Page-5 of Current Affairs - January, 2024

People’s Democratic Party Wins Bhutan Elections

January 25, 2024

On January 10th, the Election Commission declared the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) the winner with 30 out of 47 seats. The Bhutan Tendrel Party became the opposition party with 17 seats. This was the fourth National Assembly election since democratization. ..

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Union Cabinet Approves ₹8,500 Crore VGF for Coal Gasification

January 25, 2024

The Union Cabinet has approved a viability gap funding (VGF) scheme worth ₹8,500 crore to promote coal gasification projects in India. This move aims to encourage adoption of cleaner coal technologies for power generation and production of chemicals. Three Categories ..

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New 3-Drug Regimen for Leprosy Approved

January 25, 2024

The Central government has approved a new three-drug treatment regimen for leprosy patients, aiming to stop transmission of the disease in India by 2027. The National Leprosy Eradication Programme is taking steps to introduce this new regimen consisting of dapsone, ..

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MoD Inks ₹1,070 Crore Contract for Fast Patrol Vessels

January 25, 2024

The Defence Ministry has signed a ₹1,070 crore contract with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai for constructing 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPV) for the Indian Coast Guard. Vessel Specifications These indigenously designed and developed multi-role vessels will be delivered ..

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14 High Risk Zones Identified in Joshimath

January 25, 2024

The Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) has identified 14 high risk zones in Joshimath after a detailed survey. These zones with severe land subsidence include houses in the Marwari, Sunil, Upper Bazar, Lower Bazar, Singhdhar and Manohar Bagh areas. Residing ..

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Forum Launched to Boost Climate-resilient Indian Agriculture

January 25, 2024

The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and other stakeholders launched the Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India ..

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French Foreign Legion to March on R-Day

January 24, 2024

A 95-member French Foreign Legion contingent, including 6 Indians, and a 33-member band squad will participate in India’s 2023 Republic Day parade. French President Emmanuel Macron will be the Chief Guest as India further spotlights growing bilateral defence ties through ..

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Overhauling of the Semiconductor Scheme

January 24, 2024

India’s $10 billion Semicon India program, including the Design-Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme for chip design startups, has seen lackluster outcomes versus targets. With the DLI’s mid-term review upcoming, policymakers have an opportunity to assess shortfalls and refocus efforts. Strategic priorities ..

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