NEWS 07-11-2024. News For 8th-Nov (Friday) 1.In 2023, greenhouse gas levels reached a new high. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reported a rise of over 10% in just two decades. This surge is alarming. It marks the urgent need for action to combat climate change. 2.An Indian Army contingent of 25 personnel is participating in the 9th edition of the joint exercise named *‘Garud Shakti 24’*. This event is taking place in Cijantung, Jakarta, from Nov 1 to Nov 12. 3. India is establishing the *National Large Solar Telescope (NLST)* in Ladakh. This project, aims to enhance our understanding of solar activity. 4. India has been ranked 79 out of 142 countries in the 2024 Rule of Law Index published by the World Justice Project. 5. Rajesh Kumar Singh has recently taken on the role of Defence Secretary in the South Block, New Delhi. 6. Republican Party's Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris from the Democratic Party, to become the 47th United States President. This will be Trump's second term having served earlier from 2017 to 2021. < < Back