India Tops Global Remittances for 2024

India continues to lead the world in remittances, with non-resident Indians (NRIs) sending home a remarkable $129 billion in 2024, marking an increase from the previous year’s remittance of Rs 8.95 lakh crore. The World Bank report confirms India’s position ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Karnataka Assembly Passes Key Legislative Bills

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has recently passed eight Bills, addressing various issues from groundwater safety to financial accountability. These legislative changes reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing public safety and improving regulatory frameworks. Karnataka Groundwater Regulation Bill This Bill aims ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Russia Develops mRNA Cancer Vaccine, Offers It For Free

Russia has made strides in cancer treatment with the announcement of a new mRNA vaccine. This vaccine aims to be available to patients free of charge by early 2025 and has undergone promising pre-clinical trials, showing potential to suppress tumor ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is Protected Area Permit (PAP)?

The Manipur Government has reinstated the Protected Area Permit (PAP) system in response to security concerns, which affects Manipur, Mizoram, and Nagaland, where an increase in foreign visitors has raised alarms. Under the PAP system, foreigners must obtain permits to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS)

The Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) has achieved milestones by connecting all 17,130 police stations in India. This extensive network was completed recently, enabling law enforcement agencies to file and access crucial documents like first information reports ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

India Tags First-Ever Ganges River Dolphin in Assam

India has marked milestone in wildlife conservation by tagging a Ganges River Dolphin in Assam. This unprecedented event is part of Project Dolphin, initiated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and other organizations, which aims to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

World Bank Approves $2 billion for Ukraine, Including US Loan Funds

The World Bank has recently approved a substantial funding package aimed at boosting Ukraine’s financial and economic stability. This initiative, announced on December 18, 2024, includes a combination of grants and loans, reflecting international support for Ukraine amidst ongoing challenges. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Indian Educator Arun Kapur Honoured by Bhutan’s King

Arun Kapur, an esteemed Indian educationist, received a prestigious honour from Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel, which occurred during Bhutan’s 117th National Day celebrations in Thimphu on December 17, 2024. Mr. Kapur was awarded the ‘Bura Marp’ (red scarf) and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

What is Nvidia’s Jetson Orin Nano Super, Tiny Supercomputer?

Nvidia has recently launched the Jetson Orin Nano Super, a compact generative AI supercomputer, that promises enhanced performance, a software upgrade, and a competitive price point. The developer kit is available for $249, making it accessible to many users, from ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 20, 2024

31. Ganges River Dolphin tagging has been conducted in which state for the first time? [A] Uttar Pradesh[B] Assam[C] Mizoram[D] West Bengal Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Assam] Notes:The first Ganges River Dolphin was tagged today in Assam, marking a ..