Current Affairs 25 December 2024

Discover the latest updates: Ken-Betwa river linking project, MACE Observatory inauguration, Parker Solar Probe insights, reshuffling of governors, and expansion at Kamarajar Port. Read more on these impactful events.

Current Affairs 25 December 2024
An infographic showcasing key highlights: the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project foundation laying, MACE Observatory inauguration in Ladakh, Parker Solar Probe's groundbreaking solar research, recent governor reshuffles in India, and Kamarajar Port's doubled cargo capacity boosting maritime trade.

Key Highlight:

  1. Ken-Betwa River Linking Project:
    The foundation stone of India's first interlinking river project will be laid on December 25, promising irrigation and drinking water benefits for Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

  2. MACE Observatory in Ladakh:
    Asia's largest imaging Cherenkov telescope, inaugurated at Hanle, Ladakh, sits at 4,300 meters, making it the world's highest of its kind.

  3. Parker Solar Probe:
    Launched in 2018, it remains the fastest spacecraft, studying the sun closely while withstanding temperatures up to 2,500°F.

  4. Governor Reshuffle:
    Ajay Kumar Bhalla takes charge as Manipur's Governor, General V K Singh heads Mizoram, and Arif Mohammed Khan is appointed Governor of Bihar.

  5. Kamarajar Port Expansion:
    Cargo handling capacity at Kamarajar Port has doubled, emphasizing India's maritime trade potential with its 7,517 km coastline.

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