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SpaceX Launches Koreasat-6A Successfully
SpaceX achieved another milestone by launching the Koreasat-6A satellite. This event took place at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission was important for both the satellite deployment and the performance of the reusable rocket. The mission aimed to send the ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Turritopsis dohrnii: The Immortal Jellyfish
The quest for immortality has intrigued humanity for centuries. Various cultures have sought ways to extend life. Recently, scientists have turned their attention to a unique marine creature known as Turritopsis dohrnii, or the immortal jellyfish. This jellyfish can reverse ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
UK’s 6th Generation Stealth Fighter Jet Receives Approval
The UK has approved an important military project. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has endorsed the Global Combat Aircraft Programme (GCAP). This initiative involves collaboration with Italy and Japan. It aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet. The project responds ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Air Pollution Crisis in Punjab, Pakistan
Severe air pollution has emerged as a critical issue in Punjab, Pakistan. The situation has escalated dramatically, affecting millions of children. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has brought to light the health risks faced by these vulnerable groups. Lahore, ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Uttarakhand’s New Sports Initiatives Unveiled
Uttarakhand is witnessing important developments in sports infrastructure. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently inaugurated three major schemes worth ₹13.78 crore. These initiatives aim to enhance sports facilities in the region and inspire youth engagement in athletics. Key Inaugurations The ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Sports Current Affairs
New Standing Committee for Inter-State Council Names Amit Shah as Chairman
The Inter-State Council Secretariat has updated its Standing Committee. This revision was announced on November 11, 2024. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been appointed as Chairman. Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved these changes. The new structure is effective immediately. ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
COVID-19 Vaccine Linked to Rare Blood Disorder
Recent findings indicate a potential association between the CoronaVac vaccine and immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). This study, published in Frontiers of Medicine, details two cases of TTP following vaccination. The research also marks an increase in TTP incidence in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Advancements in Ayurveda Aahara Research
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has made important strides in the field of Ayurveda Aahara. A special issue of the Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (JDRAS) was recently released. This edition focuses on merging ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs