TODAYS TOP NEWS
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1. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast Dense fog Conditions are likely to prevail during the late night and early morning in isolated places of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam.
2. Both Houses of Parliament adjourned for the day amid continued uproar over various issues; Opposition moves No Confidence Motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.
The Parliament proceedings were disrupted again on Tuesday as the face-off between the government and the Opposition continued over Soros and Adani issues.
3. Gorakhpur is set to establish India’s first Integrated Waste Management City-cum-Learning Centre by September 2025, aiming to create a garbage-free environment. It will promote sustainable waste management through a circular economy model and the facility will occupy 40 acres in Suthni village, Sahjanwa.
4. The India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024 is scheduled for December 9-10, 2024, at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Center in New Delhi. The event is supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI).
5. The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated the AP Urjaveer Scheme, which aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. It is a collaboration with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), the focus is on training private electricians statewide.
6. In Nagaland, the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival came to a close. After 10 days of vibrant cultural and musical extravaganza, the celebrations culminated with a grand closing ceremony at Naga Heritage Village Kisama.
7. Rajasthan govt has celebrated December 10 as Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas.
8. India’s First Hyperloop Test Track Completed at IIT Madras: It has completed a 410-meter Hyperloop test track, which was announced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The project involves collaboration between the Railways, IIT Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr, a startup from IIT Madras.
9. The 7th edition of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) will concurrently begin on 11th December, 2024 at 51 centres nationwide. Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, will virtually inaugurate the event. SIH is a nationwide initiative to provide students with a platform to solve some of the pressing problems we face in our daily lives and thus inculcate a culture of product innovation and a problem-solving mind set.
10. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu unveiled the new logo of the 4th Edition of the Eaglenest Bird Festival scheduled to be held from the 17th to 19th January 2025 at Khellong and Thongre village in West Kameng District.
11. Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria flagged off two-day People’s Walk as part of ‘Nasha Mukat-Rangla Punjab’ campaign, a drive to promote Drug-Free Punjab. The campaign was flagged off from the village Beas in Jalandhar district.
12. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader Rabindra Nath Mahto has been elected unanimously for the second time as the Speaker of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly. Chief Minister Hemant Soren congratulated him.
13. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has outlined a new system that would utilize WhatsApp for obtaining various verification documents, including caste and income certificates.
14. Students can appear for any subject in Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate irrespective of stream in Class 12th, announces UGC.
15. Former External Affairs Minister and Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna passed away at his residence on Tuesday (December 10, 2024) morning. The 92-year-old veteran was ailing for quite some time.
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LEGAL REPORT
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1. The Government of India is seeking public feedback on proposed rules for Clinical Electrical Thermometers with the deadline for comments is 30 December 2024. These draft rules were initiated by the Department of Consumer Affairs.
2. Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has called for strict action against illegal Bangladeshi immigrants residing in the National Capital Delhi.
3. Manipur Government withdrew temporary suspension of internet and mobile data services in the jurisdiction of nine districts of the State.
“””””””””” MISHAPS “””””””””
The death toll from the BEST bus accident that occurred in the Kurla area of Mumbai last night has risen to seven. Forty-nine others who were injured in the tragic incident are undergoing medical treatment at various hospitals.
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1. India has recently achieved a significant milestone in foreign direct investment (FDI), surpassing the $1 trillion mark in cumulative inflows over the past 24 years. As of September 2024, total FDI inflows reached approximately $1,033.40 billion, according to data from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) .
2. The Central Government of India has recently approved a significant modernisation project for the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) located in Mohali, Punjab. This initiative is part of the broader Semicon India Program, which aims to enhance the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in the country.The government has sanctioned an investment of ₹10,000 crore.
3. India has achieved the milestone in foreign direct investment (FDI), with inflows surpassing $1 trillion between April 2000 and September 2024. This achievement puts stress on India’s status as a secure investment destination.
4. In Jammu and Kashmir, the government accorded sanction to the formation of a three-member cabinet sub committee to look into grievances against the present reservation policy in the Union Territory.
4. Telangana’s economy continues to expand significantly, with its Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) rising to Rs 15.02 lakh crore at current prices in 2023-24 from Rs 13.11 lakh crore in 2022-23, according to the latest data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Despite the growth, the state slipped one spot to rank seventh among Indian states in terms of GSDP at current prices.
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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
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Artist Jasleen Kaur has won the 2024 Turner Prize. At 38, she was the youngest finalist, sponsored by Tate Britain. Jasleen Kaur is a Scottish artist, and the winner of the 2024 Turner Prize. She works with mixed-media including installations, sculpture, sound art, and writing, and has a socially-engaged arts practice.
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DEFENCE News
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1. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow on December 10, 2024, to honour Soviet soldiers who lost their lives during World War II. This ceremony was part of Singh’s three-day official visit to Russia.
2. India and Russia review full range of bilateral defence ties; Both countries committed to further strengthen Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
3. ISRO and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted “Well Deck” recovery trials for the Gaganyaan mission, marking a significant milestone in India’s human spaceflight program. These trials took place off the coast of Vishakhapatnam on 6 December 2024, and involved simulating the recovery of the Crew Module, which is crucial for safely bringing astronauts back to Earth after their mission.
4. India’s Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) chief, Lt. Gen. DS Rana, is set to visit Greece from December 10-11, 2024, to enhance defence cooperation between the two nations.
5. India’s Gaganyaan mission is making significant strides towards its ambitious goal of human space travel. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has set a timeline for the first uncrewed test flight by late 2024, with plans for the first crewed mission to occur in 2026.Targeted for December 2024. This flight, known as G1.
6. The Indian Navy has officially commissioned the INS Tushil, a guided missile frigate, at a ceremony held in Kaliningrad, Russia, on 9 December 2024. This event was attended by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and high-ranking naval officials from both India and Russia.
11 Dec (Wednesday)
Vedic Ritu/ Hemant
Drik Ritu : Hemant (Autumn)
पक्ष :: Shuklapaksh
Vikram Samvat – 2081
Shaka Samvat – 1946
Month : Agrahayana 26, (Purnimanta)
Agrahayana 10 (Amanta)
Nakshatra: Uttara Bhadrapada (up to 1:30 pm)Revati
Tithi : Ekadashi,
Dwadashi
Rahu : 12:20 PM – 01:39 PM
Yamaganda: 08:21 AM – 09:41 AM
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