Page-22 of Current Affairs - June, 2019

Sahara Evols: electric vehicles by Sahara Group

June 5, 2019

Sahara Group recently announced its entry into the automobile sector with plans of launching electric vehicles under the brand name ‘Sahara Evols’. The Sahara business group plans to offer a wide range of electric vehicles (EVs) along with advanced allied ..

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Malayalam actor Sheela wins J.C. Daniel Award

June 5, 2019

Veteran Malayalam actress Sheela was honoured with prestigious J C Daniel Award for her contributions to Malayalam Cinema field. She is only the second woman to win this award after Aranmula Ponnamma (in 2005). About J C Daniel Award It ..

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Mrutyunjay Mohapatra appointed Director General of IMD

June 5, 2019

Renowned scientist, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra is appointed as Director-General the India Meteorological Department (IMD). His appointment order was issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. About Mrutyunjay Mohapatra The 54-year-old cyclone warning specialist is Scientist ‘G’ (grade) in ..

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Supersonic Cruise Missile BrahMos test fired

June 5, 2019

The Anti-ship version of supersonic cruise missile BrahMos was test fired from the launch complex-3 of Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur in Odisha. About BrahMos Missile The name BrahMos is formed from names of two rivers i.e. Indian river ..

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Kharga Prahar: Army training exercise concludes

June 5, 2019

The “Kharga Prahar”, a major training exercise conducted by the Indian Army in Punjab from 27 May 2019 concluded on 4 June 2019. Key Highlights of Exercise Kharga Prahar exercise was undertaken in plains of Punjab by various units and ..

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Fee waived off for SC/ST Candidates in Jan Shikshan Sansthans

June 5, 2019

After taking charge of his office, Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey held a first review meeting with senior officials of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in which the decision was taken to ..

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#SelfiewithSapling campaign: launched by Environment Minister

June 5, 2019

On the eve of World Environment Day, Union Environment Minister, Shri Prakash Javadekar launched a people’s campaign called #SelfiewithSapling, urging people to advocate the cause on social media. Key Highlights about Campaign Union Environment Minister, Shri Prakash Javadekar urged all ..

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Bulletin: PM approves changes in Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme

June 4, 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on assuming his office took the very first decision of granting approval to major changes in the ‘Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme’ under the National Defence Fund. This decision is in line with PM’s vision for India’s ..

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Ajit Doval reappointed as National Security Adviser

June 4, 2019

Ajit Doval is reappointed as National Security Advisor (NSA) of India for another five year tenure. In recognition of his earlier contribution in the national security domain, he has also been elevated to rank of Cabinet Minister for this term. ..

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Nilekani Panel suggests measures to encourage Digital Payments

June 4, 2019

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appointed Nandan Nilekani committee has submitted its suggestions on measures to encourage digital payments in India to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das. Background: In January 2019 the RBI had set up the five-member panel under ..

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