Page-24 of Current Affairs - November, 2021
Starlink launches new smaller dish to connect with satellites
Internet Service project, Starlink unveiled a new smaller and rectangular dish, which interested customers can buy to understand SpaceX’s growing satellite constellation in low Earth orbit. Key Facts As per The Verge, the dish is a thinner and lighter-weight option ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) – Key Facts
52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will be held from November 20 to November 28, 2021. Key Points Fifteen films including ‘Land of Dreams, directed by Shoja Azari and Charlotte directed by Simon Franco’ will vie for the top ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Norovirus confirmed in Wayanad, Kerala
First case of Norovirus was confirmed in Wayanad district of Kerala. Highlights Norovirus is an animal-borne disease. It is transmitted through contaminated water and food. Following the confirmation of case, Health Minister Veena George issued guidelines and urged people to ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Karnataka: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) programme launched
Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) programme was launched in the state of Karnataka, on November 12, 2021. Key Points PCV programme was launched under the universal immunisation programme on the occasion of ‘World Pneumonia Day’. It was launched with the aim ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Shakti 2021: India-France to hold 6th edition of Army exercise
Indian Army is set to conduct the sixth edition of the biennial training exercise with French Army from November 15, 2021, in series of joint training exercises with friendly nations. Key Points India has already conducted joint Naval exercises and ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
UN on Africa’s Sahel Crisis
On November 12, 2021, UN peacekeeping chief warned that crisis in Africa’s Sahel region is volatile because Insecurity & instability are undermining prospects for development and many lives are being lost every day because of terrorist attacks. Highlights As per ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Sharks and Seahorses found in Thames River
During a recent health check of London’s famous River Thames, it was found that, it is now home to seahorses, seals, eels, and sharks. Key Points The survey was conducted by Zoological Society of London (ZSL). This news is significant, ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Punjabi made compulsory in Punjab schools
Chief Minister of Punjab, Charanjit Singh Channi, announced that Punjabi will now be a compulsory subject for all students in the state of Punjab. Key Points Punjabi language will be made compulsory from classes 1-10. Apart from that, it will ..