New Jumping Spider Species Discovered in Tamil Nadu

A new species of jumping spider, Carrhotus piperus, has been discovered in the lower Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu. This discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of the region and brings the total number of Carrhotus species in India to 10, ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India Successfully Launches Agni-4 Ballistic Missile in Odisha

India recently conducted a successful test of the Agni-4 ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. The test was carried out by the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), confirming the missile’s performance and technical abilities. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India’s First Bio-Hydrogen Project

The Indian government awarded a contract to develop the country’s first bio-hydrogen project, led by Gensol Engineering in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables. Valued at Rs 164 crore, the project aims to align with the National Green Hydrogen Mission ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India Commissioned Advanced Nuclear Submarine INS Arighaat

India has recently commissioned its second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), named INS Arighaat. This is a major boost to India’s naval capabilities, coming after the first SSBN, INS Arihant, which was commissioned in 2016. India’s journey into building nuclear-powered ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 7, 2024

1. Which day will be observed and celebrated as ‘Sootea Day’ by the Assam government? [A] 15 July[B] 20 August[C] 18 September[D] 5 October Show Answer Correct Answer: B [20 August] Notes:Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Sootea Police Station ..

India Becomes World’s Top Plastic Polluter, Study Finds

India has become the largest plastic polluter in the world, producing 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste every year. This amount makes up about 20% of the total global plastic emissions, showing how serious the problem is for both India ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)

Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that China would provide $51 billion to help African countries during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The money will be used to support 30 major infrastructure projects, which could include building roads, bridges, power ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Why Planes Avoid the Tibetan Plateau?

The Tibetan Plateau, often called the “Forbidden Plateau,” is a massive region with unique challenges that make it very difficult for airplanes to fly over. Its high altitude, dangerous weather, lack of emergency landing areas, and limited air traffic control ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

New Antarctic Dragonfish Species Discovered by Researchers

Antarctica’s waters are incredibly rich in marine life, with many species still unknown to science. Recent research by William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science has revealed a new species of fish in the Antarctic Peninsula. This new species ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

World Experiences Hottest Northern Hemisphere Summer

The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has announced that the summer of 2024 was the hottest ever recorded in the northern hemisphere, from June to August. This surpassed the previous record set last year. The rising temperatures are a result ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs