Current affairs

Cricket World Cup Winners List, ODI, T20, Women’s World Cup

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 The 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, the 13th edition of the quadrennial One Day International (ODI) tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), is reaching its conclusion with the final set for...

Children’s Day 2023, Theme, History and Significance

Children's Day in India is observed annually on November 14. This date was specifically chosen to coincide with the birthday of India's inaugural prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, a leader renowned for his deep affection for children and his unwavering...

Jal Diwali Campaign – Women for Water, Water for Women, Objectives

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched a new initiative called the “Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign” under its flagship scheme - Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), in partnership with the Ministry’s National...

Swachh Diwali Shubh Diwali Campaign 2023, Objectives

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is set to kick off the "Swachh Diwali Subh Diwali Campaign" from November 6th to 12th, 2023, as part of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0. The campaign's primary goal is to encourage a more...

Supreme Court Bans Firecrackers in India, Green Firecrackers

The Supreme Court has issued a significant clarification in its efforts to combat pollution, extending its 2021 ruling, which permitted the use of only "green firecrackers," to apply not only to the Delhi-NCR region but nationwide. During the hearing, the...

Diwali Festival 2023, Date, Lakshmi Puja and Eco-Friendly Diwali

Diwali is a Hindu festival of lights that symbolizes the triumph of light over dark, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The name comes from the Sanskrit term Deepavali, meaning “row of lights”. Diwali is a five-day celebration observed...

Vigilance Awareness Week 2023, Theme and Significance

The Central Vigilance Commission observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2023 from October 30th to November 5th, with the theme "Say no to corruption; commit to the Nation." Vigilance Awareness Week 2023 Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2023, observed from October 30 to...

Odd-even rule in Delhi, Timing, Exemption, Penalty, Benefits and Criticism

Delhi, the capital of India, is grappling with severe air pollution, particularly during the winter months. To combat this ongoing issue and improve air quality, the Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, announced a series of measures, including the reintroduction of...

International Day for Biosphere Reserve 2023, Theme, Status and Significance

On November 3, the world celebrates the International Day for Biosphere Reserves, established by UNESCO in 2022. This day highlights the vital role of Biosphere Reserves in preserving the delicate harmony between nature and culture. These reserves are essential for...

World Tsunami Awareness Day 2023, Theme, History, Objectives and Significance

World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed on November 5th each year to raise awareness about the devastating impact of tsunamis and the importance of early warning systems and preparedness. This international day was established by the United Nations General Assembly...