Current Affairs – December, 2024
For students preparing for competitive exams, keeping up with significant international sports events can be a key advantage. Such knowledge not only enhances your general awareness but also equips you with relevant examples for essay writing, interviews, and group discussions. The 2024 Asian Women’s Handball Championship, a prestigious event in Asian sports, concluded with a … Read more
The Indian Navy inducted INS Tushil, a cutting-edge Russian-made guided missile frigate, into its fleet at a ceremony held in Kaliningrad, Russia. The event marked a significant milestone in India-Russia defense cooperation and emphasized India’s growing maritime strength. Key Highlights About INS Tushil Significance of the Commissioning Key Features and Collaborations Strategic Implications Conclusion INS … Read more
The Government of India has extended the Production Linked Incentive (PLI scheme) scheme for the automobile and auto components sector by one year, now set to run until March 2028. Additionally, revised rules offer greater flexibility and clarity to participants, encouraging investment and boosting confidence in the sector. Key Highlights of the Revised PLI Scheme … Read more
Renowned filmmaker Shaji N Karun has been awarded the prestigious J C Daniel Award for 2023 in recognition of his extraordinary lifetime contributions to Malayalam cinema. The award, conferred by the Kerala State Government, is the highest honor in the Malayalam film industry. It includes a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, a citation, and a … Read more
Dubai has set a new Guinness World Record by unveiling the world’s largest pure gold bar, weighing 300.12 kg (661 lb 10 oz). The gold bar, valued at approximately $25 million (Rs 211 crore), was crafted by the Emirates Minting Factory and displayed at the Dubai Gold Souk Extension. Record Details Significance and Legacy Public … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana in Panipat, Haryana, marking a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to empower women and promote financial inclusion. Coinciding with the auspicious 9th day of the month, PM Modi also laid the foundation stone of the main campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal, emphasizing the … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple development projects worth ₹5500 crore in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to prepare for the grand Maha Kumbh 2025. These projects aim to enhance connectivity, infrastructure, and pilgrim facilities, ensuring a seamless experience for millions of devotees. Highlights of the PM’s Visit to Prayagraj Cultural Importance of Maha Kumbh What Makes … Read more
OpenAI has launched Sora, its new AI-powered video generator, allowing users to create high-quality video clips from written prompts. However, there are specific restrictions on depicting people in the videos, which OpenAI has imposed to address concerns around misuse, including deepfakes and the misappropriation of likeness. What is OpenAI Sora? OpenAI’s Sora is an advanced … Read more
Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), a leader in India’s shipbuilding and ship repair industry, emerged victorious at the 3rd PSU Transformation Awards 2024, held at Shangri-La, New Delhi on December 5. HSL received two prestigious accolades for its outstanding contributions to innovation and technological advancement in the maritime sector. These awards reaffirm HSL’s position as a … Read more
Sanjay Malhotra, a 1990-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term. Replacing Shaktikanta Das, Malhotra brings with him over 33 years of experience across multiple sectors, including finance, taxation, power, information technology, and mining. This article explores Malhotra’s background, his career trajectory, … Read more
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