Page-18 of Current Affairs - December, 2023

Demaorchestia: New Marine Amphipod Species

December 13, 2023

Researchers at Berhampur University, Odisha, have made a noteworthy discovery of a new species of marine amphipod in Chilika lake on the east coast of India. The shrimp-like crustacea, belonging to the genus Demaorchestia, has been named Demaorchestia alanensis after ..

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Multi Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Nagpur

December 13, 2023

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has entered into a significant agreement with M/s. DC Multi Modal Park (Nagpur) Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of M/S. DeltaBulk Shipping India Pvt. Ltd., for the development of a Multi Modal ..

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The Emissions Divide Report

December 13, 2023

A recent study by the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW) reveals significant disparities in carbon emissions between residents of developed and developing countries. The findings shed light on a rich-poor divide both within and among nations, with the ..

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Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition, Statistics and Trends 2023

December 13, 2023

A new report by United Nations agencies reveals that nearly 282 million people in Africa, constituting about 20% of the population, experienced undernourishment in 2022. This staggering figure represents over 38% of the global population facing hunger, totaling 735 million ..

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Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA)

December 13, 2023

The Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA), initiated by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, was officially launched at COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. This alliance brings ..

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Blue Drop National Report 2023

December 12, 2023

South Africa has experienced a decline in drinking water quality since 2014, with almost half of it now deemed microbiologically unsafe for consumption, according to the Blue Drop National Report 2023 released by the Department of Water and Sanitation on ..

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Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023

December 12, 2023

A contingent of 45 Indian Armed Forces personnel has arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, to participate in the fourth edition of the Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023. Running from December 11th to 21st, the exercise aims to strengthen collaborative partnerships, promote interoperability, ..

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Mystery of Biocrusts on the Great Wall of China

December 12, 2023

For centuries, the Great Wall has stood as a testament to China’s dynastic prowess, embodying both ingenuity and authority. However, a recent collaborative study by researchers from China, the US, and Spain delves into the debate surrounding the impact of ..

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