Page-23 of Current Affairs - October, 2024

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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Global Biodiversity Declines 73% Since 1970, Urgent Action Needed

October 11, 2024

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) released its Living Planet Report 2024 on October 10, revealing a disturbing 73% decline in global wildlife populations since 1970. This sharp drop highlights the severe impact of human activities on the world’s biodiversity and ..

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MHA Declares Hizb-ut-Tahrir Terrorist Organization in India

October 11, 2024

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently declared Hizb-ut-Tahrir (HuT) a terrorist organization under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This decision is a major step in India’s efforts to combat radicalism and terrorism. Why was Hizb-ut-Tahrir Declared a ..

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Study Highlights Slowdown in Rising Life Expectancy Trends

October 11, 2024

For many years, life expectancy has been increasing because of improvements in medicine and technology. However, it seems to be slowing down now. A new study suggests that if we want to significantly extend how long people live, we need ..

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New Target for Cancer Treatment Discovered by Scientists

October 11, 2024

Scientists at the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) in Kolkata have made a promising discovery in cancer treatment. They found that by targeting an enzyme involved in DNA repair, called TDP1, they might help improve outcomes for ..

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