dia Mirza has been appointed as a jury member for the All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF) 2024. The festival, running from November 22 to December 8, 2024, will showcase 72 films focusing on environmental issues.
S Paramesh has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Coast Guard, effective October 15, 2024. He previously served as the officiating Director General following the demise of DG Rakesh Pal.

The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) presented the World Space Award to ISRO Chairman S. Somnath on October 14, 2024, in Milan, Italy. This prestigious award recognizes the remarkable achievement of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed near the Moon's South Pole on August 23, 2023.

Bob Woodward's new book, "War," is set to be released on October 15, 2024. It explores three major conflicts: the war in Ukraine, the Middle East, and the American presidency. The book offers an inside look at high-stakes conversations between world leaders, including President Biden, Russian President Putin, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Veteran Marathi actor Atul Parchure passed away on October 14, 2024, at the age of 57. Known for his work in Marathi cinema and TV shows like The Kapil Sharma Show, Atul had battled cancer before succumbing to health complications.

Questions:

1 What is the title of Bob Woodward's book set to be released on October 15, 2024?

2 Who won the women's singles title at the Bendigo International Challenge Badminton Tournament in Australia in 2024?