Turkey Seeks Membership in BRICS

Turkey has officially applied to join BRICS, a group of emerging economies that originally included Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The country is waiting for approval of its membership, with Turkish officials confirming the application is under consideration. ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

India Achieves Tier 1 Status in Global Cybersecurity Index 2024

India has achieved Tier 1 status in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024, a remarkable accomplishment that shows the country’s dedication to building a strong cybersecurity foundation. This recognition by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) reflects India’s growing strength in ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

India Engages in Bilateral Talks at G20 Agriculture Meeting

During the G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meeting held in Cuiabá, Brazil, on 12-13 September 2024, India participated in a series of important meetings with key global partners. These discussions focused on improving cooperation in agriculture, dealing with the challenges of climate ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

India Launches BHASKAR to Transform Startup Ecosystem

The Indian government, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), is introducing BHASKAR, a new digital platform to boost India’s startup community. This project is part of the Startup India programme and aims to bring together ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008

The Supreme Court of India has stressed the urgent need to improve access to justice, especially in rural areas. This has led to renewed calls for setting up gram nyayalayas (village courts) across the country. However, despite being introduced more ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Port Blair Renamed Sri Vijaya Puram

Union Minister Amit Shah announced that the Andaman and Nicobar Islands capital, Port Blair, will be renamed ‘Sri Vijaya Puram.’ This decision is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to remove colonial-era names and celebrate India’s freedom struggle and ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

BRICS Literature Forum 2024

The BRICS Literature Forum 2024 started on September 11, 2024, in Kazan, Russia. The event was officially opened by Kazan’s Mayor, Mr. Ilsur Metshin, and brought together important literary figures from the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

DRDO Conducts Successful Trials of Indian Light Tank Zorawar

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India recently announced the successful testing of the Zorawar light tank. This tank is specifically designed for use in high-altitude areas, marking a step forward in India’s push for self-reliance in defense ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs