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WHO’s 2023 Roadmap to End Maternal Tuberculosis

November 16, 2023

In its revised 2023 roadmap to combat tuberculosis (TB) among children and adolescents, the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the importance of periodic assessments to estimate the burden of maternal TB and develop targeted interventions. Key Points of the Roadmap ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: November 16, 2023

November 16, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for November 16, 2023 INDIA Communist veteran and freedom fighter N Sankaraiah passed away at the age of 101. He was one of the founding members of the Communist Party of India ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : November 15, 2023

November 15, 2023

11. Which city made a world record of lighting 22.23 lakh earthen lamps on the eve of Diwali? [A] Varanasi[B] Ayodhya[C] Mysuru[D] Bhopal Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Ayodhya] Notes:Ayodhya made a world record when about 22.23 lakh earthen lamps ..

New Gecko Species Discovered in Mizoram

November 15, 2023

Researchers have recently identified a new species of gecko in India, specifically in the town of Vairengte in Mizoram. Named ‘Cyrtodactylus vairengtensis’ after its place of discovery, this gecko species is characterized by distinct features, particularly the number of femoral ..

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Researchers Discover Two New Species of Seer Fish in Indian Waters

November 15, 2023
ICAR KVK

Researchers at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) have made a significant discovery by identifying two new species of seer fish. Led by principal scientist E M Abdussamad, the team of taxonomists unveiled the Arabian sparrow seer fish (Scomberomorus ..

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Post-Diwali Air Quality Worsens in Indian Cities, Delhi Tops the List

November 15, 2023

The aftermath of Diwali has witnessed deteriorating air quality in nine out of eleven Indian cities compared to the previous year, with Delhi ranking at the highest level of pollution, according to data from the National Clean Air Campaign (NCAP) ..

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Hyderabad’s Sadar Festival: A Carnival Celebrating Buffalo Cattle

November 15, 2023

Hyderabad is gearing up for the annual Sadar festival, a lively celebration centered around buffalo cattle, held every year on the second day after Diwali. This vibrant festival is a cherished tradition of the Yadav community and is also known ..

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Maharashtra’s Climate-Resilient Agriculture Project Faces Funding Disparities and Sustainability Concerns

November 15, 2023

Since 2018, Maharashtra has initiated a pioneering project known as the Project on Climate Resilient Agriculture (pocra), aimed at helping farmers transition to climate change-resilient practices. This ambitious endeavor, implemented in 16 out of the state’s 36 districts, is touted ..

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Controversy Surrounds New Methane Emissions Metric GWP*

November 15, 2023

Some of the world’s major meat and dairy companies have adopted a new metric called GWP* (pronounced as GWP star) to measure methane emissions, claiming it offers a more accurate assessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, a recent report ..

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US Supreme Court Introduces Ethics Code Amid Controversy and Pressure

November 15, 2023

The US Supreme Court has taken a significant step by releasing its first-ever code of conduct, aiming to address mounting criticism and concerns surrounding ethics scandals involving some of its senior rightwing justices. This 14-page document outlines the “rules and ..

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