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Son of Concorde

July 26, 2023

July 25, 2000, was a somber day in aviation history as the iconic Concorde Air France Flight 4590 crashed, marking the end of commercial supersonic flights. However, hopes for a supersonic comeback have recently been fueled by NASA’s latest experimental ..

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Gabon’s Debt-for-Nature Swap Initiative

July 26, 2023

In a significant move towards environmental conservation, the central African nation of Gabon has recently made headlines by launching a debt-for-nature swap initiative. This innovative approach has gained popularity in recent times, with Gabon following the footsteps of countries like ..

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Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary

July 26, 2023

Recently, the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court instructed the Goa government to declare the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary and other regions mentioned in the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) communications and plans prepared by the Goa forest department as ..

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DS-SAR Satellite Mission

July 26, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has recently announced the scheduled launch of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-C56 (PSLV-C56), carrying Singapore’s DS-SAR satellite on July 30, 2023. The Date and Venue The PSLV-C56 launch, with the DS-SAR satellite and six ..

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Gulf Stream System

July 26, 2023

A new study has sounded the alarm, revealing that the Gulf Stream system, known as Amoc (Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation), could face collapse as early as 2025. Amoc plays a vital role in the Earth’s climate system, carrying warm ocean ..

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Badgirs and Qanats

July 26, 2023

Yazd, a mesmerizing ancient city in central Iran, boasts fascinating architectural wonders that have stood the test of time. Among these are the renowned wind catchers, called “badgirs” in Persian, and the traditional water system known as “qanats.” The Enchanting ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : July 26, 2023

July 26, 2023

11. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘YES-TECH Manual and WINDS portal’? [A] Ministry of Defence[B] Ministry of MSME[C] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare[D] Ministry of Commerce and Industry Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare] ..

Rio Grande River Barrier

July 26, 2023

In a recent legal development, the US Justice Department has taken legal action against the state of Texas and its Governor, Greg Abbott, over the installation of floating barriers in the Rio Grande River. Understanding the Rio Grande River Barrier ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: July 26, 2023

July 26, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for July 26, 2023 INDIA Mizoram Chief Minister joins solidarity march in Aizawl for Kuki-Zo people. ISRO successfully completed the fifth and final orbit-raising manoeuvre of the Chandrayaan-3 mission. “Anu Awareness Yatra ..

National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 and the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill, 2023

July 25, 2023

The Indian government has taken significant strides in the healthcare sector by introducing two crucial Bills in Parliament – the National Dental Commission Bill, 2023, and the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill, 2023. These Bills aim to bring about ..

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