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Odisha Day- Utkal Divas

April 2, 2024

Odisha was officially established as a separate state on April 1, 1936, making it the first state in India to be formed on a linguistic basis (during British Era). After independence, Andhra State was first to be formed on linguistic ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 2, 2024

April 2, 2024

1. Mataberi Pera & Pachra, recently got a GI tag, belongs to which state? [A] Tripura[B] Assam[C] Mizoram[D] Nagaland Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Tripura] Notes:Traditional products from Tripura, Matabari Pera Prasad and Rignai Pachara textiles, have recently earned Geographical ..

22 New Products Added to Geographical Indication (GI) Registry

April 1, 2024

In March 2024, the Geographical Indication (GI) registry of India added 22 new products from the states of Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Tripura, and Meghalaya. These products are now protected under the GI tag, which recognizes their unique qualities and geographical ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 1, 2024

April 1, 2024

1. Cumbum valley, recently seen in news, is located in which state? [A] Tamil Nadu[B] Karnataka[C] Maharashtra[D] Kerala Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Tamil Nadu] Notes:Cumbum Valley, known as the “Grapes City of South India,” is known for Panneer Thratchai ..

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Romania and Bulgaria Partially Join Schengen Area

April 1, 2024

On 1 April 2024, Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen Area, Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone. This marks a significant step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union (EU). However, land border checks will remain in place due ..

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Tripura: Matabari Pera Prasad, Rignai Pachara textiles get GI Tag

April 1, 2024

Three traditional products from Tripura have recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The products are Matabari pera prasad and Rignai pachara textiles. With this, Tripura now has 4 GI Protected products. Matabari Pera Prasad The ‘Matabari pera prasad’ is a ..

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Hockey India Awards 2023

March 31, 2024

The Hockey India Awards 2023 were held in New Delhi on March 31, 2024 to celebrate the outstanding Indian hockey players from the previous calendar year. The event saw several players being recognized for their exceptional performances and contributions to ..

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Digital India Trust Agency (DIGITA)

March 31, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is considering establishing a Digital India Trust Agency (DIGITA) to combat the proliferation of illegal lending apps and curb growing cyber fraud. This proposed agency aims to verify digital lending apps, maintain a public ..

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Russia’s Veto on North Korea’s Sanctions Monitoring

March 31, 2024

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been monitoring North Korea’s compliance with sanctions imposed due to its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs. A panel of experts was set up in 2009 to track and report on any violations ..

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Michelangelo’s David statue and Italy’s Cultural Heritage Code

March 31, 2024

Michelangelo’s David is a renowned marble sculpture created by the Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and 1504. The statue depicts the Biblical figure David, a young shepherd who fought and defeated the giant Goliath. The sculpture is considered ..

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