Current affairs

List of Chief Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir (1965-2024)

Jammu and Kashmir, a politically significant region in northern India, has seen multiple leadership changes over the years. From 1965, when the region first adopted the title of Chief Minister, until 2019 when it was reorganized into a Union Territory,...

World Anaesthesia Day 2024, Theme, History and Significance

World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually on October 16 to commemorate one of the most significant milestones in medical history—the first successful demonstration of anaesthesia. This day honors the contributions of anesthesiologists and healthcare professionals, whose expertise in pain management...

Jabalia

About Jabalia It is a refugee camp in northern Gaza. The Israel military launched a deadly offensive in the Jabalia area a week ago which it claims is aimed at stopping Palestinian group Hamas from regrouping. The attacks have trapped...

Allocation of Satellite Internet Spectrum

What is Satellite Internet? Satellite internet refers to a type of internet connection that uses satellites to provide broadband service. This technology enables users to access the internet from virtually anywhere, particularly in remote or underserved areas where traditional terrestrial...

Greenwashing Guidelines

What is Greenwashing ? Greenwashing refers to the practice of making false or exaggerated claims about the environmental benefits of a product, service or activity. It arises due to pressure on companies and governments to align their activities with environmental...

Bone Ossification Test

What is Bone Ossification Test ? It is a medical procedure that analyses bones in order to determine age. It involves taking X-rays of certain bones in the body, such as the clavicle, sternum and pelvis to assess skeletal development....

Opinion Polls and Exit Polls

Opinion Polls Opinion polls are surveys conducted before an election to gauge voters' intentions and preferences. They aim to predict how the electorate might vote based on a sample of the population. Methodology: Sampling: Various techniques such as random, stratified,...

Centre sets up three AI research hubs on Health, Agri and Cities

What is the Centre of Excellence (COE) ? Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are specialised institutions or initiatives designed to advance research, development and application of AI technologies across various sectors. Objectives of CoE: Innovation: They aim...

Google’s Nuclear Energy Agreement with Kairos Power

Google’s First Corporate Nuclear Energy Deal Google has been an industry leader in clean energy, with its first 20-year wind farm power purchase agreement (PPA) dating back to 2010. The company is seeking alternative energy sources like nuclear due to...

Conflict in Joint Parliamentary Committee of Waqf Bill

About Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) A JPC is set up by the Parliament for a special purpose, mainly for the detailed scrutiny of a subject or Bill. It consists of members from both the Houses and from both the ruling...