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Floodwatch Mobile App

August 18, 2023

The Central Water Commission (CWC) has introduced the ‘FloodWatch’ mobile application, enabling real-time flood forecasts up to seven days. Developed in-house, the app employs satellite data analysis, mathematical modeling, and real-time monitoring to provide accurate flood predictions. With accessible information ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : August 17, 2023

August 17, 2023

11. Rajouri Chikri woodcraft, which was seen in the news, is associated with which state/UT? [A] Karnataka[B] Jammu and Kashmir[C] Goa[D] Himachal Pradesh Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Jammu and Kashmir] Notes:Two products from Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri and Anantnag ..

Operation Jericho

August 17, 2023

The Mizo Rebellion of 1966, also known as Operation Jericho, witnessed the Indian Air Force’s strategic involvement in aiding the Army’s efforts to quell the separatist movement led by the Mizo National Front. As the rebels sought to gain control ..

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Exercise Tarang Shakti

August 17, 2023

The Indian Air Force’s multi-national exercise, Tarang Shakti, originally scheduled for later this year, has been postponed to the following year. Defense officials announced that the decision was made to better align with the schedules of participating friendly foreign nations ..

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Maisies Galaxy

August 17, 2023

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revolutionized our understanding of the universe, allowing astronomers to unveil some of its most enigmatic secrets. JWST has now revealed Maisie’s Galaxy, one of the earliest known galaxies, which emerged approximately 390 million ..

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India’s First Common Testing Centre for Unmanned Aerial Systems

August 17, 2023

Tamil Nadu is set to host India’s inaugural Common Testing Centre for Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones), with an allocated budget of Rs 45 crore. Under the guidance of the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO), this initiative aligns with the ..

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India’s First Night Street Circuit

August 17, 2023

In a collaborative effort involving Racing Promotions Private Limited (RRPL), the government of Tamil Nadu has launched a groundbreaking street circuit in Chennai. Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin, inaugurated the 3.5km track, which ..

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NHAI’s New Design Division

August 17, 2023

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has established a dedicated Design Division to ensure effective review and maintenance of bridges, specialized structures, and tunnels on the country’s National Highways. This division is tasked with formulating policies and guidelines for ..

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Redwoods Rising Project

August 17, 2023

The Redwoods Rising project, a collaboration between Redwood National and State Parks and the Save the Redwoods League, is committed to revitalizing the once-logged redwood forests for a more resilient future. Using strategies like controlled thinning and prescribed fires, the ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: August 17, 2023

August 17, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for August 17, 2023 INDIA Union Cabinet approved a scheme to add 10,000 e-buses to city bus services across the country. Supreme Court of India releases the ‘Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes’. ..