Google Opens Safety Engineering Centre in Hyderabad

Telangana has partnered with Google to establish the Google Safety Engineering Centre (GSEC) in Hyderabad, which marks India’s first GSEC and the fifth globally. The centre’s focus is on enhancing security and online safety products for the Indian market. Location ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Rubbercon 2024

Rubbercon 2024 will take place from December 5 to 7 in Kochi, hosted by the Indian Rubber Institute (IRI) and the International Rubber Conference Organization (IRCO), which marks the first time the conference is held in Kerala. The theme is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

16th GRIHA Summit 2024

The 16th GRIHA Summit commenced in New Delhi, which centres on “Accelerating Climate Action in the Built Environment.” The event unites industry leaders, policymakers, and experts, and aims to promote sustainable urban development and climate resilience in construction. Summit Objectives ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

SHe-Box Portal

The SHe-Box portal has been launched to address workplace sexual harassment, which is part of the government’s commitment to creating safer work environments and it has been operational since October 19, 2024. The Ministry of Women and Child Development developed ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

International Debt Report (IDR) 2024

In 2023, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) faced unprecedented external debt levels, total reaching US$8.8 trillion. Servicing this debt became more expensive than ever. The 2024 International Debt Report (IDR) marks these trends and offers vital information about debt flows ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

World Soil Day 2024 Observed on December 05

World Soil Day is celebrated annually on December 5 and commemorates its 10th anniversary. This year’s theme is “Caring for Soils – Measure, Monitor, Manage”, which focuses on the importance of accurate soil data and the data is crucial for ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)

The Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) aims to empower rural households, which targets training one individual from each of the 6 crore rural homes. On March 31, 2024, over 6.39 crore individuals have been trained, surpassing expectations. PMGDISHA ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae: New Feather Mites Discovered

A team of Romanian researchers has recently identified two new species of feather mites in Meghalaya’s subtropical forests. This discovery occurred during a study of local bird populations, specifically Old World flycatchers. The mites, named Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

World Drought Atlas 2024: UN Report

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) released a report on December 2, 2024, titled “The World Drought Atlas,” which warns that by 2050, approximately 75% of the global population will face drought challenges. This report emerged during a ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Breakthrough Discovery for Malaria and Covid-19 Treatment

Recent research from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has revealed findings that could enhance treatments for malaria and Covid-19. Scientists discovered the very important role of the human protein Hsp70 in the spread of these diseases. This work involved collaboration between ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs