Stay updated with the latest developments from India and around the world! From impactful climate action and wildlife conservation efforts to groundbreaking defence advancements and cultural milestones, we bring you the key highlights shaping a better future. Dive in to stay informed and inspired!
COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan
Global leaders will gather at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to drive the conversation and compel action on climate change, sustainability targets, and the energy transition.
National Tiger Conservation Authority’s Recommendation
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has recommended declaring the Nugu Wildlife Sanctuary, which abuts the Bandipur Tiger Reserve, as a core critical tiger habitat.
About Nugu Wildlife Sanctuary: Situated north of Bandipur National Park in Mysore District, Karnataka, it plays a vital role in tiger conservation.
Unified Portal for Education Loans – PM-Vidyalaxmi
The Department of Higher Education will launch a unified portal called “PM-Vidyalaxmi,” where students can apply for education loans and interest subvention through a simplified process. Payments of interest subvention will be made through E-vouchers and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) wallets.
First-Ever Space Exercise ‘Antariksha Abhyas’
The Defence Space Agency under the Ministry of Defence conducted India’s first-ever space exercise, ‘Antariksha Abhyas,’ in New Delhi. This exercise simulated and analyzed threats to and from space-based assets to secure national strategic objectives in space.
55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), will host the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa from November 20 to 28, 2024.
India-Japan Defence Technology Cooperation
India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI) for the co-development of UNICORN (Unified Complex Radio Antenna) mast. This conical structure, designed to increase the stealth characteristics of warships, will be fitted on Indian Naval warships under the framework of India-Japan Defence Technology Cooperation.
