World Press Freedom Index 2023

India’s ranking in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index has slipped to 161 out of 180 countries, according to the latest report released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). This ranking reflects a significant decline in press freedom in the country. ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Somnath Temple in 3D Cave

The Somnath Temple, one of the foremost jyotirlinga sites located in Gujarat, India, can now be virtually explored in a 3D cave located in Delhi. The cave was created by the Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board, a state government agency ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Two New Species of Jumping Spiders

Two new species of jumping spiders have been discovered by researchers at the Zoological Survey of India. These spiders are similar to other members of the genus Phintella, which typically inhabit under leaves and barks of shrubs and grasses. Their ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

USCIRF’s 2023 Annual Report on Religious Freedom

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) recently released its 2023 Annual Report, which highlights the status of religious freedom across the globe during 2022. The report provides recommendations to improve the promotion of freedom of religion or ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023

On May 1st, the Arabian Travel Market’s 30th edition started at the Dubai World Trade Center with a substantial attendance from India. This is among the most prominent global events for the travel and tourism industry, drawing visitors and exhibitors ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

CU-Chayan Portal

The UGC has introduced a new platform to hire faculty members in central universities. The portal, CU-Chayan, will provide a consolidated list of job openings across all 46 central universities under the Union Ministry of Education. According to the Union ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

National Manufacturing Innovation Survey (NMIS) 2021-22

The “National Manufacturing Innovation Survey (NMIS) 2021-22: Summary for Policymakers” was released recently. The objective of the NMIS study was to evaluate the innovation performance of manufacturing firms in India. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the United ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Wayanad District Tops ODF Plus Ranking

Wayanad, a district in the southern Indian state of Kerala, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first ODF Plus district in India. This is a significant milestone in the country’s efforts towards maintaining cleanliness and sanitation under the ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

TRAI Recommendations on Ease of Doing Business in Telecom and Broadcasting

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recently released its recommendations on ease of doing business in telecom and broadcasting sectors. TRAI Recommendations for Infrastructure and Services in India’s Broadcast and Cable Sector TRAI has suggested according infrastructure status ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : May 1-3, 2023

11. What is the theme of ‘International Girls in ICT Day 2023? [A] Empower girls[B] Digital Skills for Life[C] STEM[D] Science Skills for Life Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Digital Skills for Life] Notes:‘International Girls in ICT Day’ is observed ..