Page-22 of Current Affairs - October, 2024

Record Solar Power Capacity Reached Globally in 2023

In 2023, the world added 347 gigawatts (GW) of solar energy, marking a 74% increase from the previous year. This rapid growth was driven by the falling costs of solar panels and supportive government policies, as noted in a report ..

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Indian Naval Ships Enhance Maritime Cooperation in Bahrain

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tir and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Veera arrived in Manama, Bahrain, as part of a Long Range Training Deployment in the Persian Gulf. This visit highlights India’s dedication to improving maritime security and cooperation ..

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Nihon Hidankyo Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for Disarmament

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

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

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

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)

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

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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