Current affairs

World Soil Day 2024, Theme, Observed Annually on 5 December

World Soil Day is observed annually on December 5th. It is a day designated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations to raise awareness about soil's importance in our daily lives and promote sustainable soil management....

Natural Pearl Production

About Natural Pearls Natural pearl farming involves the cultivation of pearls through sustainable methods in freshwater or marine environments. Pearls are the only gemstones in the world that come from a living creature. Mollusks such as oysters and mussels produce...

Armed Forces Flag Day 2024, History, Significance, and Purpose 

Armed Forces Flag Day, celebrated every year on December 7 is a special day dedicated to celebrating the valorous men and women in India's Armed Forces. This is a means for the nation as a whole to thank them for...

International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience

About International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience This initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of submarine cables, which are essential to the functioning of the global digital economy. Role and Functions Promote best practices across governments and industries to...

National Mission on Libraries (NML), Objectives and Significance

National Mission on Libraries (NML) NML was launched by the Union Ministry of Culture in 2012 to modernize and improve public libraries and services. It was established based on recommendations from the National Knowledge Commission. Objectives of NML Provide digital...

Lake Effect Snow

Lake Effect Snow is a unique and fascinating weather phenomenon that significantly impacts regions near large bodies of water, particularly around the Great Lakes in North America. Several states, including New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan, frequently experience this form...

Border dispute between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan

Background of Border Dispute between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan The conflict is over a 970 km-long border shared by Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan in Central Asia. Cause: Disputes over territorial claims and resource access (water, grazing land) in the densely populated Ferghana...

Asia-Oceania Meteorological Satellite Users’ Conference

Context: The 14th Asia-Oceania Meteorological Satellite Users' Conference has commenced in New Delhi held from December 4–6, 2024. Hosted by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, this conference focuses on advancing the application of satellite...

UK Assisted Dying Bill

Current UK Position on Assisted Dying Legal Status: Assisted dying and euthanasia are currently illegal in the UK. Assisting suicide is an offense punishable by up to 14 years in prison under the Suicide Act 1961. Previous Attempts: Since 2013,...

UNFCCC COP29 Baku

The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) was held in Baku, Azerbaijan. This year's conference is branded as the "Finance COP," emphasizing the crucial role of financing in climate action, particularly for developing countries. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate...