100 years of the Belgaum Congress Session: The centenary of the 1924 Belgaum Congress session is being celebrated in Belagavi, Karnataka, on 26-27th December 2024.This event commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s chairmanship of the historic 39th All-India Congress session in Belgaum, where he made significant contributions to the Congress Party’s ideology and organizational structure.
Day: December 28, 2024
Social Media and Teenagers
Social Media and Teenagers: Rising social media use among teenagers’ sparks debates on benefits and risks, with moves like Australia’s ban for under-16s underscoring the need to balance digital engagement and mental health.Reports show over 43% of Indian children aged 8-18 have active social media accounts, with many accessing it via parental smartphones.
Wealth Tax : Proposal To Reintroduce
Wealth Tax : Proposal To Reintroduce The proposal to reintroduce wealth tax in India has sparked debates, with arguments for reducing inequality through redistribution versus concerns over capital flight and administrative inefficiencies.Wealth tax is a direct tax levied on the net wealth of individuals, HUFs, and companies to ensure redistribution of resources. In India, it […]
Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan
Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan: Prime Minister launched the Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan, emphasizing the significance of combating malnutrition and promoting healthy living.It Aims to encourage villages to adopt practices that ensure better nutrition and overall health. Focus Areas: Malnutrition eradication, healthy competition among villages, and sustainable development.It is Community-driven initiatives to improve nutritional outcomes and […]
Monetary and Fiscal Policy
Monetary and Fiscal Policy: A finance ministry report cited monetary policy, macroprudential measures, and structural factors as possible contributors to the demand slowdown, highlighting differing views with the RBI on growth and inflation.Fiscal policy refers to the government’s use of taxation, spending, and borrowing to influence economic activity.
Russia Declares Federal Emergency Over Black Sea Oil Spill
Russia Declares Federal Emergency Over Black Sea Oil Spill: Russian authorities have declared a federal-level emergency in response to a catastrophic oil spill along the Black Sea coast. The spill, which occurred on December 15, has led to widespread pollution across the region, severely affecting local communities, marine ecosystems, and the coastal economy.
Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a)
Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a): The Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a), which occurred around 120 million years ago during the early Aptian, was a significant climatic and environmental event caused by massive volcanic eruptions that released large quantities of CO₂, triggering global warming and oceanic anoxia. The event severely disrupted marine ecosystems, leading […]
Sachin Tendulkar Accepts Prestigious MCC’s Membership
Sachin Tendulkar Accepts Prestigious MCC’s Membership: The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC), a prestigious institution managing the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), has announced that legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has accepted its invitation to become an Honorary Cricket Member. This honor recognizes Tendulkar’s unparalleled contributions to the game over a remarkable 24-year international career.
Amit Shah Reviews BBSSL’s Role in Strengthening Cooperative Agriculture
Amit Shah Reviews BBSSL’s Role in Strengthening Cooperative Agriculture: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah chaired a review meeting of Bhartiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited (BBSSL) in New Delhi. Attendees included Union Ministers of State for Cooperation Shri Krishna Pal and Shri Murlidhar Mohol, Secretary of Cooperation Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, […]
Dr. Sandip Shah Appointed A Chairperson of NABL
Dr. Sandip Shah Appointed A Chairperson of NABL: The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), a constituent board of the Quality Council of India (QCI), has appointed Dr. Sandip Shah as its new Chairperson. A distinguished medical professional, Dr. Shah brings over three decades of expertise in healthcare, pathology, and diagnostics.
