Page-15 of GKToday Archives: August, 2020

1st India-Uzbekistan National Coordination Committee meeting held

The first meeting of the National Coordination Committees for monitoring implementation of mutually agreed projects between India and the Central Asian nation Uzbekistan has concluded. What are the discussions made in the meeting? Both nations reexamined the activities of bilateral ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 25, 2020

1. When is International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism observed? [A] August 21[B] August 22[C] August 23[D] August 24 Show Answer Correct Answer: A [August 21] Notes:The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 August as ..

Current Affairs – August 25, 2020 [Morning Headlines]

Here are the Current Affairs Morning Headlines of August 25, 2020 by GKToday: GST exempted for businesses with annual turnover up to Rs.40 lakh Union Finance Ministry announced that the businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs.40 lakh ..

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World Tribal Day

World Tribal Day also known as International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, is observed on August 9th each year. On the same day in 1982, first meeting of UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations was held at Geneva. The ..

Indian Science Congress (ISC)

The Indian Science Congress (ISC) is an annual event organized by the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA). It serves as a platform for scientists, researchers, academicians, policymakers, and students from various disciplines to come together and discuss the latest advancements ..

Pettimudi Hills Tragedy

Pettimudi Hills, located in the Idukki district of Kerala, India, gained international attention in August 2020 due to a catastrophic landslide that resulted in a significant loss of life and property. The disaster highlighted the vulnerability of hilly regions to ..