IMPORTANT DAYS
World earth day 2024 celebrated on April 22
• Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22nd to support environmental conservation efforts.
• Theme: The theme for Earth Day 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastics”.
• This theme emphasizes the need for collective action to repair and heal the planet’s ecosystems, combat climate change, and preserve biodiversity.
• World Earth Day, also known as International Mother Earth Day, is a globally recognized event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the sustainability of our planet.
• Earth Day holds significance as a global initiative to raise awareness about environmental issues and inspire action.
STATE NEWS
Madhya Pradesh Takes the Front Seat in the Center's Green Credit Programme Initiatives
• Madhya Pradesh takes the lead in the Centre's Green Credit Programme (GCP), with over 500 approved land parcels designated for tree plantation across 10 states
• A total of 10,000 hectares of land have been identified for the programme by participating states.
• MP reports the highest approved degraded forest land for plantation/greening exercises, totaling 954 hectares.
• Other states with approved land parcels include Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Assam, among others.
• Public sector undertakings and entities are registered to carry out plantations on degraded forest land and earn green credits.
• The programme aims to nurture ecosystem services and promote non-carbon environmental positive actions.
APPOINTMENTS
Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi appointed as the next Chief of the Naval Staff
• Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi has been appointed as the next Chief of the Naval Staff, effective from April 30, 2024.
• Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Tripathi was born on May 15, 1964.
• He was commissioned into the Indian Navy's Executive Branch on July 01, 1985.
• With an illustrious career, Vice Admiral Tripathi has previously held key positions, including Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
• He has also commanded Indian Naval Ships Vinash, Kirch, and Trishul.
SPORTS
Gukesh Etches Name in Chess History as Youngest Challenger
• DommarajuGukesh, a 17-year-old Indian chess prodigy, has won the FIDE Candidates tournament, becoming the youngest-ever challenger in the history of the World Chess Championship.
• With an impressive score of 9/14, Gukesh secured the top spot, becoming the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to win the tournament.
• This is a historic moment for chess. Gukesh's achievement shatters records and ushers in a new era of youthful talent.
GRohit Sharma becomes second player to complete 250 IPL appearances
• Rohit Sharma became only the second player after MS Dhoni to play 250 Indian Premier League matches.
• Rohit got to the landmark after featuring in MI's XI for the game against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur, Chandigarh.
• Rohit also reaches 6500 runs in the IPL, becoming the fourth batsman to do so.
