30th January 2024 Daily Current Affairs
Banking & Finance
1. IMF upgrades India’s GDP growth rate to 6.7 percent for current FY
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased its GDP growth estimate for India to 6.7 percent for the current financial year.
- It is 40 basis points higher than its previous forecast of 6.3 percent.
- In its latest World Economic Outlook report, IMF also raised India’s upward medium-term GDP growth to 6.5 percent, a 20 basis point upgrade from its October 2023 forecast, for years 2025, 2026.
Important Dates
2. International Zebra Day:31st January
- Each year on January 31st, International Zebra Day is observed to bring attention to the conservation and well-being of zebras, shedding light on the difficulties these iconic animals encounter.
- With their distinct stripe patterns and fascinating social behaviours, zebras remain captivating creatures that spark curiosity and admiration.
- Zebras are highly social animals that form tight-knit groups called harems.
