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RISE- Rising India Through Spiritual Empowerment

On January 3, 2023, the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, participated in the launch of the National Campaign on ‘RISE- Rising India Through Spiritual Empowerment’, organized by Brahma Kumaris at Mount Abu, Rajasthan. Additionally, she virtually inaugurated the Brahma ..

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ADB’s Recent Loans to 4 States

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently signed a loan agreement with the Indian government to provide $1.22 billion in funding for projects aimed at improving connectivity and infrastructure in four Indian states. The loan will cover a range of projects ..

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Bikaner Solar Power Project to Boost India’s Renewable Energy

President Droupadi Murmu virtually laid the foundation stone for the 1,000 MW Bikaner Solar Power Project on Tuesday in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The project is being implemented by state-owned energy firm SJVN Limited through its subsidiary, SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), ..

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MHA High Powered Committee on Ladakh

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in India has established a High Powered Committee (HPC) to address issues related to the protection of Ladakh’s culture, language, land, and employment opportunities. Purpose of the Committee The committee has been formed with ..

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Savitribai Phule

Savitribai Phule is a well-known figure in Indian history for her pioneering efforts in the fields of women’s education, social reform, and gender equality. She is considered the first female teacher in India, and is often referred to as the ..

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Kalasa Banduri Nala project

Despite opposition from Goa, Karnataka Water Resources minister Govind Karjol announced that the state will proceed with the Kalasa-Banduri project on the River Mahadayi. The project, which aims to divert water from the Mahadayi to provide drinking water for the ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : January 4, 2023

41. Which institution launched its Medium-term Strategy Framework named ‘Utkarsh 2.0’? [A] ISRO[B] RBI[C] DRDO[D] NITI Aayog Show Answer Correct Answer: B [RBI] Notes:The Reserve Bank of India’s Medium-term Strategy Framework for the period 2023-2025 named ‘Utkarsh 2.0’ was launched ..

World Braille Day: January 4

Every year, the World Braille Day is celebrated on January 4 by the United Nations and several other international organizations. The day is celebrated to create awareness of the importance of Braille as a means of communication in the realization ..

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New Members Join United Nations Security Council

On January 3, Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique, and Switzerland officially began their two-year term as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. The flag installation ceremony, initiated by Kazakhstan in 2018, marked the start of their responsibilities and was ..

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National Scout and Guide Jamboree

Rajasthan, a state in western India, is set to host the 18th National Scout and Guide Jamboree after a 66-year gap. The event, which will take place at Rohat in the Pali district, is expected to attract over 35,000 scouts ..

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