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Union Minister Launches Rangeen Machhli App for Ornamental Fisheries

September 13, 2024

A new mobile app called “Rangeen Machhli” was launched by Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh in Bhubaneswar. This app supports India’s growing ornamental fisheries sector, which is part of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), a scheme to ..

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Ozone Pollution Hurts Tropical Forest Growth, Study Finds

September 13, 2024

A recent study published in Nature Geoscience has revealed that ozone pollution is harming the growth of tropical forests, causing them to lose nearly 300 million tonnes of carbon every year. This is a big concern because tropical forests play ..

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Ayushman Bharat Expands Coverage for Elderly Indians Over 70

September 13, 2024

The Union Cabinet has approved a major expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This expansion now includes all Indians aged 70 and older, regardless of their income. Registration for this extended health coverage is ..

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Union Cabinet Approves ₹2,000 Crore Mission Mausam Initiative

September 13, 2024

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a major initiative called ‘Mission Mausam.’ This project, with a budget of ₹2,000 crore over two years, is designed to significantly improve India’s weather prediction and atmospheric science capabilities. ..

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Vietnam, Philippines Strengthen Defense Ties

September 13, 2024

Vietnam and the Philippines have agreed to work more closely on defence and maritime security. This agreement came during a visit by Vietnam’s Defence Minister, Phan Van Giang, to the Philippines. This cooperation aims to address rising tensions with China, ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 13, 2024

September 13, 2024

31. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), recently seen in the news, is implemented by which ministry? [A] Ministry of Rural Development[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs[C] Ministry of Home Affairs[D] Ministry of Urban Development Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 12, 2024

September 12, 2024

31. Recently, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated SEMICON India 2024 at India Expo Mart in which city? [A] Greater Noida[B] Bhopal[C] Jaipur[D] Gandhinagar Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Greater Noida] Notes:Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated SEMICON India 2024 on ..

Researchers Discover Endangered Myristica Swamp Forest in Maharashtra

September 11, 2024

Researchers near the Goa-Maharashtra border have recently discovered a sacred Myristica swamp forest in Kumbral, Maharashtra. This finding highlights the importance of local communities in preserving rare ecosystems. Sacred groves like this are often protected due to cultural beliefs, in ..

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SBI Foundation Launches 3rd Asha Scholarship Program For Students

September 11, 2024

The SBI Foundation has launched the 3rd edition of its Asha Scholarship Program, which aims to help 10,000 deserving students from underprivileged backgrounds across India. This scholarship provides financial support to students who need assistance with their education costs, ensuring ..

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India Launches Malpe and Mulki Anti-Submarine Warfare Ships

September 11, 2024

The Indian Navy recently launched two new ships, named Malpe and Mulki. These are the fourth and fifth ships in a project to build eight Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Shallow Water Crafts (SWC). The launch took place at Cochin Shipyard Ltd ..

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