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National Education Day is Observed on November 11

November 11 marks an important day in India. It honors Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education Minister of independent India. This day emphasizes the vital role of education in shaping the nation’s future. With a youthful population, the focus ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 12, 2024

21. The Toto Tribe primarily resides in which state? [A] Odisha[B] West Bengal[C] Sikkim[D] Arunachal Pradesh Show Answer Correct Answer: B [West Bengal] Notes:The Toto tribe, with fewer than 1,600 members, lives in Totopara village, West Bengal, near the Bhutan ..

LignoSat: First Wooden Satellite Launches for Space Testing

On November 5, 2024, the world witnessed a groundbreaking event. The first wood-panelled satellite, named LignoSat, was launched into space. This tiny spacecraft aims to explore the viability of timber as a renewable building material for future space missions. Developed ..

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Tensions Rise in South China Sea Dispute

China and the Philippines are engaged in escalating tensions over territorial claims in the South China Sea. Recent developments have heightened the conflict. The Philippines has defined its maritime boundaries, prompting a strong response from China. This situation reflects ongoing ..

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Mpox Virus – Recent Developments and Concerns

The mpox virus, previously known as monkeypox, has remained an important public health concern since the eradication of smallpox in 1980. In 2022 and again in 2023, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared mpox a public health emergency. This marks ..

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New Scheme to Boost Medical Device Industry

The Government of India has initiated a new scheme aimed at enhancing the medical device industry. Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda announced this initiative in New Delhi. This scheme is expected to transform the sector . It aims to make ..

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Kerala Launches Seaplane Service for Tourism

The tourism sector in Kerala is set for an important boost with the launch of a new seaplane service. This initiative is scheduled to commence on November 11 at Bolgatty Waterdrome in Kochi. The inaugural flight will operate from Bolgatty ..

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INSV Tarini Completes Historic Voyage to Australia

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini has successfully completed a 39-day voyage. This journey began on October 2, 2024, from Goa. The expedition is part of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II initiative. It aims to promote gender equality and ..

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Indian Navy’s OpDemo2024

The Indian Navy is set to showcase its maritime prowess at the upcoming Operational Demonstration (OpDemo2024) in Puri, Odisha. This event coincides with Navy Day on December 4. President Droupadi Murmu will attend as the chief guest. The demonstration aims ..

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12th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12)

The 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12) occurred in Cairo from 4–8 November 2024. This event gathered 37,000 delegates to discuss pressing urban issues in Africa. The continent faces rapid urbanisation, with its population expected to grow by ..

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