Current Affairs Today - Latest Current Affairs Questions 2024

We get complete information about the new culture that came to light after the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization from the Vedas. Therefore, we know this period as 'Vedic period' or Vedic civilization. Since the originators of this culture were the Aryan people, it is sometimes also given the name of Aryan civilization.

World Autism Awareness Day, observed every year on 2 April, advocates improving the lives of individuals with autism and promoting their human rights. Established by a United Nations resolution in 2007, the day raises public awareness and encourages inclusive actions.

Paradip Port Authority in Odisha overtakes Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla as India's top cargo-handling major port in 2023-24. Handling 145.38 MMT cargo, it registered a growth of 7.4% over the previous year. It is capable of handling 289 MMT.

Researchers have found evidence of ozone on Jupiter's moon Callisto, providing insight into chemical processes on icy celestial bodies. The study focuses on the chemical growth of “SO2 astrochemical ice” made from sulfur dioxide under ultraviolet radiation.

Judith Suminwa Tuluka became the first female Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, succeeding Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. This historic appointment by President Felix Tshisekedi fulfilled a campaign promise.

India has handed over two Dornier-228 aircraft to Guyana as part of the Line of Credit, marking a new phase in their partnership. The Indian Air Force sent a team to Guyana for the delivery. The Indian High Commission in Guyana expressed enthusiasm, saying that this is the beginning of an important chapter in their bilateral relations. This initiative underlines India's commitment to strengthen relations with Guyana through strategic cooperation.

Tokyo Olympics medalist Mirabai Chanu has secured her place at the Paris Olympics and created history as the only Indian weightlifter to qualify. At the IWF World Cup in Phuket, Thailand, the 29-year-old Olympic silver medalist finished third in the women's 49kg Group B and earned 11th place overall.

Indian scientists have made significant progress in decoding the genetic structure of the Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) virus responsible for the death of nearly 100,000 cattle since May 2022. Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a viral infection affecting cattle, caused by LSDV.

South Korea's KSTAR fusion reactor, also known as the Korean Artificial Sun, operating at the Korea Institute of Fusion Energy, made a breakthrough in maintaining plasma at 100 million degrees Celsius for 48 seconds, setting a new world record. This has surpassed its previous record and symbolizes progress towards clean, unlimited energy through nuclear fusion.

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) pollution control vessel Samudra Pehredar, accompanied by a helicopter, is docked in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam on April 02, 2024 while continuing its ASEAN deployment. The crew will focus on marine pollution response, search and rescue, and law enforcement through professional interaction with the Vietnam Coast Guard, training and sporting events.