58th Meeting of National Mission for Clean Ganga: The 58th Executive Committee meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) approved several pivotal projects aimed at Ganga River conservation, addressing environmental challenges.Environmental Flow Assessment was approved to assess the environmental flow of Chambal, Son, Damodar, and Tons rivers for enhancing water quality and biodiversity. […]
Day: November 18, 2024
India’s Cooperative Movement
India’s Cooperative Movement: India’s cooperative movement, rooted in the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (“the world is one family”), has played a transformative role in fostering inclusive growth, empowering marginalized communities, and driving rural development. Cooperative societies are voluntary organizations where individuals with shared interests collaborate to achieve common economic goals. They operate on principles of […]
PPP plus PPP’ Model
PPP plus PPP’ Model: On World Diabetes Day, Union Minister for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh introduced the innovative ‘PPP plus PPP’ model, aimed at addressing India’s diabetes epidemic through collaborative efforts between domestic and international stakeholders. ‘PPP plus PPP’ model is adual-layered collaboration model combining Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) within India with international PPP collaborations. […]
Operation Dronagiri
Operation Dronagiri: The Operation Dronagiri, launched under the National Geospatial Policy 2022 by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), aims to integrate geospatial technologies into key sectors like agriculture, livelihoods, and logistics. Launched by: Department of Science and Technology (DST).Date: November 13, 2024. Objective: Demonstrate the applications of geospatial technologies to improve citizens’ quality […]
Sami, Forest Finns, and Kvens Tribes
Sami, Forest Finns, and Kvens Tribes: The Norwegian Parliament issued a formal apology to the Sami, Forest Finns, and Kvens for the historical injustices caused by its “Norwegianisation” policy. This forced assimilation, practiced from the 18th century until the 1980s, led to cultural erasure, loss of languages, and forced relocations.
External Affairs Minister Inaugurates Symbiosis Dubai Campus
External Affairs Minister Inaugurates Symbiosis Dubai Campus: On the occasion of the inauguration of Symbiosis International University’s first international campus at Dubai Knowledge Park, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and UAE Minister Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan highlighted the significance of the event for both nations, particularly in terms of education and bilateral […]
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims: The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is observed on the third Sunday of November each year. It is a global event dedicated to honoring the millions of lives lost or severely affected by road traffic accidents. This day also highlights the suffering of […]
Why Bharat Matters EAM Jaishankar’s New Book Launched in Dubai
Why Bharat Matters’ EAM Jaishankar’s New Book Launched in Dubai: External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar launched his new book, Why Bharat Matters, at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai, UAE. The event, held on 14th November, allowed Dr. Jaishankar to provide insights into the themes of his book, focusing on India’s evolving role […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 16th November 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 16th November 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Global Carbon Project : Report
Global Carbon Project : Report India’s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from burning fossil fuels are expected to increase by 4.6% in 2024, the highest among major economies, according to a new report by Global Carbon Project. Carbon Dioxide is a colourless gashaving a faint sharp odour and a sour taste. It is an important heat-trapping […]
