Page-8 of GKToday Archives: April, 2021
GNCTD (Amendment) Act comes into force in Delhi
On April 27, 2021, the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Act, 2021 came into effect. The act was passed by the Parliament during the budget session. The act gives more power to Lieutenant Governor (LG). Key Provisions ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021
Cabinet approves Agreement between India and UK on Customs Cooperation
On April 28, 2021, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the agreement signed between Government of India and the Government of UK. The agreement was signed on Customs Cooperation and Mutual Administrative Assistance in Customs matters. ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021
Covid-19 Related International Initiatives
The covid-19 pandemic, also known as the Coronavirus pandemic is an ongoing pandemic spread globally caused by SARS-CoV-2. This virus was first identified in the city of Wuhan, China. On 30th January 2020, the World Health Organisation declared Covid-19 as ..
Introduction To Various Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies fall under the domain of virtual currencies. Unlike the traditional form of money i.e., paper currency Cryptocurrencies are digital in nature. Cryptocurrencies can be used for purchasing goods and various services but it uses a strong cryptography (a method ..
ADB raises India GDP forecast by 11%
The Asian Development Bank recently released its Asian Development Outlook, 2021. According to the report, India is to grow at 11%. The Asian Development Bank recently released its Annual outlook. The outlook says that ADB has provided a financial support ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021
Earthquake in Assam
On April 28, 2021, seven back-to-back earthquakes occurred in Assam and other north eastern states. The first shocks were of 6.4 magnitude. Later, the jolts were at 3.2 to 3.4 magnitude in Richter scale. Roads were cracked and buildings tilted ..