Page-19 of Current Affairs - May, 2023

Benin and Mali Eliminate Trachoma

May 17, 2023

Trachoma, a debilitating eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, has been a longstanding public health concern in numerous countries worldwide. Recently, Benin and Mali have successfully eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma Elimination in West Africa ..

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50 Start-ups Exchange Programme

May 16, 2023

India and Bangladesh have initiated a start-up exchange programme to foster collaboration and partnership between the entrepreneurial communities of both countries. The programme aims to explore opportunities, share knowledge, and enhance cooperation in various sectors. The first group of 10 ..

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NIRSpec Instrument Finds Water Around the Comet Read

May 16, 2023

The James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering the presence of water around a main belt comet in our solar system. Detection Using the James Webb Space Telescope Astronomers employed the NIRSpec instrument on the James Webb ..

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Odisha Millet Mission

May 16, 2023

The Odisha Millet Mission (OMM) has emerged as a significant initiative by the Odisha government to revive millet cultivation and support farmers in the state. Under this flagship program, the government has successfully procured a substantial quantity of ragi or ..

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Spring 2023 Economic Forecast

May 16, 2023

The European Commission recently revised its growth outlook for the European continent for the years 2023-2024, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of various challenges. Despite an anticipated winter slump and a looming energy crisis resulting from Russia’s aggression against ..

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INS Mormugao Successfully Fires Brahmos Supersonic Cruise Missile

May 15, 2023

The Indian Navy achieved a significant milestone as the guided missile destroyer INS Mormugao successfully conducted its maiden firing of a Brahmos Supersonic cruise missile. The firing, which resulted in hitting the ‘Bulls Eye,’ showcased the Navy’s self-reliance and enhanced ..

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UTSAH Portal and PoP Portal

May 15, 2023
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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has taken significant steps towards improving the quality and effectiveness of higher education in India. Two new portals, namely the ‘UTSAH’ portal and the Professor of Practice (PoP) portal, have been launched with the aim ..

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Great Grandfather Tree

May 15, 2023

In a forest in southern Chile, there stands a remarkable tree that has captured the attention of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Known as the “Great Grandfather,” this ancient tree is believed to be the oldest in the world, with ..

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Samudra Shakti-23

May 15, 2023

The bilateral exercise between India and Indonesia, known as Samudra Shakti-23, has commenced recently. The indigenously built anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kavaratti arrived at Batam, Indonesia to take part in this exercise. Objectives of Samudra Shakti-23 The primary purpose of ..

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Pasang Dawa Sherpa

May 15, 2023

The awe-inspiring Mount Everest continues to captivate adventurers and climbers from around the world. In recent news, the Nepali Sherpa community has made remarkable strides, breaking records and achieving extraordinary feats on the world’s highest peak. Recently, Pasang Dawa Sherpa ..

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