Page-34 of Current Affairs - December, 2024

Disaster Management Amendment Bill, 2024

The Lok Sabha has recently passed the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which aims to enhance the effectiveness of disaster management in India by modifying the existing Disaster Management Act of 2005. Key Changes Introduced The Bill transfers the responsibility ..

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9th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue

The 9th India-Thailand defence dialogue was held in New Delhi, signifies a very important advancement in the defence relationship between India and Thailand. Co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad and General Tharapong Malakam, the dialogue aimed to enhance collaboration in defence. Establishment ..

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India Signs 13,500 Crore Defence Contract with HAL for 12 Su-30MKL Aircraft

The Defence Ministry recently finalised a contract valued at 13,500 crore rupees with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), which involves the procurement of 12 Su-30MKL aircraft, along with essential equipment. The acquisition aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian ..

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India Supports UNGA Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza Conflict

India has recently joined majority of nations in supporting a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution aimed at achieving a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. This resolution comes amidst escalating violence and humanitarian concerns in the region. UNGA Resolutions Overview ..

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Yuva Sahakar: Cooperative Enterprise Support and Innovation Scheme

The “Yuva Sahakar – Cooperative Enterprise Support and Innovation Scheme” was recently introduced by the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC). This initiative aims to encourage innovative cooperative societies across India and specifically targets young entrepreneurs looking to establish cooperative ventures. ..

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Himachal Pradesh Launches New Development Schemes

The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, introduced six new schemes during an event in Bilaspur to celebrate the second anniversary of the Congress government. The initiatives aim to enhance agricultural practices, support education, and improve rural ..

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India Shines at 2024 Asia-Pacific Deaf Games

India achieved remarkable success at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Deaf Games held in Kuala Lumpur. The Indian team returned home with an impressive total of 55 medals, improving from their previous performance in 2015. Team Composition and Performance The Indian contingent ..

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First Mako Shark Tagged in Mediterranean Sea

In a groundbreaking development, researchers from Virginia Tech tagged a young shortfin mako shark in the Mediterranean Sea, marking the first time this endangered species has been tagged in the region, which occurred during a summer 2023 research trip focused ..

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