Page-34 of GKToday Archives: November, 2024
What is Kayakalp Scheme?
The Rajasthan College Education Commission has mandated a new initiative. Twenty government colleges will paint their front facades and entry halls orange. This directive aligns with the Kayakalp Scheme. The scheme aims to encourage a positive environment in educational institutions. ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
8th International Ancient Arts Festival
The 8th International Ancient Arts Festival and Symposium took place from 8th to 10th November 2024. The Indira Gandhi National Centre hosted it for the Arts (IGNCA). The event was a collaboration with the Rays of Wisdom Society and received ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
National Education Day is Observed on November 11
November 11 marks an important day in India. It honors Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education Minister of independent India. This day emphasizes the vital role of education in shaping the nation’s future. With a youthful population, the focus ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 12, 2024
1. The Toto Tribe primarily resides in which state? [A] Odisha[B] West Bengal[C] Sikkim[D] Arunachal Pradesh Show Answer Correct Answer: B [West Bengal] Notes:The Toto tribe, with fewer than 1,600 members, lives in Totopara village, West Bengal, near the Bhutan ..
LignoSat: First Wooden Satellite Launches for Space Testing
On November 5, 2024, the world witnessed a groundbreaking event. The first wood-panelled satellite, named LignoSat, was launched into space. This tiny spacecraft aims to explore the viability of timber as a renewable building material for future space missions. Developed ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Tensions Rise in South China Sea Dispute
China and the Philippines are engaged in escalating tensions over territorial claims in the South China Sea. Recent developments have heightened the conflict. The Philippines has defined its maritime boundaries, prompting a strong response from China. This situation reflects ongoing ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Mpox Virus – Recent Developments and Concerns
The mpox virus, previously known as monkeypox, has remained an important public health concern since the eradication of smallpox in 1980. In 2022 and again in 2023, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared mpox a public health emergency. This marks ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
New Scheme to Boost Medical Device Industry
The Government of India has initiated a new scheme aimed at enhancing the medical device industry. Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda announced this initiative in New Delhi. This scheme is expected to transform the sector . It aims to make ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Kerala Launches Seaplane Service for Tourism
The tourism sector in Kerala is set for an important boost with the launch of a new seaplane service. This initiative is scheduled to commence on November 11 at Bolgatty Waterdrome in Kochi. The inaugural flight will operate from Bolgatty ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
INSV Tarini Completes Historic Voyage to Australia
The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini has successfully completed a 39-day voyage. This journey began on October 2, 2024, from Goa. The expedition is part of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II initiative. It aims to promote gender equality and ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs