India’s longest ropeway service opened in Guwahati over Brahmaputra

Northeast Indian city, Guwahati has earned the longest river crossing ropeway in India across the Brahmaputra river. The project has been completed with an enormous effort of 11 years. About the ropeway It was installed by Kolkata-based Samir Damodar Ropeways. ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

“MY IAF”: Indian Air Force launches new mobile application for aspirants

As part of the ‘Digital India’ initiative, the Chief of the Air Staff, Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria has launched a mobile application named ‘My IAF’ containing career-related information with job details that are going to be useful for candidates. How ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

Businesses, with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are exempted from GST

The Finance Ministry of the Government of India has declared in a series of statements that Businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh will enjoy GST exemption. Previously the threshold limit was Rs 20 lakh. Key ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

Mumbai Urban Transport Project-III: India signs USD 500 million loan agreement with AIIB

A loan agreement has been signed by the Central government of India, State Government of Maharashtra, Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank for a Mumbai Urban Transport Project-III worth 500 million USD. What is Mumbai Urban ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

1st India-Uzbekistan National Coordination Committee meeting held

The first meeting of the National Coordination Committees for monitoring implementation of mutually agreed projects between India and the Central Asian nation Uzbekistan has concluded. What are the discussions made in the meeting? Both nations reexamined the activities of bilateral ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

World Tribal Day

World Tribal Day also known as International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, is observed on August 9th each year. On the same day in 1982, first meeting of UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations was held at Geneva. The ..

Indian Science Congress (ISC)

The Indian Science Congress (ISC) is an annual event organized by the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA). It serves as a platform for scientists, researchers, academicians, policymakers, and students from various disciplines to come together and discuss the latest advancements ..

Pettimudi Hills Tragedy

Pettimudi Hills, located in the Idukki district of Kerala, India, gained international attention in August 2020 due to a catastrophic landslide that resulted in a significant loss of life and property. The disaster highlighted the vulnerability of hilly regions to ..

Successful Mars Missions

Mars, often referred to as the “Red Planet,” has captivated the imagination of scientists and space enthusiasts for centuries. Over the years, various space agencies and organizations have launched missions to explore Mars and unlock its mysteries. Many of these ..

International Cricket Council (ICC)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the global governing body for the sport of cricket. Established in 1909, the ICC plays a crucial role in shaping the rules, regulations, and development of cricket worldwide. With a mission to promote and ..