Page-29 of GKToday Archives: May, 2023

Tilting of Tungnath Temple

The Tungnath temple, located in the picturesque Rudraprayag district of Garhwal Himalayas, has recently caught the attention of researchers from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The ASI conducted a study on the temple and discovered that it is tilting. ..

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Gekko mizoramensis

In a significant scientific breakthrough, researchers from Mizoram University and the Max Planck Institute for Biology in Tubingen, Germany, have identified and named a new species of flying gecko found in Mizoram. Key Facts The recently discovered flying gecko species ..

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Benin and Mali Eliminate Trachoma

Trachoma, a debilitating eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, has been a longstanding public health concern in numerous countries worldwide. Recently, Benin and Mali have successfully eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma Elimination in West Africa ..

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50 Start-ups Exchange Programme

India and Bangladesh have initiated a start-up exchange programme to foster collaboration and partnership between the entrepreneurial communities of both countries. The programme aims to explore opportunities, share knowledge, and enhance cooperation in various sectors. The first group of 10 ..

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NIRSpec Instrument Finds Water Around the Comet Read

The James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering the presence of water around a main belt comet in our solar system. Detection Using the James Webb Space Telescope Astronomers employed the NIRSpec instrument on the James Webb ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : May 16, 2023

1. India signed a mobility pact that will allow 42,000 Indians to work, with which country? [A] Italy[B] Israel[C] USA[D] Australia Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Israel] Notes:India and Israel have inked a mobility pact that will allow 42,000 Indian ..

Odisha Millet Mission

The Odisha Millet Mission (OMM) has emerged as a significant initiative by the Odisha government to revive millet cultivation and support farmers in the state. Under this flagship program, the government has successfully procured a substantial quantity of ragi or ..

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Spring 2023 Economic Forecast

The European Commission recently revised its growth outlook for the European continent for the years 2023-2024, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of various challenges. Despite an anticipated winter slump and a looming energy crisis resulting from Russia’s aggression against ..

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