Stay informed with our concise roundup of key events and developments from September 22-23, 2024. This one-liner overview captures the most significant news across politics, economy, sports, and global affairs, ensuring you’re up-to-date in just a glance.
1. INSPIRE–MANAK scheme, recently seen in news, is implemented by which organizations? – Department of Science & Technology and National Innovation Foundation (NIF)-India
The 11th National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC) was recently held in New Delhi to felicitate INSPIRE–MANAK winners.
INSPIRE–MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspiration and Knowledge) is a flagship scheme by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.
It supports innovative ideas from school students and encourages them to pursue science and research careers.
The program is implemented jointly by DST and the National Innovation Foundation (NIF) – India.
It targets students aged 10-15 in classes 6 to 10, aiming to nurture future innovators and critical thinkers.
The scheme promotes creativity and innovation, helping students address societal needs and become responsible citizens and leaders.
2. Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Travellers’ Programme, recently expanded to 20 more airports in India , is an initiative of which ministry? – Ministry of Home Affairs
Sri Lankan leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake has won the presidential election at the age of 55.
Dissanayake is the leader of the National People’s Power (NPP) alliance.
Under Sri Lankan electoral law, any candidate needs more than 50% of the vote to win.
About two years ago, there were massive public movements in Sri Lanka due to the economic crisis, after which the political environment in the country was unstable.
Sports
4. Which medal did India win in the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad? – Gold
‘Laapataa Ladies’ has been selected as India’s official entry for Oscars 2025.
The announcement was made on September 23 by the jury of the Film Federation of India (FFI), which selects the Indian film in the Best International Feature Film category every year.
‘Missing Ladies’ is India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025 in the Best Foreign Film category.
12. What is the theme of ‘International Day of Peace 2024’? – Cultivating a Culture of Peace
The International Day of Peace is celebrated annually on September 21.
It aims to promote peace and highlight the importance of global unity for a peaceful and sustainable world.
This year’s theme, ‘Cultivating a Culture of Peace,’ emphasizes the importance of fostering peaceful relations among all races and ethnicities.
The day commemorates the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace, promoting awareness and actions that contribute to a sustainable and harmonious world.
13. When was the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) launched? – 9 April, 2023
14. Who administered the oath of office to Atishi Singh as the Chief Minister of Delhi? – Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena
