Chronicle: Nurturing talents since 1990

Chronicle India is an initiative by Chronicle Magazine for UPSC & State PSCs, Bank, SSC, Railway, Police & other upcoming Govt. exams.
We provide latest, updated & relevant Daily Current Affairs and Current Questions (MCQs) on National & International Events, Science & Technology, Environment & Economy Current affairs.
We also provide Free Online Videos Classes, Current Questions, Study Materials and Current Affairs, covering subjects such as History of India, Heritage, Art & Culture, Geography of India and the World, Indian Polity and Constitution, Environment and Ecology, Indian Economy, General Science and Science & Technology.
We publish Current Affairs magazines like Civil Services Chronicle (Hindi), Civil Services Chronicle (English) & Samsamayiki Chronicle wherein we provide Preparation Strategy, Guidance, Tips, Previous Years Questions (PYQs), Test Series, Mock Test Papers, etc. along with Chronicle’s Special Sections for Prelims, Mains, Essay & Interview.
We also publish Books on UPSC & State PSCs (IAS/ PCS), Bank, SSC, Railway, Police, CTET, TET, UGC-NET/JRF and other similar State and Central Government exams according to prescribed syllabus and examinations’ question pattern.

Daily Current Affairs

Bharat NCX 2024

On 18th Nov 2024, the Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024) was inaugurated to enhance India's cybersecurity resilience, focusing on advanced cyber defence and strategic decision-making.

Dhudmaras in Bastar Selected for UNWTO Tourism Upgrade

In November 2024, Chhattisgarh’s Dhudmaras village has been selected for the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme.

GRAP Stage IV Implementation: SC Questions Delhi Government

On 18th Nov 2024, the Supreme Court raised concerns over the delay in implementing Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), despite the severe pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, questioning the lack of pre-emptive measures to address rising smog.

India’s GSAT-N2 Communication Satellite Launched

On 19th Nov 2024, India's GSAT-N2 (GSAT-20) communication satellite was successfully launched by SpaceX’s Falcon-9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, marking a significant milestone in India’s space exploration efforts. It was placed in a geosynchronous transfer orbit.

Guidelines for Diamond Labelling and Certification

On 19th Nov 2024, Government announced that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) is preparing to release comprehensive guidelines aimed at improving transparency in the diamond sector by mandating labelling and certification, specifying diamond origins, and prohibiting misleading terms for lab-grown products.

India-China Engagement at G20 Summit

On 18th Nov 2024, Indian External Affairs Minister (EAM) met with Chinese Foreign Minister to discuss key future initiatives on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.

India Ranks Second Globally in Measles Outbreaks

As per a recent report by WHO and CDC, published in November 2024, India recorded 65,150 measles cases in 2023, the second highest globally after the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Centre Launches PAIR Initiative to Boost Research in Universities

On 16th November 2024, the Government of India launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) initiative to enhance research capabilities in central and state public universities.

Dicliptera srisailamica Discovered in Eastern Ghats

In November 2024, a team of scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) has identified Dicliptera srisailamica, a flowering plant species, in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, located in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

India & Japan Sign Defence Cooperation MoI

On 15th November 2024, India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI) to co-develop the UNICORN (Unified Complex Radio Antenna) mast, enhancing the stealth capabilities of Indian Naval warships under their Defence Technology Cooperation framework.

India & Nigeria Deepen Collaboration

On 17th November 2024, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Nigeria (the first by an Indian leader in 17 years), India and Nigeria agreed to enhance cooperation in maritime security, intelligence and counter-terrorism.

Flight-Test of India's First Long-Range Hypersonic Missile

On 16th November 2024, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight trial of India’s first long-range hypersonic missile, from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the coast of Odisha.

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

On 14th November 2024, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) introduced the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) program, aimed at elevating research and innovation standards within Indian universities.

Indian Navy to Hold ‘Sea Vigil-24’ Coastal Defence Exercise

The Indian Navy will conduct the fourth edition of the pan-India coastal defence exercise ‘Sea Vigil-24’ on 20 and 21st November 2024, expanding both in scope and participation to strengthen India’s coastal security.

Ministry of Textiles Approves 12 Projects

On 12th November 2024, the Ministry of Textiles sanctioned 12 innovative research projects worth Rs 13.3 crore under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) to advance India's technical textiles sector.

Rare Bloom of the Titan Arum Draws Crowds in Geelong

In November 2024, crowds gathered in Geelong (Australia) to witness the bloom of the Titan Arum, a rare flower known for its gigantic size, corpse-like scent, and fascinating pollination strategy.

India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Epichlorohydrin Imports

In November 2024, India announced an anti-dumping duty of up to $557 per tonne on Epichlorohydrin—a chemical widely used in adhesives—from China, Korea, and Thailand to protect domestic producers from undervalued imports.

Supreme Court Highlights Delay in Anti-Trafficking Measures

On 12th November 2024, the Supreme Court of India expressed frustration with the Union government’s delay in establishing a dedicated Organised Crime Investigative Agency (OCIA) to combat sex trafficking, a commitment made nearly a decade ago.

OECD 2024 Report

In November 2024, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) released the Agricultural Policy Monitoring and Evaluation 2024 report, highlighting global agricultural policy trends, with India having the highest negative support among 54 countries analyzed.

AFSPA Reimposed in Manipur

On 14th November 2024, Union Ministry of Home Affairs reinstated the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in six police station limits across five districts in Manipur.