Page-14 of Current Affairs - June, 2023

Groundwater Extraction Tilts the Earth

June 19, 2023

The Earth’s axis, the point along which the planet rotates, has experienced a significant tilt of nearly 80 cm to the east. This tilt has been attributed to the pumping and movement of groundwater, as revealed by a recent study. ..

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EU to Strengthen Action Against Antimicrobial Resistance

June 19, 2023

The Council of the European Union recently adopted recommendations to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a pressing global health issue. These recommendations, aimed at reducing the risk of microorganisms developing resistance to medical interventions, were part of a proposal submitted by ..

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National Conference on ‘Foundational Literacy and Numeracy’

June 19, 2023

The city of Pune recently hosted a two-day national conference on foundational literacy and numeracy, which served as a pre-cursor event to the highly anticipated G-20 4th Education Working Group Meeting. The conference aimed to bring together representatives from various ..

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Cross-services Postings of Indian Armed Forces

June 19, 2023

The Indian Armed Forces are embarking on a significant endeavor to enhance jointness and integration among the three services. This initiative includes cross-services postings of senior officers and the implementation of common annual confidential reports. These steps are aligned with ..

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Kamala Sohonie

June 19, 2023

On June 18, the 112th birth anniversary of Kamala Sohonie was celebrated, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions as the first Indian woman in a scientific discipline. Sohonie’s journey was marked by determination and resilience as she overcame gender biases to make ..

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Miyawaki Forests

June 19, 2023

In an effort to combat climate change, curb pollution levels, and increase the green cover of Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has embraced the Miyawaki plantation method. This Japanese technique involves creating dense urban forests within small land parcels ..

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Evolution of Pride Flag

June 19, 2023

The Pride flag has become an iconic symbol of the LGBTQIA+ community, representing diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Over the years, the flag has evolved to incorporate new elements and colors, each carrying significant meaning.   The Original Rainbow Pride Flag  ..

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Who is Daniel Ellsberg?

June 19, 2023

The release of the classified “Pentagon Papers” in 1971 had far-reaching consequences, and one man played a pivotal role in exposing the doubts and deceptions surrounding the Vietnam War. Daniel Ellsberg, who recently passed away from pancreatic cancer, became a ..

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