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India’s First Pig Schools

July 4, 2023

Pigs are taking the spotlight in Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) as the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) plans to establish India’s first pig schools. This groundbreaking initiative aims to boost the region’s economy and enhance pig farming practices. The BTC ..

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Burden of Disease Attributable to Unsafe Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene: 2019 Update

July 4, 2023

A new report, titled “Burden of disease attributable to unsafe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene: 2019 update” was released recently by the WHO. It sheds light on the alarming number of deaths and the lack of access to basic WASH ..

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Regional Symposium on Child Protection, Safety and Child Welfare

July 4, 2023

The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India, recently organized a one-day Regional Symposium on Child Protection, Safety, and Child Welfare. The symposium aimed to raise awareness and outreach about child protection, safety, and welfare issues. Participation ..

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$3 Billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) between Pakistan and IMF

July 4, 2023

The Pakistan government has reached a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a funding of $3 billion. The agreement is part of a nine-month stand-by arrangement (SBA) between the two parties. Pakistan was previously part of a ..

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Horizontal Reservations for Transgender Persons

July 4, 2023

The issue of providing additional reservations for transgender persons in education and public employment has come under scrutiny in the Bombay High Court. The Maharashtra government has responded that it would be challenging to implement additional reservations due to the ..

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Deep Sea Mining

July 4, 2023

The International Seabed Authority (ISA) plays a crucial role in regulating deep sea mining and safeguarding marine ecosystems. As interest in mining the ocean floor grows, concerns are being raised about the potential impacts on fragile habitats and biodiversity.   ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: July 4, 2023

July 4, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for July 4, 2023 INDIA Prime Minister Narendra Modi to host Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Shehbaz Sharif virtually for SCO summit. Centre announces scheme to support minor rape victims under the aegis ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : July 4, 2023

July 4, 2023

11. Which city is the host of ‘International Conference on Green Hydrogen’? [A] Mysuru[B] Bengaluru[C] New Delhi[D] Pune Show Answer Correct Answer: C [New Delhi] Notes:The International Conference on Green Hydrogen is scheduled to take place in New Delhi from ..

Dark Patterns

July 4, 2023

In the world of digital interfaces, the term “dark patterns” has gained significant attention. Coined by Harry Brignull, a renowned user experience designer, dark patterns refer to deceptive tactics employed by websites and apps to manipulate user behavior.   Understanding ..

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Akshar River Cruise

July 4, 2023

Ahmedabad, the vibrant city in Gujarat, India, has recently unveiled its newest pride, the Akshar River Cruise. This remarkable venture, developed collaboratively by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and the Sabarmati Riverfront Development Corporation Limited, stands as a testament to ..

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