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Meteorite Arrowhead in Switzerland
Archaeological discoveries often shed light on the rich history of our ancestors, and one such intriguing find is an ancient arrowhead made of an extraordinary material. In the 19th century, an arrowhead was unearthed in Switzerland, and to the astonishment ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Bhutan’s Tiger Population Surge
Bhutan, a small eastern Himalayan country, has achieved a remarkable conservation success by increasing its tiger population by 27% since 2015. According to the most recent survey conducted in 2021 and 2022, there are now an estimated 131 tigers within ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
New Catalytic Process of Producing Hydrogen from Methanol
Hydrogen, considered one of the cleanest sources of energy, holds immense potential as a green fuel. Traditionally, obtaining pure hydrogen from water and methane required energy-intensive processes. However, a new and promising method has been developed to produce hydrogen through ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
2023 Plastic Overshoot Day Report
Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, causing significant harm to ecosystems and wildlife. One crucial milestone in this crisis is Plastic Overshoot Day, which signals the point at which the amount ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs • Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Silk Roadster
China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been a key driver of the country’s efforts to collaborate with Southeast and South Asian nations, including Nepal. As part of its 10th-anniversary celebrations of the BRI, China has introduced several new projects ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
FALCON Shield-2023
China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been making strides in strengthening their defense and security cooperation through joint military drills and arms deals. One notable exercise, the Falcon Shield 2023, is scheduled to be held in China’s Xinjiang ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Guidelines on Basic Facilities and Amenities for a Safe Environment for Women and Women Cell
In an effort to foster a safe and secure environment for women in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs), the University Grants Commission (UGC) has developed the “Guidelines on basic facilities and amenities for a safe environment for women and Women Cell.” ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
ULLAS App
In a bold step towards advancing education and literacy among adults in India, the ULLAS app was launched on the sidelines of the Akhil Bhartiya Siksha Samgam (ABSS). This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister of ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Isle of Rum
The quest to explore Mars has been an ambitious and collaborative effort involving space agencies from across the globe. As part of the joint NASA and European Space Agency (ESA) Mars Sample Return Campaign, the Isle of Rum has been ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Places in News Current Affairs
Role of T Cells in Fat and Muscle Loss During Infection
T cells, the body’s immune cells, have long been known to play a crucial role in fighting infections. However, recent research conducted on mice at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in California, US, has revealed a surprising connection between ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs