Page-5 of Current Affairs - August, 2023

Book on AAI Airports’ Terminal Building Architecture

August 26, 2023

Minister of Civil Aviation & Steel, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, launched a coffee table book that celebrates the traditional and local architectural beauty of terminal buildings at various Airports Authority of India (AAI) airports. This book highlights the facades of ..

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State of India’s Birds

August 26, 2023

A comprehensive report titled “State of India’s Birds” based on data collected from around 30,000 birdwatchers across India has highlighted concerning trends in bird populations. Out of the 338 bird species studied for changes in numbers over the last 30 ..

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Saudi Arabia to Host ATP’s Next Gen Finals

August 25, 2023

Saudi Arabia has secured hosting rights for the Next Gen ATP Finals in Jedda through 2027, marking the kingdom’s foray into the world of sports. The tournament, featuring the ATP’s top players aged 21 and under, will take place at ..

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Rising Demand for Ultra-Processed Foods in India

August 25, 2023

India’s ultra-processed food sector has witnessed rapid growth, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.37% in retail sales value from 2011 to 2021, according to a report by the World Health Organization and the Indian Council for Research on ..

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Commercial Production Under India’s Incentive Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell Manufacturing

August 25, 2023

India’s production-linked incentive scheme for advanced chemistry cell manufacturing, a program worth Rs 18,100 crore aimed at boosting local battery cell production, is poised to initiate commercial production progressively in phases within the current financial year. The Ministry of Heavy ..

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Rising Temperatures Could Heighten Virulence of Dengue Virus

August 25, 2023

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) in Kerala has revealed that the Dengue virus (DENV) could become more virulent due to increasing temperatures. The study shows that when the virus is grown ..

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“Climate Change Threatens Himalayan Cedar

August 25, 2023

A recent study highlights the potential impact of climate change and increased greenhouse gas emissions on the Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus deodara), commonly known as deodar. The study, conducted by Indian researchers, reveals that deodar forests are likely to experience losses ..

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National Medical Commission Puts New Drug Prescription Regulations on Hold

August 25, 2023

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has decided to halt the implementation of its recent regulations, which mandated doctors to prescribe generic drugs or face penalties, including potential suspension of their medical licenses. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) criticized the regulation ..

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ECC’s Turnout Implementation Plan

August 25, 2023

In preparation for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Election Commission of India (EC) has introduced a targeted voter outreach initiative to enhance voter turnout. The focus is on 10 large states, including Bihar, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, ..

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Osteoarthritis Set to Affect One Billion Worldwide by 2050

August 25, 2023

A study published in The Lancet Rheumatology journal predicts that nearly one billion people worldwide will be living with osteoarthritis by 2050. The research analyzed 30 years of data covering over 200 countries, highlighting a rapid increase in cases due ..

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