Page-28 of Current Affairs - May, 2024

NHAI Explores New Self-Healing Road Technologies

May 8, 2024

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is exploring new technologies aimed at creating pothole-free highways. This includes innovative development towards self-healing roads, encapsulating technologies that allow the roads to repair themselves automatically under specific conditions. Understanding Self-Healing Road Technologies ..

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Debate Around Religion-Based Reservations

May 8, 2024

India’s election season has reignited debates surrounding reservation based on religion. Questions are being asked about the compatibility of religion-based reservations with the secular principles enshrined in the Indian Constitution. Understanding Reservation in India The Constitution originally advocated for equality, ..

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World Bank Report on Agri-food System

May 8, 2024

The World Bank’s recent report, “Recipe for a Livable Planet: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in the Agrifood System”, has emphasized on significant potential for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the agrifood sector, which currently accounts for about a third ..

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Glyptothorax punyabratai: New Catfish Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

May 8, 2024

India’s leading institute for fish genetic resources ICAR-NBFGR has identified a new species of catfish, Glyptothorax punyabratai, in the Tung Stream of Brahmaputra River drainage system. It has been named in honour of Dr. Punyabarata Das, the founding director of ..

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Russia’s Batagaika Crater Expands Rapidly Due to Thaw

May 8, 2024

The Batagaika Crater, also spelled as Batagay, often referred to as the “gateway to the underworld,” is in the permafrost regions of Siberia, Russia and is known for its significant size and rapid expansion. Recent studies have shown that the ..

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EU Adopts First Law Against Violence Towards Women

May 8, 2024

On May 7, the European Union formally adopted groundbreaking legislation designed to combat violence against women across its 27 member states. This legislation includes measures against forced marriages, female genital mutilation, and cyber violence, marking a significant step in enhancing ..

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Gagan Strike-II: Indian Army, IAF Conduct Joint Exercise in Punjab

May 8, 2024

The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, part of the Army’s Western Command, recently concluded a three-day joint military exercise Gagan Strike-II with the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Punjab. The primary goal of Gagan Strike-II was to refine the processes involving ..

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Third Tashkent International Investment Forum Attracts $26.6 Billion in Global Investments

May 8, 2024

The 3rd Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) held recently was a resounding success, attracting global investors and facilitating deals worth $26.6 billion. More than 2,500 participants from 93 countries attended, underscoring Uzbekistan’s growing appeal as an investment destination. Key Highlights ..

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