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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 2-3, 2025

41. Which country has become the first African country to eliminate onchocerciasis? [A] Kenya[B] Libya[C] Algeria[D] Niger Show Answer Correct Answer: D [Niger] Notes:Niger has become the first...

February 3, 2025

PM-JANMAN Package for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups

The PM-JANMAN package is initiative launched in November 2023 to enhance the living conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India. The programme aims for 100% saturation...

February 1, 2025

EU Resumes Monitoring at Rafah Border Crossing

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened for medical evacuations after being closed since May 2024. This reopening comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza and...

February 1, 2025

India’s Defence Strategy on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

India’s Defence Ministry recently conducted a pilot study on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). This study marks the transformative potential of these technologies. It raises critical questions regarding...

February 1, 2025

Kolkata’s Leaning Buildings

In recent weeks, over ten buildings in Kolkata have been reported to be tilting. This alarming trend marks issues in construction practices and urban planning. Experts attribute these...

February 1, 2025

Mount Taranaki Becomes a Legal Person

Recently, New Zealand‘s Mount Taranaki, also known as Taranaki Maunga, was officially recognised as a legal person. This landmark decision acknowledges the mountain’s significance to Indigenous Māori people,...

February 1, 2025

Who is Shubhanshu Shukla?

Recently, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to make history as the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Selected to pilot the Axiom...

February 1, 2025

Withdrawal of Track and Trace System for Pharmaceuticals

The Commerce Ministry has recently withdrawn the track and trace system for pharmaceutical exports. This decision aligns with the regulatory framework established by the Ministry of Health and...

February 1, 2025

Zika Virus Surge in Maharashtra

The Zika virus has emerged as public health concern in Pune district, Maharashtra. In 2024, Pune accounted for 125 out of 151 confirmed cases of Zika reported across...

February 1, 2025

Ocean Coordination Mechanism

The Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM) was launched by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO. This initiative aims to address the critical challenges facing marine environments in the Caribbean...

February 1, 2025

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