Ngangom Bala Devi has created history by becoming the first Indian woman to score 50 international goals. She plays as a forward for the Manipur Police and the Indian national team. She achieved her 50th goal in a match against Pakistan in the 2024 SAFF Women’s Championship.
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Social Media Banned For Under-16s
In a historic move on November 28, the Australian Government passed the world’s strictest law that stops children under the age of 16 in Australia from using social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. The law will take at least 12 months before it comes into effect. The law will fine social media companies a whopping amount of 50 million Australian Dollars if they do not follow the rules. With this Australia became the first country in the world to bring in a social media ban for under-16s. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it’s needed to protect young people from the “harms” of social media.
Do you think India should implement a similar ban? _______________
World’s Highest Grossing Animated Film
As of October 2024, Inside Out 2 has officially become the highest grossing animated film of all time globally, with a worldwide box office collection of $1.687 billion. In case you have not seen the movie, you can now watch it on Disney+Hotstar.
Last Coal Power Plant Shuts Down!
On September 30, the UK said goodbye to coal-powered electricity when the last coal-fired power plant in the country closed down. The shutdown of Ratcliffe-on Soar Power Station ends 142 years of coal-powered electricity in Britain. Coal is the dirtiest of fossil fuels. For a long time, the UK depended on coal for energy. Around 40 years ago, coal provided 80% of the UK’s electricity. However, in 2023, it provided less than 2%. Wind and solar power have become much cheaper, and are now the main sources of electricity in the UK. Other sources of electricity, like gas and nuclear power, have also helped replace coal.
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Did You Know?
England was the first country to begin burning coal in power plants. In 1882, the world’s first coal-burning power plant was built in London. Soon, coal was being used to power factories around the world. Before long, coal became the most popular fuel for creating electricity.
New Chief Justice of India: Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Justice Sanjiv Khanna was appointed as the 51st Chief Justice of India. He took the oath of office on November 11, 2024 and will retire on May 13, 2025.
He succeeded Justice D Y Chandrachud, who retired on November 10, 2024.