Current Affairs One - Liner : 27th November 2024

Tata Power invested ₹500 crore in the Noida International Airport on November 7, 2024 for renewable energy projects. This includes developing solar and wind power infrastructure and providing maintenance services for 25 years.

The Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign and the 'Child Marriage Free Bharat Portal' was launched by Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi on November 27, 2024, in New Delhi. It aims to eradicate child marriage and empower young girls through education, health, and protection.
On November 27, 2024, the central government approved over ₹1,115 crore for disaster mitigation and capacity-building projects across fifteen states. The funding aims to strengthen disaster resilience, address landslide risks, and train civil defense volunteers.
IIT Hyderabad and Nikon India launched their first Centre of Excellence (CoE) on November 25, 2024. This facility features advanced imaging technologies to support research in biological systems, promoting innovation and collaboration.
The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) with a budget of ₹2,750 crore until March 31, 2028. This initiative aims to strengthen India's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, supporting startups and innovators.

India signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty on November 26, 2024. This treaty aims to harmonize and simplify the procedural frameworks for industrial design protection globally, benefiting designers by making international protection more accessible and standardized.
On November 16, 2024, Gabonese voters approved a new constitution with 91.8% support. The changes include a seven-year presidential term (renewable once), the abolition of the prime minister's position, and a ban on family succession in the presidency.

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) approved the Rs 10,000-crore acquisition of Reliance Capital (RCAP) by IndusInd International Holdings (IIHL) on November 21, 2024.
The RBI cancelled the licence of The Durga Co-operative Urban Bank in Vijayawada on November 12, 2024 due to inadequate capital and poor earnings prospects. The bank ceased operations, and a liquidator was appointed. Depositors are eligible for insurance claims up to ₹5 lakh from the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).

According to the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics – 2024, India's milk production rose by 3.78% in 2023–2024 compared to the previous year, reaching 239.30 million tonnes. This growth highlights positive trends in the country's dairy sector.

The government has approved ISRO to launch its next Venus Orbiting Satellite mission, named Shukrayaan-1, in 2028. This ambitious mission is poised to enhance our understanding of Venus and is a significant milestone for India's space exploration endeavors.

The report, "Charting New Paths for Gender Equality and Empowerment: Asia-Pacific Regional Report on Beijing + 30 Review," was released on November 19, 2024 by ESCAP and UN-Women during the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference. It highlights India's progress and challenges in gender-responsive budgeting, including the exclusion of key programs, lack of sex-disaggregated data, and the need for stronger monitoring.

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has suspended wrestler Bajrang Punia for four years. This decision was due to his refusal to provide a sample during national team selection trials on March 10, 2024.

JSW Defence Pvt. Ltd. partnered with Shield AI to manufacture V-BAT drones in India, announced on November 12, 2024. This collaboration aims to enhance India's defense capabilities. The JSW Group will invest $90 million over two years, with $65 million allocated in the first year for local supply chain and manufacturing setup.

Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi was appointed as the new Chief of BrahMos Aerospace on November 26, 2024. He will officially assume his position on December 1, 2024, succeeding Atul Dinkar Rane.
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has joined the All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF) 2024 as the Goodwill Ambassador. This continues her commitment to environmental advocacy.

Professor Projit Bihari Mukharji from Ashoka University won the 2024 Pfizer Award on November 18, 2024, presented by the History of Science Society (HSS). His book "Brown Skins, White Coats" explores race, science, and colonialism in India.

Shashi Ruia, Chairman and co-founder of Essar Group, passed away on November 25, 2024, at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness. He was a transformative leader who turned Essar into a global conglomerate.
Breyten Breytenbach, the renowned South African poet, writer, and anti-apartheid activist, passed away on November 24, 2024, in Paris at the age of 85. He was celebrated for his literary contributions and courageous opposition to apartheid.

Questions:

1 The Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign was launched in which city?

2 What is the title of the book for which Professor Projit Bihari Mukharji received the 2024 Pfizer Award?