Page-14 of Current Affairs - October, 2024

Google’s Nuclear Energy Deal for AI Power

October 21, 2024

Google announced a groundbreaking agreement to purchase nuclear energy from small modular reactors (SMRs) developed by Kairos Power. This marks the first corporate deal of its kind. The initial SMR is expected to be operational by 2030, contributing 500 MW ..

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Koalas Face Extinction: Causes and Conservation Efforts

October 21, 2024

Koalas, iconic Australian marsupials, face imminent extinction. Their populations have plummeted to between 95,000 and 524,000. In 2022, the government classified East Coast koalas as ‘endangered’. Various factors contribute to their decline, including habitat loss and disease. Factors Contributing to ..

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Government Launches eShram-One Stop Solution for Workers

October 21, 2024

The Government of India launched the ‘eShram-One Stop Solution’. This initiative aims to improve access to government schemes for unorganized workers. Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will oversee the launch. This initiative follows a recent Budget announcement aimed at enhancing ..

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Pakistan Approves Controversial 26th Constitutional Amendment

October 21, 2024

On October 21, 2024, Pakistan’s federal cabinet approved the draft of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. This decision followed multiple delays due to political disputes. The amendment aims to reform the judicial system and alter the balance of power between the ..

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NASA’s Artemis Accords Promote Global Space Cooperation

October 21, 2024

On October 21, 2024, NASA’s Artemis programme is making headlines as it prepares to return humans to the Moon by 2026. This comes nearly two years after the successful uncrewed Artemis 1 mission. NASA’s pledge, “We go together,” emphasises the ..

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Generative AI Revolutionizes India’s Workforce Efficiency

October 21, 2024

Generative AI is changing the landscape of India’s workforce. It boosts productivity and automates routine tasks, allowing employees to focus on higher-value work. A recent study indicates that generative AI could save up to 1.8 million hours weekly in operational ..

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PM Modi Launches Development Projects Worth Rs 6,100 Crore at Varanasi

October 20, 2024

On October 20, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development initiatives in Varanasi, amounting to over ₹6,100 crore. This visit included the inauguration of key projects such as airport upgrades and the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital. The initiatives aim to ..

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Andhra Pradesh to Scrap 2 Child Policy for Local Elections

October 20, 2024

On October 20, 2024, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to introduce legislation requiring local body election candidates to have two or more children. This move aims to address concerns about the state’s ageing population and declining ..

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