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<h2 id="content-id-1734012943542-0"><strong>10th World Soil Day </strong></h2>

<p>The 10th World Soil Day was observed recently on December 5, 2024 as a reminder to the critical role soil plays in sustaining life on Earth. The annual seminar was hosted by the Fertiliser Association of India(FAI) under the theme “Caring for Soils-Measure, Monitor and Manage”. Only 5% soils in India have sufficient nitrogen, 32% in potash, 40% sufficient in Phosphate and 20% in Organic Carbon. </p>

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[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-1"><strong>India Internet Governance Forum</strong></h2>

<p>The India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) was recently held at Bharat Mandapam Convention Center, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The theme of the event was “Innovating Internet Governance for India”. IIGF is a global multi stakeholder platform established in 2021 with the aim to foster dialogue on public policy issues related to the Internet. It is the Indian version of United Nations Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF).</p>

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[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-2"><strong>Far UltraViolet (FUV) emissions spotted for the first time</strong></h2>

<p>For the first time in history, Astronomers from Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have spotted Far UltraViolet (FUV) emissions from the Novae. The emissions were spotted in the neighbouring Andromeda Galaxy. Ultraviolet emission was discovered from 42 Novae and it could help scientists study these interacting binary systems. The Andromeda Galaxy also known as Messier 31 or M31 galaxy is only 5 million light years away from Earth and is the nearest major galaxy to the Milky Way.</p>

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<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-3"><strong>Two genetically distinct groups of Indian Star Tortoise discovered</strong></h2>

<p>Two genetically distinct groups of Indian Star Tortoise namely Northwestern and Southern have recently been discovered by researchers. The scientific name of Indian Star Tortoise is Geochelone Elegans and it is mainly found in semi arid lowlands forests, thorn scrub forests, semi-desert and arid grassland. The species is endemic to the subcontinent and its IUCN Conservation status is Vulnerable. </p>

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<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-4"><strong>RBI asks Indian Banks to collaborate with MuleHunter.AI</strong></h2>

<p>The Central Bank of India, RBI recently asked all Indian banks to collaborate with the MuleHunter.AI initiative to find mule accounts. It is an Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning based model developed by Reserve Bank Innovation Hub. The initiative will weed out mule accounts which are used to commit financial fraud. A Mule Account can be defined as a bank account used by criminals to launder illicit funds setup by unsuspecting individuals.</p>

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[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-5"><strong>New species of Damselfish discovered</strong></h2>

<p>A new species of Damselfish living off the shores of Maldives was recently discovered by a team of Ichthyologists belonging to California Academy of Sciences. It is a marine fish found in the Atlantic, India and Pacific Oceans in warm and tropical regions. Around 250 species of Damselfish are found in the family Pomacentridae. They are usually strongly territorial and aggressive and feed mainly on plant matter or small animals. </p>

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<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-6"><strong>Markhor spotted at North Kashmir's Baramulla district</strong></h2>

<p>In a rare event, the Markhor was spotted in the Noorkha Village of Boniyar, Baramulla district, North Kashmir. Markhor is a wild goat with spiral shaped horns and belongs to the family Bovidae. The species is known for its Thick fur, Flowing beard and Corkscrew Horns. Its IUCN Conservation status is Near Threatened and is mostly found in semi-arid mountain tracts of Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan.</p>

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<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-7"><strong>Khorlochhu Hydropower Project</strong></h2>

<p>The commencement of the construction of 6900 crore Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan was recently begun by Tata Power. The project is the first ever energy project to be developed through a Joint venture between India and Bhutan. It is a 600 MW project and is expected to be commissioned by September 2029. The project will be developed by Khorlochhu Hydropower Limited (KHPL) which is a strategic partnership between Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation and India's Tata Power.</p>

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[Image Source: India Today]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-8"><strong>Austro-Asiatic connection of Nicobarese</strong></h2>

<p>A New genetic research led by Hyderabad based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) revealed a significant ancestral connection of Nicobarese with Austro-Asiatic populations. Nicobarese is a term used to refer indigenous unity that inhabits Nicobar Islands. The story suggests that the Nicobar Islanders settled approximately 5000 years ago. The Nicobarese practice a mix of hunting and gathering, fishing and raising pigs. </p>

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[Image Source: NDTV]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1734012943547-9"><strong>Bangladesh wins U19 Men's Asia Cup Final</strong></h2>

<p>Bangladesh recently defeated India to win the U19 Men's Asia Cup Final held at Dubai. India was defeated by a margin of 59 runs in the final. Bangladesh were the defending champions of the Tournament. Iqbal Hossain Emon was named as the player of the Match and Player of the Tournament.</p>

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[Image Source: India Today]</p>

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