India Launches Malpe and Mulki Anti-Submarine Warfare Ships

The Indian Navy recently launched two new ships, named Malpe and Mulki. These are the fourth and fifth ships in a project to build eight Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Shallow Water Crafts (SWC). The launch took place at Cochin Shipyard Ltd ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

54th GST Council Meeting

The 54th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting took place in New Delhi, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The council focused on adjusting tax rates for essential items, including health insurance, cancer drugs, and snacks. Major Decisions Made ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

MeitY Launches Third Phase of Digital India Capacity Building

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has started the third phase of its capacity-building programmes to improve the digital skills of government officials. These officials come from both Central and State governments, and the training focuses on key ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu Sanctions ₹500 Crore For Irrigation Tank Rejuvenation

The Tamil Nadu government has approved ₹500 crore to rejuvenate 5,000 minor irrigation tanks in rural areas. This project is aimed at improving water storage and managing local water resources, especially for agriculture. The project will receive ₹250 crore from ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

New Wetland Virus

Scientists have discovered a new virus in China called the Wetland Virus, which is carried by ticks. They are concerned about its potential effects on human health because it can lead to serious neurological (brain-related) complications. Discovery and Initial Case ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Apple Loses Court Battle, Must Pay €13 Billion in Taxes

Apple has recently lost a legal battle with the European Union (EU). Because of this loss, Apple now has to pay 13 billion euros (about $14 billion) in back taxes to Ireland. This decision is part of the EU’s larger ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Chandrayaan-3 Detects Historic 250 Seismic Signatures on Moon

India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first lunar mission to detect over 250 seismic signals from the Moon’s south pole since the Apollo missions. This discovery marks a major advancement in lunar exploration and seismic ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission

NASA has officially approved the launch of the Europa Clipper mission, which is scheduled to take off on October 10, 2024. This decision comes after a successful review of the spacecraft’s design to ensure it can handle intense radiation. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

ICA General Assembly and the Global Cooperative Conference 2024

The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) is set to hold its General Assembly and Global Cooperative Conference in India for the first time in 130 years, from November 25-30, 2024. The event theme, “Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All,” aligns with Prime ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Yudh Abhyas-2024

The 20th edition of the India-USA Joint Military Exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2024, started on September 9, 2024, at the Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. This exercise, scheduled from September 9 to 22, has grown larger and ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs