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HAL and CSIR-NAL Ink ToT for Tejas Mk1A Engine Bay Doors

November 9, 2023

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has solidified a Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement with CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) for the production of BMI Engine Bay Doors, crucial for the LCA – Tejas Mk1A fighter jets of the Indian Air Force. About ..

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INDUS-X Investors’ Meet Precedes Indo-US 2+2 Dialogue

November 9, 2023

In anticipation of the upcoming 2+2 Indo-US ministerial dialogue, a key meeting under the aegis of Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) of India and the US Department of Defence took place. This meeting marked the first INDUS-X investors’ gathering and ..

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Venus’s Atmospheric Composition

November 9, 2023

Venus is unique in the solar system for its slow rotation, with a day on Venus lasting as long as 243 Earth days. This slow spin affects various aspects of its atmospheric behavior and composition. Production of Atomic Oxygen On ..

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Rare Red Aurora Spotted in Ladakh

November 9, 2023

The night sky observatories of Hanle and Merak in Ladakh recently witnessed a spectacular and rare event—a bright red aurora. This is an extraordinary occurrence for India, where such phenomena are infrequent. What are Auroras? Auroras are stunning light displays ..

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IEA: India’s Energy Efficiency Building Codes Leading the Way in Sustainable Construction

November 9, 2023

A recent report from the Paris-based International Energy Agency (IEA) in its World Energy Outlook 2023 has highlighted India’s commendable progress in the realm of energy efficiency building codes. India’s Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC), 2017, specifically for commercial buildings, ..

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Mobile Phone Usage Linked to Low Sperm Count in Men: Study

November 9, 2023

Recent research has unveiled a connection between mobile phone usage and low sperm counts in men. Over the past five decades, global sperm counts have seen a decline of more than 50%. The study aims to shed light on the ..

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Climate Change Displacing Animals

November 9, 2023

A recent analysis published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution sheds light on the profound consequences of extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, on native and non-native species. As our planet experiences an increase in the frequency and ..

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How Gaza’s Health Ministry Tracks Casualties Amid Conflict

November 9, 2023

As Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza Strip intensifies, the death toll in this Palestinian enclave has reached a staggering number, surpassing 10,000 people. With the borders sealed by Israel, Gaza’s Ministry of Health serves as the primary source for casualty ..

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Pusa-2090 Offers Hope to Punjab Farmers

November 9, 2023

In recent times, the issue of stubble burning in Punjab, India, has drawn significant attention due to its severe environmental impact. While farmers resort to burning crop residue to prepare fields for the next wheat crop, this practice contributes to ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: November 8, 2023

November 8, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for November 8, 2023 INDIA Mizoram recorded more than 76% polling while about 71% of voters exercised their franchise in the 20 Assembly seats of Chhattisgarh. Supreme Court: Guidelines needed to protect ..