History of 8th November
- 1661: Sikh religious leader Har Rai passed away.
- 2008: India’s first human space mission Chandrayaan-1 reached the Moon’s orbit.
- 1920: India’s famous dancer Sitara Devi was born.
- 2016: The Indian government demonetized big coins in which 500 and 1000 rupee coins were declared illegal.
- 1895: Physicist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered X-rays.
Current Affairs Related to 8th November 2024
Stay updated with the latest news in India with our “Daily Current Affairs 8 november2024” roundup. This edition covers India’s leadership role in the International Solar Alliance, the unveiling of a new biodiversity action plan, joint military exercises with Vietnam, and recent advancements in energy and sustainability. Catch up on notable corporate developments, regulatory changes, and a heartfelt farewell to Indian cricketer Wriddhiman Saha.
India Elected as Chair of International Solar Alliance till 2026
India has been elected as the Chair of the International Solar Alliance for 2 years till 2026. Ashish Khanna will replace Dr. Ajay Mathur as ISA Director General. He will assume office in 2025. India’s solar capacity has grown from 2 GW in 2014 to 90 GW. Fiji aims to meet 100% of its electricity demand from renewable energy by 2030. Fossil fuel imports currently account for 30% of Fiji’s total import cost.
India Unveils Updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan
India unveiled its updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan. It was released at an event organized at the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity. This is the third NBSAP developed since 2000. Under this plan, India has set 23 targets under six broad conservation domains. The Biodiversity Expenditure Review estimated that its implementation would require an estimated annual average financial requirement of Rs 81,664.88 crore at the central government level.
Vietnam India Bilateral Army Exercise 2024 Begins in Ambala, Haryana
Vietnam India Bilateral Army Exercise 2024 began in Ambala, Haryana. This is the fifth edition of the Vietnam India Bilateral Army Exercise. Winbex 2024 aims to enhance the joint military capabilities of India and Vietnam. Army and Air Force personnel of both countries are participating for the first time. The Indian Army contingent consists of 47 personnel. It is represented by a regiment of the Corps of Engineers as well as personnel from other arms and services.
SEBI Proposes Changes for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
The Securities and Equity Board of India has introduced several proposed changes for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Small and Medium Enterprises (SEM) RITs. The objective is to benefit investors in the equity market and investor protection. This is part of SEBI’s ongoing initiative to strengthen governance in investing, reduce financial risk, and improve advertising.
Indian Cricketer Wriddhiman Saha Announces Retirement
Indian fast bowler Wriddhiman Saha has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. He said that the ongoing Ranji Trophy season will be his last tournament. The 40-year-old is considered one of the best batsmen in India’s Test cricket. His career was not very big, but he won everyone’s heart with his skills. Saha shared the video from his social media handle. Saha has made a great journey in cricket and made this final season memorable for Bengal.
NTPC and ONGC Launch Green Energy Joint Venture
NTPC Limited and Oil and Natural Gas Limited have officially launched a 50:50 venture company through their green energy corporations, NTPC Green Urja Limited and ONGC Green Urja Limited. The collaboration aims to accelerate India’s cooperation and new energy goals. The move comes after Joint Secretaries of DIPAM and NITI Aayog released the MoU signed between the two organizations during Energy Week in India in February 2024.
Cairn Oil & Gas Joins UNEP’s Oil & Gas Methane Initiative 2.0
Cairn Oil & Gas has taken a historic step by joining the United Nations Environment Programme’s Oil & Gas Methane Initiative 2.0. This step is a significant initiative towards promoting sustainable sustainability in India’s oil and gas sector. Cairn has signed an MoU with UNEP’s flagship Methane Emissions and Reduction Initiative OGMP 2.0. Under this, Cairn has pledged to implement Alpine to effectively reduce methane emissions. Cairn became the first Indian oil and gas company to join this global initiative.
India Yamaha Motor Appoints Itaru Otani as New CEO
India Yamaha Motor has appointed Itaru Otani as its new youth CEO, which is a significant move to expand the company’s presence in the Indian automobile two-wheeler market.
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