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Abathsahayeshwarar Temple Wins UNESCO Award for Heritage Restoration
The Abathsahayeshwarar Temple in Thukkatchi, a 1,300-year-old Chola dynasty structure in Tamil Nadu’s Thanjavur district, has gained international recognition by UNESCO’s 2023 Award of Distinction for its exceptional conservation efforts. Historical Significance The temple was constructed by Kings Vikrama Chola ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
India Maritime Heritage Conclave in 2024
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways is hosting the inaugural India Maritime Heritage Conclave (IMHC) on December 11-12, 2024, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Center in New Delhi, which aims to celebrate India’s extensive maritime history and its cultural significance. ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
IIT Guwahati Innovates Biofuel Production from Methane and CO2
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati have made advancements in biofuel production. They developed a biological method to convert methane and carbon dioxide into cleaner biofuels and this innovative approach addresses pressing environmental concerns. Overview of the Research ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
India Achieves Total Fertility Rate of 2.0
India has reached a Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of 2.0, which aligns with the goals of the National Population Policy 2000 and the National Health Policy 2017 and the TFR target was set at 2.1. The Union Minister of State ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
India Boosts Agriculture with New Initiatives
The Government of India has recently launched several programs aimed at revitalizing the agriculture sector, which focus on enhancing farm production, increasing farmer incomes, and promoting sustainable practices. The Union Cabinet’s approval puts stress on the commitment to agricultural improvement. ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
TRAI Clarifies Definitions of International and Domestic SMS Traffic
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recently clarified the definitions of international and domestic SMS traffic, which follows a request from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in August 2022. TRAI aimed to provide clear guidelines to improve regulatory ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Maha Kumbh 2025 to Feature World’s Largest AI-Powered Headcount
The Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025 will be a monumental occasion at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, and is expected to draw between 40 and 45 crore devotees. Attendees will gather at the sacred ‘Triveni Sangam’, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
IIT Madras Unveils Detailed 3D Images of Human Foetal Brain
IIT Madras revealed advanced 3D images of the fetal brain from the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre, which marks a milestone in brain mapping technology. India is now a global leader in neuroscience research and the project promises potential treatments for ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs