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IAF Deploys S-400 Missile Squadrons Along Border with China and Pakistan

October 31, 2023

In a significant move to bolster its defense capabilities, the Indian Air Force has deployed three S-400 air defense missile squadrons along its borders with China and Pakistan. This strategic deployment marks a crucial step in enhancing India’s national security. ..

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Uttarakhand Government Establishes Rajaji Tiger Reserve Conservation Foundation

October 31, 2023

The Uttarakhand government has announced the establishment of the Rajaji Tiger Reserve Conservation Foundation with the aim of promoting ecological, economic, social, and cultural development in and around the Rajaji Tiger Reserve. This decision was made during a state Cabinet ..

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What is the Prisoner’s Dilemma?

October 31, 2023

In a keynote address at the Goa Maritime Conclave, India’s Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, drew attention to the concept of the “Prisoner’s Dilemma” to highlight the importance of international collaboration over conflict in today’s complex world. What Is the Prisoner’s ..

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U Muthuramalinga Thevar

October 31, 2023

Every year on October 30th, a remarkable event unfolds in the heart of Kolkata, India, as hundreds of people from West Bengal’s Thevar community gather for Thevar Jayanthi Guru Puja. This occasion marks the anniversary of U Muthuramalinga Thevar’s birth, ..

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NASA’s INFUSE Mission to Study Cygnus Loop Supernova Remnant

October 31, 2023

NASA launched the Integral Field Ultraviolet Spectroscope Experiment (INFUSE) mission on October 29, aiming to study the Cygnus Loop, a supernova remnant located about 2,600 light years away from Earth. This spectacular event occurred around 20,000 years ago when a ..

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Indian Navy Launches DSC A 21

October 31, 2023
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The Indian Navy celebrated a significant milestone on October 30, 2023, with the launch of ‘DSC A 21,’ the second vessel in the Diving Support Craft (DSC) project. This endeavor is a collaboration with M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL), ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 29-30, 2023

October 30, 2023

1. ‘Banni festival’, which was seen in the news, is an annual religious festival celebrated in which state/UT? [A] Odisha[B] Bihar[C] Andhra Pradesh[D] Gujarat Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Andhra Pradesh] Notes:At least three people died, while over 90 people ..

First District-Level Study in India Reveals Disparities in Hypertension Care

October 30, 2023

A comprehensive study conducted by AIIMS Delhi, in collaboration with scientists from Europe and the US, has highlighted significant variations in hypertension care at the district level in India. This groundbreaking study underscores the urgent need for a targeted approach ..

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Joint Military Exercise KAZIND-2023

October 30, 2023

A contingent of 120 personnel from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force embarked on a mission to Kazakhstan to participate in the 7th edition of the Joint Military Exercise ‘KAZIND-2023.’ This exercise, aimed at enhancing cooperation and combat readiness, ..

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Income Tax Returns Reveal Shifting Trends and Income Inequality in India

October 30, 2023

The recently released income tax return statistics for the assessment years 2019-20 to 2021-22 by the Income Tax Department shed light on significant changes in taxpayer compliance and income distribution. This data also highlights a concerning trend: a substantial number ..

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