Page-17 of Current Affairs - May, 2023

African Plume Heatwave

May 20, 2023

The United Kingdom is bracing itself for unprecedented heat wave conditions as meteorologists warn of the arrival of the African Plume, a meteorological phenomenon that brings scorching temperatures from the Sahara desert to Europe. The impact of this weather system ..

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Zorawar Light Tank

May 20, 2023

The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a private sector firm, are jointly developing the light tank Zorawar. This collaborative effort aims to enhance India’s defense capabilities in the mountainous border regions, specifically targeting the ..

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Kudumbashree Celebrates Silver Jubilee

May 20, 2023

President Droupadi Murmu, during her recent visit to Kerala, inaugurated the silver jubilee celebrations of Kudumbashree, the largest self-help group network in the country. Celebrating 25 Years of Kudumbashree The event celebrating the silver jubilee of Kudumbashree provided the opportunity ..

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Panthera and Oxford University’s WildCRU Collaborate to Protect Lions

May 20, 2023

Lions in Africa have been facing a significant decline in their populations due to various threats. Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU) and Panthera, the global wild cat conservation organization, are collaborating to address this concern. Appointment of Andrew ..

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World Health Statistics 2023

May 20, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide, leading to millions of lives lost and significant disruptions to global health. In a recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO), the true magnitude of the pandemic’s toll on human lives ..

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RBI Withdraws Rs.2,000 Denomination Notes

May 20, 2023

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently taken a significant step by withdrawing the Rs 2000 banknotes from circulation. Reasons for the Withdrawal The RBI has decided to withdraw Rs.2,000 notes as it has fulfilled the currency requirement objective ..

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National Capital Civil Service Authority

May 20, 2023

In a significant move towards effective governance, the National Capital Civil Service Authority has been established through the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023. This authority plays a crucial role in the transfer and disciplinary proceedings ..

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Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)

May 20, 2023

In India, a network called ONDC is aiming to revolutionize the digital commerce landscape. ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) employs a network-centric approach to democratize digital commerce and make it more accessible and inclusive. With its goal to transform ..

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