Kerala Tomato Flu Outbreak

Kerala has been struck by another viral disease known as the Tomato Flu. It is a rare viral disease due to which blisters shaped like tomatoes are formed. As of 11th May 2022, around 80 children of the state who ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : May 13, 2022

41. When is the ‘International Day of Plant Health (IDPH)’ observed every year? [A] May 10[B] May 12[C] May 14[D] May 15 Show Answer Correct Answer: B [May 12] Notes:The United Nations designated 12 May the International Day of Plant ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: May 13, 2022

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for May 13, 2022. INDIA – Rajiv Kumar appointed new Chief Election Commissioner – Extended-range (400 kms) BrahMos ALCM (Air Launched Cruise Missile) test fired from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter aircraft – Finish Mathura-Idgah ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK)

Union Minister for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) recently inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK). Where is the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) located? The hub of the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) is located ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Conference of the Parties (COP15) of UNCCD

The 15th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is being held from 9th May to 20th May 2022. Where is the COP 15 taking place? Abidjan, a city in ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Convergence of Ride-hailing platforms in National Consumer Helpline

Ride-hailing companies such as Ola and Uber were directed by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) to become convergence partners in the National Consumer Helpline (NCH). What is the need for convergence? Converges ensures better grievance redressal for consumers. It ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

National Technology Day

Every year, May 11th is celebrated in India as National Technology Day. Why May 11th is celebrated as National Technology Day? To mark the anniversary of the Pokhran nuclear tests (Pokhran-II) conducted in May 1998. What were the Pokhran-II nuclear ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – May 12, 2022 [Mock Test]

41. Which of the following countries follow ‘Daylight Saving Time”? Iran China Japan Argentina India Choose the correct answer using the codes given below: [A] Only 3 & 4[B] Only 1, 3 ,4 & 5[C] Only 1 & 4[D] Only ..

Tamil Nadu Free Breakfast Program

Speaking in the Tamil Nadu assembly, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister (CM) M. K. Stalin announced a free morning breakfast scheme for government school students. What are the other announcements made by Chief Minister M. K. Stalin? The other schemes announced ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

B.V. Doshi: Winner of Royal Gold Medal 2022

Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi has been conferred with the prestigious Royal Gold Medal 2022. This award is said to be one of the world’s highest honours that one can receive in the field of architecture. Who presented this award to B.V. ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News