Page-23 of Current Affairs - May, 2024

Russia’s Batagaika Crater Expands Rapidly Due to Thaw

May 8, 2024

The Batagaika Crater, also spelled as Batagay, often referred to as the “gateway to the underworld,” is in the permafrost regions of Siberia, Russia and is known for its significant size and rapid expansion. Recent studies have shown that the ..

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EU Adopts First Law Against Violence Towards Women

May 8, 2024

On May 7, the European Union formally adopted groundbreaking legislation designed to combat violence against women across its 27 member states. This legislation includes measures against forced marriages, female genital mutilation, and cyber violence, marking a significant step in enhancing ..

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Gagan Strike-II: Indian Army, IAF Conduct Joint Exercise in Punjab

May 8, 2024

The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, part of the Army’s Western Command, recently concluded a three-day joint military exercise Gagan Strike-II with the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Punjab. The primary goal of Gagan Strike-II was to refine the processes involving ..

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Third Tashkent International Investment Forum Attracts $26.6 Billion in Global Investments

May 8, 2024

The 3rd Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) held recently was a resounding success, attracting global investors and facilitating deals worth $26.6 billion. More than 2,500 participants from 93 countries attended, underscoring Uzbekistan’s growing appeal as an investment destination. Key Highlights ..

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Thailand Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indian, Taiwanese Tourists

May 8, 2024

Thailand has recently extended a visa exemption initiative for tourists from India and Taiwan, now effective until November 11, 2024. This decision, announced by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, follows a government meeting aiming to encourage more foreign visitors. Under this ..

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Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Marks 65th Raising Day

May 8, 2024

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 65th Raising Day recently, with an emphasis on embracing modern technology and techniques to accelerate project completions. About Border Roads Organisation (BRO) BRO is responsible for developing and maintaining road networks in India’s ..

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Sun Releases Two Powerful Solar Flares, Causes Blackouts

May 7, 2024

In the past week, the Sun has emitted two significant solar flares from a newly identified sunspot, AR3663, causing impacts such as radio blackouts in several parts of the world. These flares occurred within six hours of each other, signaling ..

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Panama Elects Conservative Jose Mulino as President

May 7, 2024

Jose Raul Mulino, a conservative candidate and former Minister of Public Security, was declared the winner of the presidential election in Panama on May 5, 2024. He secured 34% of the vote, outpacing his closest rival, Ricardo Lombana, who received ..

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Putin Inaugurated for Fifth Term Amid Western Boycott

May 7, 2024

On May 7, 2024, Vladimir Putin has been inaugurated as the President of Russia for a historic fifth term. This followed a March election victory categorised by significant control over electoral proceedings. Despite broad international criticism regarding electoral fairness and ..

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NASA’s Ambitious Moon Rail and Mars Transit Projects

May 7, 2024

NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) programme is pushing the boundaries of space exploration with projects that many might deem the stuff of science fiction. These initiatives aim to transform how we interact with space through groundbreaking technologies such as lunar ..

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