Page-96 of GKToday Archives: 2020
Study on Himalayan Brown Bear: Habitats declining
The recent study by the Zoological Survey of India on Himalayan Brown Bear says that its suitable habitat in the biological corridors are declining. The Himalayan Brown Bear is one of the largest carnivore in the highlands of Himalayas. About ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
What is Tarang Suposhit Maharashtracha?
Yashomati Thakur, the Maharashtra’s Women and Child welfare minister inaugurated the platform named ‘ TARANG SUPOSHIT MAHARASHTRACHA. ’ It is built on an interactive voice response system. This initiative is anticipated to create more recognition about the nutritional demands of ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Defence Canteens ban import of finished goods
The Government controlled Canteen Stores Department that operates canteens of defence forces are to ban the imported items. This is applicable to all the Fast Moving Consumer Goods and Liquor, consumer durables and footwear. Highlights Out of 5,500 items sold ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
20th Amendment of Sri Lankan Constitution: Key Facts
The Sri Lankan Parliament recently passed the 20th Amendment of Sri Lankan constitution. Highlights The 20th amendment of the Sri Lankan Constitution has expanded the powers of the President and also have increased the immunity of the President. Under the ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Kati Bihu festival celebrated in Assam: Key Facts
Kati Bihu is celebrated in Assam and is one of the three Bihu festivals. The Kati Bihu is also called as Kangali Bihu, the festival of the poor (the word “Kongal” means “poor”). It is celebrated in mid-October when the ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
ISRO MOM Study: Mars losing its atmosphere at faster rate than the earth
The ISRO Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) has found that Mars is losing its atmosphere to outer space at faster rate as compared to that of the earth. The report comes based on the study conducted by MOM and the MAVEN ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Joginder War Memorial inaugurated in Arunachal Pradesh
On October 23, 2020, an Indian Army war memorial called the Joginder War Memorial was inaugurated at Bum La, Arunachal Pradesh. It was inaugurated by the Joginder Singh’s daughter. Joginder singh He was awarded Param Vir Chakra posthumously. He joined ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
24 October 2020: Today’s News Headlines
Here are top News Headlines of 24th October 2020 India Union Culture Minister Prahlad Singh Patel launches “Life in Miniature” project; miniature paintings at National Museum in New Delhi can be seen on Google Arts & Culture app CBSE introduces ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 24, 2020
1. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNHCHR) asked which country to review the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act? [A] China[B] India[C] United States[D] Brazil Show Answer Correct Answer: B [India] Notes:The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNHCHR) chief ..
Kisan Suryoday Yojana: Key Facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to launch Kisan Suryoday Yojana in Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide day time power supply for irrigation. Highlights Under the scheme, the farmers are to be availed with power supply between 5 AM and ..