Geological Survey of India (GSI) Geoscience Museum

The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, recently inaugurated the Geological Survey of India (GSI) Geoscience Museum in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting and plaque unveiling, showcasing a blend of tradition and modern innovation. Numerous dignitaries ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Monarch Butterfly may be classified as a Threatened Species

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has recently proposed to list the monarch butterfly as a threatened species, that arises from a decline in its population, primarily caused by habitat loss, pesticide use, urban development, farming practices, and climate change. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India-Philippines Maritime Dialogue

The first India-Philippines Maritime Dialogue took place in Manila, marking a step in bilateral relations. Both nations addressed current maritime challenges and explored collaborative opportunities for mutual growth. Importance of International Maritime Laws Both countries show the necessity of adhering ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Why Jupiter’s Moon Io is the Most Volcanic Place in the Solar System?

Recent discoveries have brought to light the extraordinary volcanic activity on Jupiter’s moon Io. NASA’s Juno mission has provided new insights, confirming Io as the most volcanically active body in our solar system, published in Nature, addresses a long-standing mystery ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Switzerland Suspends ‘Most Favoured Nation Status’ to India

Switzerland has announced the removal of the most-favored-nation (MFN) clause from its tax agreement with India. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling in 2023 concerning Nestle, which clarified the applicability of the MFN clause. The change will affect Indian ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: miscellaneous

3rd India-UK Financial Markets Dialogue

Senior officials from India’s Ministry of Finance and the UK’s HM Treasury convened to discuss financial cooperation. This dialogue involved key regulatory bodies, including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

National Energy Conservation Day Observed on December 14

India observes National Energy Conservation Day on December 14 each year, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of energy conservation in daily life. It has been celebrated since 1991, denoting the need for energy-saving practices and technologies. Objectives ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries 2024

The fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries is taking place in New Delhi, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which aims to enhance cooperation between Central and State Governments. The focus is on cooperative federalism to ensure effective coordination for ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs