Page-23 of GKToday Archives: July, 2024
Aditya-L1 Completes First Orbit at Sun-Earth L1 Point
With its station at the Sun-Earth Lagrangian point L1, the Aditya-L1 mission is India’s first attempt to study the sun. The spaceship, which was launched on September 2, 2023, reached its target halo orbit around L1 on January 6, 2024. ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
World’s First Brain Implant for Epilepsy Control
Oran Knowlson, a teenager from the United Kingdom, has made medical history as the first person in the world to receive a brain implant designed to control epileptic seizures. A deep brain stimulation (DBS) implant, a new and innovative device, ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Agenda for the 16th Finance Commission
According to Article 280 of the Indian Constitution, the 16th Finance Commission (FC) of India has started its work. This is to make sure that the combined fund is shared fairly among all levels of government, including local bodies. New ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: July 3, 2024
1. Recently, which organization has approved a $1.5 billion loan to support India’s green hydrogen initiatives? [A] World Bank[B] International Monetary Fund[C] International Bank for Reconstruction and Development [D] International Development Association Show Answer Correct Answer: A [World Bank] Notes:The ..
Nomadic Elephant-2024
The 16th “Nomadic Elephant” Joint Military Exercise will take place between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Army from July 3, 2024, to July 16, 2024. They are going to do this military drill in Umroi, Meghalaya. The goal of ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Tata Leads as India’s Most Valuable Brand, Grows 9%
Tata Group is still India’s most valuable brand, with a value of US$ 28.6 billion, which is 9% more than the previous year. With this kind of progress, Tata is almost ready to become the first Indian brand to be ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
India Implements New Laws, Replaces Colonial-Era Codes
Three new crime laws were put into effect in India on July 1, 2023. This was a big change in the country’s legal system. The goal of these laws is to bring the current legal system up to date by ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
What is SEBEX 2, Most Powerful Non-Nuclear Explosive Developed by Indian Navy?
Together with Solar Industries, the Indian Navy has created SEBEX 2, a cutting-edge bomb that is 2.01 times more powerful than TNT. This is a very important step forward for India’s Defense Export Promotion Scheme. Advantages of SEBEX 2 SEBEX ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
What is Project Nexus by RBI?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has joined Project Nexus, a worldwide effort to make it easier for people to send money instantly across borders. To do this, Fast Payment Systems (FPSs) in different countries are linked together. In this ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
41,000-Year-Old Ostrich Nest Found in Andhra Pradesh
In Prakasam, Andhra Pradesh, archaeologists found an ostrich nest that is 41,000 years old. This is the oldest known nest of its kind anywhere in the world. The site gave us important information about the megafauna of prehistoric India, including ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs