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World Soil Day 2024 Observed on December 05
World Soil Day is celebrated annually on December 5 and commemorates its 10th anniversary. This year’s theme is “Caring for Soils – Measure, Monitor, Manage”, which focuses on the importance of accurate soil data and the data is crucial for ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)
The Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) aims to empower rural households, which targets training one individual from each of the 6 crore rural homes. On March 31, 2024, over 6.39 crore individuals have been trained, surpassing expectations. PMGDISHA ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae: New Feather Mites Discovered
A team of Romanian researchers has recently identified two new species of feather mites in Meghalaya’s subtropical forests. This discovery occurred during a study of local bird populations, specifically Old World flycatchers. The mites, named Trouessartia thalassina and Proterothrix sibillae, ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
World Drought Atlas 2024: UN Report
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) released a report on December 2, 2024, titled “The World Drought Atlas,” which warns that by 2050, approximately 75% of the global population will face drought challenges. This report emerged during a ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Breakthrough Discovery for Malaria and Covid-19 Treatment
Recent research from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has revealed findings that could enhance treatments for malaria and Covid-19. Scientists discovered the very important role of the human protein Hsp70 in the spread of these diseases. This work involved collaboration between ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
ESIC Honoured at Asia-Pacific Social Security Forum
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) recently gained recognition at the Regional Social Security Forum for Asia and the Pacific, which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on December 3, 2024. ESIC received multiple awards for its contributions to social ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India Wins Junior Asia Cup 2024 Title
The Indian men’s junior hockey team has returned to Bengaluru after winning the Junior Asia Cup, which marks their fifth title in the tournament’s history. India previously won in 2024, 2023, 2015, 2008, and 2004. Hockey India has announced cash ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Sports Current Affairs
International Gita Mahotsav 2024
The International Gita Mahotsav (IGM) 2024 commenced in Kurukshetra, inaugurated by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, at the historic Brahma Sarovar. The festival runs from November 28 to December 15, 2024. This year, Odisha is the partner state, and ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs