Jaishankar Honoured with Sri Chandrasekarendra Saraswathi National Eminence Award

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently received the Sri Chandrasekarendra Saraswathi National Eminence Award for Public Leadership, presented by the South Indian Education Society (SIES), one of India’s oldest educational institutions. Jaishankar expressed his gratitude for the recognition and brought ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Centre Allocates Rs.2044 Crore for Rural Local Bodies in UP and AP

The Union Government has allocated financial support for rural local bodies in Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh for the fiscal year 2024–25, aiming to enhance local governance and empower communities to address their development needs effectively. Grant Distribution in Uttar ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Decline in Domestic Migration in India

India has experienced a notable decrease in domestic migration, with recent data indicating that the number of domestic migrants fell by nearly 12% from 2011 to 2023. The Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council (EAC-PM) reported that the total number of ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Youth Co:Lab Innovation Challenge 2024-2025

The seventh Youth Co:Lab National Innovation Challenge has been launched for 2024-2025, and is a collaboration between Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Citi Foundation. The challenge specifically targets young entrepreneurs, especially those ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu Seeks Mumps Vaccine Inclusion

Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing a surge in mumps cases, with reports indicating at least 150 cases each month. The state’s Directorate of Public Health has urged the Government of India to include the mumps vaccine in the Universal Immunisation ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Health Current Affairs

What is Glass Child Syndrome?

The term “glass child” refers to siblings of children with chronic illnesses or disabilities. These siblings often feel invisible, overshadowed by their sibling’s condition, which has gained attention, denoting the emotional struggles faced by these children. Emotional Impact on Siblings ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

TRAI Introduces New Telecom Regulations

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced amendments to enhance consumer protection in the telecom sector. The Telecom Consumers Protection (Twelfth Amendment) Regulations, 2024, and the Telecommunication Tariff (Seventieth Amendment) Order, 2024 were published recently, aim to improve ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Madhya Pradesh Named a Global Destination for 2025 by Wall Street Journal

Madhya Pradesh has recently gained international recognition as the Wall Street Journal named it one of the Go-To Global Destinations for 2025. This accolade showcases the state’s rich heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning landscapes. Heritage and Culture Madhya Pradesh is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Places in News Current Affairs