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Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System – Update (March, 2023)

March 8, 2023

The Indian Army has proposed the acquisition of an indigenous Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) to fill critical capability gaps in high-altitude regions. The proposal is expected to be approved by the Ministry of Defence, after which orders can ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: March 7-8, 2023

March 8, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for March 7-8, 2023 INDIA India to send 20,000 MT of wheat to Afghanistan via Chabahar: Ministry of External Affairs Dr Manik Saha to be sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Tripura. ..

Pradhan Mantri-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission

March 7, 2023

The PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission was launched in October 2021 with an aim to strengthen healthcare infrastructure across India. With a budget of Rs.64,180 crore, the mission has three aspects: strengthening public health institutions, building an IT-enabled disease ..

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What is National Commission for Protection of Child Rights?

March 7, 2023

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is a statutory body in India established by the Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act of 2005.  This year marks the 18th foundation day of NCPCR. It is celebrated ..

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What is Phyllurus fimbriatus?

March 7, 2023

Phyllurus fimbriatus, a new species of gecko, has been discovered on an uninhabited Queensland Island of Australia. It was found by Associate Professor Conrad Hoskin during a four-day survey of Scawfell Island, about 50 km offshore from Mackay in north ..

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Jan Aushadhi Train

March 7, 2023

The Jan Aushadhi Train was flagged off recently in New Delhi by union ministers Dr Mansukh Mandaviya and Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw. It was launched as part of the week-long celebrations commemorating the Jan Aushadhi scheme. This is the second such ..

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CBIP Award 2022

March 7, 2023

CBIP Award 2022 was conferred recently to NTPC Limited for the ‘Outstanding Contribution in Power Generation’. The award recognizes the role of Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station – the largest power station in India – in efficiency and high-level power ..

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Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – February 21, 2023 [Mock Test]

March 6, 2023

41. Atmospheric water generators are used for which of the following? [A] To produce artificial rain in rain-deficit regions[B] To produce potable water from surrounding air[C] For drip irrigation for sustainable agriculture[D] For cleaning the polluted rivers Show Answer Correct ..

Swachh Sujal Shakti Samman 2023

March 6, 2023

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is commemorating International Women’s Day by honouring women who have contributed to various programs of the Ministry through the Swachh Sujal Shakti Samman 2023. The award will recognize women for their exceptional contributions to the ..

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‘Dhara: An Ode to Indian Knowledge Systems’ Initiative

March 6, 2023

The Ministry of Culture’s flagship initiative, “Dhara: An Ode to Indian Knowledge Systems,” has completed its first year. During this year, 10 successful conferences were organized on various themes highlighting India’s civilizational achievements. The program aims to promote and revive ..

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