Page-23 of GKToday Archives: October, 2023

Gaza Strip Under Siege

The Gaza Strip has been the epicenter of an intense Israeli bombardment over the past five days, following a deadly attack by Hamas. Human rights groups are condemning this as collective punishment of the enclave’s 2.3 million residents. Gaza’s situation ..

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GI Tag for Goan Cashew

In a significant development, Goan cashew, known for its long and cherished heritage, has been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition, granted by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai, establishes Goan cashew as a unique product originating from ..

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California Launches Ebony Alert

California has taken a significant step toward addressing the racial disparity in missing persons cases by introducing the Ebony Alert system. Scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2024, this initiative aims to keep the public informed about missing Black ..

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Assam Launches Orunodoi 2.0

Assam has introduced an upgraded version of its poverty alleviation scheme called Orunodoi 2.0. The new scheme was launched with the distribution of Orunodoi Cards to additional beneficiaries, marking a significant step in empowering disadvantaged sections of society. Distribution of ..

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Uttarakhand Government Reverses Decision on Home Mini-Bars

In a recent turn of events, the Uttarakhand government has decided to cancel a newly introduced provision that would have allowed homeowners to obtain licenses for maintaining mini-bars in their residences. This move came in response to strong opposition and ..

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India Launches Operation Ajay

Amid a full-blown war with the Hamas group in Gaza, India has launched “Operation Ajay” to facilitate the return of its citizens from Israel, where approximately 18,000 Indians reside. The initiative aims to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian ..

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USS Gerald R Ford Carrier Strike Group to Assist Israel

In the wake of a surprise attack on Israel by Hamas, the United States demonstrated its unwavering support for Israel by deploying the USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier strike group to the Eastern Mediterranean. This deployment aimed to deter ..

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Mera Yuva Bharat

The establishment of an autonomous body known as ‘Mera Yuva Bharat’ (MY Bharat) by the Union cabinet on October 11 is aimed at harnessing technology’s potential to drive youth development and youth-led progress in India. The core objective of MY ..

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New Royalty Rates for Strategic Minerals

The Indian government approves an amendment to determine royalty rates for vital minerals: lithium, niobium, and rare earth elements (REEs). This decision follows the removal of six minerals, including lithium and niobium, from the list of ‘specified’ atomic minerals, potentially ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: October 12, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for October 12, 2023 INDIA India launches ‘Operation Ajay’ to evacuate Indian national from Israel-Hamas conflict zone. Cabinet approves MoU between India and France on cooperation in the field of Digital Technologies. ..