New A(H5N1) Avian Flu Strain Shows Increase Airborne Spread

A new strain of bird flu, A(H5N1) has emerged and spreads more easily through the air, which was first identified by a dairy worker in Texas. The strain has also been found in polecats and minks. Researchers at Erasmus University ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

The Homo Juluensis Discovery: A New Chapter

Recent research has revealed a long-lost human species named Homo juluensis, which could reshape our understanding of human evolution. Scientists previously viewed evolution as a linear process and new findings suggest a more complex evolutionary tree. Background on Homo Juluensis ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is NPS Vatsalya Scheme?

The National Pension Scheme (NPS) Vatsalya was launched in September 2024, which allows parents to invest in a pension plan for their children. It targets Indian children under 18 years of age. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Finalise Border Agreement

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan reached an agreement on December 4, 2024, resolving long-standing border disputes. The two countries share a 970-kilometre border that has been a source of conflict since the Soviet Union’s dissolution in 1991. Background of the Dispute The ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

SheSTEM 2024

SheSTEM 2024 recently concluded, promoting women’s contributions in STEM, organized by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) alongside the Swedish Embassy and Nordic partners, which aimed to inspire students from grades 6 to 12 across India. Event Overview SheSTEM is an ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary: Madhya Pradesh’s 8th Tiger Reserve

The Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary has recently been designated as a tiger reserve and was made by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) approved the move, which is anticipated to enhance ecotourism in ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Who is Pooja Sharma, One of BBC’s 100 Most Inspiring Women?

Pooja Sharma has gained recognition for her remarkable work in Delhi. She has performed funeral rites for over 4,000 unclaimed bodies and has earned her a spot on the BBC’s list of 100 inspiring women for 2024. Early Life and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

India and Kuwait Establish Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC)

India and Kuwait have recently signed a Memorandum of About (MoU) to enhance their partnership. This agreement established a Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) at the foreign ministers’ level, which took place during Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al Yahya’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Boilers Bill 2024 Passed by Rajya Sabha

The Rajya Sabha has recently passed the Boilers Bill 2024, replacing the Boilers Act of 1923, which aims to enhance safety for workers operating boilers. The bill also facilitates easier business operations, especially for MSMEs. Certain offenses have been decriminalized ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

China Bans Gallium, Germanium, and Antimony Exports to the US

China has recently intensified its export restrictions to the United States, which follows new U.S. regulations targeting the Chinese chip industry. The trade tensions between the two nations are escalating. Recent Export Bans On December 3, China banned exports of ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs