India Hosts 2nd Land Forces Summit 2024

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, recently attended the 2nd Land Forces Summit (LFS) 2024, which took place with participation from Army Chiefs and senior generals from Japan, the US, Australia, and the Philippines. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Viraasat Sari Festival 2024

The Ministry of Textiles in India is set to host the third edition of the Viraasat Sari Festival from December 15 to December 28, 2024, will take place at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, and aims to celebrate and promote ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Karnataka’s New SWIFT City Initiative

The Karnataka government has revealed its ambitious plan to establish SWIFT City near Sarjapur in Bengaluru, aiming to enhance the start-up ecosystem and position the city as a leading industrial hub. The project follows the recent announcement of KWIN City, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

NISAR Satellite Launch Set for March 2025

In March 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NISAR satellite, a milestone in space exploration, the 2.8-tonne satellite will be deployed using the GSLV Mk-II rocket. NISAR represents a collaborative effort between India and the United ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 17, 2024

41. India’s first diabetes biobank has been established in which city? [A] Chennai[B] Mumbai[C] Kolkata[D] Hyderabad Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Chennai] Notes:India’s first diabetes biobank has been established in Chennai by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and ..

India Wins Women’s Hockey Junior Asia Cup 2024

India’s women’s hockey team triumphed in the Women’s Hockey Junior Asia Cup 2024, held in Muscat, Oman. They secured victory against China after a tense shootout, marking their second consecutive title in this tournament. Match Overview The final match began ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs

RBI Raises Collateral-Free Loan Limit for Farmers to ₹2 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in the limit for collateral-free loans available to farmers. This change, effective from January 1, aims to support small and marginal farmers facing escalating farming costs. New Loan Limit Details ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

What is Gympie-Gympie, the World’s Most Toxic Plant?

The Gympie-Gympie, scientifically known as Dendrocnide moroides, is considered the most toxic plant globally. Native to Australia, it has gained notoriety due to its excruciating sting, which can induce unbearable pain and distress. This pain can last for weeks or ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Russia to Introduce Visa-Free Travel for Indian Tourists in 2025

In development for tourism, Indian tourists may soon travel to Russia without a visa, which could commence in spring 2025, following discussions between Russia and India aimed at facilitating easier travel for tourists. Recent Developments in Travel Arrangements In June ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Mikheil Kavelashvili Elected President of Georgia

Georgia has recently witnessed a political shift with the election of Mikheil Kavelashvili as the new president. His election comes amidst rising discontent regarding the government’s decision to postpone the country’s European Union accession until 2028. Kavelashvili, a former footballer ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News