Paddy Procurement Crisis in Punjab

On October 2024, paddy harvesting in Punjab has slowed. Despite favourable weather, about 90% of the procured crop remains stuck in mandis (grain markets). Private rice millers are refusing to store government paddy, exacerbating the situation. Without immediate intervention, conditions ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Asiatic Golden Cat Rediscovered in Manas National Park

The Asiatic golden cat has been spotted in Assam’s Manas National Park. This is an important conservation milestone. The last sighting was in 2007, casting doubt on the cat’s presence in the park. Its return is a positive sign for ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India Hosts First International Esports Championship in 2025

India is emerging as an important player in the Esports arena. On October 26, 2024, the Skillhub Online Games Federation (SOGF) and the International Esports Federation (IESF) announced a partnership to host the first international Esports championship in India. This ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs

India’s First Writers’ Village

Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, will inaugurate a unique initiative called ‘Writers’ Village’ (Lekhak Gaon) near Dehradun. This event marks an important cultural milestone in India, aiming to celebrate literature and creativity. Location and Significance The Writers’ ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Leadership Summit 2024

The Leadership Summit 2024 was held at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. The event focused on Grooming Young Talents. Nearly 50 delegates from top companies attended. The aim was to bridge the gap between academia and industry. Event Overview ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

SIMBEX 2024

The 31st edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) is taking place from 23 to 29 October 2024 in Visakhapatnam. The Republic of Singapore Navy Ship RSS Tenacious arrived on 23 October to participate in this event. History of ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Urban Mobility India Conference 2024

The 17th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition commenced today in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The event is for urban transport discussions in India. It is inaugurated by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Organizers and Participants The conference is organized by the ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Rare Indian Skimmers Spotted at Lower Manair Dam

An important event occurred at Lower Manair Dam (LMD) in Telangana. Around 150 to 200 rare Indian Skimmer birds were spotted. This is the first recorded sighting of these birds in Telangana. Typically, they migrate to Kakinada port in Andhra ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

PM-YASASVI Scheme

The PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI) was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. This scheme aims to uplift students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified Tribes (DNT). ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Rediscovery of Giant Salmon Carp in Mekong River

The giant salmon carp, thought to be extinct, has been spotted in the Mekong River. This species has been seen three times since 2020, raising hopes for its survival. The last confirmed sighting was in 2005. Researchers are excited about ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs