Page-50 of Current Affairs - March, 2023

What is Polystoechotes punctate?

March 6, 2023

Polystoechotes punctate, which was thought to be extinct in the eastern United States, was rediscovered in 2012 after more than 5 decades. The giant Jurassic-era insect was found in Arkansas. Jurassic Era occurred some 201.4 million years ago. There is ..

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What is NPCDCS?

March 6, 2023

The Indian Government launched the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) in 2010 to prevent and control major non-communicable diseases. It focuses on strengthening infrastructure, human resource development, early diagnosis, health promotion ..

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What is HUID Number?

March 6, 2023

Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number is a unique 6-digit alphanumeric code consisting of numbers and letters. It is stamped manually on a piece of jewellery at the Assaying & Hallmarking centres. It ensures the purity and fitness of gold via ..

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National Safety Day 2023

March 6, 2023

National Safety Day is celebrated annually on March 4 across India. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of health and safety at workplaces and create a culture of safety among the general public. Why is National Safety Day ..

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What is Acute Kidney Injury?

March 6, 2023

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) or Acute Renal Failure (ARF) is the sudden failure of the kidney’s functioning that occurs within a few hours or a few days. It causes the accumulation of waste products in blood, making it hard of ..

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What is SAMARTH scheme?

March 6, 2023

The SAMARTH (Scheme for Capacity Building in Textiles Sector) scheme is a demand-driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling initiative that aims to provide incentives and create jobs in the organized textile industry and related sectors, covering the entire value chain of ..

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