Read Current Affairs of 2 September 2024

 

Current Affairs Update 2nd September 2024

1. Mastercard Introduces Payment Passkey Service in India

• Mastercard has launched its Payment Passkey Service in India to enhance the security and ease of online shopping. This service, currently in a pilot phase, will use biometric authentication methods like fingerprints or facial scans instead of traditional passwords or OTPs, making transactions more secure and reducing the risk of fraud.

2. India Shines at the Asian Cadet Judo Championships

• Himanshi Tokas has won a silver medal in the women’s 63 kg category at the Asian Cadet Judo Championships held in South Korea. This achievement highlights India’s growing prowess in the field of judo on the Asian stage.

3. India Makes History at Paris Paralympics 2024

• Preeti Pal secured India’s first bronze medal in the women's 200m race, marking a significant milestone in Indian athletics at the Paris Paralympics. In addition, Nishad Kumar won a silver medal in the men's high jump T47 event, continuing India’s strong performance in the Paralympics.

4. INS Tabar Engages in Maritime Partnership Exercise with Spanish Navy

• The Indian Naval Ship Tabar conducted a Maritime Partnership Exercise with the Spanish Naval Ship Atalaya in the Mediterranean Sea, demonstrating India’s growing naval capabilities and its commitment to enhancing bilateral maritime cooperation with Spain.

5. India-US Defence Acceleration Ecosystem Summit at Stanford University

• The third edition of the Indus-X Summit will be held at Stanford University in early September, focusing on enhancing the cross-border defence innovation ecosystem between India and the US. This summit will bring together top defense leaders, startups, and venture capitalists to discuss co-production and investment opportunities in the defense sector.

6. 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah Launched

• The 7th edition of Rashtriya Poshan Maah has been inaugurated at the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, with a strong focus on improving nutrition awareness and promoting holistic well-being across India. The campaign aims to combat malnutrition and enhance community participation in health initiatives.

These key current affairs on 2nd September 2024 reflect India’s ongoing progress in areas like technology, sports, defense, and public health, showcasing a nation that is continuously striving for excellence on both domestic and international fronts.