India’s Forex Reserves Hit Record High of USD 683.987 Billion

India’s foreign exchange reserves reached a new record of USD 683.987 billion. This increased by USD 2.299 billion in just one week, continuing an upward trend from the earlier high of USD 681.688 billion. Growth Trend in 2024 In 2024, ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Saturn’s Rings to Disappear Temporarily in March 2025

In March 2025, Saturn’s rings will seem to “disappear” when viewed from Earth. This is an optical illusion caused by the way Saturn tilts and moves around the Sun. The planet’s tilt and orbit make its rings visible at different ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India, EU Strengthen Defence Ties in Indo-Pacific Initiative

In September 2024, a group of high-level Indian officials visited Europe for three days to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the European Union (EU). Their main focus was on building better military partnerships and improving how they work together ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu Unveils Cyber Security Policy 2.0

The Tamil Nadu Government introduced Cyber Security Policy 2.0 to replace the older version from 2020. This updated policy provides clear guidelines for protecting the government’s digital systems and ensuring their safety. It focuses on making sure that the government’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

India Reviews Trade Agreement With Malaysia

India is reviewing its trade agreement with Malaysia because the trade deficit has significantly increased over time. A trade deficit means India is buying more goods from Malaysia than it is selling to them. In 2011, this deficit was $2.6 ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

New Jumping Spider Species Discovered in Tamil Nadu

A new species of jumping spider, Carrhotus piperus, has been discovered in the lower Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu. This discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of the region and brings the total number of Carrhotus species in India to 10, ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India Successfully Launches Agni-4 Ballistic Missile in Odisha

India recently conducted a successful test of the Agni-4 ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. The test was carried out by the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), confirming the missile’s performance and technical abilities. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India’s First Bio-Hydrogen Project

The Indian government awarded a contract to develop the country’s first bio-hydrogen project, led by Gensol Engineering in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables. Valued at Rs 164 crore, the project aims to align with the National Green Hydrogen Mission ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India Commissioned Advanced Nuclear Submarine INS Arighaat

India has recently commissioned its second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), named INS Arighaat. This is a major boost to India’s naval capabilities, coming after the first SSBN, INS Arihant, which was commissioned in 2016. India’s journey into building nuclear-powered ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 7, 2024

11. Which day will be observed and celebrated as ‘Sootea Day’ by the Assam government? [A] 15 July[B] 20 August[C] 18 September[D] 5 October Show Answer Correct Answer: B [20 August] Notes:Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Sootea Police Station ..