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Modi Inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills in Mumbai

October 11, 2024

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 ..

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Global Biodiversity Declines 73% Since 1970, Urgent Action Needed

October 11, 2024

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 ..

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MHA Declares Hizb-ut-Tahrir Terrorist Organization in India

October 11, 2024

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently declared Hizb-ut-Tahrir (HuT) a terrorist organization under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This decision is a major step in India’s efforts to combat radicalism and terrorism. Why was Hizb-ut-Tahrir Declared a ..

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Study Highlights Slowdown in Rising Life Expectancy Trends

October 11, 2024

For many years, life expectancy has been increasing because of improvements in medicine and technology. However, it seems to be slowing down now. A new study suggests that if we want to significantly extend how long people live, we need ..

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New Target for Cancer Treatment Discovered by Scientists

October 11, 2024

Scientists at the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) in Kolkata have made a promising discovery in cancer treatment. They found that by targeting an enzyme involved in DNA repair, called TDP1, they might help improve outcomes for ..

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Saudi Arabia Denied Seat on UN Human Rights Council

October 11, 2024

Recently, Saudi Arabia tried to win a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) but was unsuccessful, finishing in sixth place. This outcome sheds light on how the world views Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and shows the ..

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World Bank Establishes Fund to Support Ukraine’s Recovery

October 11, 2024

The World Bank has created a special Financial Intermediary Fund (FIF) to help Ukraine as it continues to face challenges from the ongoing war with Russia. Countries like the United States, Canada, and Japan are expected to contribute money to ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 11, 2024

October 11, 2024

1. Agasthyamalai Bambootail, which was seen in the news, belongs to which species? [A] Damesfly[B] Fish[C] Spider[D] Beetle Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Damesfly] Notes:Researchers have discovered a new damselfly species named Agasthyamalai Bambootail in Manjadininnavila, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. This rare ..

2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

October 10, 2024

Three scientists have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking work on proteins. Demis Hassabis and John M Jumper from Google DeepMind are recognized for using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict the 3D structures of nearly ..

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Ratan Tata, Renowned Business Tycoon, Passes Away at 86

October 10, 2024

Ratan Tata, a well-known Indian business icon and leader of the Tata Group, passed away at the age of 86 in Mumbai. The Tata family’s conglomerate is one of India’s most successful and respected business empires, known for both its ..

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