Current Affairs One - Liner : 4th December 2024

The Nano Bubble Technology was launched on December 3, 2024, at the National Zoological Park in Delhi by Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh. This innovative technology aims to clean and purify pond water by removing algae and other impurities, ensuring the health and well-being of aquatic animals.

On December 4, 2024, the Andhra Pradesh government approved the IT & GCC Policy 4.0. The policy aims to establish co-working and neighborhood working spaces in cities like Tirupati, Visakhapatnam, and Vijayawada.
On December 4, 2024, UNESCO declared West Bengal the top destination for heritage tourism. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee highlighted the state's efforts in developing heritage and religious tourism sites. The state has enhanced iconic places of worship and improved tourism infrastructure.
On December 4, 2024, Uber launched Asia’s first water transport service, Uber Shikara, on Dal Lake in Srinagar. This service allows tourists to book traditional shikara rides through the Uber app. It blends technology with tradition, enhancing the tourism experience in the region.

On December 2, 2024, "Brain Rot" was declared the Oxford Word of the Year 2024. This term describes the mental deterioration caused by overconsumption of trivial online content.

On December 2, 2024, the government withdrew the windfall tax on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), crude oil, petrol, and diesel. This decision came in response to stabilizing global crude oil prices. It aims to relieve oil companies like Reliance Industries and ONGC, allowing them to improve their profit margins.

On December 3, 2024, IN-SPACe was recognized by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) as an awarding body. This allows IN-SPACe to offer certificates for specialized space technology training programs. The collaboration aims to enhance India's skilled workforce in the growing space sector.

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah became Namibia's first female president on December 3, 2024, winning with 57% of the vote. She continues the SWAPO party's 34-year rule since Namibia's independence.

Nurse Maria Victoria Juan from the Philippines won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2024 on December 2, 2024, in Bengaluru, India. The award includes a prize of INR 2 Crore, recognizing her exceptional contributions to nursing, including initiating the first aeromedical evacuation system in the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Brigadier Raj Manchanda, the "Old Fox" of Indian squash, passed away at age 80 on December 1, 2024. A six-time National champion and Arjuna Awardee, he was known for his resilience and ability to outlast opponents.

Questions:

1 Who won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2024?

2 Which word was declared the Oxford Word of the Year 2024?