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Current Affairs Summary

Key Events and Updates

Current Affairs Session: The daily current affairs session led by Rich Sharma
focuses on competitive exams in India, discussing important news and updates
relevant for various examinations .

Tribute to Manmohan Singh: Acknowledgment of the passing of former Prime


Minister Manmohan Singh, highlighting his contributions to economic policy and
governance .

Daily Motivation: Students shared their success stories in exams, emphasizing


the importance of current affairs in their preparation .

Important News Highlights

Ken Betwa River Linking Project: PM Modi laid the foundation stone for this
significant national project in Madhya Pradesh .

Women in Power: Three Indian women made it to the list of the world's 100 most
powerful women: Nirmala Sitharaman (28th), Roshni Nadar Malhotra (81st), and
Kiran Mazumdar Shaw (82nd) .

Economic Affairs Council: Suman Berry appointed as the Vice Chairman of NITI
Aayog, taking additional charge of the Economic Affairs Council .

Significant Days

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness: Observed on December 27, this


day emphasizes the need for readiness against epidemics, established by the UN
General Assembly in 2020 .

20th Tsunami Memorial Day: Commemorating the devastating tsunami of


December 26, 2004, which affected multiple countries including Indonesia,
Thailand, and India .

Election Statistics

Voter Participation: In the recent Lok Sabha elections, female voter participation
was recorded at 65.6%, slightly higher than male participation at 65.5% .

NOTA (None of the Above): The percentage of voters opting for NOTA was 0.99%
in the 2024 elections, indicating a slight decrease from 1.06% in 2019 .

Government Schemes

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Swamitva Scheme: Launched to provide property cards to rural households,
facilitating legal ownership and reducing land disputes. The scheme was rolled out
nationwide after a pilot phase in 2020 .

Prime Minister's National Child Award: Recently awarded to 17 children across


various fields, recognizing their achievements .

Notable Personalities

MT Vasudevan Nair: Renowned Malayalam writer and recipient of multiple


awards, including the Padma Bhushan and J.C. Daniel Award, passed away recently
.

This summary captures the essential updates and events from recent current affairs
discussions, providing a comprehensive overview for exam preparation.

Current Events and News Highlights

1. Sahibzada Day Observance :

A day was observed for the Sahibzadas, the sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji,
highlighting their sacrifices.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh emphasized their courage
and dedication to protecting Sanatan Dharma.

2. Inclusion in School Curriculum :

The stories of the Sahibzadas will be included in the school curriculum in


Madhya Pradesh to educate students about their valor.

3. Launch of Rashtraparv Website and App :

The Ministry of Defense launched the Rashtraparv website and app on


December 25, Good Governance Day.
This platform will provide details on national celebrations organized by the
Defense Ministry.

4. Cancer Vaccine Development in Russia :

Russian scientists have developed an mRNA vaccine for cancer, which is


expected to be available free of cost to citizens.
The vaccine aims to target tumor cells by analyzing genetic mutations.

5. Arctic Report Card 2024 :

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released the


Arctic Report Card, indicating that the Arctic summer of 2024 was the third
warmest on record.

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The report highlights the melting of permafrost and its implications for
carbon emissions.

6. India's Arctic Research Initiatives :

India signed the Svalbard Treaty in 1920, allowing research in the Arctic
region.
The Himadri Research Base was established in 2008 for Arctic research, and
India has been part of the Arctic Council since 2013.

7. Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship 2024 :

India won 33 medals at the championship held in Doha, Qatar, including 7


gold medals in the youth category.

8. Western Disturbances :

Western disturbances are affecting weather patterns in Rajasthan, leading to


unusual rainfall patterns.

9. Nobel Prize in Medicine 2024 :

Inquiry about the 2024 Nobel Prize for Medicine and the discovery it
recognized.

10. Current Affairs and Study Resources :

Daily current affairs PDFs are provided, with monthly compilations available
for comprehensive study.

This summary encapsulates key news events and initiatives relevant for study and
awareness.

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