Page-30 of Current Affairs - June, 2023

GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation

In the ever-evolving world of aviation, technological advancements play a crucial role in ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency. One such groundbreaking innovation is the GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) system. Developed jointly by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) ..

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Salt Cavern-based Oil Storage Facility

Engineers India (EIL), a government-owned engineering consultancy firm, is conducting a study in Rajasthan to assess the potential and feasibility of establishing salt cavern-based strategic oil reserves. This initiative aligns with the Indian government’s objective of enhancing the country’s strategic ..

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Helmand River Dispute

Iran and Afghanistan have been involved in a longstanding conflict concerning the distribution of water resources from the Helmand River. Recent events, including clashes between Iranian and Taliban troops along the border, have further escalated tensions between the two countries. ..

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Training Launch of Agni-1 Ballistic Missile

India continues to make significant strides in bolstering its strategic defense capabilities through successful missile launches. The recent training launch of the Agni-1 missile by the Strategic Forces Command from APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha stands as a testament ..

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Ambulator Discovered in Australia

In a remarkable discovery, Flinders University palaeontologists have unveiled a new group of ancient marsupials named Ambulator, meaning “walker or wanderer.” These fascinating creatures roamed Australia’s parched interior approximately 3.5 million years ago. The study, published in the Italian Journal ..

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Reconstructing the Face of King Tutankhamun

The ancient pharaohs of Egypt have long fascinated the world with their rich history and enigmatic personas. King Tutankhamun, a prominent figure in ancient Egyptian civilization, has captured the imagination of historians and archaeologists for centuries. Recently, scientists embarked on ..

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Desiccation-Tolerant Vascular Plant Species

The Western Ghats, known as India’s biodiversity hotspot, harbors an impressive assortment of Vascular Plant Species that exhibit an exceptional trait known as Desiccation-Tolerance (DT). These extraordinary plants have the remarkable capacity to endure severe dehydration, withstanding the loss of ..

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PM SVANidhi Mobile App

The PM SVANidhi scheme, launched by the Central government, has provided crucial support to street vendors in India during the challenging times brought on by the pandemic. Recently, the government unveiled a mobile app specifically designed for street vendors to ..

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