National and International Current Affairs 3rd January 2024
1. BRICS Chairmanship by Putin : Putin
started Russia’s 2024 BRICS Chairmanship, emphasizing multilateral development efforts
among Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
2. Pakistan IMF Tranche : Pakistan
is set to receive a $700 million bailout tranche from the IMF in January, aimed
at supporting its struggling economy.
3. India Developments : India
witnessed significant events such as the appointment of a new Secretary for the
Commission, reduction in the age limit for old-age pensions in Jharkhand, and a surge in UPI
transactions.
4. Nationwide Strike and Regional Initiatives: A nationwide strike by truckers and operators,
while various states like Uttar Pradesh and Assam inaugurated innovative
projects like a floating restaurant and eco-friendly transportation solutions.
5. Economic Indicators : India
Inc.’s investment saw a decline in the first nine months of FY24, while
household financial savings decreased, and liability increased, according to RBI’s Financial Stability Report.
6. Business Developments : Flipkart’s
co-founder launched a new startup, Ola Electric secured government incentives,
and TCS launched a simplified system for importing medical devices in India.
7. Appointments and International News : Key appointments in various Indian companies
and the appointment of Chad’s transitional Prime Minister Succes Masra.
Additionally, international collaborations between France, Germany, and India
for urban infrastructure were highlighted.
8. Miscellaneous News : Professor
Ved Prakash Nanda’s passing, Francoise Bettencourt Meyers’ historic fortune, Jammu and Kashmir’s
implementation of the PM Vishwakarma
Yojana, and airport punctuality rankings in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
9. Special Days and Schemes : International
Mind-Body Wellness Day observed on
January 3, and Rajasthan’s effort to integrate its Chiranjeevi scheme with
Ayushman Bharat were mentioned.