Breakthrough in Waste Heat Energy Conversion

Researchers have developed a new material that transforms waste heat into energy and uses fere-crystals with twisted layers. The material boasts a high thermoelectric figure of merit, exceeding 2, effectively capturing waste heat from various sources. About Ferecrystals Ferecrystals are ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Amrit Gyaan Kosh Portal

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science and Technology, recently launched the “Amrit Gyaan Kosh” Portal, which aims to improve governance training for public administrators in India, coinciding with the “Advanced Case Writing and Teaching Workshop.” This workshop was organized ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UGC Releases New Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in higher education, aiming to enhance accessibility to education and promote lifelong learning. RPL assesses knowledge, skills, and experience acquired through various learning methods. Context ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

What is ‘Disease X’?

Disease X is a new illness causing alarm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has flu-like symptoms, and has a high mortality rate. The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively managing the outbreak. Outbreak Overview Since October, approximately ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Health Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 11, 2024

1. Which Indian temple was selected by UNESCO for the 2023 Award of Distinction for its conservation? [A] Abathsahayeswarar Temple[B] Mahabodhi Temple[C] Vrindavan Chandrodaya Temple[D] Kamakhya Temple Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Abathsahayeswarar Temple] Notes:The Abathsahayeshwarar Temple in Thukkatchi, Tamil ..

Who is Sanjay Malhotra, the next RBI Governor?

Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term, succeeding Shaktikanta Das. Malhotra has extensive experience in various sectors, including finance and taxation. Background and Education Malhotra is an ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UAE Advances in Human Rights Milestones: UAHR

The Union Association for Human Rights (UAHR) commended the UAE for its advancements in human rights. These developments align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which focus areas include health, education, social protection, and cultural rights. Recent Achievements The UAE ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

INS Tushil Commissioning Ceremony in Russia

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the Indian Navy’s latest frigate, INS Tushil, at Yantra Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia. Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff, will attend the ceremony. Commissioning of INS Tushil INS Tushil is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs