DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS 19-08-2024
NATIONAL NEWS
PM Modi inaugurates 3rd Voice of Global South Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit.
The Summit is being held in a virtual format, and many leaders of the Global South are participating in the meeting.
Theme 2024 – An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable Future
The Voice of Global South is an Indian concept rooted in the ancient Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. It provides a platform for the countries of the Global South to raise issues that are vital to them.
BANKING NEWS
RBI imposes monetary penalties on Bank of Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1,27,20,000/- on Bank of Maharashtra for non-compliance with certain directions issued by RBI on ‘Loan System for Delivery of Bank Credit’, ‘Cyber Security Framework in Banks’ and ‘Know Your Customer’.
The RBI has also imposed a monetary penalty of ₹4.90 lakh on Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited (the company) for non-compliance with certain provisions of the Reserve Bank of India (Know Your Customer (KYC)) Directions, 2016.
AWARDS
70th National Film Awards winners announced
The winners of the 70th National Film Awards were declared August 16.
Honouring the best films and cinematic achievements of the year 2022, the awards were announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) at a presser in New Delhi.
Rahul Rawail was the Chairperson of the Feature Film Jury, Nila Madhab Panda was the Chairperson of the Non-Feature Film Jury and Gangadhar Mudalair was the Chairperson of the Best Writing on Cinema Jury.
Actor Rishab Shetty won the Best Actor award in a Feature Film for his scintillating performance in the Kannada folk action thriller, Kantara. The film, which was also directed by Rishab, was also named Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
The Best Actress in a Feature Film award was a tie between Nithya Menen, for her performance in the Tamil comedy-drama Thiruchitrambalam, and Manasi Parekh for her Gujarati drama film, Kutch Express.
IMPORTANT DAY
19 July – World Photography Day
World Photography Day is observed every year on 19 August to raise awareness about the importance of photography.
Photography is an art form that allows us to freeze and keep moments forever. A single image can evoke a variety of emotions and feelings, which can be relived with a quick gaze.