Page-33 of Current Affairs - December, 2024

RBI Releases Handbook of Statistics on Indian States 2023-24

December 11, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India has published the latest edition of the Handbook of Statistics on Indian States for 2023-24, which presents crucial data on the regional economies of India. It includes vital information about demographics, health, and economic indicators. ..

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Breakthrough in Waste Heat Energy Conversion

December 11, 2024

Researchers have developed a new material that transforms waste heat into energy and uses fere-crystals with twisted layers. The material boasts a high thermoelectric figure of merit, exceeding 2, effectively capturing waste heat from various sources. About Ferecrystals Ferecrystals are ..

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Amrit Gyaan Kosh Portal

December 11, 2024

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science and Technology, recently launched the “Amrit Gyaan Kosh” Portal, which aims to improve governance training for public administrators in India, coinciding with the “Advanced Case Writing and Teaching Workshop.” This workshop was organized ..

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UGC Releases New Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning

December 11, 2024

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in higher education, aiming to enhance accessibility to education and promote lifelong learning. RPL assesses knowledge, skills, and experience acquired through various learning methods. Context ..

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What is ‘Disease X’?

December 11, 2024

Disease X is a new illness causing alarm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has flu-like symptoms, and has a high mortality rate. The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively managing the outbreak. Outbreak Overview Since October, approximately ..

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Who is Sanjay Malhotra, the next RBI Governor?

December 10, 2024

Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term, succeeding Shaktikanta Das. Malhotra has extensive experience in various sectors, including finance and taxation. Background and Education Malhotra is an ..

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UAE Advances in Human Rights Milestones: UAHR

December 10, 2024

The Union Association for Human Rights (UAHR) commended the UAE for its advancements in human rights. These developments align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which focus areas include health, education, social protection, and cultural rights. Recent Achievements The UAE ..

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INS Tushil Commissioning Ceremony in Russia

December 10, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the Indian Navy’s latest frigate, INS Tushil, at Yantra Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia. Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff, will attend the ceremony. Commissioning of INS Tushil INS Tushil is ..

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Over 77% of Earth’s Land Became Drier in Last 30 Years: UN Report

December 10, 2024

The United Nations has reported over 77 percent of Earth’s land has become drier in the past three decades. This situation poses serious threats to agriculture, water resources, and wildlife, and urgent action is required to address these challenges. Key ..

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PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

December 10, 2024

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) launched on February 15, 2024, has a budget of ₹75,021 crore, which aims to establish 10 million rooftop solar plants by March 2027. The scheme has already seen over 638,000 installations, generating ..

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