Daily Current Affairs 1 June 2024

NIMHANS awarded Nelson Mandela Award for health promotion for 2024

• The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru has been awarded the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024 by the World Health Organization (WHO).
• This prestigious award recognizes individuals, institutions, and governmental or non-governmental organizations that have made remarkable contributions to health promotion.
• NIMHANS has been at the forefront of mental health and neurosciences, pioneering innovative approaches to research, education, and patient care.
• The award highlights India’s efforts in inclusive healthcare and reinforces NIMHANS’ commitment to promoting mental health and well-being.

ASSOCHAM is hosting an International Roundtable Conference

• The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) is hosting an International Roundtable Conference titled “Effective Audit Committee: Enhancing Governance”.
• This event, scheduled for 31 May 2024, will take place at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi.
• The conference aims to explore the evolving landscape of corporate governance, with a specific focus on the effectiveness of audit committees in combating risks, addressing challenges, and enhancing financial integrity.

Nishant Dev becomes 1st Indian male boxer to qualify for 2024 Paris Olympic Games

• Nishant Dev, a world championships bronze medalist, has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian male boxer to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
• His remarkable achievement came through a convincing unanimous 5-0 decision victory over Moldova’s Vasile Cebotari in the men’s 71 kg category quarterfinal at the World Boxing Qualifiers on 31 May 2024.
• Nishant’s journey from the streets of Karnal to securing a coveted Olympic quota exemplifies his unwavering determination and skill.

BFI agreed to become a member of World Boxing

• The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has taken a significant step by agreeing to become a member of World Boxing, the International Federation established to ensure boxing remains at the heart of the Olympic Movement.
• The BFI’s membership application has been approved by its General Assembly and will be ratified by World Boxing’s Executive Board.
• This move is crucial for safeguarding boxing’s Olympic future, especially considering the International Olympic Committee’s stance on national federations aligning with the suspended International Boxing Association (IBA).

Krishn Kanhai’s ‘The Golden Krishna’ exhibition opens in Dubai

• Renowned Indian artist Krishn Kanhai unveiled his latest collection, “The Golden Krishna,” in a grand opening ceremony on 31 May.
• The exhibition showcases Kanhai’s exquisite new works centered around Lord Krishna.
• The event took place at the Ballroom in The Taj, Business Bay, Dubai, from May 31st to June 2nd, 2024.

BCGCL floats tender for Coal Gasification Project at Odisha

• Bharat Coal Gasification & Chemicals Limited (BCGCL), a joint venture between Coal India Limited (CIL) and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), has initiated a significant project in Odisha.
• The project aims to establish India’s first commercial-scale Coal to Ammonium Nitrate plant using surface coal gasification (SCG) technology.
• The LSTK-2 tender focuses on the Syngas Purification Plant and Ammonia Synthesis Gas Plant, which will process raw syngas from the coal gasifier to make it suitable for ammonia synthesis.
• The entire project cost is estimated at ₹11,782 crores. The venture represents a strategic foray into coal-to-chemical business by these two PSUs.

World No Tobacco Day 2024

• World No Tobacco Day 2024 is observed on 31 May.
• This global initiative, created by the **World Health Organization (WHO) in 1987.
• It aims to raise awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocate for tobacco control measures.
• The theme for 2024 is “Youth step in and speak out #TobaccoExposed.”

Emmanuelle Soubeyran elected as New Director General of WOAH

• Emmanuelle Soubeyran has been elected as the new Director General of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).
• Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the global efforts to enhance animal health and welfare.
• Soubeyran’s term will span from 2024 to 2029.

Reliance and Tata Groups recognized among TIME’s World’s Most Influential Companies

• Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries and Tata Group have once again secured spots on TIME magazine’s esteemed list of the 100 World’s Most Influential Companies for 2024.
• TIME hailed Reliance as ‘India’s Juggernaut’. This marks Reliance’s second appearance on the TIME list.
• Jio Platforms, the entity overseeing the conglomerate’s digital assets, made its debut on the inaugural TIME 100 Most Influential Companies List in 2021. Serum Institute is the other Indian company on the list.
• TIME categorized Reliance under ‘Titans,’ one of the five classifications for the featured companies, which also include Leaders, Disrupters, Innovators, and Pioneers.
• Tata was placed in the ‘Titans’ category alongside Reliance, while Serum Institute was placed as a ‘Pioneer’.