Current affairs 14 November 2024

Samantha Harvey won 2024 Booker Prize for space story "Orbital".

• British author Samantha Harvey has won the 2024 Booker Prize for her novel Orbital, a story about a single day aboard the International Space Station.
• The novel, praised for its vivid depiction of Earth's beauty from space, sold more copies than the past 3 Booker winners combined.
• Harvey's lyrical writing, capturing the intensity of human experience in space, earned her the £50,000 prize.

Investors' Meet 2024 focused on Fisheries & Aquaculture in A&N Islands.

• The Investors’ Meet 2024 in Swaraj Dweep island explored opportunities in the fisheries and aquaculture sector, highlighting the potential of Tuna and Seaweed technologies.
• Investors and experts gathered to discuss sustainable practices, infrastructure, and technology transfer for growth in the region.
• The event also emphasized public-private partnerships and Southeast Asian trade synergies.

Blind T20 World Cup 2024 to be conducted in Lahore & Multan, Pakistan.

• The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) has announced the 17-member Indian team for the 4th Blind T20 World Cup, set to be held in Lahore & Multan, Pakistan from November 22 to December 3, 2024.
• India, the 3-time champion (2012, 2017, 2022) aims to extend its winning streak.
• CABI Chairman Dr. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar emphasized the team's determination to secure a 4th title.

NITI Aayog hosted Green Transition Symposium, launched ASSET Platform.

• NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the Ministry of Power and Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, launched the ASSET platform, aimed at accelerating sustainable energy transitions in states.
• The platform will assist in creating energy transition blueprints, developing bankable projects, and showcasing innovations in sectors like Green Hydrogen and e-mobility.

IDFC FIRST Bank launched first Wings Start-up Lounge.

• IDFC FIRST Bank has launched India's first Start-up Lounge in Bengaluru, providing resources & mentorship to support early-stage startups.
• The lounge offers facilities such as meeting rooms, knowledge sessions & pitch events, helping startups connect with investors.
• The bank also introduces special features like a zero-fee startup account, a business credit card & a founder success program.