Current Affairs January 2024

Earth’s Rotation Day 2024: Honoring the Discovery of Our Planet’s Movement

Every year, Earth’s Rotation Day is celebrated on January 8, and this year, the special day falls on a Monday. It’s a day dedicated to recognizing the pivotal discovery of Earth’s rotation on its axis. Historical Significance of Earth’s Rotation Day The concept of Earth’s rotation dates back to ancient Greece in 470 BC. However, it wasn’t until 1851 that French […]

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Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports Declares ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ 2023

The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has recently unveiled the recipients of the prestigious ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar‘ for the year 2023. These awards are a testament to the commendable contributions made by corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies at the State and National levels towards the promotion and development of sports in India.

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ISRO Tests Fuel Cell On PSLV-C58’s POEM3 Platform Successfully

On January 1, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing a 100 W class Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell based Power System (FCPS) in its orbital platform, POEM3. This remarkable feat took place aboard the PSLV-C58 mission, marking a crucial step in the assessment of fuel cell technology for future space missions. Objective of

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Cabinet Approves India-USAID MoU For Railways’ Net-Zero Emission Goal

In a significant move towards sustainable development, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The focus of this collaboration is to support Indian Railways in achieving ‘net zero carbon emission’ by the ambitious target year

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Ministry of Education launches PRERANA program

The Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, proudly presents Prerana: An Experiential Learning program. This unique initiative aims to empower students of classes IX to XII with leadership qualities and provide them with a meaningful, unique, and inspiring experience. Rooted in Indian Values and NEP 2020 Prerana is driven by a strong commitment to the principles

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PM Modi Launched PRITHVI VIGYAN Scheme worth nearly 4,800 crore rupees

Introduction to PRITHVI SchemeThe Indian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has launched an ambitious initiative named PRITHVI (PRITHvi VIgyan), a comprehensive scheme by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. With a significant budget of Rs. 4,797 crore, the program spans from 2021-26, marking a new era in the study and understanding of Earth sciences in India.Objectives of PRITHVI SchemeThe

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Amit Shah Launches Tur Dal Procurement Portal for Farmers

In a significant move towards agricultural reform, Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a tur dal procurement portal, enabling farmers to register and sell their produce to the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd (NAFED) and the National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India Limited (NCCF). The portal guarantees a minimum support price (MSP) or market price for

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Gujarat Government Inks Agreements Worth $86 Billion Ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

In preparation for the upcoming biennial Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, the Indian state of Gujarat has sealed preliminary investment deals totaling 7.17 trillion Indian rupees ($86.07 billion) with 58 companies spanning sectors like energy, oil and gas, and chemicals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state has been strategically securing these agreements ahead of the summit scheduled from January 10

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World Braille Day 2024

World Braille Day, annually observed on January 4, is a profound tribute to Louis Braille, the visionary mind behind the transformative braille system. Born in 1809 in France, Louis faced the adversity of losing his sight in childhood. However, his resilience and determination led to the creation of one of history’s most revolutionary systems. Evolution of Braille At a tender age of

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Assam CM Launches 200 Eco-Buses In Guwahati To Combat Pollution

In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged off 200 electric buses from Guwahati. This initiative marks one of the state government’s most substantial efforts to create a pollution-free environment in Assam. A Milestone in Green Transportation During a media address, CM Sarma expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, describing it as

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