New Aadhaar Rules Cause Enrollment Issues for Overseas Citizens

New rules were introduced for people applying for Aadhaar, India’s unique identification number. These changes affect Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). Now, anyone over 18 must prove that they have stayed in India for at least ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Deadly ‘Dragon Drones’ Emerge in Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Dragon drones are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that drop thermite, a substance that burns at extremely high temperatures. Thermite is made from aluminum and iron oxide, and when it ignites, it produces intense heat, over 2,400 degrees Celsius. This heat ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

United Nations Interim Peacekeeping Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)

India has expressed concern about the worsening security situation in West Asia, especially after an incident where two United Nations peacekeepers were injured. These peacekeepers, part of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), were hurt when an Israeli ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

FBI Exposes Cryptocurrency Manipulation with Ethereum Token

The FBI has taken a step into the world of cryptocurrency by creating an Ethereum-based token called NexFundAI. This token is part of a sting operation designed to expose illegal activities in the cryptocurrency markets. Through this operation, the FBI ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

China Conducts Military Drills Near Taiwan Amid Tensions

On October 14, 2024, China held large military exercises around Taiwan and nearby islands. These drills were a warning to Taiwan because its president, Lai Ching-te, refused to say that Taiwan is part of China. The exercises were meant to ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

New X-Band Radar Approved for Wayanad Flood Monitoring

In July 2024, devastating floods and landslides hit Wayanad district in Kerala, killing more than 200 people. To prevent future disasters, the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences approved the installation of an X-band radar in the region. This radar will ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

Record Solar Power Capacity Reached Globally in 2023

In 2023, the world added 347 gigawatts (GW) of solar energy, marking a 74% increase from the previous year. This rapid growth was driven by the falling costs of solar panels and supportive government policies, as noted in a report ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Indian Naval Ships Enhance Maritime Cooperation in Bahrain

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tir and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Veera arrived in Manama, Bahrain, as part of a Long Range Training Deployment in the Persian Gulf. This visit highlights India’s dedication to improving maritime security and cooperation ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs