Exercise ‘Garud Shakti’ Begins

An Indian Army contingent of 25 personnel departed for Indonesia. They are participating in the 9th edition of the joint exercise named ‘Garud Shakti 24’. This event is taking place in Cijantung, Jakarta, from November 1 to November 12. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

India’s First Green Certified Zoo in Himachal Pradesh

The Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park is set to be an important development in India. Located in Bankhandi, Kangra district, it will be the first zoo in India to gain certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). This certification marks ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

What is Deepam 2.0 Scheme?

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched the Deepam 2.0 scheme in Edupuram, Srikakulam. This initiative offers free gas cylinders to women, aiming to provide clean cooking energy and improve living conditions. Naidu personally distributed the cylinders, denoting the importance ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

Namo Drone Didi Scheme for Women SHGs Launched

The Indian Government has launched the ‘Namo Drone Didi’ scheme. This initiative aims to empower Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) by providing drones. The scheme is part of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). It has an allocation ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR

The Indian Army contingent set off for the 15th edition of the India-US joint Special Forces Exercise, VAJRA PRAHAR. This exercise will take place from November 2 to November 22, 2024, at the Orchard Combat Training Centre in Idaho, USA. ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Vigilance Awareness Week 2024

Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 is currently underway. It runs from October 28 to November 3, 2024. This year’s theme is Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity. The Central Vigilance Commissioner, Shri Praveen Kumar Srivastava, and Vigilance Commissioner, Shri A.S. Rajeev, ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Scientists Discover Lost Mayan City Using LiDAR

Scientists announced the discovery of a lost Mayan city in the Mexican jungle. This finding was made possible through the use of LiDAR technology. The dense vegetation that typically obscures archaeological sites was penetrated, revealing ancient structures below. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Census 2025

The Government of India has announced the Census for 2025, which has been widely approved. The Census has been crucial since it began in 1872. It records demographic changes, economic conditions, and socio-political trends. The upcoming Census will focus on ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India’s National Large Solar Telescope Project in Ladakh

The Sun is crucial for life on Earth, yet we know little about it. Solar storms can disrupt satellites and technology. India is addressing this gap by establishing the National Large Solar Telescope (NLST) in Ladakh. This project, led by ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 2, 2024

1. Which zoological park has become India’s first zoo to earn certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)? [A] Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Pune[B] Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park, Himachal Pradesh[C] Nehru Zoological Park, Hyderabad[D] National Zoological Park, New Delhi ..