International Day for the Prevention of Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict: The United Nations observes the International Day for the Prevention of Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict each year on November 6 to raise awareness and encourage global efforts to protect the environment in times of conflict. […]
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar Launches ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ and Unveils ‘TULIP’ Platform
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar Launches ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ and Unveils ‘TULIP’ Platform: The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment inaugurated the ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ with a grand opening at Dilli Haat, New Delhi. Organized by key Corporations under the Ministry, including the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), National […]
Royal Enfield Launches EV Brand “Flying Flea”
Royal Enfield Launches EV Brand “Flying Flea”: Royal Enfield has recently unveiled its highly anticipated electric vehicle (EV) brand, “Flying Flea”, an homage to one of the brand’s most iconic models. The original Flying Flea was a compact, lightweight motorcycle designed in the 1940s for military use during World War II. Engineered to be air-dropped […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 5th November 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 5th November 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Iron Beam
Iron Beam: Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’, designed to use a high-power laser to down projectiles, will be operational within a year, according to reports. The Iron Beam, also known as Magen or Light Shield, is a new laser-based missile defence system developed by Israel. It is a 100kW class High Energy Laser Weapon System (HELWS) that […]
Alstonia scholaris
Alstonia scholaris: Even though Cyclone Dana triggered heavy rain in Kolkata, it did bring relief to those with allergies and asthma, as the heavy showers led to chhatim trees (Alstonia scholaris) shedding flowers that have a strong fragrance. Alstonia scholaris, commonly called blackboard tree, scholar tree, milkwood, or devil’s tree in English, is an evergreen […]
Transponder : For Fishermen At Sea
Transponder : For Fishermen At Sea The Central government has planned to install indigenously developed transponders on one lakh fishing vessels for a two-way communication and support system that enhances the safety and security of fishermen at sea. A transponder is a wireless communication, monitoring, or control device that picks up and automatically responds to […]
Global Tuberculosis (TB) Report 2024
Global Tuberculosis (TB) Report 2024: It is an annual report published by the World Health Organization (WHO). It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the TB epidemic and of progress in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease at global, regional, and country levels. Highlights of the 2024 Report: It shows 8.2 million people […]
Markhor : Largest Wild Goat In The World
Markhor : Largest Wild Goat In The World The largest wild goat in the world, is battling for survival in Jammu and Kashmir and measures must to protect its habitat to increase its population. The markhor is a wild goat species indigenous to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia. It is known for […]
Black Hole Triple System : Study
Black Hole Triple System : Study A new study says scientists have discovered a “black hole triple” in space for the first time. The system comprises a black hole at its centre, currently in the process of consuming a small star spiralling very close to it. There is also a second star, which appears to […]
