Parliamentary Committee Raises Concerns Over Lumpy Skin Disease Data

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Food Processing has expressed doubts regarding the accuracy of data on cattle deaths due to Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD). The committee noted a gap or mismatch between the figures provided by ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Parliament Advances Key Tax-Related Bills

The Lok Sabha recently approved two vital indirect tax-related bills, addressing various aspects of the tax framework. The Central Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Provisional Collection of Taxes Bill, 2023, each serve distinct purposes in ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

The National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Bill, 2023

The Parliament recently approved the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Act, 2023, extending the protection for unauthorised constructions for an additional three years. This move aims to shield structures in slums, farmhouses, and other colonies ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme

Amidst growing global concerns about deforestation and the illicit trade in timber, the Indian government has introduced its own national forest certification scheme. This initiative, known as the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS), aims to validate entities committed ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : December 20, 2023

41. Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, who was recently on state visit to India, is Sultan and Prime Minister of which country? [A] Qatar [B] Oman [C] Yemen [D] Iran Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Oman ] Notes:Sultan Haitham bin Tarik ..

Gelephu Special Administrative Region

Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck recently announced the Gelephu Smartcity Project, a mega “international city” near the Indian border. This project, officially named the Gelephu Special Administrative Region (SAR), spans 1,000 square kilometers and aims to be an economic ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023

Despite a 5% decrease in road traffic deaths from 2010 to 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that road safety remains a major global health concern. Vulnerable road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and users of micro-mobility devices, continue to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Unprecedented Heat Wave in Madagascar

Madagascar, renowned for its biodiversity, is facing an alarming situation as it experiences a heat wave two months earlier than usual. The African island country encountered its hottest October on record this year, with temperatures surpassing 2.5°C above the average ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India Leads Global Remittances

According to the latest report from the World Bank, India is set to become the largest recipient of remittances, with inflows expected to increase by 12.4% to $125 billion in 2023, constituting 3.4% of the country’s gross domestic product. Drivers ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Lithium Reservoir in Salton Sea

In a groundbreaking study, scientists exploring Southern California’s Salton Sea, the state’s largest lake, have uncovered a remarkable lithium reservoir estimated to be worth $540 billion. This ‘white gold’ discovery positions the United States as a potential leader in lithium ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Places in News Current Affairs