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Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM)

December 28, 2024

The Delhi High Court has issued a directive to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, ordering the government to sign a Memorandum of About (MoU) with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare by January 5. This directive comes despite ..

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Australia’s Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill, 2024

December 28, 2024

Australia’s House of Representatives has recently passed the “Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill, 2024”, which aims to protect children under 16 from accessing social media platforms. If approved by the Senate and granted Royal Assent, it will ..

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UN Secretary General Pays Tribute to Brigadier General Amitabh Jha

December 28, 2024

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres recently honored Brigadier General Amitabh Jha of India, who served with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) in the Golan Heights. Guterres praised Jha’s leadership and commitment to UN peacekeeping missions. Brigadier Jha’s Role in ..

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Punjab Achieves 100% Piped Water Supply

December 28, 2024

Punjab has recently achieved milestone by providing 100% piped water supply to all rural households, falls under the central government’s ‘Har Ghar Jal’ scheme. The state government is also undertaking extensive projects to improve water quality and address scarcity. Canal ..

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Post Office Rules, 2024, and Post Office Regulations, 2024

December 28, 2024

The Department of Posts (DoP) has introduced reforms in the Indian postal system with the Post Office Act, 2023, effective from June 18, 2024, to modernise services and enhance accessibility for citizens. The accompanying Post Office Rules, 2024, and Post ..

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What is MASLD?

December 28, 2024

Recent studies have revealed the reclassification of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) to Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD). This change aims to clarify the connection between fatty liver disease and metabolic disorders, such as obesity and diabetes. Definition of ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 28, 2024

December 28, 2024

21. The Uttar Pradesh government inaugurated the ‘Atal Yuva Maha Kumbh’ in which city? [A] Lucknow[B] Agra[C] Gorakhpur[D] Ayodhya Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Lucknow] Notes:Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the ‘Atal Yuva Maha ..

China to Build World’s Largest Dam on Brahmaputra Near India Border

December 27, 2024

China has recently approved the construction of the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River, located in Tibet near the Indian border, which is poised to cost approximately $137 billion. The dam has sparked concerns among neighboring countries, particularly India ..

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UAE Emerges as Africa’s Top Investor

December 27, 2024

The UAE has solidified its position as Africa’s largest investor in new business projects, committing $110 billion (£88 billion) to various initiatives from 2019 to 2023, with $72 billion specifically allocated to renewable energy. This investment trend has outpaced traditional ..

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China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter Jet

December 27, 2024

Recent social media activity has showcased new Chinese combat aircraft, reflecting advancements in aerospace technology, coincide with notable anniversaries, including the J-20 stealth fighter’s rollout and Mao Zedong’s birthday. New Aircraft Specifications One of the newly revealed aircraft features a ..

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