Cochin Fishing Harbour Modernization Project

The Cochin Fishing Harbour in Kerala is set to undergo a comprehensive modernisation project aimed at enhancing its infrastructure and boosting the fishing industry.   Estimated Cost and Funding Sources  The Cochin Fishing Harbour modernisation project is estimated to cost ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Ultra-Low Velocity Zones

Recent scientific research has uncovered a fascinating discovery deep within the Earth, challenging our existing knowledge of its geological processes. Hidden beneath the Earth’s surface, mountains of enormous proportions have been found, towering over even the renowned Mt Everest. These ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is Captagon?

The recent decision by the Arab League to reinstate Syria as its member has marked the end of global isolation for President Bashar al-Assad. Consequently, this development has rekindled intense discussions surrounding the trade of Captagon pills, bringing them back ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

CCMB Study on Genetic Diversity and Species Traits

A recent study conducted by scientists at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) has shed light on the fascinating relationship between genetic diversity and species traits. By analyzing over 1,200 sequences from a maternally-inherited gene across 128 species, ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : June 14, 2023

1. ‘SAGAR SAMRIDDHI’is an initiative of which Union Ministry? [A] Ministry of Defence[B] Ministry of Jal Shakti[C] Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway[D] Ministry of External Affairs Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway] Notes:‘SAGAR SAMRIDDHI,’ ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: June 14, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for June 14, 2023 INDIA Cyclone Biparjoy: Gujarat state government has shifted nearly 30,000 people from coastal areas to safer places. The government has ruled out the possibility of capping airfares during ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : June 13, 2023

1. Which north-east state/UT recently released the ‘District Good Governance Index (DGGI)’? [A] Arunachal Pradesh[B] Assam[C] Sikkim[D] Mizoram Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Arunachal Pradesh] Notes:The District Good Governance Index (DGGI) of Arunachal Pradesh was released recently. This is the ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: June 13, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for June 13, 2023 INDIA After an alleged data leak of COVID vaccination beneficiaries, Union IT Ministry says breached data were previously stolen but not from CoWIN portal. W20 summit to begin ..

Rising Prevalence of Diabetes and Lifestyle Diseases in India

A recent study conducted by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has shed light on the growing prevalence of diabetes, hypertension, and prediabetes in India. The study emphasizes the need ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : June 11-12, 2023

1. As per the 5th State Food Safety Index, which state secured the top ranking among the larger states? [A] Punjab[B] Kerala[C] West Bengal[D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Kerala] Notes:The 5th State Food Safety Index was released on ..