MPSC (Maharashtra) Current Affairs — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Wed, 27 Nov 2024
India proposes a dedicated multilateral fund under the plastic pollution treaty at INC-5
On 27 November 2024 at INC-5 in Busan, Republic of Korea, India proposed a dedicated multilateral fund under the new plastic pollution treaty to give grant-based finance to developing countries.
Nine coal mines auctioned in 10th round of commercial coal mine auctions
On 27 November 2024, the Ministry of Coal said nine coal mines were successfully auctioned in the 10th round of commercial coal mine auctions, at an average revenue share of 17.44%.
Tue, 26 Nov 2024
BAHS 2024 released on National Milk Day: milk output 239.30 million tonnes in 2023-24
On 26 November 2024 (National Milk Day) in New Delhi, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh released Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2024, putting 2023-24 milk production at 239.30 million tonnes.
HLC under Amit Shah approves ₹1,115.67 crore, including ₹1,000-crore landslide mitigation project in 15 States
On 26 November 2024, the Home Ministry said a High-Level Committee chaired by Amit Shah approved ₹1,115.67 crore for disaster mitigation and capacity-building projects, including a ₹1,000-crore National Landslide Risk Mitigation project in 15 States.
Digital Life Certificates cross 1 crore in DLC Campaign 3.0
On 26 November 2024 in New Delhi, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said Digital Life Certificates generated under the nationwide DLC Campaign 3.0 had crossed the one crore mark.
Eight startups selected for support under National Quantum Mission and NM-ICPS
On 26 November 2024 in New Delhi, Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced the selection of eight startups for support under the National Quantum Mission and the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems.
India signs the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty
On 26 November 2024, the Commerce Ministry said India had signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty, adopted by WIPO member states after nearly two decades of talks.
CEA recognises Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine technology under the Hydro category
On 26 November 2024, the Power Ministry said the Central Electricity Authority had recognised indigenously developed Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine (SHKT) technology under the Hydro category.
Coal Ministry seeks public comments on draft Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024
On 26 November 2024, the Ministry of Coal invited public comments on the draft Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, by 27 December 2024.
DPIIT signs two-year MoU with WinZO to support 2,000+ interactive entertainment startups
On 26 November 2024, DPIIT signed a two-year MoU with social gaming platform WinZO to support over 2,000 interactive entertainment startups, innovators and students.
Mon, 25 Nov 2024
Cabinet approves One Nation One Subscription: ~₹6,000 crore for nationwide access to research journals
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved One Nation One Subscription, a new Central Sector Scheme of about ₹6,000 crore for 2025–2027 giving government institutions access to international research journals.
Cabinet approves National Mission on Natural Farming with ₹2,481-crore outlay
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved the National Mission on Natural Farming as a standalone Centrally Sponsored Scheme with an outlay of ₹2,481 crore till 2025-26.
Cabinet approves ₹1,435-crore PAN 2.0 Project of the Income Tax Department
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved the Income Tax Department's PAN 2.0 Project at a cost of ₹1,435 crore.
Indian Chemical Council wins the 2024 OPCW-The Hague Award
On 25 November 2024 in The Hague, the Indian Chemical Council received the 2024 OPCW-The Hague Award during the 29th Conference of the States Parties of the OPCW — the first time the award recognised a chemical industry body.
Nayi Chetna 3.0 campaign against gender-based violence launched; 227 Gender Resource Centres opened
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched Nayi Chetna 3.0 – 'Pahal Badlaav Ki', a month-long national campaign against gender-based violence.
CCEA approves three railway multitracking projects worth ₹7,927 crore in Maharashtra, MP and UP
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved three railway multitracking projects costing about ₹7,927 crore across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
Cabinet approves continuation of Atal Innovation Mission (AIM 2.0) with ₹2,750 crore till March 2028
On 25 November 2024 in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved continuing the Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog, with an enhanced scope and a budget of ₹2,750 crore till 31 March 2028.
NFRA recommends 40 Standards on Auditing for notification under the LLP Act
On 25 November 2024, the National Financial Reporting Authority at its 19th meeting decided to recommend 40 Standards on Auditing and related quality management standards to the Centre for notification under Section 34A of the LLP (Amendment) Act, 2021.
Sun, 24 Nov 2024
COP29 in Baku adopts $300-billion-a-year climate finance goal by 2035; India objects
On 24 November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the COP29 UN climate conference adopted a new climate finance goal (NCQG) of $300 billion a year by 2035, and India's negotiator Chandni Raina objected, calling it an 'optical illusion'.
Pune to host Army Day Parade for the first time on 15 January 2025; promo unveiled at IFFI
On 24 November 2024, the Indian Army's promotional video for Army Day Parade 2025 was showcased at the 55th IFFI in Goa; the parade will be held in Pune for the first time on 15 January 2025.
Mann Ki Baat 116th episode: NCC Day, girl cadets near 40%, Indore's 12 lakh trees, Chennai's sparrow nests
On 24 November 2024, in the 116th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Narendra Modi marked NCC Day, noted the rise of girl cadets to almost 40%, and praised Indore's tree-planting record and Chennai's sparrow campaign.
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi concludes Nepal visit; conferred Honorary General of the Nepali Army
On 24 November 2024, Chief of the Army Staff Gen Upendra Dwivedi returned to India after a five-day official visit to Nepal, during which he was conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army.
Navika Sagar Parikrama-II: INSV Tarini sails from Fremantle on second leg to Lyttelton
On 24 November 2024, INSV Tarini sailed out of Fremantle, Australia, on the second leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama-II, bound for Lyttelton, New Zealand.
National Consumer Helpline crosses 1,000 convergence partners; AI tools coming under NCH 2.0
On 24 November 2024, the Department of Consumer Affairs said the National Consumer Helpline had partnered with 1,009 companies under its Convergence Programme to speed up grievance redressal.
Sat, 23 Nov 2024
Maharashtra Assembly results 2024: BJP wins 132 of 288 seats, Shiv Sena 57, NCP 41
On 23 November 2024, counting for the 288-seat Maharashtra Assembly showed the BJP as the single largest party with 132 seats, with allies Shiv Sena (57) and NCP (41), while the Opposition's Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress and NCP (SP) won 20, 16 and 10.
National Gopal Ratna Awards 2024 announced; special award for North Eastern States added
On 23 November 2024, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying announced the National Gopal Ratna Awards 2024 winners, to be given on National Milk Day, 26 November, in New Delhi, and added a special award for North Eastern Region States.
India at COP29 Baku: LeadIT Summit co-chaired with Sweden, first five-year report, ISA call for 20x solar
On 23 November 2024, the Environment Ministry reported on India's side events at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, including the LeadIT Summit co-chaired by MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh and Sweden's Romina Pourmokhtari, where LeadIT's first five-year report was launched.
MeitY announces Electronic Toy Hackathon (e-Toycathon) at convocation of 15 young engineers
On 23 November 2024, at a convocation held at MeitY for the first batch of 15 young engineers trained under its Electronic Toys Project, Secretary S. Krishnan announced an Electronic Toy Hackathon (e-Toycathon).
Fri, 22 Nov 2024
PM Modi addresses News9 Global Summit in Stuttgart; 2024 marks 25 years of Indo-German Strategic Partnership
On 22 November 2024, PM Narendra Modi addressed the News9 Global Summit in Stuttgart, Germany, by video conference, noting that 2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the Indo-German Strategic Partnership.
Perth Test, Day 1: India all out for 150, Bumrah's 4-17 leaves Australia 67/7
On 22 November 2024 in Perth, on the opening day of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, India were bowled out for 150 and stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah took 4 for 17 to reduce Australia to 67 for 7 at stumps.