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Senari massacre of 1999- Key Facts

Supreme Court, on July 12, agreed to hear appeal by Bihar government against the acquittal by Patna High Court of 14 accused in Senari massacre of 1999. What...

July 14, 2021

India’s first 5-star Hotel atop Railway Track in Gandhinagar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to virtually inaugurate a newly-built five-star hotel on the top of redeveloped Gandhinagar railway station on July 16, 2021. Background This project...

July 14, 2021

India to send 228 contingent to Tokyo Olympics

India is all set to sending a 228-strong contingent to Tokyo Olympics, including 119 athletes. Highlights Of 119 athletes, 67 are male and 52 female participants. 119 athletes...

July 14, 2021

‘RBI Retail Direct’ scheme- Highlights

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced “RBI Retail Direct facility” scheme on July 12, 2021. What is Retail Direct Scheme? RBI’s Retail Direct Scheme is a one-stop solution...

July 14, 2021

What is ‘Right to repair’ movement?

United State President Joe Biden has signed an executive order for Federal Trade Commission to curb restrictions imposed by manufacturers limiting consumers’ ability to repair their gadgets on...

July 14, 2021

Nepal, India sign deal for Lower Arun Hydropower project

Nepal has inked a USD 1.3 billion deal with Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) of India to develop a 679-megawatt hydropower project in eastern Nepal. Key Points This...

July 14, 2021

State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021 report

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recently published its “State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021 report”. Report provides a grim reminder of impact of COVID-19...

July 14, 2021

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : July 14, 2021

1. Where is the National Forensic Science University located in India? [A] Ahmedabad[B] Mumbai[C] Mysuru[D] Chennai Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Ahmedabad] Notes:National Forensic Science University, erstwhile known...

July 14, 2021

Current Affairs – Today’s Headlines: July 14, 2021

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for July 14, 2021 INDIA – UN’s WFP (World Food Programme) partners with Rajasthan to improve Targeted Public Distribution System...

July 14, 2021

NPCI extends BHIM UPI to Bhutan

Bhutan has become first country to adopt Unified Payment Interface (UPI) standards of India for its quick response (QR) code. Key Points Bhutan after Singapore has become the...

July 14, 2021

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