China-U.S. Science Agreement Extended Until 2029

China and the United States agreed to extend their Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement for another five years, starting August 27, 2024. This extension follows a history of collaboration that began in 1979 and has evolved over decades. Experts view ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

‘Viksit Panchayat Karmayogi’ Initiative

The ‘Viksit Panchayat Karmayogi’ initiative was launched on Good Governance Day and commemorates the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The initiative aims to strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) through enhanced governance tools and knowledge. Objective ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Govt Plans to Distribute Property Cards under SVAMITVA Scheme

The SVAMITVA scheme is an initiative aimed at empowering rural property owners and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 58 lakh property cards, enhancing ownership rights in villages. The scheme is designed to provide a legal record of property ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Maia Sandu Begins Second Term as President of Moldova

Maia Sandu has commenced her second term as President of the Republic of Moldova. She was re-elected in a runoff election held this November, having originally won the presidency in 2020, which reflects continued public support for her vision and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Who is Aisake Valu Eke,Tonga’s New Prime Minister?

Aisake Valu Eke has recently been appointed as the Prime Minister of Tonga, replacing Hu’akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni, who resigned on December 9. Eke will officially assume office in February 2024 and has a notable political background, having first entered parliament ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

G.S. Sandhawalia Becomes Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court

Justice G.S. Sandhawalia became the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Justice Narender G. was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. These appointments were confirmed by the Law Ministry. Background of Appointees Justice G.S. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

North East Bankers Conclave 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the North East Bankers Conclave 2024 in Agartala, Tripura, which aimed to encourage financial institutions to invest in the region’s development. Importance of Economic Inclusion Amit Shah told the necessity of economic growth across ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Maharashtra Launches Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0

Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has initiated the Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0, which aims to enhance agricultural energy through reliable solar power. The launch event took place in Mumbai and was attended by key officials, including Chief Secretary Sujata ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs