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Rahul Gandhi Faces Election Commission Notice for “Panauti” Remark

The Election Commission (EC) recently issued a showcause notice to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, referring to him as a “pickpocket” and a “panauti.” These remarks were made during election rallies in Rajasthan. ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : November 25, 2023

11. Which state has received Geographical Indication (GI) tag for which cashews? [A] Kerala[B] Goa[C] Tamil Nadu[D] Odisha Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Goa] Notes:The Geographical Indication (GI) tag for cashews was given to Goa recently. It ensures that only ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: November 25, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for November 25, 2023 INDIA Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiates process of setting up a committee for sub-categorisation of the Madiga community within the Scheduled Castes, in Telangana. Union government exempts Computer ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : November 24, 2023

11. Which institution released the ‘14th Emissions Gap Report 2023’? [A] UNEP[B] FAO[C] World Bank[D] WEF Show Answer Correct Answer: A [UNEP] Notes:The 14th Emissions Gap Report 2023 was released by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). As per the ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: November 24, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for November 24, 2023 INDIA The Supreme Court lays down that the Governor holds no veto power over Bills. Tamil Nadu is set to launch a novel scheme Ungalai Thedi, Ungal Ooril ..

Indian Navy and DRDO Achieve Milestone in Indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile Trials

In a significant stride towards self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta), the Indian Navy, in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has successfully conducted Guided Flight Trials of the first indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile. The milestone achievement occurred from a ..

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Ten New Trilobite Species Unearthed in Thailand

Researchers have made a significant discovery in Thailand, unearthing ten new species of trilobites, extinct arthropods that provide valuable insights into the Earth’s geological history spanning 490 million years. These fossils, hidden in a little-studied part of Thailand, could serve ..

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New Genus and Species of Silesaur Unearthed in Brazil

Paleontologists from the Federal University of Santa Maria have discovered a new genus and species of silesaur, naming it Amanasaurus nesbitti. This ancient creature lived in what is now Brazil during the Carnian age of the Late Triassic epoch, approximately ..

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Deformable Mirrors in Space Telescopes: Enabling Precise Exoplanet Imaging

Deformable mirrors (DM) are emerging as critical components in space telescopes, offering the capability to achieve wavefront control and correct optical aberrations. NASA highlights the potential of deformable mirrors in enabling the direct imaging of exoplanets by addressing imperfections and ..

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Space Travel May Pose Risk of Erectile Dysfunction, Rat Study Suggests

Experiments in rats suggest that extended periods in space, characterized by microgravity and exposure to cosmic radiation, could increase the risk of erectile dysfunction in male astronauts. The study, conducted at Florida State University, simulated microgravity using a hindlimb unloading ..

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