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Punjab to begin Census of Indus River Dolphin
The state of Punjab is set to start the Census of one of the world’s most threatened cetaceans, Indus River dolphin. Key facts Indus River dolphin is scientifically called as Platanista gangetica minor. It is a freshwater dolphin, found in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Mazagon Dock delivers first Destroyer
On October 28, 2021, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) delivered the first ship of “Project 15B Class Destroyer Visakhapatnam” to the Indian Navy. Key points The ship is likely to commission in November. It was constructed using indigenous steel. It is among ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Odisha announces full tax exemption for EVs
Government of Odisha announced full exemption of motor vehicles taxes and registration fees on electric vehicles (EVs) in the state. Highlights This decision was taken for encouraging faster adoption of EVs. Exemption was granted under the Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
India officially endorses Emission list
India officially endorsed a website made by Indian climate experts, listing the historical carbon dioxide emissions of developed countries. Highlights India endorsed the emission list ahead of commencement of the 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
“Dairy Sahakar” scheme- Key Facts
Union Minister of Home Affairs, Amit Shah, launched the Dairy Sahakar Scheme on October 31, 2021. Scheme was launched at Anand, Gujarat with the objective of doubling farmer’s income and making a Atmanirbhar Bharat. Dairy Sahakar Scheme The scheme was ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav: Culture Ministry launches 3 competitions
Ministry of Culture has launched three nationwide competitions for Deshbhakti Geet writing, Lori writing and Rangoli Making on the occasion of National Unity Day. Key Points Competitions will be held from Tehshil level, Taluka level to National level. Announcement for ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrated
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day is celebrated on October 31, every year. Key facts Government of India had introduced this day in 2014 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Year 2021 marked 146th birth anniversary ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Nov 1: Nine states & UTs celebrate formation day
In India, seven states namely, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab & Madhya Pradesh and two union territories Lakshadweep & Puducherry are celebrating Foundation Day on November 1, 2021. Highlights Earlier, Tamil Nadu also used to celebrate its foundation ..