Daily Current Affairs 4 June 2024

Claudia Sheinbaum elected Mexico’s first woman president

• Claudia Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and former mayor of Mexico City, secured a historic win elections by becoming the first woman elected president of Mexico.
• The 61-year-old, affiliated with the Morena party founded by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, ran a disciplined campaign emphasizing continuity.
• Sheinbaum shares many of López Obrador’s ideas about addressing inequality but is viewed as less combative and more data-driven.

Chinese spacecraft lands on Moon’s far side for samples

• A Chinese spacecraft successfully landed on the far side of the moon, specifically in the South Pole-Aitken Basin.
• This mission, part of the Chang’e moon exploration program, aims to collect soil and rock samples.
• It follows the Chang’e 5 mission, which brought back samples from the moon’s near side in 2020.
• China’s growing rivalry with the U.S. and other spacefaring nations is evident as it strives to put a person on the moon by 2030.
• The current mission will use a mechanical arm and a drill to gather up to 4.4 pounds of material for analysis.

Cambridge study shows ‘Third Thumb’ boosts productivity, efficiency

• Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a controllable prosthetic extra thumb, known as the “Third Thumb,” which enhances manual dexterity.
• In testing, 98% of participants successfully used it within a minute. The Third Thumb allows users to grasp and handle objects more effectively.
• This innovative technology emphasizes inclusive design, ensuring that new advancements benefit everyone, including marginalized communities.
• By augmenting human capabilities, such as fine motor skills, this robotic thumb has the potential to revolutionize various tasks, from everyday activities to complex surgeries.

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression 2024

• The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed annually on 4 June.
• The United Nations General Assembly established this day in 1982 through Resolution ES-7/8.
• The date, 4 June, was chosen to commemorate the brutal Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, during which many children lost their lives or suffered grave injuries.
• The resolution aimed to raise awareness about the plight of innocent children caught in the crossfire of armed conflicts.

Real Madrid won record-extending 15th Champions League title

• Real Madrid secured their 15th UEFA Champions League title by defeating Borussia Dortmund with a 2-0 victory in the final. The match took place at Wembley Stadium in London.
• Real Madrid’s triumph adds to their remarkable history of European success, making them the continent’s most decorated club.
• Their dominance in recent years, with six titles since 2014, underscores their football prowess and legacy.

Nokia and Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya collaborate on 5G/6G research

• Nokia has signed a MoU with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) to pursue research and development opportunities in transportation and logistics in India.
• The collaboration focuses on 5G/6G communications for air, land, and sea transportation use cases.
• Nokia’s Network as Code platform with developer portal and digital twins will play a crucial role in this research.
• GSV, a Central University under the Ministry of Railways, aims to enhance multidisciplinary education, research, and skilling in the transportation and logistics sectors.

BJP and SKM Triumph in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim assembly elections

• In the recent assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a second consecutive term in Arunachal Pradesh, winning 46 out of 60 seats.
• Meanwhile, in Sikkim, the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) achieved a resounding victory, winning 31 out of 32 seats, surpassing the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF).
• The BJP’s dominance in Arunachal Pradesh and SKM’s impressive win in Sikkim reflect the voters’ preferences and set the stage for their respective governments’ continued leadership.

Zupee Collaborates with Gurugram Cyber Police for Cyber Security Awareness

• Zupee, India’s largest skill-based Ludo platform, has partnered with the Gurugram Cyber Police for the 11th edition of the Cyber Security Summer Internship Program, known as ‘Cyber Warriors’.
• This flagship event, organized by the Gurugram Police since 2013, aims to strengthen the cyber security ecosystem.
• The month-long internship, which began on June 3rd, involves 1,100 interns selected from across India and overseas.
• Under the guidance of Cyber Security Expert Dr. Rakshit Tandon, participants receive immersive training in cyber security, promoting cyber safety and fostering a network of law-abiding netizens.

Helen Mary Roberts becomes first woman brigadier in Pakistan Army from Minority Community

• Helen Mary Roberts, a Christian woman, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first woman from the minority community to be promoted to the rank of brigadier in Pakistan’s military history.
• She serves in the Pakistan Army Medical Corps and has dedicated 26 years to her service.
• Her promotion comes at a crucial time when attacks on minorities, especially Christians, have drawn attention.
• Roberts’ rise represents hope and progress for the Christian community, emphasizing merit and national representation within the Pakistan Army.

New Blue Ant species discovered in Eastern Himalayas

• A captivating blue ant species has been discovered in Yingku village, Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India.
• This remarkable insect belongs to the rare genus Paraparatrechina and has been named Paraparatrechina neela. Its unique blue coloration sets it apart from common red, black, or brown ants.
• Entomologists from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) and the University of Florida collaborated to describe this new species.
• The discovery occurred during an expedition to the Siang Valley, a biodiversity hotspot in the Eastern Himalayas.