ADB Approves $500 Million Loan for India’s Sustainable Infrastructure

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recently approved a substantial loan aimed at boosting India’s economic growth through sustainable infrastructure. This initiative targets critical sectors requiring investment and aims to promote eco-friendly practices within infrastructure development. Loan Details ADB has ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India Becomes First Nation to Define ‘Green Steel’ Standards

India has recently become the first nation to officially define “green steel,” which includes steel produced with carbon dioxide emissions of less than 2.2 tonnes per tonne of finished steel. The government has also introduced a star-rating system to evaluate ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

eCourts Mission Mode Project

The eCourts Mission Mode Project aims to modernize the Indian Judiciary through improved Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The project is being implemented in phases, with ongoing collaboration between the Department of Justice and the eCommittee of the Supreme Court. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Desert Knight Exercise: Trilateral Air Combat Exercise

India, France, and the UAE have commenced an air combat exercise named “Desert Knight” over the Arabian Sea, which aims to enhance defence cooperation among the three nations. The exercise focuses on improving the air forces’ ability to operate collaboratively ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

U.S. Unveils Advanced Dark Eagle Missile System

The United States has developed an advanced anti-missile system named Dark Eagle, which is designed to intercept enemy missiles mid-air, showcasing technological advancements in missile defence. Dark Eagle Features Dark Eagle employs medium-range missiles capable of launching at speeds reaching ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

What is Athlete Biological Passport?

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) approved the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in New Delhi, enabling NDTL to manage the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP). The ABP is an advancement in anti-doping efforts, allowing for the monitoring of an athlete’s biological ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs

2nd India-Iran-Armenia Trilateral Talks in New Delhi

The second round of India-Iran-Armenia Trilateral Consultations occurred recently in New Delhi, centered on enhancing the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and the strategic importance of Chabahar Port. This meeting was built on the first consultation held in Yerevan in ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Nupi Lal Numit 2024

Manipur recently commemorated Nupi Lal Numit 2024, honouring the valiant women who fought for justice and freedom, led by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, at the Nupi Lal Memorial Complex, marking the significance of the event. Historical Significance The Nupi ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs