Fact Box: Recent Surge of 4B Movement in the US

The recent US presidential election has sparked important interest in the South Korean 4B movement. This movement advocates for women to abstain from dating, sex, marriage, and childbirth. Following Donald Trump’s victory, many American women have turned to this radical ..

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Student Direct Stream (SDS): Canada Ends Fast-Track Visa for Students

Canada has announced the suspension of the Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme. This decision impacts international students, particularly from India. The SDS programme was introduced in 2018 to expedite study permit applications. It aimed to alleviate housing and resource ..

Category: International / World Current Affairs

2024 Became the Hottest Year Ever Recorded

The year 2024 is predicted to be the hottest year since the preindustrial period. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) report alarming temperature increases. Preliminary data indicates that the average global temperature may exceed ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Indian Farmers Faced $120 Billion Implicit Tax Due

In 2023 farmers encountered important financial challenges due to government policies. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reported an implicit taxation of $120 billion on Indian agriculture. This figure is the highest among 54 countries surveyed. The Government ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Assam’s New Healthcare Innovation Institute Launched

The Assam Advanced Healthcare Innovation Institute (AAHII) has been launched. This initiative is a collaboration between IIT Guwahati and the Assam Government. It aims to enhance healthcare self-reliance in India. The inauguration included a symposium attended by prominent doctors and ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Ladki Bahin Yojana Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed a rally in Nashik. He brought into light the Mahayuti government’s ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’. This scheme aims to empower underprivileged women in Maharashtra. Modi’s remarks came amid the upcoming assembly elections on November 20. ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India Achieves WOAH Reference Laboratory Status

India’s Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying has made important strides in animal health. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Research Centre on Equines (ICAR-NRC Equine) has been designated as a World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) Reference Laboratory for ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

India-Australia Joint Military Exercise “AUSTRAHIND” Begins

Exercise AUSTRAHIND has commenced in Pune, Maharashtra. This joint military exercise runs from 8th to 21st November 2024. It involves troops from India and Australia. The exercise takes place annually, alternating between the two nations. The last edition occurred in ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Shortfall in Climate Adaptation Funds

In 2022, developed countries provided $28 billion for climate adaptation. This amount is lower than the $359 billion needed annually. Despite the increase of $6 billion, the funding remains inadequate. The U.N. Environment Programme (UNEP) reported this shortfall ahead of ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024

India’s philanthropic landscape has witnessed important growth in 2024. The EdelGive-Hurun India philanthropy list reveals a remarkable increase in high-value donations. The number of philanthropists donating over ₹100 crore annually has surged from two in 2018 to 18 this year. ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News