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ISRO’s PSLV C-37 Upper Stage Re-enters Earth’s Atmosphere

October 9, 2024

On October 6, 2024, the upper stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle C-37 (PSLV-C37) successfully re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere. This mission, which launched on February 15, 2017, was a major achievement for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), as ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 9, 2024

October 9, 2024

1. What is the name of the initiative recently launched by Himachal Pradesh to tackle drug trafficking? [A] Navjeevan[B] Sankalp[C] Viksit[D] Nirman Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Sankalp] Notes:Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the ‘Sankalp’ initiative on ..

Assam Launches Nijut Moina Scheme

October 8, 2024

The Assam government has started an important program called the ‘Nijut Moina’ scheme to fight against child marriage. This initiative aims to encourage girls to continue their education, especially since child marriage has been a serious problem in the state. ..

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Sanjeev Kumar Singla Appointed India’s Ambassador to France

October 8, 2024

Sanjeev Kumar Singla has been appointed as India’s new Ambassador to France, taking over from his previous role as Ambassador to Israel. This change comes during a sensitive time due to the ongoing Israel-Palestine crisis. His new position reflects India’s ..

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Rajnath Singh Launches Aditi 2.0 and DISC 12 Initiatives

October 8, 2024

India’s Defence Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, launched two key initiatives—ADITI 2.0 and DISC 12—at DefConnect 4.0 in Delhi. These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s defence technology ecosystem by encouraging innovation and providing financial support for new ideas. What is ADITI ..

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India Joins 44th Codex Committee Meeting on Nutrition and Special Diets

October 8, 2024

India took part in the 44th session of the Codex Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses (CCNFSDU) held in Dresden, Germany, from October 2-6, 2024. At this meeting, India shared important insights on food safety, nutrition, and ..

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National Anubhav Awards Scheme 2025

October 8, 2024

In March 2015, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, introduced the ‘Anubhav’ platform through the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare. This is an online platform where retiring and retired government employees can share their work experiences with ..

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Southern Africa Culls Elephants Amid Severe Drought Crisis

October 8, 2024

Southern Africa is experiencing its worst drought in over a century, causing serious food shortages. Countries like Zimbabwe and Namibia have started wildlife-culling programs to address the growing food insecurity caused by this environmental crisis. What is Causing the Drought? ..

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