Page-8 of Current Affairs - May, 2023

France’s Ban on Short-haul Flights

May 26, 2023

France has taken a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions by passing a law that bans certain domestic flights and encourages travelers to opt for train journeys instead. This move aims to address the environmental impact of air travel and ..

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Urban Climate Film Festival

May 26, 2023

The Urban Climate Film Festival, organized by the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) and supported by the CITIIS program, is set to captivate audiences with its curated selection of films from around the world. This festival aims to raise ..

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AIRAWAT at 75th Position in Top 500 Global Supercomputing List

May 26, 2023

India has achieved a significant milestone in the realm of technology with its AI supercomputer ‘AIRAWAT’ securing the 75th position in the prestigious Top 500 Global Supercomputing List. This feat was announced during the 61st edition of the International Supercomputing ..

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What is Volt Typhoon?

May 26, 2023

Volt Typhoon is a hacking group that has been active since at least 2017. The group is believed to be state-sponsored by China and is known for its focus on espionage and information gathering. Volt Typhoon has been linked to ..

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What is UDAN 5.1?

May 25, 2023

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has launched UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), a scheme aimed at improving connectivity to remote areas of the country. The latest version, UDAN 5.1, focuses on last mile connectivity through helicopters. Last Mile Connectivity ..

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PCIM&H e-Office and Online Portal

May 25, 2023

The E-Office portal of Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) was inaugurated by Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping and Waterways. This portal aims to revolutionize the way pharmacopoeia monographs are accessed and shared ..

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India to Launch 18 New petaFLOP Supercomputers

May 25, 2023

Supercomputers have revolutionized various fields of science and technology, and weather forecasting is no exception. India is currently planning to launch 18 new petaFLOP supercomputers for weather forecasting this year. The deployment of powerful supercomputers enables meteorologists to make more ..

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New Building of Jharkhand High Court

May 25, 2023

The new building of the Jharkhand High Court in Ranchi stands as a testament to modern architecture and the commitment to efficient justice. It was inaugurated recently by President Murmu. With a cost of Rs 550 crore, this grand structure ..

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