National News
Sanraksha App Launched to Boost Rail Passenger Safety
1. Which mobile application was launched by Indian Railways to enhance passenger safety? answer: Sanraksha
2. In which division was the Sanraksha app initially piloted? answer: Nagpur division
Centre Receives Proposals for New City Development
3. How many proposals for new city development has the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs received? answer: 28 proposals
4. How many states have submitted proposals for new city development? answer: 23 states
Tourism Projects Approved to Promote Lesser-Known Destinations
5. How many projects were approved by the Ministry of Tourism to promote lesser-known destinations? answer: 40 projects
6. What is the total worth of the tourism projects approved by the Ministry of Tourism? answer: Rs 3,295 crore
IIT Guwahati to Host India’s Largest Science Festival
7. Which institution will host the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024? answer: IIT Guwahati
8. During which dates will the IISF 2024 be held? answer: November 30 to December 3, 2024
International News
India and Bosnia & Herzegovina Strengthen Ties
9. Where were the 4th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Bosnia & Herzegovina held? answer: Sarajevo
10. Who led the Indian delegation in the 4th Foreign Office Consultations with Bosnia & Herzegovina? answer: Arun Kumar Sahu
State News
Government’s Strategy to Address Cybercrime Surge
11. Which state registered the highest number of cybercrime cases between 2020 and 2022? answer: Telangana
12. How many cybercrime cases did Karnataka record between 2020 and 2022? answer: 31,433 cases
Cyclone Alert for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
13. Which cyclone is expected to make landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram? answer: Cyclone Fengal
14. Which districts have been issued an orange alert by the IMD for Cyclone Fengal? answer: Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, and Cuddalore
Odisha Approves Major Investment Projects
15. How much is the total worth of the investment projects approved by the Odisha government? answer: Rs 1.36 lakh crore
16. How many jobs are expected to be generated by the new investment projects in Odisha? answer: Over 74,350 jobs
Defence News
India Successfully Tests K-4 Missile
17. From which submarine was the K-4 missile tested? answer: INS Arighaat
18. What is the range of the K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile? answer: 3,500 km
Indian Army Launches Digital Training Platform ‘Eklavya’
19. What is the name of the Indian Army’s new digital training platform? answer: Eklavya
20. Which institute collaborated with the Indian Army to develop the Eklavya platform? answer: Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N)
Summits and Conferences News
12th International Tourism Mart Highlights Northeast India
21. Where is the 12th International Tourism Mart (ITM) being held? answer: Kaziranga, Assam
22. Which ministry organizes the International Tourism Mart? answer: Ministry of Tourism
13th National Seed Congress Opens in Varanasi
23. Who inaugurated the 13th National Seed Congress (NSC) 2024? answer: Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan*
24. Where is the 13th National Seed Congress being hosted? answer: International Rice Research Institute South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC), Varanasi*
PM Modi to Inaugurate Rising Rajasthan Global Summit
25. Where will the Rising Rajasthan Global Summit be held? answer: Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center (JECC) in Sitapura*
26. On which date will Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate the Rising Rajasthan Global Summit? answer: December 9, 2024*
Business News
Piyush Goyal Launches Ease of Doing Business Portal
27. Who inaugurated the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) and Regulatory Affairs Portal? answer: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal*
28. At which conference was the EoDB and Regulatory Affairs Portal launched? answer: 2nd DPIIT–CII National Conference on Ease of Doing Business*
Awards News
55th International Film Festival of India Concludes
29. On which date did the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) conclude? answer: November 28, 2024*
30. Where was the closing ceremony of the 55th IFFI held? answer: Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium, Goa*
Obituaries News
Amiya Kumar Bagchi, Renowned Economic Historian, Passes Away
31. When did Professor Amiya Kumar Bagchi pass away? answer: November 28, 2024*
32. Which field was Professor Amiya Kumar Bagchi known for his contributions to? answer: Economic history and macroeconomics*
29th November Current Affairs 2024
National News
Sanraksha App Launched to Boost Rail Passenger Safety
The Indian Railways has introduced the ‘Sanraksha’ mobile application to enhance the safety and security of passengers. Utilizing advanced technologies such as data analytics and AI, the app is designed to train railway staff and ensure passenger safety. Initially piloted in the Nagpur division, ‘Sanraksha’ is now being implemented across various railway zones to create a more secure travel environment.
Centre Receives Proposals for New City Development
The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has received 28 proposals from 23 states as part of its initiative to develop new cities. This move supports the government’s commitment, made in February 2021, to establish eight new cities. The proposals are being reviewed with a focus on maintaining high standards and meeting the criteria set by the 15th Finance Commission.
Tourism Projects Approved to Promote Lesser-Known Destinations
To encourage sustainable tourism and manage visitor numbers, the Ministry of Tourism has approved 40 projects worth over Rs 3,295 crore. These projects aim to transform lesser-known destinations into iconic tourist spots, stimulate local economies, and improve tourism infrastructure. Spanning 23 states, the initiative addresses the issue of overcrowding at popular tourist sites by promoting underdeveloped regions.
IIT Guwahati to Host India’s Largest Science Festival
The India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024 will be held at IIT Guwahati, Assam, from November 30 to December 3, 2024. Organized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and coordinated by the National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST), IISF aims to foster engagement between science and society and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
International News
India and Bosnia & Herzegovina Strengthen Ties
India and Bosnia & Herzegovina conducted their 4th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Sarajevo, focusing on strengthening political ties, trade and investment, scientific collaboration, cultural relations, and enhancing connections through student and youth exchanges.
State News
Government’s Strategy to Address Cybercrime Surge
The Ministry of Home Affairs has identified Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra as the states with the highest number of cybercrime cases over the last three years. The Central Government has implemented a 13-pronged strategy to tackle cybercrime, which includes strengthening detection, investigation, and prosecution efforts.
Cyclone Alert for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Cyclone Fengal, originating from a deep depression in the Southwest Bay of Bengal, is expected to make landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram on November 30. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and ISRO are monitoring the system closely, with IMD issuing alerts for several districts due to expected heavy rainfall and strong winds.
Odisha Approves Major Investment Projects
The Odisha government has approved 20 significant investment projects worth Rs 1.36 lakh crore. These projects span nine sectors and are expected to create over 74,350 jobs, contributing to the state’s industrial and infrastructural development. The High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, endorsed the proposals, which will be implemented across 10 districts.
Defence News
India Successfully Tests K-4 Missile
India successfully tested the K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile, which has a range of 3,500 km, from the nuclear-powered submarine INS Arighaat. This achievement enhances India’s nuclear deterrence capabilities, allowing it to launch nuclear missiles from land, air, and sea.
Indian Army Launches Digital Training Platform ‘Eklavya’
The Indian Army has launched “Eklavya,” a digital platform aimed at revolutionizing officer training. The platform, unveiled by General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, aligns with the Army’s 2024 theme, “Year of Technology Absorption,” and aims to modernize training methods. It was developed in collaboration with the Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N).
Summits and Conferences News
12th International Tourism Mart Highlights Northeast India
The 12th Edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM) began on November 27, 2024, in Kaziranga, Assam, to showcase the tourism potential of Northeast India. The event, organized by the Ministry of Tourism, aims to attract both domestic and international tourists to the culturally and naturally rich region.
13th National Seed Congress Opens in Varanasi
The 13th National Seed Congress (NSC) 2024 was inaugurated by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan via virtual address on November 28, 2024. The three-day event at the International Rice Research Institute South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) in Varanasi brings together over 700 delegates to discuss innovations and strategies in the seed sector.
PM Modi to Inaugurate Rising Rajasthan Global Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Rising Rajasthan Global Summit at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center (JECC) in Sitapura on December 9, 2024. The three-day summit aims to boost industrial growth and attract investments in Rajasthan.
Business News
Piyush Goyal Launches Ease of Doing Business Portal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal launched the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) and Regulatory Affairs Portal at the 2nd DPIIT–CII National Conference on Ease of Doing Business in New Delhi. The portal provides real-time updates on government and CII initiatives, aiming to improve business efficiency and transparency.
Awards News
55th International Film Festival of India Concludes
The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded on November 28, 2024, in Goa. The festival, which celebrated global and Indian cinema, recognized outstanding contributions in the film industry and promoted creative dialogue among filmmakers.
Obituaries News
Amiya Kumar Bagchi, Renowned Economic Historian, Passes Away
Prominent economic historian and macroeconomist Professor Amiya Kumar Bagchi passed away on November 28, 2024. Known for his significant contributions to the study of economic history and his commitment to Left politics, Bagchi’s work continues to influence economists and historians alike.
