Page-2 of Current Affairs - November, 2023

Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag’s Three-Day Visit to Oman

November 30, 2023

The Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, reached Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman, on November 29, 2023, marking a three-day visit as part of the Indian Coast Guard’s deployment to West Asia. The visit is aimed at ..

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Consumer Protection Alert: Safety Notice on Acid Purchase through E-commerce Platforms

November 30, 2023

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), under the leadership of Chief Commissioner Mrs. Nidhi Khare, has issued a Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. The notice aims to caution consumers against the purchase of highly ..

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Empowering Women in Agriculture: Central Sector Scheme for Drones

November 30, 2023

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for a Central Sector Scheme aimed at providing drones to Women Self Help Groups (SHGs). With an outlay of Rs. 1261 Crore for the period from ..

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Continuation of Fast Track Special Courts

November 30, 2023

The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2026. This scheme, with ..

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Sixteenth Finance Commission’s Terms of Reference

November 30, 2023

The Union Cabinet, under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the Terms of Reference of the Sixteenth Finance Commission. This significant step is part of the constitutional process outlined in Article 280(1), aiming ..

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Cabinet Approval for Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN)

November 30, 2023

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given the green light to the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN), a significant initiative aimed at tribal welfare. This initiative comes with a total outlay ..

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Launch of the Centre of Data for Public Good (CDPG)

November 29, 2023
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In a significant move towards utilizing data for social benefit, the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has introduced the Centre of Data for Public Good (CDPG). This initiative is dedicated to ..

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Saurauia Punduana: A Rare Discovery in Manipur

November 29, 2023

The Saurauia Punduana, categorized as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, has been found for the first time in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. This discovery was made during a recent Rapid Biodiversity Assessment (RBA) ..

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Investments of $13.5 Trillion Needed for Sustainable Transition by 2050, Says WEF Report

November 29, 2023

A new report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) emphasizes the need for USD 13.5 trillion in investments by 2050 to transition to a sustainable and carbon-neutral future. The report highlights the production, energy, and transport sectors as key areas ..

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The Legacy and Global Impact of World Expos: A Glimpse into the 2030 Bidding Contest

November 29, 2023

Currently, Rome, Riyadh, and Busan are competing for the honor of hosting the 2030 World Expo. The World Expo, held every five years, has evolved into a mega-event that draws millions of visitors from around the world. Inaugural Expo: The ..

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