26th DECEMBER 2024 ENGLISH TNPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS PDF TNPSC SHOUTERS
Human head Toy discovered in Vijayakarishalkulam excavation
- Third phase of excavation work underway at Vempakottai-Vijayakarishalkulam, Virudunagar district. So far, 16 pits have been dug in the excavation. More than 2000 artifacts have been found from these. A human head with a red-painted hairstyle made of baked clay has been found.
- In addition, coral beads, round-oblong beads made of flour stones, and rare amethyst stones have been found. In addition, multi-shaped clay playing pieces, from the head of a bull in a turban to the forelegs, have been found. These reveal the interest in the art of jewelry design and sports of the ancient Tamils.
- The Bald Eagle was first discovered in North America. This eagle, which has a white head, is considered a symbol of power and strength in the United States.
- Bald eagles have been associated with American history for more than 240 years. Following this, there has been a long-standing demand to declare the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States.
- In this situation, the bald eagle has been declared the national bird of the United States. The bill for this has been approved by US President Joe Biden. It is noteworthy that the bald eagle has been recognized as the national bird of the United States.
- The bilateral naval exercise between India and Sri Lanka was held in Visakhapatnam from December 17 to 20. The exercise was conducted in two phases under the leadership of the Eastern Navy. In this, INS Sumitra, a frigate from the Eastern Navy, and the Sri Lankan Navy's Charg and Sayura frigates participated on behalf of India.
- The opening ceremony of the joint naval exercise was held on 17 December 2024, following which naval officers from both countries engaged in discussions on professional and social exchanges.
- The joint exercises of the two navies included various exercises such as communication procedures, maritime exercises, and helicopter use. This joint naval exercise, which has been underway since 2005, has helped strengthen the maritime security of both countries, develop maritime norms, and improve relations between the two countries.
