Current Affairs - Places

Algeria recently unveiled the Grand Mosque of Algiers, acclaimed as Africa's largest mosque and the world's third-largest. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune presided over the inauguration ceremony, marking a significant architectural achievement and a symbol of national pride for Algeria.

SECI has unveiled India's largest solar battery project in Chhattisgarh's Rajnandgaon. With a capacity of 152.325 MWh, this project utilizes advanced bifacial modules and spans 451 acres of land. It's funded by the World Bank and Clean Technology Fund, showcasing a sustainable model for renewable energy projects.

Noida hosted the 36th Annual Flower Show at the Ramlila Ground, showcasing 70 varieties of flowers. The event included workshops, food stalls, gardening competitions, and cultural shows, attracting a large audience from schools, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), and the general public.

The INDUS-X Summit, aimed at fostering defence innovation and strategic technology partnerships between India and the USA, is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on February 20-21, 2024.

The 14th Global Immigration Summit took place at the Shangri-la Hotel in New Delhi. Organized by BLS Global and Acquest Advisors, the summit centred on various immigration programs such as EB-5, Portugal Golden Visa, UK Business Immigration, and Europe Golden Visa, bringing together immigration experts from around the world.