What is Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis?

Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) poses global health threat, claims approximately 340,000 lives annually. The disease is particularly lethal for individuals with pre-existing lung conditions. Research from AIIMS in Delhi reveals that about one in three patients with lung disease may ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Approval for 9 Support Centres for Indian Women Facing Distress Abroad

The Ministry of External Affairs has launched an initiative to support women in vulnerable situations. Nine One-Stop Centres (OSCs) will be established globally. Seven centres will be located in the Gulf countries and the remaining two will be in Toronto ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) Observed on December 03

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is celebrated on December 3 each year, which promotes inclusivity and recognises the contributions of persons with disabilities (PwDs). The 2024 theme focuses on amplifying the leadership of PwDs for a sustainable ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

World Maritime Technology Conference 2024

The World Maritime Technology Conference (WMTC) is event in the maritime industry, which occurs every three years, attracting global attention. Recently, it will be hosted in Chennai from December 4 to 6, which marks India’s first time hosting the conference ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024

The Lok Sabha recently witnessed the introduction of a new Bill aimed at enhancing coastal trade, presented by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. These protests were related to violence in Uttar Pradesh and the Adani controversy, which focuses on promoting Indian-flagged ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024

The Rajya Sabha intended to discuss the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024. However, the session concluded without any progress on the matter. The bill aims to stabilise policies for oil and gas companies, which seeks to promote international ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 4, 2024

1. Which city is the host of World Maritime Technology conference (WMTC) 2024? [A] New Delhi[B] Hyderabad[C] Chennai[D] Bhopal Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Chennai] Notes:The World Maritime Technology Conference (WMTC) held in Chennai from December 4 to 6, 2024. ..

Marburg Virus Outbreak in Africa

The Marburg virus has recently emerged as health threat in Africa, which has led to at least 15 deaths and hundreds of infections in Rwanda. The virus has rapidly spread across 17 African countries within the last two months. Transmission ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs