Current Affairs

On Thursday, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) presented a dividend cheque of ₹3,662.17 crore to Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This follows the shareholder approval of a final dividend of ₹6 per share for 2023-24, up from ₹3 per share in the previous fiscal year. Earlier in March 2024, LIC had…

August is a month rich with significant observances and historical milestones. From commemorating tragic events to celebrating national and international achievements, August provides numerous opportunities to reflect on important issues and honor diverse aspects of human experience. This article highlights some of the key days in August 2024, offering insight into their significance and the…

The International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, observed annually on August 30th, sheds light on a horrific practice that continues to plague societies worldwide. Enforced disappearances, a tool of oppression and terror, involve the arrest or abduction of individuals by state actors, followed by a refusal to acknowledge their whereabouts or fate. This…

On August 28, 2024, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant awarded Indian citizenship to Joseph Francis Pereira, a 78-year-old Pakistani Christian, under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA). This marks the first instance of a Goan receiving citizenship through this amendment. Background of Joseph Francis Pereira Joseph Pereira, originally from Paroda village in South Goa, traveled to…

The Central Government has announced significant appointments in two of India’s premier central armed police forces. These appointments come as part of the regular rotation and promotion of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to key positions in national security organizations. Daljit Singh Chaudhary: New Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) Daljit Singh Chaudhary,…

Admiral Ram Dass Katari was a pioneering figure in the Indian Navy. As the first Indian to become the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), his tenure marked a significant transformation in the Indian Navy. His career was distinguished by many “firsts,” including being the first Indian officer to attend the Imperial Defence College and command…

During Reliance Industries’ 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM), Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced a groundbreaking development in the field of artificial intelligence. The company’s telecom arm, Reliance Jio, is set to launch a comprehensive suite of AI tools and applications called ‘Jio Brain’. Jio Brain: A Comprehensive AI Ecosystem Overview Jio Brain is designed to cover…

Railway stations have played a pivotal role in connecting people and facilitating transportation across the globe. Among these, some stand out for their sheer size and capacity. In this article, we will delve into the longest railway station in the world and also explore the top 10 longest railway platforms in the world that exemplify…

French President Emmanuel Macron declared the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open on Wednesday evening at Place de la Concorde. This is the first time that France has hosted the Paralympic Summer Games, and is also the first time that a Paralympics opening ceremony has taken place outside a stadium, in the heart of the host…

Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is a critical treatment for dehydration and diarrhea, especially among children. It was a revolutionary medical advancement of the 20th century, developed by Dr. Dilip Mahanabis to combat cholera in infants. This simple yet life-saving solution has saved millions of lives by replenishing lost fluids and electrolytes. Full Form of ORS…