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“Learning Science via Standards” Initiative: Important Facts

March 15, 2023

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has launched a new initiative called “Learning Science via Standards” to help students in India understand the practical applications of scientific concepts. This initiative is part of BIS’s efforts to bridge the gap between ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : March 15, 2023

March 15, 2023

41. Madhav National Park, which was seen in the news, is in which state/UT? [A] Tamil Nadu[B] Madhya Pradesh[C] Gujarat[D] Kerala Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh] Notes:Madhav National Park is among the oldest national parks in Madhya Pradesh. ..

Banking, Finance & Economy Current Affairs Quiz -March 15 ,2023

March 15, 2023

41. Which automaker launched an all-female manufacturing line at its Tamil Nadu plant? [A] Maruti Suzuki[B] Mahindra[C] TATA Motors[D] Ashok Leyland Show Answer Correct Answer: D [Ashok Leyland] Notes:Heavy commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland has unveiled a new production line ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: March 15, 2023

March 15, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for March 15, 2023 INDIA Supreme Court to hear Telangana’s plea against Governor on delay in giving assent to bills passed by legislature. NSSO survey: There are more young men and women ..

Who is Kenzaburō Ōe?

March 15, 2023

Kenzaburō Ōe, the Nobel Prize-winning Japanese author, passed away on March 10, 2023, at the age of 88. His death marks the end of an era in Japanese literature, as Ōe was widely regarded as one of the most important ..

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Q+A: India’s Ban on Blood Donations by Gay and Transgender People

March 15, 2023

In India, gay and transgender individuals face discrimination in many forms. One such discrimination is the ban on them donating blood. After a petition was filed to challenge this ban, the Indian government defended the exclusion by citing scientific evidence ..

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RRR’s Oscar Win: Important Facts

March 15, 2023

The Telugu film ‘RRR’ has gained global attention following a Best Original Song win for ‘Naatu Naatu’ at the 2023 Oscars. The film fictionally narrates the life of real-life Indian freedom fighters Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem. Both the ..

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IPCC Meet in Switzerland and Synthesis Report: Important Facts

March 15, 2023

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is set to organize meeting in Switzerland to finalize the Synthesis Report, which will summarize the findings of the IPCC’s previous five reports and address policy-relevant scientific questions related to climate change. The ..

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Dick Fosbury Passes Away at the Age of 76

March 15, 2023

Dick Fosbury, the legendary American high jumper, who changed the game of high jump forever with his unconventional technique, passed away at the age of 76. Fosbury was a gold medalist in high jump at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, ..

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Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – February 25, 2023 [Mock Test]

March 14, 2023

41. With respect to the Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA), consider the following states: It is a non-binding instrument aims to prevent and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. India is a member. African countries Angola, Eritrea, Morocco and ..