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Madhya Pradesh Increases Women’s Reservation to 35%

The Madhya Pradesh cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, approved an important increase in women’s reservation in state government services. The proposal raises the reservation from 33%...

November 8, 2024

What is Zolgensma?

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disease affecting muscle function. In India, treatment options are limited, mainly due to high costs. The gene therapy drug, Zolgensma,...

November 8, 2024

National Cancer Awareness Day in India

National Cancer Awareness Day is observed in India on November 7 each year. This day aims to raise awareness about cancer, an important health issue. India was the...

November 8, 2024

Ladakh Inaugurates First Polo Stadium at LG Cup

An important event took place in Ladakh. The Lieutenant Governor, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra, inaugurated the 4th LG Horse Polo Cup 2024. This event was held at the...

November 8, 2024

India-Bhutan Border ICP Inaugurated in Assam

The first Integrated Check Post (ICP) along the India-Bhutan border was inaugurated at Darranga, Assam. This event marked an important milestone in India-Bhutan relations. Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad...

November 8, 2024

Zimbabwe Launches Second Satellite ZIMSAT-2

Zimbabwe successfully launched its second satellite, ZIMSAT-2. This event marks an important advancement in the country’s space programme. The launch took place from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia,...

November 8, 2024

Ancient Fortified Town Discovered in Saudi Arabia

Archaeologists have uncovered a 4,000-year-old fortified town in northwest Saudi Arabia. This site, called al-Natah, reveals vital information about early urbanisation. The discovery was led by French archaeologist...

November 8, 2024

Karnataka Waqf Board Claims 17 Monuments in Bidar Fort

The Karnataka Board of Waqfs declared 17 monuments within the historic Bidar Fort as its property. This announcement has raised concerns and confusion among local authorities and the...

November 8, 2024

Neft Daslari: The World’s Oldest Offshore Oil Platform

Neft Daslari, also known as Oil Rocks, is the world’s oldest offshore oil platform. Located about 100 kilometers from Baku, Azerbaijan, it has been a focal point of...

November 8, 2024

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 8, 2024

41. Bidar Fort, which was seen in the news, is located in which state? [A] Karnataka[B] Maharashtra[C] Rajasthan[D] Madhya Pradesh Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Karnataka] Notes:The Karnataka...

November 8, 2024

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