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Green Hydrogen Standards
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India has achieved a notable milestone by establishing the benchmark for producing green hydrogen within the nation. Green hydrogen, considered environmentally friendly due to its minimal carbon footprint, is now defined as ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Gene-edited Mustard
The utilization of oilseeds extends beyond oil extraction, with their protein-rich meal serving as a vital ingredient in livestock, poultry, and aqua feed. Rapeseed-mustard, a significant oilseed in India, contributes 42.6% to vegetable oil production and 30.3% to meal production. ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Kerala’s Rs 2,400-crore Waste Management Project
Kerala’s Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Rs 2,400-crore Kerala Solid Waste Management Project (KSWMP) as part of the ‘Malinya Muktham Navakeralam’ campaign, aiming for a garbage-free state. Industries Minister P Rajeeve unveiled innovative designs for material collection and resource ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
NBRI Namoh 108
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled the unique “Namoh 108” lotus flower variety, developed by CSIR-NBRI, with 108 petals. This novel flower blends religious significance with scientific achievement, symbolizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure. The lotus, flowering from March to ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Bio-Trace Minerals Project
The Technology Development Board (TDB) and Chemlife Innovations Pvt. Ltd. have formed a strategic alliance to propel the project “Commercialization and Manufacturing of Bio-Trace Minerals used in Feed for Animals.” Aligned with India’s National Livestock Mission, the collaboration aims to ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Youth Perception of Key Challenges and Career Aspirations in India
A report by Lokniti-CSDS reveals that a substantial number of Indian youth between 15 and 34 years old view unemployment as the most significant issue in the country (36%). The study, conducted across 18 states with 9,316 respondents, highlights how ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Canalisation of Rivers
The state of Punjab has recently faced significant flooding due to intense rainfall and dam releases. The region’s rivers, including Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi, along with rivulets and seasonal streams, contribute to its water network. Experts advocate for effective regulation ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Demon Particle
A groundbreaking discovery of a unique ‘demon particle’ with potential implications for superconductors has been made by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The particle, first predicted by physicist David Pines nearly 70 years ago, was identified within the ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
RBI Sets Guidelines for Penal Charges on Loan Defaults
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued guidelines to lenders, directing them to categorize penalties for borrower defaults as ‘penal charges’ rather than ‘penal interest.’ The RBI’s guidelines emphasize that these charges must be “reasonable” and proportional to the ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Kalka-Shimla Railway
The revered Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR), over 120 years old and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has suffered extensive damage due to heavy monsoon rainfall in Himachal Pradesh. A critical section between Jutogh and Summer Hill stations has been washed away, ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Places in News Current Affairs