Current Affairs - 08 - November , 2024
One Rank One Pension (OROP): Celebrating 10 years of the OROP scheme, which ensures military personnel of the same rank receive uniform pension benefits regardless of retirement date. National Cancer Awareness Day: Observed on November 7 in India to promote awareness and early detection of cancer. India-Zambia Relations: India has pledged 2,500 metric tons of maize as relief for the drought-affected population of Zambia. RNA Editing: New advancements in RNA editing by companies like Wave Life Sciences pave the way for precise corrections in RNA to treat genetic disorders. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY): Andaman and Nicobar Islands have been designated as a Tuna Cluster under PMMSY to promote sustainable fisheries. Millimeter Wave Transceiver Development: C-DOT and IIT Roorkee collaborate to develop a millimeter-wave transceiver for rural 5G connectivity under the TTDF scheme.
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Key Highlights:
- Military Pension Policy: OROP’s 10-year mark reinforces equal pension for all ranks across retirement years.
- Health Awareness: National Cancer Awareness Day aims to educate the public on cancer prevention and detection.
- International Aid: India’s maize aid to Zambia demonstrates its commitment to aiding partner countries in crisis.
- Biotechnology Innovation: RNA editing opens doors to innovative treatments for genetic disorders.
- Fisheries Development: PMMSY’s Tuna Cluster in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands focuses on boosting tuna fisheries.
- Rural Tech Development: Collaboration on millimeter-wave transceivers aims to bridge the 5G gap in India’s rural areas.
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