Page-20 of GKToday Archives: May, 2023
Ghaziabad-Aligarh Expressway
The Ghaziabad-Aligarh Expressway has witnessed a remarkable achievement with the construction of a 100-kilometer road in a record time of 100 hours. This accomplishment is a testament to India’s progress in road infrastructure and has garnered praise from top leaders. ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
76th World Health Assembly
The 76th World Health Assembly, a significant global health event, is scheduled to be held from May 21 to May 30 in Geneva, Switzerland. This annual assembly serves as a platform for representatives from all member states of the World ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Sea Trial of INS Vaghsheer
The Indian Navy’s Project-75, aimed at enhancing its submarine fleet, has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of sea trials for the sixth Scorpene Submarine. Named Vaghsheer, this submarine sets the stage for further strengthening the country’s naval capabilities. ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Vladivostok Port
China and Russia have reached an important agreement that will enhance their economic cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties. The agreement focuses on the utilization of the Russian port, Vladivostok, as a transit hub for domestic shipments from China. This development ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs • Places in News Current Affairs
SEBI’s Risk Disclosure Framework for Individual Traders in Equity Derivative Segment
To enhance investor protection and promote informed decision making, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced a new risk disclosure framework for individual traders in the equity Futures & Options (F&O) segment. This framework, which will come ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
New Accreditation Reforms for IITs and HEIs
A recent government panel report on accreditation and rankings in higher education institutes (HEIs) has put forth a comprehensive proposal to enhance the evaluation and assessment processes. The recommendations aim to bring Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and other HEIs ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
MH60R Helicopter Successfully Lands and Takes Off from INS Kolkata
The Indian Navy recently achieved a significant milestone with its newest helicopter, the MH-60R, also known as Romeo. The helicopter successfully carried out its maiden landing and take-off from INS Kolkata, an indigenously designed and constructed destroyer. This development marks ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – April 30 – May 1, 2023 [Mock Test]
1. Identify the lake from the statements given below: Kallada River is the major source of water for this lake. It is called the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala. It is a Ramsar site. Choose the correct answer using the ..