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Scientific Explanations for Moses Parting the Red Sea

In recent years, technological advances have enabled scientists to analyze legendary tales and religious mysteries with new analytical rigor. Recent research continues this quest to find scientific explanations for biblical events once attributed solely to divine intervention. A new study ..

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Amrit Bharat Express to be Launched on December 30

The Indian Railways is embarking on a transformative journey with the upcoming launch of the Amrit Bharat Express on December 30th. To be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, these trains aim to enhance the train travel experience for ..

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Sweden’s NATO Aspirations Gain Momentum: Turkey Clears Crucial Hurdle

In a key development, Sweden’s bid to join NATO crossed an important milestone after a Turkish parliamentary committee approved its accession protocol on December 27. This brings Sweden one step closer towards formal inclusion in the military alliance as the ..

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Dr P. Indira Devi Conferred Prestigious ISAE Fellow 2023 Title

Dr P. Indira Devi, an eminent agricultural economist from Kerala, has been conferred the distinguished title of ISAE Fellow 2023 by the Indian Society of Agricultural Economics (ISAE). This recognition highlights her trailblazing contributions spanning over three decades in the ..

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ULFA Peace Deal: Background and Recent Developments

After years of negotiations, the central government is on the cusp of finalizing a historic peace deal with the pro-talk faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on December 29th, 2023. This is seen as a major step ..

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India – Eurasian Economic Union (EaEU) FTA Talks

India and the five-member Eurasian Economic Union (EaEU), led by Russia, are likely to soon begin negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA). This proposed agreement aims to boost India’s exports to the EaEU countries, especially in sectors such as ..

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eSvarna: The First Corporate RuPay Credit Card with UPI

IndusInd Bank has launched a pathbreaking new corporate credit card – eSvarna – on the RuPay network. It is India’s first corporate credit card that allows linking with UPI apps for payments. The card offers comprehensive features tailored to frequent ..

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Notre Dame Stained Glass Controversy

The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris suffered severe damage from a devastating fire in April 2019. As restoration plans progress, a controversy has erupted over a proposal backed by President Emmanuel Macron to replace some stained-glass windows with contemporary designs. ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : December 27, 2023

11. Who has been recently named Health ambassador for Salaam Bombay Foundation? [A] Deepika Padukone[B] Amrita Raichand[C] Alia Bhatt[D] Pankaj Tripathi Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Amrita Raichand] Notes:Celebrity chef Amrita Raichand is the Health Ambassador for the Salaam Bombay ..

Hu Zhongming : China Appoints New Navy Chief Amid Rising Regional Tensions

On December 25th, China announced Rear Admiral Hu Zhongming as the new commander of the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), replacing Admiral Dong Jun. The change in leadership comes at a time of escalating tensions between China and its neighbours ..

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