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Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024

Current Affairs 16-Dec-2024

The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 has been passed in the Lok Sabha.The construction of India's railway network started before independence as a branch of the Public Works Department. With the expansion of this network, the Indian Railways Act, 1890 was implemented for the proper operation of various railway units.

‘Jalvahak’ scheme launched

Current Affairs 16-Dec-2024

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal launched the ‘Jalvahak’ scheme.

Successful test of CE20 cryogenic engine

Current Affairs 16-Dec-2024

Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out a hot test of its CE20 cryogenic engine at sea level.

Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away due to Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Current Affairs 16-Dec-2024

Famous tabla player Zakir Hussain has died at the age of 73.He had a rare lung disease called 'Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis'.