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Prime Minister Attended the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS)
On 11 October 2024, the Prime Minister of India took part in the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) held in Vientiane, Lao PDR. His presence highlighted India’s dedication to working with other nations in the Indo-Pacific region, a vast area ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: Summits and Conferences
India Digital Agri Conference 2024
The India Digital Agri Conference 2024 was held in New Delhi, co-organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH. The event aimed to explore how digital technology can change the way farming ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
India’s Vaccine Regulatory System Declared ‘Functional’ by WHO
India’s vaccine regulatory system was evaluated by international experts from the World Health Organization (WHO). The evaluation confirmed that India meets the WHO’s standards for an effective vaccine regulatory system. This recognition highlights India’s important role in the global pharmaceutical ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
India’s Bird Population Declines Significantly, Vultures Hit Hardest
India has seen a worrying decline in its bird population over recent decades, especially between 1992 and 2002, when some species, like vultures, faced severe reductions. The Living Planet Report 2024 draws attention to this issue, making India the only ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 12, 2024
1. Where was the first phase of Army Commanders’ Conference 2024 organized? [A] Dehradun[B] Gangtok[C] Kohima[D] Shillong Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Gangtok] Notes:The first phase of the Second Army Commanders’ Conference for 2024 was held in a hybrid mode ..
Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to Han Kang, a South Korean author, for her powerful writing that reflects on historical traumas and highlights the fragile nature of human existence. The announcement was made on October 10, ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Modi Inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills in Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai. This institute is designed to train people for the future, focusing on skills that will be important for Industry 4.0—the new era of smart factories and ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Global Biodiversity Declines 73% Since 1970, Urgent Action Needed
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) released its Living Planet Report 2024 on October 10, revealing a disturbing 73% decline in global wildlife populations since 1970. This sharp drop highlights the severe impact of human activities on the world’s biodiversity and ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs