Page-3 of Current Affairs - October, 2023

CBD Discovered in Common Brazilian Plant

October 28, 2023

Scientists have made a significant discovery by finding cannabidiol (CBD), a compound known for its therapeutic potential in cannabis, in a commonly found plant in Brazil. This breakthrough opens new doors for the production of CBD from alternative sources. The ..

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Google’s New Tools to Combat Misinformation and Enhance Image Understanding

October 27, 2023

In its ongoing battle against the spread of misinformation online, Google has introduced three innovative tools aimed at improving image understanding and fact-checking. These tools, “About this Image,” “Fact Check Explorer,” and AI-generated source descriptions within the “Search Generative Experience,” ..

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India Mobile Congress 2023

October 27, 2023

On October 27, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 7th Edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. This event, themed ‘Global Digital Innovation,’ aspires to strengthen India’s role as a technology developer, manufacturer, ..

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Irdai Forms Committee to Simplify Insurance Policy Language

October 27, 2023

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has taken a significant step toward improving the clarity of insurance policies. Irdai announced the formation of an eight-member committee tasked with simplifying the language used in insurance policies. The move ..

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Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (Appointment and Conditions of Service of President and Members) Rules, 2023

October 27, 2023

The Finance Ministry has recently issued rules governing the appointment and conditions of service for the president and members of Goods and Services Tax (GST) Appellate Tribunals. These rules, known as the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (Appointment and ..

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Biogas Adoption can Reduce LNG Imports

October 27, 2023

India’s energy landscape is on the brink of a transformation. A recent report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) outlines a promising strategy to replace natural gas consumption with biogas and biomethane, ultimately aiming to achieve ..

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“Calixcoca” Vaccine

October 27, 2023

Scientists in Brazil have developed a groundbreaking treatment for cocaine and crack addiction in the form of a vaccine named “Calixcoca.” This innovative vaccine aims to disrupt the effects of cocaine by triggering an immune response in the body, preventing ..

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Nanophotonic Electron Accelerator (NEA)

October 27, 2023

Scientists have achieved a groundbreaking feat by successfully activating the world’s smallest particle accelerator for the first time. This remarkable achievement, with a size comparable to a small coin, holds immense potential for various applications, including the possibility of utilizing ..

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