April 2024 Current Affairs — Read All

Explanation In 1970, Earth Day was held in California, USA for the first time. </br> On April 22, 2009 , the United Nations General Assembly officially declared 'International Mother Earth
Day'. </br> Theme 2024: Planet vs Plastic

Explanation Thrissur Pooram is seven-day festival. </br> Shaktam Thampuran, who was the ruler of Cochin from 1790 to 1805 , started the Thrissur Pooram in 1796. </br> During the festival, 50 decorated elephants, accompanied by traditional music, march through Thekkinkadu Maidanam in Thrissur to the famous Vadakkunnatham Temple where Lord Vadakkunnatha is worshipped.

Explanation Ships, submarines , aircraft and special forces have participated in the exercise. </br> The exercise has bee conducted to deal with maritime security challenges.

Explanation Military spending in 2023 has increased by 6.8% compared to 2022 to $24.4 trillion, according to a report by Sweden's Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)

Explanation Dhoni will advetise products for this company for two years. </br> Citroen becomes first multinational carmaker to export EVs from India. Citroen is the french automobile company.

Explanation The objective is to further strengthen the strong defence ties between the two countries.

Explanation The objective is to further strengthen the strong defence ties between the two countries.

Explanation The men's Singles Skull event has been held in th Asian Olympic qualifiers in Chungju, South Korea.

Explanation The award recognises his outstanding contribution in the field of power conversion and electrification of transport. </br> Kaushik Rajasekhar is originally from a small village in Karnataka.