Page-16 of Current Affairs - November, 2020
WHO: For the first time commits to eliminate cervical cancer globally
During its closing day of 73rd World Health Assembly, on November 17, 2020, the World Health Organization released the “Global Strategy to Accelerate the Elimination of Cervical Cancer”. The international organization aims to reduce more than 40% of new cases ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Why did India not sign the world largest RCEP trade deal?
On November 15, 2020, China and other fourteen Asian countries signed the world largest trade pact under the RCEP of ASEAN grouping. The agreement left the doors open for India. However, in 2019, India walked out of the agreement. Why ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
What is mRNA Technology used in COVID-19 vaccines for the first time?
On November 16, 2020, Moderna, a US Biotech firm announced that its COVID-19 vaccines are 94.5% effective. The announcement comes in days after Pfizer released results showing 90% effectiveness in its own vaccine. Both the companies use mRNA technology in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
COVAXIN of Bharat Biotech enters Phase III trials: Largest COVID-19 clinical trial of India
On November 16, 2020 the Bharat Biotech announced the commencement of Phase III trials of COVAXIN vaccines in India. The trials will involve 26,000 volunteers. It is to be held in partnership with the Indian Council of Medical Research. The ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Why did the Peruvian President Manuel Merino resign?
On November 15, 2020, the Peruvian President Manuel Merino was forced out of power (meaning forced to resign). What is the issue? On November 9, 2020, Martin Vizcarra, predecessor of Manuel was impeached by the Peruvian Legislature. He was impeached ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
WPI inflation at 1.48% in October 2020; Increased for third consecutive month
The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) increased to 1.48% in October 2020. This was the highest in the past eight months. Key Highlights The inflation rate based on WPI Food Index fell from 6.92% in September 2020 t0 5.78% in October ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Current Affairs – November 17, 2020 [Today’s News Headlines]
Here are Today’s News Headlines for November 17, 2020 India Nitish Kumar appointed as Chief Minister of Bihar On November 16, 2020, Nitish Kumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Biahr by Governor Phagu Chauhan. The 69-year-old CM ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Aryna Sabalenka wins Linz Title; replaces Serena Williams in top 10 ranking
On November 16, 2020, Aryna Sabalenka won the Linz Open. The 22-year old Belarusian traded places with Serena Williams who has dropped to 11th in ranking. Serena has not played since French Open due to her Achilles injury. Aryna Sabalenka ..