Minorities Rights Day Observed on December 18

Minorities Rights Day is observed annually on December 18, commemorating the adoption of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious, and Linguistic Minorities in 1992. Events are held worldwide to raise awareness about ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

India’s Path to Economic Growth and Investment

India is currently navigating economic transitions. Recent discussions in Mumbai focused on strategies for enhancing financial mobilization. The workshop, hosted by NITI Aayog, the University of California, Berkeley, and IGIDR, brought together various stakeholders to address these challenges. India’s Economic ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Uttarakhand’s Yoga Policy

Uttarakhand, known as Devbhoomi, is evolving into a major hub for yoga and aims to enhance its reputation as a global yoga destination, follows the successful launch of the AYUSH policy and aims to create job opportunities while promoting wellness. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

International Migrants Day Observed on December 18

International Migrants Day is observed globally on December 18 each year and aims to raise awareness about the rights of migrants and the challenges they encounter. Recently, the theme has been set by the European Parliament, focusing on honoring migrants’ ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

38th National Games 2025 Unveiled in Dehradun

The 38th National Games will take place in Uttarakhand from January 28 to February 14, 2025, revealing the mascot, logo, jersey, anthem, and tagline for the event at Maharana Pratap Sports College in Dehradun. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), led ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs

What is Mirror Bacteria?

Recent developments in synthetic biology have raised alarms among scientists regarding the creation of “mirror bacteria,” which refers to synthetic organisms with molecular structures that are the opposite of those found in nature. A group of 38 scientists from nine ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Science and Heritage Research Initiative

Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister for Science and Technology, recently told the significance of integrating India’s traditional knowledge with modern technology, and aims to enhance India’s global standing as the nation approaches its centenary in 2047. Importance of Heritage ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

India’s Urban Wastewater Crisis and Solutions

India faces challenges regarding urban wastewater management, with only 28% of urban wastewater being treated, leaving a staggering 72% untreated. This untreated wastewater poses serious environmental risks by polluting rivers, lakes, and soil. However, it also presents an opportunity to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs