Current Affairs 21 December 2024
Explore the key highlights of 21 December 2024, including India's first solar border village, National Tansen Samman 2023, Spirit Nights by Easterine Kire, Ganges River Dolphin conservation, UNESCO heritage recognition for Abathsahayeshwarar Temple, and more.
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Key Highlight:
- Masali Village - India’s First Solar Border Village: Masali village in Gujarat becomes India’s first solar border village, located 40 km from the Pakistan border.
- National Tansen Samman 2023: Renowned tabla maestro Pt. Swapan Choudhary receives the prestigious National Tansen Samman for his contributions to Indian classical music.
- Sahitya Akademi Award 2024: Easterine Kire, a notable author from Nagaland, wins the Sahitya Akademi Award for her novel Spirit Nights, inspired by Chang Naga tribal folklore.
- India-ADB Coastal Protection Initiative: India signs a $42 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank to enhance coastal and riverbank resilience in Maharashtra.
- Ganges River Dolphin Conservation: Conservationists successfully tag the Ganges River Dolphin, shedding light on its unique ecology and endangered status.
- UNESCO Award for Abathsahayeshwarar Temple: The 1,300-year-old temple in Tamil Nadu receives UNESCO’s Award of Distinction for heritage conservation.
- Supreme Court Expands NIA’s Jurisdiction: NIA’s jurisdiction now includes non-scheduled offences related to scheduled crimes, boosting counter-terrorism efforts.
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