Page-6 of Current Affairs - September, 2024

Kaziranga Sees 86% Drop in Rhino Poaching Since 2016

Kaziranga National Park in Assam has achieved a remarkable 86% reduction in rhino poaching since 2016. This success was highlighted by Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during World Rhino Day, showing that ongoing efforts to protect the one-horned rhinoceros ..

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Amazon Faces Severe Drought and Record Wildfires in 2024

In 2023, the Amazon region faced one of its worst droughts ever, leading to a significant drop in water levels in major rivers like the Solimoes. By September 2024, the water level in the Madeira River in Porto Velho dropped ..

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Union Cabinet Approves Next Generation Launch Vehicle

The Union Cabinet of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV). This decision is a big step for India’s space exploration goals and sets the stage for future projects, ..

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Kumar Tuhin Appointed Ambassador of India to Netherlands

Kumar Tuhin has been appointed as India’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Ministry of External Affairs recently announced this, and Tuhin is expected to take on his new role soon. Professional Background Tuhin is part of the ..

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PM Vishwakarma Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently spoke to a group of artisans at an event celebrating the anniversary of the PM Vishwakarma Yojana. The event took place at the Swavalambai ground in Wardha, where the Prime Minister encouraged artisans to explore ..

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India, US Sign Agreement for Semiconductor Fabrication Plant

India and the United States have made a major agreement to create a semiconductor fabrication plant. This partnership is a big step forward in their technology collaboration, with both countries viewing it as a milestone. The project is important for ..

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19th Edition of Divya Kala Mela

The 19th Divya Kala Mela was recently launched in Visakhapatnam by Governor Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, with support from dignitaries like Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar. This event is focused on empowering artisans with disabilities (Divyang artisans) and promoting inclusivity ..

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ISRO Signs 75 Technology Transfer Agreements With Private Firms

India’s space sector has taken a major step forward as ISRO, IN-SPACe, and NSIL recently signed 75 Technology Transfer Agreements (TTAs) with non-governmental entities (NGEs). This is part of India’s ongoing space reforms to encourage more private sector participation in ..

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India to Host World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit 2025

The Indian government will host the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) from February 5 to 9, 2025. This event is aimed at boosting India’s media and entertainment sector and strengthening its global influence. Objective of WAVES WAVES will ..

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Jordan Becomes First Country to Eliminate Leprosy

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Jordan as the first country in the world to eliminate leprosy. This recognition was praised by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who highlighted the collective effort by Jordan to stop the ..

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