Page-31 of GKToday Archives: November, 2024

Strengthening the Fight Against Doping in Sports

November 16, 2024

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, has initiated a campaign against doping in sports. He urges athletes and coaches to use the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India’s ‘Know Your Medicine (KYM)’ app. This app provides vital ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 16, 2024

November 16, 2024

1. Where was the world’s largest coral colony recently discovered? [A] Solomon Islands[B] Papua New Guinea[C] Indonesia[D] Australia Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Solomon Islands] Notes:Researchers recently discovered the world’s largest coral colony in the Solomon Islands. The Solomon Islands ..

Govt to Launch PAIR Programme to Boost University Research

November 15, 2024

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Program, which enhances research capabilities in Indian universities. The programme was introduced during the first meeting of the Governing Board on September 10, 2024. ..

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Andhra Pradesh Bill to End Discrimination

November 15, 2024

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a Bill  to amend the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Act, 1986 for removal of discriminatory terms regarding individuals affected by leprosy. The Bill was introduced on November 14, 2024, by Health ..

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44% Coral Species Face Extinction: IUCN Red List

November 15, 2024

The recent report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) shows that 44% of reef-building coral species are now at risk of extinction, up from 33% in 2008. These alarming findings were discussed at the 29th Conference of ..

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Influenza Trends and Health Advisory 2024

November 15, 2024

Recent data from the State Public Health Laboratory (SPHL) marks important respiratory illness trends. Influenza A and B viruses are the primary culprits, affecting 75.4% of patients with Influenza-Like Illness (ILI). The report indicates a notable increase in fever cases ..

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Pinaka Rocket System Flight Tests Successful

November 15, 2024

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful flight tests of the guided Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL), which took place on November 14, 2024. The completion marks an important step towards the system’s induction into the Indian ..

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Tamil Nadu Tackles Invasive Plant Threat

November 15, 2024

The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is dealing with a new ecological problem caused by an invasive plant called Senna tora. This plant, originally from Central America, has been found in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and nearby areas, which may harm ..

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