- India emerged as the world leader in remittances in 2022, receiving over $111 billion, surpassing the $100 billion milestone for the first time. This significant achievement underscores India’s pivotal role in the global remittance landscape, as highlighted the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the UN’s World Migration Report 2024.
- Amul, the Indian milk producer, has been appointed as the ‘Official Sponsor’ of the Sri Lanka Men’s Team for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This partnership is aimed at boosting Amul’s brand visibility and supporting small and marginal farmers, aligning with Amul’s proven model for dairy development.
- Infosys received the world’s first ISO 42001:2023 Certification for its Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). This certification, granted TUV India, highlights Infosys’ commitment to adopting a systematic approach to AI management, focusing on risk mitigation and streamlined processes. It signifies Infosys’ leadership in leveraging international standards for managing AI technologies effectively and responsibly.
World Press Freedom Day: 03 May 2024
Theme: A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the face of the environmental crisis
International Day for Biological Diversity: 22 May 2024
Theme: Be part of the plan
World No Tobacco Day: 31 May 2024
Theme: Protecting children from tobacco industry interference
Indian Premier League 2024
- Winners – Kolkata Knight Riders (3rd title)
- Runners-up – Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Most valuable player – Sunil Narine (Kolkata Knight Riders)
- Most runs (Orange Cap) – Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) (741)
- Most wickets (Purple Cap) – Harshal Patel (Punjab Kings) (24)
2024 Sultan Azlan Shah hockey tournament
Japan has won the 2024 Sultan Azlan Shah hockey tournament defeating Pakistan in the finals at Ipoh, Malaysia
World Hydrogen Summit 2024
The City Rotterdam, Netherlands in which the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 was held from 13 to 15 May 2024.
2024 Thomas Cup and Uber Cup
China has won both the 2024 Thomas Cup and Uber Cup badminton championships defeating Indonesia in both the finals in Chengdu, China