Page-14 of Current Affairs - November, 2023

India Develops Sea Protocols to Boost Export of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

India is actively developing sea protocols for the export of various fresh fruits and vegetables like bananas, mangoes, pomegranates, and jackfruit. This strategic move aims to promote exports through ocean routes, offering cost advantages and accommodating larger volumes compared to ..

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NASA’s Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE)

NASA is set to launch the Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE), a pioneering mission aimed at studying the interactions between terrestrial and space weather. This $42 million mission, planned under NASA’s Heliophysics Explorers Program, will focus on understanding the impact of ..

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Rare Metal Tantalum Discovered in Punjab Soil

A team led by Dr. Resmi Sebastian, assistant professor at the institute’s Civil Engineering Department, has discovered tantalum, a rare metal, in Punjab soil. This discovery holds significance not only for Punjab but for India, given tantalum’s widespread use in ..

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ICRA Forecasts Sequential Moderation in India’s GDP Growth to 7% in Q2 FY2024

ICRA, the rating agency, predicts a sequential moderation in India’s GDP growth to 7% in the July-September 2023 quarter, down from 7.8% in Q1 FY2024. Despite the moderation, the second-quarter expansion is expected to surpass the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) ..

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Uttar Pradesh Government Launches Safe City Project

The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated the Safe City Project, a comprehensive surveillance initiative aimed at bolstering security. The project includes the installation of CCTV cameras at entry and exit points of 17 municipal corporations, government and non-government educational institutions, ..

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UGC to Revise National Eligibility Test (NET) Syllabus

The University Grants Commission (UGC) is set to revise the syllabus for the National Eligibility Test (NET), announced UGC Chairman Jagadesh Kumar. He assured that candidates appearing for NET would be given sufficient time before the implementation of the revised ..

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ICMR Study Finds No Link Between COVID-19 Vaccines and Sudden Deaths

A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) across 39 network hospitals in India has determined that COVID-19 vaccines are not associated with an increased risk of sudden deaths. In fact, vaccination appears to reduce the risk ..

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Innovative Approach to Tackle Illegal Sand Mining in Bihar

Authorities in Bihar’s Bhojpur district have adopted a unique strategy to curb illegal sand mining by constructing pillars in the Sone river on either side of the Arrah-Sahar bridge. The initiative aims to impede boats from transporting illegally mined sand ..

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