Eastern Bridge VII Exercise

Exercise Eastern Bridge VII was a joint military exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO). This important collaboration took place at the RAFO airbase in Masirah, Oman. The exercise successfully concluded, strengthening ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

World Gorilla Day

World Gorilla Day, celebrated on September 24, reminds us of the importance of protecting gorillas, who are our closest relatives after chimpanzees. This day calls on people to take action to help gorillas, guided by international agreements like the Convention ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

ADB Funds Rs 530 Crore for Tripura’s Water Supply Upgrade

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Rs 530 crore in financial assistance to the government of Tripura to improve drinking water supply across 12 cities. This project will benefit around 400,000 people, helping to solve water issues for over ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

India Launches First Comprehensive Cancer Multi-Omics Data Portal

The Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) has introduced India’s first multi-omics data portal. This new platform allows researchers and doctors to access important data from Indian cancer patients. It represents a major step forward in cancer research, helping to create ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Union Ministry Launches ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ App”

On October 10, 2023, Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ app at a press conference in New Delhi. This app aims to promote environmental conservation while celebrating the bond between mothers and their ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003 – Recent Updates

In response to the increasing use of tobacco among young people, India’s Union Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare have issued important guidelines to make educational institutions tobacco-free. This initiative, which is tied to the ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Nagar Van Yojana Surpasses Target with 111 Urban Forests

The Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) was launched by the Government of India in 2020 to increase the amount of greenery in cities. Within the first 100 days of this new initiative, the government aimed to create 100 urban forests, called ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Kerala Tops 2024 State Food Safety Index

For the second year in a row, Kerala has secured the top spot in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI). This achievement reinforces Kerala’s commitment to maintaining high standards in food safety across India. The Food Safety and Standards ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs