GKToday Archives: December, 2024

Turkey’s UAV-122 Supersonic Missile

December 31, 2024

Turkey has successfully tested the UAV-122 supersonic missile from the Bayraktar Akinci drone, strengthening its role in drone technology, and raising concerns for regional rivals. Akinci Drone Capabilities The Bayraktar Akinci drone is designed for high-altitude operations. It can perform ..

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Sevdalinka: Bosnia’s Traditional Love Songs Added to UNESCO Cultural Heritage List

December 31, 2024

Sevdalinka is a traditional Bosnian love song that has recently gained recognition, and added to UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The song, often referred to as the Balkan Blues, reflects a rich cultural history and emotional depth. Historical ..

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Discovery of Exoplanet K2-18 b

December 31, 2024

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has made a discovery by identifying an exoplanet called K2-18 b, located in a habitable zone, suggesting conditions may support liquid water and potentially life. Characteristics of K2-18 b K2-18 b is approximately 124 light-years ..

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Vitul Kumar Appointed as New Director General of CRPF

December 31, 2024

The Ministry of Home Affairs has appointed Vitul Kumar as the acting Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). This decision follows the retirement of Anish Dayal Singh. Kumar, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, will serve ..

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US Announces Nearly $6 Billion in Military and Budget Aid for Ukraine

December 31, 2024

The United States has recently committed nearly 6 billion dollars in additional support for Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict. This funding aims to boost Ukraine’s military capabilities and provide essential budgetary assistance. President Joe Biden announced these measures to enhance Ukraine’s ..

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Defence Ministry Signs Rs 2,867 Crore Contracts to Strengthen Submarine Capabilities

December 31, 2024

The Indian Ministry of Defence has recently signed two contracts for submarine projects, totalling approximately 2,867 crore rupees, aiming to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Navy and support the country’s self-reliance in defence technology. AIP Plug Development The first ..

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Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana Overview

December 31, 2024

Recent developments in India highlight initiatives aimed at supporting religious leaders and advancing space technology, including the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) introduced a financial support scheme for Hindu priests and Sikh granthis. Simultaneously, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully ..

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Advancements in India’s Smart Cities Mission

December 31, 2024

Recent studies by IIM Bangalore highlight the Smart Cities Mission in India has led to improvements in education and safety, as well as the impact of urban initiatives across various cities. The findings are part of the SAAR – Sameeksha ..

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