SpaceX Launches GSAT-20 Satellite for India

India is advancing its communication capabilities with the upcoming launch of GSAT-20 which will be carried out by SpaceX on November 19, 2024. The collaboration marks a partnership between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and SpaceX. Launch Details The ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Andhra Pradesh’s New Semiconductor Policy 2024-29

The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced the Semiconductor & Display Fab Policy 2024-29, which aims to attract investments in semiconductor and display manufacturing. It also covers related sectors like Outsourced Assembly & Testing (OSAT) and assembly, Testing, Marking, and Packing ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Odisha Launches ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’

The Government of Odisha has initiated an important step towards sustainable agriculture. In collaboration with ICRISAT, they launched a ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’. This launch took place at the International Symposium on Shree Anna and Forgotten Foods in Bhubaneshwar. Key ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

India and Japan Defence Technology Agreement

India and Japan have recently signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI), which focuses on the co-development of the UNICORN mast. The UNICORN is a conical structure that enhances stealth on naval warships, which falls under the India-Japan Defence Technology Cooperation ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Nepal Begins Electricity Export to Bangladesh

Nepal has recently initiated the export of electricity to Bangladesh via India’s electricity grid and development took place on November 15, 2024. The ceremony was attended by key officials from Nepal, Bangladesh, and India. The power flow is anticipated to ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Tata Power’s Major Floating Solar Project Launched

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has recently commissioned an important floating solar project in India. The Omkareshwar floating solar installation has a capacity of 126 megawatts (MW) and is located in Madhya Pradesh, strategically positioned between two hydroelectric reservoirs. ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Operation Dronagiri

Professor Abhay Karandikar, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, introduced Operation Dronagiri, which aligns with the National Geospatial Policy 2022. It aims to showcase geospatial technologies to enhance citizens’ quality of life and streamline business operations. Objectives of ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 Inaugurated

The 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) commenced on November 14, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the event. The fair will continue until November 27, 2024. It aims to promote ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs