Page-10 of Current Affairs - November, 2024

National Press Day is Observed on November 16

National Press Day is observed on November 16 in India, which honours the establishment of the Press Council of India (PCI) in 1966. It marks the critical role of the press in a democratic society. The press is often regarded ..

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Operation Dronagiri

Professor Abhay Karandikar, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, introduced Operation Dronagiri, which aligns with the National Geospatial Policy 2022. It aims to showcase geospatial technologies to enhance citizens’ quality of life and streamline business operations. Objectives of ..

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Strengthening the Fight Against Doping in Sports

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, has initiated a campaign against doping in sports. He urges athletes and coaches to use the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India’s ‘Know Your Medicine (KYM)’ app. This app provides vital ..

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Govt to Launch PAIR Programme to Boost University Research

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Program, which enhances research capabilities in Indian universities. The programme was introduced during the first meeting of the Governing Board on September 10, 2024. ..

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Andhra Pradesh Bill to End Discrimination

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a Bill  to amend the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Act, 1986 for removal of discriminatory terms regarding individuals affected by leprosy. The Bill was introduced on November 14, 2024, by Health ..

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44% Coral Species Face Extinction: IUCN Red List

The recent report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) shows that 44% of reef-building coral species are now at risk of extinction, up from 33% in 2008. These alarming findings were discussed at the 29th Conference of ..

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Influenza Trends and Health Advisory 2024

Recent data from the State Public Health Laboratory (SPHL) marks important respiratory illness trends. Influenza A and B viruses are the primary culprits, affecting 75.4% of patients with Influenza-Like Illness (ILI). The report indicates a notable increase in fever cases ..

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Pinaka Rocket System Flight Tests Successful

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful flight tests of the guided Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL), which took place on November 14, 2024. The completion marks an important step towards the system’s induction into the Indian ..

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