Current Affairs Sept 7th 2024.

Current Affairs Sept 7th 2024.

National, International and Sports current affairs for today, September 8, 2024:

National Current Affairs:

1. IIT Delhi Opens First International Campus in Abu Dhabi: IIT Delhi inaugurated its first overseas campus in Abu Dhabi, enrolling 52 students in various engineering disciplines. This initiative expands India’s global educational footprint.
2. India Becomes Largest Plastic Polluter: A recent study published in Nature highlights that India is now the largest contributor to global plastic waste, producing over 9 million tonnes annually​.
3. Rajasthan Government Approves 33% Quota for Women in Police Force: Rajasthan has passed a law granting 33% reservation for women in its police force, aiming to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in law enforcement
4. India Wins 26 Medals at Paris 2024 Paralympics: India achieved its best-ever performance at the Paris Paralympics, securing 26 medals, including 6 golds. Flag bearers Harvinder Singh and Preeti Pal will represent India at the closing ceremony
5. Tourism Ministry Launches Intellectual Property Initiative: The Indian government launched its first national intellectual property initiative, Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024, to promote tourism and identify top attractions across various categories

International Current Affairs:

1. Morocco Earthquake Claims Over 1,000 Lives: A devastating earthquake hit Morocco, causing widespread damage and resulting in over 1,000 deaths. Rescue operations are ongoing as the world watches the tragedy unfold

2. India and EU Strengthen Defense Ties: India and the European Union are expanding their defense cooperation, focusing on enhancing joint operational capabilities in cyberspace and maritime security​

3. North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles: North Korea conducted a new round of ballistic missile tests, sparking tensions in the region as neighboring countries closely monitor the situation​

4. Global Efforts to Curb Plastic Pollution: Following alarming reports about India’s role in global plastic waste, several nations are accelerating efforts to implement stricter policies to curb plastic pollution​

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5. UN Calls for Immediate Action on Climate Change: The United Nations urged world leaders to accelerate climate action, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and tackling global warming, as extreme weather events intensify​

Sports Current Affairs:

• Aryna Sabalenka Wins US Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka clinched her maiden US Open women’s singles title by defeating Jessica Pegula in straight sets (7-5, 7-5). This victory marks her third Grand Slam title​.

• Australia’s Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson Claim Men’s Doubles Title: In the US Open, the Australian duo of Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson secured the men’s doubles championship, overcoming Germany’s Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz​.

• Navdeep Wins Historic Gold at Paris Paralympics: Indian javelin thrower Navdeep Singh won a historic gold in the men’s F41 javelin event at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games​.

• Tatyana McFadden Competes in Women’s T54 Marathon at Paralympics: The highly decorated American wheelchair racer, Tatyana McFadden, vied for gold in the T54 marathon on the final day of the Paris Paralympics.
• Canada Faces China for Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Bronze: At the Paralympics, Canada and China battled for the bronze medal in women’s wheelchair basketball, while the US took on the Netherlands in the gold medal match.

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