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17th Divya Kala Mela in Raipur
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 17th Divya Kala Mela in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, this event celebrates the talents of Divyang (disabled) individuals. Purpose of the Event The Divya Kala ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
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Kerala University Develops Innovative Cyanide Sensor for Enhanced Safety
A research team at the Central University of Kerala, led by Dr. Ravi Kumar Kanaparthi, has developed an advanced cyanide sensor. This new technology is crucial for improving the safety of drinking water and food, especially in areas where cyanide-rich ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
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Maharashtra Launches ₹1,500 Monthly Aid for Eligible Women
Maharashtra will launch the ‘Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin’ scheme on August 17, announced by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. This scheme is designed to give financial help to more than one crore (10 million) eligible women in the state. The launch ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
Maharashtra Protects Ancient Ratnagiri Geoglyphs and Petroglyphs
The Maharashtra government has officially designated the geoglyphs and petroglyphs in Ratnagiri as protected monuments under the Maharashtra Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960. This decision responds to growing concerns about preserving these important cultural artifacts. Significance ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
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Chhattisgarh Establishes Third Largest Tiger Reserve Amid Decline
Chhattisgarh has recently approved the creation of the Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve to address a sharp decline in the state’s tiger population. The new reserve combines an existing national park and a wildlife sanctuary, to improve conservation efforts despite ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
Haryana Becomes First State to Procure All Crops at MSP
On August 4, 2024, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that the state would buy all crops at the Minimum Support Price (MSP), making Haryana the first state in India to do this on such a wide scale. This ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
What is the Karnataka MUDA scam?
The Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) is under investigation for possible unfair practices in giving out land as compensation for taking over private property. The issue became more serious when it was alleged that Parvathi, the wife of Karnataka Chief ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs
How Will Gen AI Conclave in Kochi Impact Kerala?
An international conference on Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) will be held in Kochi on July 11 and 12. This was stated by the government of Kerala. As a result of working with the global tech company IBM on this ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2024
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