Page-27 of GKToday Archives: December, 2024

India Tops Global Remittances for 2024

December 20, 2024

India continues to lead the world in remittances, with non-resident Indians (NRIs) sending home a remarkable $129 billion in 2024, marking an increase from the previous year’s remittance of Rs 8.95 lakh crore. The World Bank report confirms India’s position ..

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Karnataka Assembly Passes Key Legislative Bills

December 20, 2024

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has recently passed eight Bills, addressing various issues from groundwater safety to financial accountability. These legislative changes reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing public safety and improving regulatory frameworks. Karnataka Groundwater Regulation Bill This Bill aims ..

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Russia Develops mRNA Cancer Vaccine, Offers It For Free

December 20, 2024

Russia has made strides in cancer treatment with the announcement of a new mRNA vaccine. This vaccine aims to be available to patients free of charge by early 2025 and has undergone promising pre-clinical trials, showing potential to suppress tumor ..

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What is Protected Area Permit (PAP)?

December 20, 2024

The Manipur Government has reinstated the Protected Area Permit (PAP) system in response to security concerns, which affects Manipur, Mizoram, and Nagaland, where an increase in foreign visitors has raised alarms. Under the PAP system, foreigners must obtain permits to ..

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Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS)

December 20, 2024

The Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) has achieved milestones by connecting all 17,130 police stations in India. This extensive network was completed recently, enabling law enforcement agencies to file and access crucial documents like first information reports ..

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India Tags First-Ever Ganges River Dolphin in Assam

December 20, 2024

India has marked milestone in wildlife conservation by tagging a Ganges River Dolphin in Assam. This unprecedented event is part of Project Dolphin, initiated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and other organizations, which aims to ..

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World Bank Approves $2 billion for Ukraine, Including US Loan Funds

December 20, 2024

The World Bank has recently approved a substantial funding package aimed at boosting Ukraine’s financial and economic stability. This initiative, announced on December 18, 2024, includes a combination of grants and loans, reflecting international support for Ukraine amidst ongoing challenges. ..

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Indian Educator Arun Kapur Honoured by Bhutan’s King

December 20, 2024

Arun Kapur, an esteemed Indian educationist, received a prestigious honour from Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel, which occurred during Bhutan’s 117th National Day celebrations in Thimphu on December 17, 2024. Mr. Kapur was awarded the ‘Bura Marp’ (red scarf) and ..

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