Page-12 of GKToday Archives: May, 2023

Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – May 9-10, 2023 [Mock Test]

May 24, 2023

1. Consider the following statements regarding Rural Infrastructure Development Fund: It was setup in 1995-96. It is maintained by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development. It aims to provide loans to State Governments and State-owned corporations to complete ..

Martin Amis Passes Away

May 24, 2023

The passing of Martin Amis, a celebrated British writer, on May 19, 2023, left a void in the literary world. Known for his distinct style and dark humor, Amis’s contributions to literature earned him a place of prominence. Early Life ..

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WMO’s Updated Figures of Mortality and Economic Losses from Natural Hazards

May 24, 2023

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recently released the updated data in the Atlas of Mortality and Economic Losses from Weather, Climate and Water-related hazards. Key Findings: Bangladesh had the highest number of climate-related casualties between 1970 and 2021. With 520,758 ..

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The Green Shift: The Low Carbon Transition of India’s Oil and Gas Sector

May 24, 2023

In a recent report released by the Energy Transition Advisory Committee (ETAC), titled “The Green Shift: The Low Carbon Transition of India’s Oil and Gas Sector,” the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG) emphasized the need for India’s energy ..

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What is Sengol?

May 24, 2023

In the upcoming inauguration of the new Parliament building, a significant item called the ‘Sengol’ sceptre will be installed at a prominent spot. A Symbol of Transfer of Power The ‘Sengol’ sceptre carries significant historical significance as it was gifted ..

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G20 High-Level Principles on Hydrogen

May 24, 2023

The global shift towards clean and sustainable energy sources is gaining momentum as countries strive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. In this context, India has proposed a discussion on global standards for ‘green, clean, and low ..

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MRPL-HPCL Merger

May 24, 2023

The oil ministry is considering a merger between Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL), both subsidiaries of Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC). This proposal, which had been suggested shortly after ONGC acquired HPCL ..

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Repeat Offenders: Coal Power Plants Top the EU Emitters List

May 24, 2023

The European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) plays a crucial role in monitoring greenhouse gas pollution and addressing climate challenges. Global Energy think tank Ember recently released the “Repeat offenders: coal power plants top the EU emitters list” report ..

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