Defence Research and Development Organisation, DRDO has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology, IIT Delhi to develop Light Weight Bullet Proof Jackets.
Category: Current Affairs
Sarco suicide pod controversy
In Switzerland, several people were taken into custody after the controversial Sarco suicide pod was used to end a woman’s life. Key points
Anura Kumara Dissanayake becomes Sri Lanka’s third woman PM
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on September 24, 2024 appointed MP and former academic Harini Amarasuriya as Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister, as part of a four-member Cabinet under him.
Asia Power Index 2024-India ranks third
The Sydney-based think tank Lowy Institute has released the the annual Asia Power Index 2024. Key findings of the index
Cortisol stress hormone
According to a recent study, sleeping like a log over the weekends for long hours can make up for the damage done to your body by a lack of sleep during the week.
What are polyphenols?
Polyphenols or plant micro-nutrients have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and potential metabolic effects.
Mankidia becomes 6th PVTG to get habitat rights over forests in Odisha
Recently, the habitat rights were formally provided to Odisha’s Mankidia community on September 22 under “The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, popularly known as the Forest Rights Act, 2006. Key points (Source: Read More …
POCSO Act: Supreme Court expands definition of “possession” in child pornography cases
The Supreme Court on September 23 said that even viewing, possessing, and not reporting such content is punishable under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act regardless of whether it is shared or transmitted further. Supreme Court observations Read More …
World Rhino report
The world rhino annual report was published by the International Rhino Foundation ahead of World Rhino Day on September 22. Rhino in India
Thailand becomes the third place in Asia to allow same-sex marriage
The Thai king has signed same-sex marriage into law, making Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia and the biggest place in Asia to recognise marriage equality. The official Royal Gazette announced on September 24, 2024.
UN adopts “Pact for the Future”
World leaders on 23 September 2024 adopted the Pact for the Future, a landmark declaration pledging concrete actions towards a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for tomorrow’s generations. Key points
India to get first national security semiconductor fabrication plant
Under a transformative collaboration with the US, India will get its first-ever national security semiconductor fabrication plant.
What is the PUSHP concept?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while speaking at an Indian diaspora event at Nassau Coliseum on 23rd September, introduced the concept of five petals of ‘Pushp’ that he believes will lead to a developed India.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ is India’s official entry for the 97th Oscars
India has officially selected ‘Laapataa Ladies’ as its entry for the Best Foreign Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. On 23rd September, the Film Federation of India made the announcement.
KABIL obtains non-invasive exploration permits for lithium blocks in Argentina
KABIL (Khanij Bidesh India Ltd), has obtained permission for carrying out non-invasive exploration in three out of the five recently acquired lithium blocks in Argentina. Key points