Fact Sheet: Saudi-Iran Détente

China’s recent announcement of the Saudi-Iran détente in West Asia has been viewed as a strategic move aimed at securing long-term economic interests and establishing political influence in the region. This deal is set to rival the traditional role played ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

What is TV-D1?

The first test vehicle demonstration (TV-D1) under the Gaganyaan mission will be conducted on May 2023. It aims to test the abort process mid-air, the parachute system, and the recovery of crew members after splashdown. The demonstration involves using single ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Global Bottled Water Industry: A Review of Impacts and Trends

The global bottled water industry has experienced meteoric growth in the last 50 years, becoming a major economic sector. The United Nations University Institute of Water Environment and Health and McMaster University have released a report titled “Global Bottled Water ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

What is Ernie Bot?

Baidu, the Chinese search giant, introduced its new chatbot, Ernie Bot, in a pre-recorded video presentation on Thursday. This unveiling came as competition to the Microsoft-backed ChatGPT and other similar chatbots. Ernie Bot, which stands for “Enhanced Representation of Knowledge ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Q+A: National Vaccination Day

National Vaccination Day, also known as Immunization Day or Polio Ravivar, is an annual event celebrated in India on March 16th. The day holds significant importance in India’s public health calendar, as it promotes vaccination campaigns and raises awareness about ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Venus’ Volcanoes: Important Facts

Venus and Earth are often compared as sister planets, having similarities in size, mass, density, and volume. Now, a recent study has shown that Venus might share another feature with Earth – active volcanoes. Using decades-old radar images from the ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs