Page-2 of Current Affairs - July, 2024

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission – Recent Updates

July 30, 2024

SpaceX is preparing to launch its Polaris Dawn mission on August 19, which is an important milestone for space tourism. This mission will feature Jared Isaacman, a billionaire from the fintech industry, who will make history by being the first ..

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Pakistan Seeks Debt Re-Profiling for IMF Bailout Package

July 30, 2024

Pakistan is currently in talks with China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to reschedule over $27 billion in debt and other financial obligations. This step is crucial for Pakistan to secure a $7 billion bailout from the International Monetary Fund ..

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NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) Satellite – Recent Updates

July 30, 2024

NASA has announced that the launch of the NISAR satellite, a joint project between the U.S. and India, will be delayed until after February 2025. This delay is due to ongoing work on the satellite’s large deployable antenna and specific ..

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Laos Unveils World’s First Stamp of Lord Rama

July 30, 2024

In July 2024, Laos introduced a special set of commemorative stamps featuring Lord Rama and Lord Buddha to highlight the cultural ties between Laos and India. This event was attended by India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, and his Lao ..

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Project Tiger Displaces 5.5 Lakh Tribal Communities, Report Reveals

July 30, 2024

A report by the Rights and Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) on International Tiger Day reveals that Project Tiger in India may displace at least 550,000 Scheduled Tribes and forest dwellers. This is a significant increase in displacement compared to before ..

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Turkey Parliament Approves Controversial Stray Dog Euthanasia Law

July 30, 2024

On July 29, 2024, Turkey’s parliament approved a controversial law that allows for the euthanasia of some stray dogs. This decision has sparked a lot of debate and concern about animal welfare and how the government is handling the country’s ..

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WHO Launches Project to Develop H5N1 Vaccines Using mRNA

July 30, 2024

On July 29, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced a new project to speed up the development of vaccines for bird flu in poorer countries. This project will use messenger RNA (mRNA) technology. An Argentinian company, Sinergium Biotech, is ..

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India’s First Sunken Museum to Open at Humayun Tomb

July 29, 2024

India’s first sunken museum, located at the Humayun Tomb complex in Delhi, will have its grand opening on July 29, 2024. It will be open to visitors starting July 30. The museum’s launch aligns with the 46th UNESCO World Heritage ..

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Japan’s Sado Gold Mines Added to UNESCO World Heritage List

July 29, 2024

On July 27, 2024, UNESCO added the Sado gold and silver mines in Japan to its World Heritage List after South Korea withdrew its objections. This inclusion is significant due to the historical context of forced labor during World War ..

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Manu Bhaker Wins Historic Bronze in Women’s 10m Air Pistol

July 29, 2024

In a major milestone for Indian sports, 22-year-old Manu Bhaker won a historic bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She is the first Indian woman shooter to win this medal. Career Highlights ..

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