PM Modi’s Rajasthan Visit for Infrastructure Projects worth Rs 46,300cr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Rajasthan on December 17, 2024, to participate in the ‘Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh’ program. This event commemorates one year of governance by the Rajasthan state government. During his visit, the Prime Minister will ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

Gadhimai Mahotsav: The Controversial Festival

The Gadhimai Mahotsav, held every five years in Nepal, attracts millions despite ongoing protests from animal rights activists. This year, over two crore attendees participated in the festival, which took place from December 2 to Shukla Purnima. The event is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

‘CHARAK’ Initiative

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has recently introduced a CSR initiative named ‘CHARAK’, aimed at improving healthcare in the Singrauli region. This program focuses on providing free medical treatment for serious illnesses to economically disadvantaged individuals. The initiative aligns with the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Moldova Joins International Solar Alliance

Moldova has recently become a member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs. This decision reflects Moldova’s commitment to promoting sustainability and renewable energy. The agreement was formalized in New Delhi, where India’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Record-Breaking Humpback Whale Migration

Recently, a male humpback whale achieved a remarkable feat by completing the longest migration ever recorded. This whale swam an astounding 13,046 kilometres (8,106 miles) from South America to Africa, surpassing the typical migration distance for its species. Researchers tracked ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT)?

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has recently upgraded its Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT), which aims to enhance the effectiveness of sea rescue operations conducted by Indian agencies, including the Coast Guard. The tool now ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS)

The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) is preparing to submit its final report on the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS) by December 2024. This report will not include the geotechnical tests previously requested by the state government. The NDSA requires ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

India’s First Diabetes Biobank in Chennai

India has taken a step forward in diabetes research with the establishment of its first diabetes biobank in Chennai, spearheaded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in collaboration with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), aims to enhance ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is ‘Jalvahak Scheme’?

The Government of India has introduced the Jalvahak scheme to enhance cargo transport via inland waterways, aiming to encourage sustainable and economical transportation along major rivers such as the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Barak. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the scheme ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India Hosts 2nd Land Forces Summit 2024

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, recently attended the 2nd Land Forces Summit (LFS) 2024, which took place with participation from Army Chiefs and senior generals from Japan, the US, Australia, and the Philippines. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs