Climate Change Endangering Amphibian Species in India and Globally

A new study warns that climate change is pushing amphibian species worldwide towards extinction. In India, 136 out of 426 amphibian species are at risk due to climate change, along with other factors. Impact of Climate Change on Amphibians An ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

“Wagh Nakh” to Return to Maharashtra Temporarily

The government of Maharashtra has reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Victoria and Albert Museum in London to bring back a historic weapon known as the “wagh nakh” to the state on loan for three years. The wagh ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Study Suggests HDL Cholesterol Levels May Impact Dementia Risk in Older Adults

A recent study published in Neurology has raised questions about the relationship between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia in older adults. The research suggests that both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol may be ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Punjab to Ban PUSA-44 Paddy Variety

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann recently announced the ban on the cultivation of the PUSA-44 paddy variety in the state, effective from the next year. PUSA-44 was once popular among Punjab’s farmers due to its high yield, covering a ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Drone (Amendment) Rules 2023

The Ministry of Civil Aviation in India has introduced the Drone (Amendment) Rules 2023, which will come into effect from September 27, 2023. These amendments aim to liberalize, promote, and streamline drone operations across the country, with a vision to ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Decriminalization of Cable Television Networks Act

In a move aimed at enhancing investor confidence, the Indian government has announced amendments to the Cable Television Networks Rules, which govern the implementation of the decriminalized provisions of the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act. The Cable Television Networks (Regulation) ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

‘Dynamic Injunction’ Passed Against Illegal ICC World Cup Broadcast

The Delhi High Court has issued a restraining order against nine websites involved in the illegal broadcasting of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 matches. Despite the World Cup’s scheduled dates from October 5 to November 9 this year, ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

2023 Nobel Prize in Literature

The Swedish Academy in Stockholm, Sweden, has awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature to Norwegian author Jon Fosse. The Nobel Prize in Literature is one of the prestigious awards established by Alfred Nobel in 1895. Innovative Works Recognized Jon ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: October 6, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for October 6, 2023 INDIA The death toll from the flash floods in Sikkim rose to 14 with 102 people, including 22 Army personnel were missing. Karnataka to pay up to ₹7.5 ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 6, 2023

11. What is the theme of ‘World Heart Day 2023’? [A] Use Heart, Know Heart[B] Prevent Heart Diseases[C] Exercise Daily[D] Healthy Food Habits Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Use Heart, Know Heart] Notes:World Heart Day is an annual event, observed ..