Current Affairs - September, 2024
Kerala Tops Urban Governance Index in India
Kerala has earned the top spot in the Urban Governance Index (UGI) by the Praja Foundation, because of its strengths in managing finances and planning at the local level. However, the study also points out areas where Kerala can improve, ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
New Invasive Flatworm Species Discovered in Southeastern USA
A new species of flatworm, called Amaga pseudobama, has been found in the southern United States, especially in North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. This adds to the list of invasive flatworm species in the area. Discovery and Identification Scientists first ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Shigeru Ishiba, Prime Minister of Japan
Shigeru Ishiba has been chosen as the new leader of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), replacing Fumio Kishida, who resigned due to corruption scandals and economic problems. The election was unusual, with nine candidates competing. Ishiba won in a close ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
India Jumps to 39th in Global Innovation Index 2024
India has moved up to 39th place out of 133 countries in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024. This shows a big improvement in how India supports innovation. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced this news, highlighting that ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
‘Most Dangerous Bird in the World’ Faces Extinction Threat
The cassowary, often called the ‘most dangerous bird in the world,’ is at risk due to hunting and habitat loss. With fewer than 5,000 left in Australia, efforts to protect this species are becoming more urgent. What is a Cassowary? ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Scientists Discover New Mechanism for Protein Regulation in Cells
Scientists at the Biotechnology & Innovation Council — Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (BRIC-CDFD) in Hyderabad have discovered a new process involving the Wntless (WLS) protein, which is crucial for the development of organs in animals with backbones (vertebrates). ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
New Zealand Scientists Discover Rare Ghost Shark Species
Scientists in New Zealand have discovered a new species of ghost shark, a rare fish that lives deep in the Pacific Ocean. This discovery is important because it helps us learn more about marine species that are not well-known. What ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
India Becomes Third Largest Ethanol Producer and Consumer
India has recently become the third-largest producer and consumer of ethanol in the world. This change is thanks to important policy changes made by the Indian government to encourage the use of biofuels and improve energy sustainability. Government Initiatives The ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs