59th All India Conference of Directors General/Inspector Generals of Police

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed the 59th All India Conference of Directors General/Inspector Generals of Police in Bhubaneswar, which took place on November 30 and December 1, 2024. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for a modernized and strategic ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

India and ADB Sign $98 Million Horticulture Loan

The Government of India has partnered with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance horticulture. A loan agreement of $98 million was signed recently, which is aimed at providing farmers with certified, disease-free planting materials. The initiative focuses on improving ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Exercise AgniWarrior 2024

The India-Singapore military exercise, AgniWarrior 2024, is set for November 28 to November 30. It will occur at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges in Maharashtra, which aims to enhance military cooperation between the two nations’ artillery units. Objectives of AgniWarrior ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi Appointed Chief of BrahMos Aerospace

Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi has recently been appointed as the Chief of BrahMos Aerospace, which is renowned for developing the world’s most advanced supersonic cruise missile system. His appointment marks a step in India’s defence technology sector. Background and Experience ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024 • Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Yuva Sangam Phase 5 Launches Nationwide

Yuva Sangam Phase 5 commenced on November 24, 2024, and delegates from Bihar and Andhra Pradesh embarked on journeys to Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh, respectively. This initiative, by the Ministry of Education, encourages unity through cultural exchange, which targets young ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Network Readiness Index 2024

India has achieved remarkable progress in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024. The country has climbed 11 places to rank 49th, up from 60th in 2023, which evaluates 133 economies based on technology, people, governance, and impact. Key Areas of ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

India and Tanzania Enhance Defence Cooperation

India and Tanzania held their third Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting on November 26, 2024. The meeting occurred in Goa, which aimed to strengthen defence ties between the two nations. Key Participants The Indian delegation was led by Joint ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

CEA Recognises Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has recently endorsed Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine (SHKT) technology, which aims to promote innovation in India’s power sector. SHKT technology harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water. It does so without requiring important water height, unlike ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India Resumes Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

India resumed signing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in 2021 after a decade-long hiatus. The country has since completed agreements with Mauritius, the UAE, Australia, and EFTA countries. However, India is now adopting a more cautious approach to FTAs. This shift ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Apple, Google, and Meta See Faster Growth in India than Globally

Big tech companies are experiencing rapid growth in India, faster than in other parts of the world. This trend has been evident over the past four fiscal years and companies like Apple, Google, and Meta are leading this charge. Apple’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs