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BrahMos Air Launched Missile test fired from a Su-30 MKI
The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully fired aerial version of supersonic BrahMos cruise missile from a Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. Key Highlights About: The IAF successfully fired BrahMos Air Launched Missile from its frontline Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. Background: Earlier ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
Bhawana Kanth: 1st Woman IAF Pilot to qualify for Combat Missions
Flight Lieutenant Bhawana Kanth scripted history by becoming first woman pilot of Indian Air Force (IAF) to qualify to undertake combat missions on a fighter jet. About Bhawana Kanth She is from the first batch of women fighter pilots of ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
Supreme Court gets full strength of Judges
Supreme Court has reached its full sanctioned strength of 31 with appointment of 4 new judges to the apex court. The total sanctioned strength of Supreme Court is 31 (30 + 1), which includes 30 Supreme Court Judges and 1 ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
22 May: International Day for Biological Diversity observed
The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) was observed on 22 May 2019. The day is celebrated every year to increase understanding and awareness about biodiversity issues. About International Day for Biological Diversity Background: The International Day for Biological Diversity ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
20 May 2019: CCI celebrates its 10th Annual Day
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) celebrated its 10th Annual Day on 20 May 2019. The date ‘20 May’ marks the notification of substantive enforcement provisions of the Competition Act, 2002. About Competition Commission of India CCI is a statutory ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
‘Not all animals migrate by choice’ campaign launched
Ahead of International Day of Biological Diversity (celebrated on 22 May), an awareness campaign was launched by the name of ‘Not all animals migrate by choice’ to be displayed at major airports across India. Key Highlights about Campaign Objective: To ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
Vice President calls for protecting Ongole Cattle Breed
The Vice President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu called for protecting and promoting the indigenous Ongole cattle breed. He also released a Compendium on Ongole breed of cattle at the Swarna Bharat Trust in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Key Highlights Vice ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
RBI to create a ‘Specialised Supervisory and Regulatory Cadre’
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) Central Board has decided to create a ‘Specialised Supervisory and Regulatory Cadre’ within the RBI. Key Highlights About: The decision to create a Specialised Supervisory and Regulatory Cadre within the RBI was taken at ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
‘Formula One’ Legend: Niki Lauda dies at 70
Three-time Formula One (F1) World champion Niki Lauda dies in Vienna at the age of 70. He underwent a lung transplant in August 2018. About Niki Lauda The Austrian national was one of the best known figures in motor racing. ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
Golden Card Permanent Residency Scheme
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched ‘Golden Card’ Permanent Residency Scheme in an attempt to woo wealthy individuals and exceptional talents from all over the world. Key Highlights About: The “Golden Card” programme was unveiled by UAE Prime Minister Sheikh ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019