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Agnibaan SOrTeD

August 18, 2023

Agnikul Cosmos, an Indian aerospace firm, is poised to achieve a significant milestone by becoming the country’s first private entity to design, develop, and launch a liquid-fueled rocket. Known as ‘Agnibaan SOrTeD’ (SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator), the maiden rocket is set ..

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Link between PM2.5 Air Pollution and Antibiotic Resistance

August 18, 2023

A recent study released in the Lancet Planetary Health has exposed a troubling association between airborne fine particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution and the development of antibiotic resistance. The research marks the first-ever global estimation of antibiotic resistance’s impact due to ..

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Indigenous 5G Security Solution for Countering Zero-Day Attacks

August 18, 2023

A homegrown software technology solution has emerged to proactively detect and prevent zero-day vulnerability attacks within 5G networks. This innovation promises to diminish network downtime, ensuring robust nationwide communication as 5G networks establish themselves as a vital lifeline. The integration ..

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Indian Scientist Develops High-Precision Method for Nanomechanical Testing

August 18, 2023

An Indian scientist, in collaboration with international institutions, has introduced a novel method to assess nanomechanical properties of materials at minuscule scales with exceptional precision and accuracy. This methodology significantly enhances the nanoindentation technique’s precision and accuracy for testing mechanical ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: August 18, 2023

August 18, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for August 18, 2023 INDIA Ministry of Communications launched KYC Reforms and Point of Sale (POS) registration Reform to promote a safer digital ecosystem. Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Nirmala Sitharaman launch ..

Centre’s Draft SOP Urges Courts to Exercise Restraint

August 18, 2023

A draft Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) note prepared by the Centre suggests a reimagined approach to the treatment of government officials summoned to court, especially in contempt cases. The draft outlines proposals for a more harmonious engagement between the judiciary ..

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Credit Suisse and UBS Global Wealth Report

August 18, 2023

For the first time since the 2008 financial crisis, global household wealth has experienced a decline due to rising interest rates and persistent inflation. However, amidst the challenges, the situation offers a glimmer of hope. The annual Credit Suisse and ..

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UDGAM (Unclaimed Deposits – Gateway to Access inforMation)

August 18, 2023

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a Centralised Web Portal named UDGAM (Unclaimed Deposits – Gateway to Access inforMation). This portal, developed by the RBI, enables the public to conveniently search for unclaimed deposits across multiple banks from ..

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World Resources Institute (WRI) Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas

August 18, 2023

New data from the World Resources Institute (WRI) Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas reveals that 25 countries, representing a quarter of the global population, face extreme water stress, consuming over 80% of their renewable water supply for various purposes. These nations ..

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Private Corporate Investment: Performance and Near-term Outlook

August 18, 2023

According to a study by RBI staff, Uttar Pradesh (UP) has emerged as the top state in attracting investment funds from banks and financial institutions, surpassing Maharashtra. UP accounted for the highest share (16.2%) in the total cost of projects ..

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