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 […]
Month: December 2024
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.
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 27th December 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 27th December 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Governor : Reshuffling And Appointment
Governor : Reshuffling And Appointment The President has appointed two new Governors and reshuffled three others. Recent Appointments: Ajay Bhalla, former Union Home Secretary, has been appointed as the Governor of Manipur. General V.K. Singh (Retd.), a former Union Minister, has been appointed as the Governor of Mizoram. Arif Mohammed Khan has been transferred from […]
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: The President of India will present the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children on December 26. Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is organized to celebrate the energy, determination, ability, zeal and enthusiasm of our children. It is the highest civilian honor for children in India. The Pradhan Mantri […]
Kilauea Volcano : Erupting Again
Kilauea Volcano: Erupting Again One of the world’s most active volcanoes Hawaii’s Kilauea is erupting again Kilauea Volcano is located in the southern part of Hawaii’s Big Island, within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, U.S.A. It is the youngest and most active Hawaiian shield volcano, renowned for frequent eruptions. It erupts from vents at its summit […]
Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises
Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the results of Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) for 2023-24. The ASUSE 2023-24 results highlight significant growth in establishments, employment, and productivity in the unincorporated non-agricultural sector. The total number of establishments in the sector increased substantially […]
Welfare Scheme Debate
Welfare Scheme Debate: Welfare schemes and direct cash transfers now define India’s socio-political landscape but raise concerns about fiscal sustainability and development impact. Welfare Schemes are Direct cash transfers such as pensions, unemployment benefits, and aid for women (e.g., PM-KISAN).
