NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission

NASA has officially approved the launch of the Europa Clipper mission, which is scheduled to take off on October 10, 2024. This decision comes after a successful review of the spacecraft’s design to ensure it can handle intense radiation. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

ICA General Assembly and the Global Cooperative Conference 2024

The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) is set to hold its General Assembly and Global Cooperative Conference in India for the first time in 130 years, from November 25-30, 2024. The event theme, “Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All,” aligns with Prime ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Yudh Abhyas-2024

The 20th edition of the India-USA Joint Military Exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2024, started on September 9, 2024, at the Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. This exercise, scheduled from September 9 to 22, has grown larger and ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Union Health Secretary Releases Health Dynamics Report 2022-23

Union Health Secretary Shri Apurva Chandra released a report called the “Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23.” This report, which used to be called “Rural Health Statistics,” has been published every year since 1992. It provides important ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Africa Urban Forum (AUF) 2024

The Africa Urban Forum (AUF) was held in Addis Ababa from September 4-6, 2024, to address the rapid urbanisation happening across Africa. Urbanisation, or the growth of cities, was described as an “irreversible trend,” meaning it’s something that cannot be ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Indian Navy Acquires 500 Sonobuoys

The Indian Navy has taken a major step to strengthen its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities by purchasing 500 sonobuoys for $52.8 million (around Rs 436 crore). These sonobuoys will be used with the Sikorsky MH-60R helicopters. This purchase came at ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

US Announces Semiconductor Partnership With India

The US announced a partnership with India to improve its semiconductor supply chain. This plan will examine India’s ability to make and use semiconductors, setting the stage for future projects between the two countries. It shows how important the semiconductor ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Pacific Island Forum 2024

The Pacific Island Forum (PIF) is an organization that brings together countries from the Pacific region to work together on important issues like peace, security, and development. In 2024, the PIF held its annual meeting in Tonga from August 26 ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

What are AI Tokens?

AI tokens, a novel intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Web3, have gained significant attention recently. This interest surged following reports of major tech companies, such as Apple and Nvidia, considering investments in OpenAI, and Venture firm Thrive Capital’s $1 ..

Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 10, 2024

31. Recently, the 5th International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, also known as Swachh Vayu Diwas, is observed on which day? [A] 1 September 2024[B] 5 September 2024[C] 7 September 2024[D] 10 September 2024 Show Answer Correct Answer: ..