Page-10 of GKToday Archives: November, 2024
ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA)
The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) joint committee convened to review the bilateral pact, which indicates a step forward in tariff negotiations. This meeting took place from November 15-22 in Delhi and officials from all ten ASEAN nations and ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Prime Minister Internship Scheme – 2024
The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) will launch on December 2, 2024, and aims to enhance job opportunities and skills for India’s youth. The pilot phase began on October 3, 2024, and Selected candidates will receive joining orders on the ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
New Telecom Cyber Security Rules in India
The Government of India has implemented new telecom cyber security regulations, aimed to enhance the protection of communication networks and services. Telecom companies are now required to report security incidents to the government. They must also share specific data for ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Indian MSMEs Generate Around 10 Crore Jobs in 15 Months
India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have experienced remarkable growth recently. Official data from the Udhayam Portal reveals that they have generated nearly 10 crore new jobs in just 15 months. The registered MSMEs have surged from 2.33 crore ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
How Does Math Relate to the Life Cycle of Periodical Cicadas?
Two broods of periodical cicadas have emerged together for the first time in over 200 years. Brood XIX appears in the southeastern U.S., while Brood XIII is found in the Midwest. Additionally, Australian greengrocer cicadas, which follow a seven-year cycle, ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Jobs at Your Doorstep Report
The Union Education Minister and Labour Minister recently launched a World Bank report, which is titled “Jobs at Your Doorstep – A Jobs Diagnostics for Young People,” which focuses on job opportunities and skill development in six states of India ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
PM Modi Honored with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ‘Global Peace Award’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Global Peace Award, which recognizes his efforts toward inclusive development. It was presented jointly by Washington Adventist University and AIAM. The award specifically acknowledges his work for ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Breakthrough in Monkeypox Virus Research
Researchers at JNCASR have made important strides in studying the monkeypox virus (MPV), which is crucial as the World Health Organization has declared MPV a global health emergency twice in three years. Recently, the virus spread to 15 African countries ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Global Plastics Treaty
Recent discussions ahead of the Global Plastics Treaty event have brought into light critical issues, which will take place in Busan, South Korea, from November 25 to December 1. United Nations experts stress the necessity of accountability in the plastic ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
India and Japan Strengthen Defence Cooperation
India and Japan are enhancing their defence collaboration, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently concluded a visit to Laos. This visit included meetings with Japanese and Philippine counterparts during the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus). Key Discussions The discussions focused ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs