22 January 2024 : Latest Current Affairs 22nd January
Important Current Affairs 22nd January 2024
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 22nd January including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 22nd January 2024 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 22nd January – National News
1. The Significance Of The 84-Second “Mool Muhurat” At The Opening Of Ram Mandir
◉ An important and eagerly awaited addition to India’s cultural and religious landscape is the opening of the Ram Mandir at Ayodhya.
◉ The main attraction of this magnificent occasion is the ‘Mool Muhurat,’ an auspicious 84-second period when the idol of Ram Lalla will be sanctified.
◉ This 84-second span is a portion of the 48-minute “Abhijit Muhurat,” which is regarded as incredibly sacred in Hindu astrology. On the day of the inauguration, the “Abhijit Muhurat” starts at 12:16 PM and ends at 12:59 PM.
◉ In India, the “Mool Muhurat” is regarded as a significant spiritual and cultural occasion.
2. Solar-Powered “Surya Tilak” for Ram Lalla in Ayodhya Ram Temple
◉ A revolutionary addition to the immensely sacred Ayodhya Ram Temple in India is about to be unveiled: a solar-powered “Surya Tilak” for the god Ram Lalla.
◉ An inventive mechanism called the “Surya Tilak” was created to apply sunlight to Lord Ram’s idol’s forehead in the shape of a “Tilak,” a customary Hindu forehead mark. This special feature is only scheduled for the yearly Ram Navami celebration, which commemorates the birth of Lord Ram.
◉ Under the direction of Odia scientist Saroj Kumar Panigrahi, a team from the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) developed the idea, which does not use any iron, steel, power, or batteries. The system is manually controlled and constructed of brass, upholding ancient values.
3. The Pran Pratisha at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya
◉ Hinduism’s core rite of Pran Pratishtha is profoundly spiritual and important, particularly in light of the impending opening of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
◉ In this age-old ritual, the idol of a deity—in this case, Lord Ram—is consecrated to give it divine life and energy. Not only is the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla at the Ram Mandir a ceremony, but it’s also a historic occasion that millions of devotees around the world find meaningful.
◉ Pran Pratishtha is a complex ceremony consisting of multiple phases, each having a spiritual meaning. The idol is first purified in a ritual before being dressed with sacred garments and embellishments.
4. The groundbreaking of the groundbreaking “Ayush Diksha” center in Bhubaneswar was inaugurated by Union Ayush Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal.
◉ In a historic ceremony, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, laid the cornerstone for “Ayush Diksha,” a trailblazing facility devoted to the training of upcoming Ayush professionals. The event was held on the grounds of the Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Bhubaneswar.
◉ With a particular focus on Ayurvedic professionals, the “Ayush Diksha” facility is poised to become a hub for the advancement of human resources in Ayush. The organization seeks to establish partnerships with leading national institutes to build capacity, fortify human resources, expedite research and development, and attain self-sustainability to generate income.
5. January 21, 2024, is Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya’s Foundation Day.
◉ The northeastern Indian states of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya will commemorate their 52nd anniversary of statehood on January 21, 2024.
◉ All three of the states mark Statehood Day with considerable enthusiasm. The diverse cultural offerings of every area are exhibited through parades, concerts, traditional dances, and cultural activities.
◉ Under the North Eastern Region (Re-organisation) Act, 1971, the states of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya were granted full state status on January 21, 1972. In October 1949, the princely states of Manipur and Tripura were unified with India. Let’s examine the State Reorganization of the Northeast in more detail.
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Banking
6. RBI Appropriates Praveen Achuthan Kutty to Lead and Manage DCB Bank
◉ The appointment of Praveen Achuthan Kutty as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DCB Bank has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
◉ Praveen Achuthan Kutty, who has worked in retail and SME banking for more than 32 years, provides a wealth of expertise. Kutty has been a key member of DCB Bank’s executive team for the last sixteen years, and she currently manages retail, SME, and Agri banking banking.
◉ The appointment will take effect on April 28, 2024, which is the end of Murali Natrajan’s tenure as MD and CEO. When Natrajan took over the position in May 2009, he had already worked for prestigious companies including Standard Chartered and Citibank.
Defence
7. Operation Sarvashakti is launched by the Indian Army to eradicate terrorists.
◉ The Indian Army is initiating Operation Sarvashakti, a strategic initiative targeted at reducing the influence of terrorist groups that are Pakistani proxies, in response to the increasing terrorist operations that are occurring in Jammu and Kashmir.
◉ This operation, which focuses on the Pir Panjal mountain ranges in the Union Territory, aims to destroy terrorists that are active in the delicate Rajouri Poonch area.
◉ Combining counterterrorism efforts on both sides of the Pir Panjal ranges is the goal of Operation Sarvashakti. To counter terrorist threats, the White Knight Corps, headquartered in Nagrota, and the Chinar Corps, stationed in Srinagar, will conduct simultaneous operations. Important elements of this operation include coordinated efforts by the Special Operations Group, CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and intelligence agencies.
Science
8. First Turkish astronaut aboard SpaceX’s Ax-3 mission to the International Space Station
◉ On January 18, SpaceX accomplished a historic feat by launching the Ax-3 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
◉ The third mission managed by Houston-based Axiom Orbit saw the Crew Dragon spacecraft, called “Freedom,” launch into orbit atop a Falcon 9 rocket.
◉ Michael Lopez-Alegría, a former NASA astronaut, is leading the diverse crew of the Ax-3 mission. It features Turkey’s first astronaut, Alper Gezeravcı, alongside astronauts Walter Villadei, Marcus Wandt, and the European Space Agency. This voyage to the ISS is being billed by Axiom as “the first all-European commercial astronaut mission.”
Sports
9. Complete the Medal Count for the 2024 Khelo India Youth Games
◉ The nation’s youthful athletes are on display at the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 in Tamil Nadu, which is a celebration of talent, willpower, and sportsmanship.
◉ This sixth edition of KIYG, which takes place from January 19 to January 31, promises to be an incredible event with over 5,600 athletes nationally. The games, which were held in the energetic cities of Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore, are evidence of India’s dedication to fostering sports at the local level.
◉ Athletes from all 36 States and Union Territories of India are competing in this year’s KIYG, demonstrating the wide-ranging and diverse interest in sports across the country. With 559 athletes, Tamil Nadu, the host state, had the greatest contingent.
10. Bronze is claimed by wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya. Bronze medallist Ravi Kumar Dahiya of the Tokyo Olympics won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane wrestling competition in Nice, France.
◉ Dahiya’s injuries incurred during practice were the reason for his withdrawal from the international scene for the whole 2023 campaign. He suffered injuries to his right knee in February, including an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL), which prevented him from competing at the Asian Championships in April 2023.
◉ Excitement and anticipation surrounded Dahiya’s return to the mat at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane. He participated in the 61 kg freestyle division and demonstrated his expertise and perseverance throughout the competition.
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