Page-17 of Current Affairs - December, 2023

Wakayama Soryu: The Blue Dragon of the Pacific

December 14, 2023

Once upon a time, precisely 72 million years ago, the Pacific seas witnessed the reign of a colossal marine predator – the “blue dragon.” Recently unveiled through research published in the Journal of Systematic Paleontology, this apex predator belonged to ..

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Kerala Government Challenges Centre’s Borrowing Ceiling in SC

December 14, 2023

The Kerala government has taken a decisive step by approaching the Supreme Court to contest the imposition of borrowing limits by the Central government. The state argues that this move has pushed its budget into a severe crisis, violating the ..

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Jammu and Kashmir Administration’s Rules for Anand Marriage Act Registration

December 14, 2023

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has taken a significant step by framing detailed rules for the registration of marriages under the Anand Marriage Act. This Act provides statutory recognition to the marriage rituals of Sikhs, addressing their longstanding demand to ..

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Global Climate Deal to Transition Away from Fossil Fuels

December 14, 2023

In a historic move, the world reached a climate agreement at the COP28 summit in Dubai, calling for an unprecedented transition away from fossil fuels. The Global Stocktake, a crucial component of the agreement, was approved after intense negotiations that ..

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Himalayan Katabatic Winds

December 14, 2023

Scientists have uncovered a surprising climate phenomenon in the Himalayas that may temporarily slow down the impacts of the global climate crisis. This revelation stems from the observation of ‘katabatic’ winds, triggered when high temperatures affect high-altitude ice masses. The ..

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Aerosol Impact on Climate in the Himalayan Region

December 14, 2023

A recent study conducted by the Indian Space Research Organization’s (ISRO) Physical Research Laboratory reveals alarming increases in aerosol levels, particularly over the Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP) and the Himalayan foothills. The study’s ground-based observations emphasize the implications of these heightened ..

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Uttarakhand Climate Resilient Power System Development Project

December 14, 2023

The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have officially signed an agreement for a $200 million loan aimed at improving the quality, efficiency, and reliability of power supply in the state of Uttarakhand. The initiative involves upgrading ..

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AKTOCYTE Tablets Developed for Radiotherapy Patients

December 14, 2023

In a significant collaborative effort, scientists from the Department of Atomic Energy and M/s. IDRS Labs Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru have made strides in improving the quality of life for cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. Collaborative Effort Experts from renowned institutions such ..

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