Current affairs 11 February 2024

Saudi Arabia became guest of honour at New Delhi World Book Fair.

• The World Book Fair in New Delhi began on 10th February, organized by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce.
• The theme for this year's fair is Multi-Lingual India, A Living Tradition.
• Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the guest of honor, highlighting the fair's international focus on promoting diverse cultures and literature.

Ratan Tata's pet project of animals' hospital to come up in Mumbai.

• Ratan Tata's long-awaited veterinary hospital will be built in Mumbai's Mahalaxmi area.
• The 5-storey, 98,000-square-foot hospital will provide state-of-the-art healthcare for small animals.
• Tata Trusts, led by the renowned industrialist, aims to offer specialized treatments with a patient-centric approach.

Narendra Kumar Yadav new Brand Ambassador for Fit India Movement.

• Narendra Kumar Yadav, an IRS officer, has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the Fit India Movement.
• Yadav is a fervent fitness enthusiast and certified fitness trainer and nutritionist.
• Through his new role, Yadav aims to amplify the message of health and fitness, inspire individuals across the nation to prioritize their physical and mental well-being.

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Vividhta ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrated NE India's Cultural Splendour.

• President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated Vividhta ka Amrit Mahotsav at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
• The event showcased the diverse handicrafts, handlooms, agro products, and GI products from all eight northeastern states.
• Organized by the Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the Mahotsav served as a vibrant cultural odyssey.

Juspay, Zoho, Decentro got RBI's nod for payment aggregator business.

• Two fintech startups, Juspay and Decentro, have received the final license to operate as payment aggregators in India.
• Juspay aims to enter the payments space directly and expand operations beyond India.
• Zoho, an enterprise SaaS player, also received the payment aggregator license, becoming the first of its kind to do so.