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SC Panel’s Findings on the Living Conditions of Women in Indian Prisons

September 6, 2023

A Supreme Court-appointed committee has exposed alarming conditions in Indian prisons, highlighting the dire situation faced by female inmates. The findings reveal that only prisons in Goa, Delhi, and Puducherry allow female prisoners to meet their children without bars or ..

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Indian Army Seeks Armoured Recovery Vehicles for Diverse Terrains

September 6, 2023

The Indian Army is looking to acquire 170 Armoured Recovery Vehicles (ARVs) mounted on tracked platforms to support its operations in various terrains. The procurement aims to enhance the repair and recovery capabilities of the army’s mechanized formations. The request ..

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Sculptures at Bharat Mandapam

September 6, 2023

India has unveiled two remarkable sculptures ahead of the G20 Summit, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and symbolism: The Nataraja Sculpture Standing at 27 feet and weighing approximately 20 tonnes, this Nataraja sculpture was crafted by traditional Sthapatis of Swamimalai, ..

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Maldives Presidential Elections 2023

September 6, 2023

The upcoming presidential elections in the Maldives, scheduled for September 9, are expected to be pivotal for both the country’s internal politics and its role in regional geopolitics. Several developments have set the stage for these elections: Internal Political Divisions ..

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India’s First BS6 Stage II Flex-Fuel Hybrid

September 6, 2023

Toyota has unveiled the Innova Hycross prototype, a groundbreaking development for India’s automotive industry. This initiative aligns with the Indian government’s efforts to deploy flex-fuel technology, following global models like Brazil, Canada, and the United States. The next steps include ..

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UPI QR Code-Central Bank Digital Currency interoperability

September 6, 2023

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is spearheading an innovative move towards interoperability between Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Quick Response (QR) codes and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). This integration allows users of the retail digital rupee (e₹) to make ..

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One-Hour Trade Settlement

September 6, 2023

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced plans to introduce one-hour trade settlement by March 2024, a significant development in the country’s financial market infrastructure. Currently operating on a T+1 settlement cycle, where trade-related settlements occur within ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: September 6, 2023

September 6, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for September 6, 2023 INDIA Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), unveils the G20 Tourism and SDG Dashboard. ‘Green Hydrogen Pilots in India’ Conference was ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 6, 2023

September 6, 2023

41. What is the name of the seventh and last stealth frigate of Project 17A, that was recently launched? [A] Kailashgiri[B] Mahendragiri[C] Sivagiri[D] Bharatgiri Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Mahendragiri] Notes:The seventh and last stealth frigate of Project 17A, Mahendragiri, ..

Poriferisphaera hetertotrophicis

September 5, 2023

Researchers in China have identified a unique and mysterious new species of marine bacteria called Poriferisphaera hetertotrophicis, found in sediment samples from the deep ocean floor.  The bacteria belong to the Planctomycetes phylum. This finding advances our understanding of deep-sea ..

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