Summits and Conferences in Current Affairs MCQs

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The 9th International Conference on Waste to Worth, organized by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), focused on sustainable waste management practices. It brought together global leaders, policymakers, industry experts, academics, and researchers to collaborate and exchange knowledge. Discussions revolved around innovative strategies, technologies, and policies promoting waste reduction, recycling, and circular economy principles. The theme, “Enabling & Building Global Tech-Partnerships for Future Ready & Sustainable Growth Environs along with Circular Economies,” emphasized global collaboration. The conference aimed to drive sustainable growth, create a cleaner environment, and support the transition to circular economies for future generations.

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The 29th Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit was held on 2-3 December 2024 in New Delhi. It brought together 61 countries, 30 global speakers, and 11 international ministers. The summit focused on building partnerships and promoting global cooperation for a sustainable future. It was organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) with support from Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) , Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The summit has been held annually since 1995. The previous summit in March 2023 saw participation from 67 countries, over 2000 business delegates, and 400 international representatives.

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The 22nd edition of CII Connect was held on December 17-18, 2024, in Chennai, focusing on “Artificial Intelligence in Action – Real-World Applications in Business.” Discussions highlighted AI’s role in rural and urban development, manufacturing, supply chain resilience, smart governance, and community empowerment. Advancements in quantum computing and AR/VR were explored, along with AI-driven products for business operations. The event emphasized industry-academia collaboration to develop an AI-ready workforce for future challenges.

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India will host the first-ever World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in February 2025. WAVES will cover the entire Media & Entertainment (M&E) industry, bringing together global leaders and innovators. It aims to unite industry leaders, stakeholders, and innovators to discuss challenges, promote trade, and shape the sector’s future. The summit will showcase India’s advancements in animation, gaming, entertainment technology, and cinema. WAVES-India aims to position India as a global M&E powerhouse by fostering creativity, innovation and investments. It focuses on building skilled workforce capacity and embracing technological advancements to strengthen India’s creative economy.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a regional conference on ‘Drug Trafficking and National Security’ at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. The conference, organized by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), aimed to address drug trafficking and its impact on national security. Amit Shah launched the Drug Disposal Fortnight and inaugurated the new office complex of the Bhopal Zonal Unit of NCB. He also extended the MANAS-2 helpline to all 36 states and Union Territories. The conference focused on tackling drug trafficking in eight northern Indian states and union territories.

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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the International Overseas Uttarakhandi Conference in Dehradun, fostering ties with global migrants. The state seeks investment in tourism, agriculture, power, wellness, and manufacturing, emphasizing policy reforms and improved infrastructure. A migrant cell and venture fund were announced to support collaboration with migrants. CM Dhami urged migrants to adopt villages or children to address migration issues and preserve heritage.

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The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change addressed the 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Circularity, organized by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) in New Delhi. The theme focused on ‘Nature Positive Recycling,’ emphasizing the importance of aligning India’s growing automotive sector with environmental sustainability. Government policies supporting sustainability include the Vehicle Scrappage Policy, End-of-Life Vehicles Rules, and promotion of Electric Vehicles (EVs) through schemes like FAME and PLI. The Ministry called for circular economy practices, highlighted the automotive sector’s role in achieving SDGs, and encouraged the industry to lead the transition to sustainability.

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The 67th National Conference on Mission Viksit Bharat 1947-2047 was held on January 16 at the Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event aimed to promote the growth and recognition of small businesses, start-ups, individuals, and corporations across India. It featured a panel discussion on ‘Fostering Collective Action: Multi-Sector Collaboration for Promoting Ethics and Responsible Business Practices.’ The summit recognized various professionals and business leaders for their contributions, presenting them with the Business and Community Award.

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The 27th International Congress on Glass (ICG) 2025 conference was held from January 20–24, 2025 at the Biswa Bangla Convention Center in Kolkata, India. The conference was inaugurated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology. The theme of the congress was “Glass: A Smart and Indispensable Material for Sustainable Society”. The conference was organized by CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI). Glass’s critical role in space, defense, and other sectors was highlighted. More than 550 delegates, including 150 international participants, attended ICG 2025.

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Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L. Murugan announced a Global Thirukkural Conference in New Delhi, with preparations underway. Thirukkural, written by Thiruvalluvar, is a classic Tamil text with 1,330 couplets offering wisdom on ethics, governance, love, and spirituality. It is divided into three sections: Aram (Virtue), Porul (Wealth), and Inbam (Love), covering a wide range of moral and practical guidance. The couplets are concise and poetic, making them memorable and quotable. Thirukkural has had a profound influence on Tamil culture and life.