Page-26 of Current Affairs - June, 2023

Currency Demand Paradox

June 1, 2023

The currency demand paradox, often referred to as the “paradox of banknotes,” is a phenomenon where the value of banknotes in circulation increases despite a decline in their use for payments. This intriguing trend has been observed in several nations ..

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Canada’s Category-based Selection for Express Entry

June 1, 2023

Canada has recently introduced category-based selection draws for its Express Entry candidates, aiming to prioritize individuals with strong French language proficiency or work experience in key sectors. These new measures are expected to commence implementation later this summer. Addressing Labour ..

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India-EU Global Gateway Conference

June 1, 2023

The Ministry of External Affairs, the EU Delegation to India, and the Asian Confluence have come together to organize the India-EU Connectivity Conference. This conference aims to explore opportunities for boosting connectivity investments in India’s North Eastern States and its ..

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Pfizer Inc’s RSV Vaccine

June 1, 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently granted approval for Pfizer Inc’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine for older adults. This marks a significant development in the fight against RSV, a common respiratory disease that poses a serious threat ..

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Ahmednagar District to be Named After Ahilyabai Holkar

June 1, 2023

Ahmednagar district in Maharashtra has recently undergone a significant change as it is now known by a new name, Punyashlok Ahilya Devi Holkar. Ahilyabai Holkar: A Symbol of Strength and Leadership Ahilyabai Holkar, daughter of Mankoji Shinde, is a legendary ..

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Brazil’s Bill 490

June 1, 2023

Protests have broken out across Brazil in response to the approval of a new land bill by the country’s Chamber of Deputies. The bill, known as Bill 490, imposes restrictions on the recognition of ancestral land for indigenous people. This ..

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Trans-Exclusionary Radical Feminist

June 1, 2023

The Oxford Union talk featuring Dr Kathleen Stock, a gender-critical feminist academic, was met with opposition and protests from trans-rights activists. Dr Stock, known for her views on biological sex and gender identity, has been a prominent figure in discussions ..

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Centralised Laboratory Network (CLN)

June 1, 2023

India has recently become a member of the Centralized Laboratory Network (CLN), a global collaboration aimed at testing vaccines during pandemic and epidemic disease outbreaks. The CLN, which is part of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), consists of ..

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UAE Withdraws from Combined Maritime Forces

June 1, 2023

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently made headlines by withdrawing from the U.S.-led Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), a maritime coalition responsible for securing crucial Gulf waters. This decision comes amid rising tensions in the region and poses questions about ..

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2023 Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo

June 1, 2023

The Asia-Pacific region has witnessed an escalation in tensions, leading to increased military exercises and diplomatic maneuvers by various countries. A notable event on the horizon is the Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) hosted by Indonesia. China’s Participation China, a ..

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