India Ranks 49th in Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024

India has risen to 49th place in the 2024 Network Readiness Index (NRI), climbing 11 positions from the previous year. This ranking is published by the Portulans Institute in Washington DC and evaluates how effectively countries utilize technology for governance ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting 2024

Shri Jaideep Mazumdar represented India at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting, on December 19, 2024, and was hosted by Thailand. Officials reviewed BIMSTEC’s progress since March 2023. They focused on sustainable development, connectivity, security, and cultural exchanges. Key Areas ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

WHO Endorses New Obesity Treatment Options

Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) approved GLP-1 receptor agonists as a treatment for obesity, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, to mimic hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar. The WHO emphasizes that while healthy eating and exercise are crucial, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Swatantrata Sainik Samman Pension Scheme

The Government of India made revisions to the pension system for freedom fighters on August 15, 2016, aim of honoring the contributions of freedom fighters to India’s independence and providing them with enhanced benefits. Revised Pension System The previous dearness ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Dinga Dinga: Uganda’s Mysterious Illness

A new illness known as “Dinga Dinga” has emerged in Uganda, particularly affecting the Bundibugyo district, with around 300 reported cases, mostly among women and girls. Symptoms include fever and severe body shaking, which hinder mobility. Local health teams are ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Automated & Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) System

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) is enhancing the efficiency of National Highway projects through Automated & Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) systems, which aim to tackle ongoing delays in project completion, with real-time updates and data sharing among ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India’s Quantum Satellite Initiative

India is set to launch a quantum satellite within the next two to three years, aiming to enhance secure communications using quantum technology, which is part of the National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved in April 2023, with a budget of ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India State of Forest Report 2023

The “India State of Forest Report 2023” (ISFR 2023) was recently revealed by the Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav. This biennial report, produced by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) since 1987, offers comprehensive vital ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

GST Council Implements “Track and Trace Mechanism”

The GST Council has recently made updates to enhance tax compliance and clarity in the tax framework, aim to reduce tax evasion, and simplify tax processes for businesses and consumers. Track and Trace Mechanism The Council approved a new “Track ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Modi Receives Kuwait’s Highest Honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently been awarded the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Kuwait’s highest national honour. This recognition was presented by Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait, which signifies strong friendship and goodwill between nations. Significance ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News