Page-18 of Current Affairs - October, 2024

Nihon Hidankyo Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for Disarmament

October 12, 2024

Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization made up of survivors of the atomic bombings, known as the Hibakusha. This prize highlights the critical role these survivors have played in raising awareness about the devastating impact ..

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2024 Army Commanders’ Conference Begins in Gangtok

October 12, 2024

The Second Army Commanders’ Conference of 2024 began on October 10 in Gangtok, Sikkim. This important meeting brings together senior leaders of the Indian Army to discuss the country’s security situation, address key challenges, and plan strategies for the future. ..

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Telangana Appoints Commission for Scheduled Castes Sub-Classification

October 12, 2024

The Telangana state government has launched a new effort to study the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) for reservation benefits. This is being done to ensure that the different groups within SCs get a fair share of the benefits offered ..

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Successful IAF C-295 Landing at Navi Mumbai Airport

October 12, 2024

The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIAL) reached an important step in its development when an Indian Air Force C-295 aircraft successfully landed on its runway. This event shows that the construction of the airport is on track. The airport is ..

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Prime Minister Attended the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS)

October 12, 2024

On 11 October 2024, the Prime Minister of India took part in the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) held in Vientiane, Lao PDR. His presence highlighted India’s dedication to working with other nations in the Indo-Pacific region, a vast area ..

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India Digital Agri Conference 2024

October 12, 2024

The India Digital Agri Conference 2024 was held in New Delhi, co-organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH. The event aimed to explore how digital technology can change the way farming ..

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India’s Vaccine Regulatory System Declared ‘Functional’ by WHO

October 12, 2024

India’s vaccine regulatory system was evaluated by international experts from the World Health Organization (WHO). The evaluation confirmed that India meets the WHO’s standards for an effective vaccine regulatory system. This recognition highlights India’s important role in the global pharmaceutical ..

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India’s Bird Population Declines Significantly, Vultures Hit Hardest

October 12, 2024

India has seen a worrying decline in its bird population over recent decades, especially between 1992 and 2002, when some species, like vultures, faced severe reductions. The Living Planet Report 2024 draws attention to this issue, making India the only ..

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Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature

October 11, 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to Han Kang, a South Korean author, for her powerful writing that reflects on historical traumas and highlights the fragile nature of human existence. The announcement was made on October 10, ..

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Modi Inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills in Mumbai

October 11, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai. This institute is designed to train people for the future, focusing on skills that will be important for Industry 4.0—the new era of smart factories and ..

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