Current Affairs - June, 2023
Rajindar Singh Dhatt Receives Points of Light Award
On a special occasion during the UK-India Week celebration, Rajindar Singh Dhatt, a veteran soldier, was presented with the prestigious Points of Light award by the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak. Recognizing Dhatt’s Dedication Rajindar Singh ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Gravitational Wave Background
Telescopes around the world have made a remarkable discovery known as the “gravitational wave background.” This breakthrough, revealed in recent papers, aligns with Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity and offers profound insights into the nature of space and time. ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Genetic Variant Link to Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Scientists have recently made a breakthrough in MS research by discovering a genetic variant that is linked to the severity of the disease. This finding is seen ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Oceans’ Short-Lived Halogens Contribute 8-10% Cooling
Oceans play a crucial role in regulating the Earth’s climate beyond absorbing carbon dioxide. A recent study has revealed that oceans release short-lived halogens, such as chlorine, bromine, and iodine, which contribute significantly to cooling the planet. The Cooling ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
High Ambient Temperature’s Influence on IPV Prevalence
A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry sheds light on the correlation between temperature and intimate partner violence (IPV) against women. Conducted by an international team of researchers from China, Pakistan, Australia, Germany, Tanzania, the United Kingdom, and the United ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Tarang Shakti
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is gearing up to organize a significant multilateral exercise called Tarang Shakti, as disclosed by an official familiar with the matter. This exercise aims to enhance military cooperation and collaboration with air forces from 12 ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Gustav Klimt
Gustav Klimt, the renowned Austrian artist, has made history with the sale of his last portrait at an auction in London. Record-Breaking Price Gustav Klimt’s final masterpiece, titled “Dame mit Fächer” or “Lady with a Fan,” fetched an astounding price ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Differential Time-Based Electricity Tariffs
The Union Power Ministry in India has recently announced proposed changes that could revolutionize the electricity tariff system. These changes involve the implementation of differential time-based electricity tariffs, which aim to optimize energy consumption and integrate renewable energy sources. Understanding ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs