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SASTRA Ramanujan Prize 2024

The SASTRA Ramanujan Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of mathematics, honouring outstanding contributions by young mathematicians who embody the spirit and legacy of Srinivasa Ramanujan. In 2024, the prize was awarded to Alexander Dunn...

Last updated on October 15th, 2024 03:13 pm
World Students Day 2024, Theme, Date, History and Significance

World Students' Day, celebrated every year on October 15, honours Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, India's 11th President, an acclaimed scientist, and an inspirational teacher. The day is observed globally to recognize and celebrate the immense contributions of students and to...

Last updated on October 15th, 2024 02:48 pm
Scuttling People’s Right to Information

People's Right to Information: Introduction The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 has empowered Indian citizens by exposing corruption and promoting transparency in governance. Every year, around 6 million RTI applications are filed in India, showing its importance in promoting...

Last updated on October 15th, 2024 02:36 pm
China, India and New Delhi’s Quad Dilemma

Context In September 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States to attend another meeting of the Quad nations (Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S.). This visit marked possibly the most significant meeting of the Quad to date, solidifying...

Last updated on October 15th, 2024 02:19 pm
Global Hunger Index 2024

Recently the Global Hunger Index Report 2024 was released. Facts GHI Score: 27.3 (reflecting serious hunger) Ranking: 105th out of 127 countries This places India behind its neighbours Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar, and Bangladesh, but just above Pakistan and Afghanistan....

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:46 pm
NCST Report on Santhal Pargana

Key Findings of the NCST Report on Santhal Pargana Infiltration Claims: The NCST claims that illegal immigrants from Bangladesh have significantly altered the demographics over the past seven decades. Difficulty in Enumeration: The report states that it is challenging to...

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:43 pm
Dragon Drones

What are Dragon Drones ? It is a new weapon in the Russia-Ukraine war. These drones drop a highly dangerous substance that appears to rain fire from the skies. These drones release thermite which burns at 2,427 degrees Celsius. The...

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:37 pm
X- Band Radar

What is a X-band Radar? X-band radar operates in the 8-12 GHz range (2-4 cm wavelength). Its shorter wavelengths make it effective for detecting smaller particles, such as raindrops, fog and fine particulate matter. Usage in Wayanad: The radar will...

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:31 pm
United Nations Peacekeeping Force (UN PKF) and UNIFIL

About UN PKF It is a global partnership that helps countries transition from conflict to lasting peace. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) plays a major role in deployment of peacekeeping forces. Purpose: The UN peacekeeping force helps countries prevent...

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:28 pm
Allocation of Symbols to Political Parties

Current Situation The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is currently recognized as a state party in Maharashtra and Nagaland. In July 2023, a split occurred within the NCP, with the Ajit Pawar faction claiming support from 41 out of 53 MLAs...

Last updated on October 14th, 2024 07:24 pm

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