Current affairs 31 January 2024

"Maratha Military Landscapes of India" for UNESCO World Heritage List.

• Maratha Military Landscapes of India will be India’s nomination for recognition as UNESCO World Heritage List for year 2024-25.
• 12 parts of this nomination are Salher fort, Shivneri fort, Lohgad, Khanderi fort, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijay durg, Sindhudurg in Maharashtra and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu.
• It will show Maratha historical significance and influence.

Ministry of Culture’s Tableau at 1st spot at Republic Day Parade 2024.

• IGNCA's Ministry of Culture tableau secured 1st prize at the Republic Day Celebration Parade 2024.
• Theme India: Mother of Democracy.
• The tableau showcased a blend of tradition and innovation, incorporating the anamorphic technique to highlight Bharat's heritage.
• This achievement reflected the Ministry of Culture's commitment to preserving and celebrating India's diverse cultural legacy.

UP Govt. set to launch 1st Water Metro service in Ayodhya.

• The water metro services in Ayodhya will start between the Guptar Ghat and Sant Tulsidas Ghat.
• The total distance between these two ghats is about 14 kilometers.
• These vessels will work on electricity.
• Once they charge, they can work for an hour. These AC vessels can take 50 passengers at a time, and easy and fast charging stations will also be set up at the ghat.

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Tata Power installs 1,000 kW bifacial solar project in West Bengal.

• Tata Power Renewable Energy achieves a breakthrough with a 1,040 kW Bifacial Solar System in Chengmari Tea Estate.
• Eastern India witnesses its first-ever on-ground installation of bifacial modules, capturing sunlight from both surfaces.
• Sustainable energy milestone as Tata Power continues to lead in innovative solar solutions.

NTPC Limited gets certified as a Top Employer 2024 in India.

• NTPC Limited achieves Top Employer 2024 certification, as declared by the Top Employers Institute.
• The certification process involved a thorough HR Best Practice Survey, Validation, and Audit against international standards, showcasing NTPC's commitment to excellence.
• Director Shri Dillip Kumar Patel accepts the award at the Top Employers 2024 Certification Celebration Event in Singapore.