Page-20 of Current Affairs - June, 2023

Miss World Pageant

The Miss World pageant, one of the most prestigious beauty competitions, has a rich history and global following. It has been held in various countries since its inception. The Miss World Organization recently announced that India has been selected as ..

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Developing Nation Status Act

The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has recently approved bipartisan legislation known as the Developing Nation Status Act, which seeks to remove China’s “developing country” status. This move follows a similar action taken by the US House of Representatives in ..

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Cochin Fishing Harbour Modernization Project

The Cochin Fishing Harbour in Kerala is set to undergo a comprehensive modernisation project aimed at enhancing its infrastructure and boosting the fishing industry.   Estimated Cost and Funding Sources  The Cochin Fishing Harbour modernisation project is estimated to cost ..

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Ultra-Low Velocity Zones

Recent scientific research has uncovered a fascinating discovery deep within the Earth, challenging our existing knowledge of its geological processes. Hidden beneath the Earth’s surface, mountains of enormous proportions have been found, towering over even the renowned Mt Everest. These ..

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What is Captagon?

The recent decision by the Arab League to reinstate Syria as its member has marked the end of global isolation for President Bashar al-Assad. Consequently, this development has rekindled intense discussions surrounding the trade of Captagon pills, bringing them back ..

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CCMB Study on Genetic Diversity and Species Traits

A recent study conducted by scientists at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) has shed light on the fascinating relationship between genetic diversity and species traits. By analyzing over 1,200 sequences from a maternally-inherited gene across 128 species, ..

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Rising Prevalence of Diabetes and Lifestyle Diseases in India

A recent study conducted by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has shed light on the growing prevalence of diabetes, hypertension, and prediabetes in India. The study emphasizes the need ..

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HPCL Tests E27 Fuel

Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL) has embarked on an ambitious pilot study, becoming the first Oil Marketing Company in India to conduct comprehensive research on vehicles utilizing E27 fuel and Ethanol Blended Diesel Fuel. This initiative aligns with the ethanol ..

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