Page-28 of Current Affairs - November, 2024

NAWO-DHAN: New Horticulture Agribusiness Initiative

November 11, 2024

The Agriculture department is initiating a pilot project under the NAWO-DHAN scheme. This project aims to enhance horticulture agribusiness. It targets land owners and cultivators who have shown interest. An expression of interest (EoI) was released in October. So far, ..

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Largest Feeding Frenzy Ever Recorded

November 11, 2024

The Barents Sea has become the site of an extraordinary oceanic event. Scientists have documented the largest feeding frenzy in deep waters. This phenomenon has important implications for marine ecosystems. It also raises questions about the impacts of climate change ..

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Young Chess Prodigy Makes History at Three

November 11, 2024

Anish Sarkar, a three-year-old from Kolkata, has recently gained international attention. He has become the youngest chess player ever ranked by the International Chess Federation (FIDE). This milestone follows his participation in various tournaments, showcasing his remarkable talent at an ..

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Rajasthan Launches Interest Subvention Scheme for Farmers

November 11, 2024

The Rajasthan government has introduced a groundbreaking interest subvention scheme. This initiative is designed to support farmers by enhancing their financial accessibility. The scheme provides important interest subsidies on both agricultural and non-agricultural loans. It aims to boost farm productivity ..

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Karnataka’s Energy Demand Projections for 2034-35

November 11, 2024

Karnataka’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly. Recent data shows a remarkable 22.7% increase in energy sales during FY 2022-23. This growth is the highest recorded in over a decade. The state’s peak demand is projected to exceed 33,000 Megawatts (MW) ..

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Hindalco Tops Global Sustainability Rankings Again

November 11, 2024

Hindalco Industries Limited has been recognised as the world’s most sustainable aluminium company for the fifth consecutive year. This achievement comes from the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) rankings. Hindalco secured the top position with a score of ..

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Bengaluru Unveils Digital Population Clock

November 11, 2024

Bengaluru is set to launch its first digital population clock. This event will take place at the Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC) on November 8, 2024. The clock will display real-time population estimates for Karnataka and India. This ..

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India Advances Cross-Border Electricity Initiatives

November 11, 2024

India is currently engaged in extensive discussions with several nations. These include Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the Maldives, and Singapore. The objective is to establish cross-border electricity transmission lines. This effort is part of the ‘One Sun One World ..

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