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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 5, 2023

October 5, 2023

41. What is the rank of India in the ‘Global Innovation Index 2023’? [A] 60[B] 50[C] 40[D] 30 Show Answer Correct Answer: C [40] Notes:Global Innovation Index 2023 was released recently by the World Intellectual Property Organization. India retains 40th ..

Punjab’s Debt Crisis

October 5, 2023

Punjab, one of India’s prominent states, is grappling with a severe financial crisis, burdened by mounting debt and escalating interest payments. Chief Minister Mann has appealed for a debt repayment moratorium to alleviate the state’s financial woes. This article delves ..

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2023

October 5, 2023

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2023 has been conferred upon Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Alexei I. Ekimov for their groundbreaking work on quantum dots. These tiny nanoparticles have far-reaching applications in various fields, from electronics to ..

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Sikkim’s South Lhonak Lake Triggers Deadly Floods

October 5, 2023

In a tragic incident, the South Lhonak Lake in Sikkim experienced a breach, leading to severe flooding in downstream areas. This caused casualties and displacements in the state. Glacial Lakes and Their Nature Glacial lakes are large bodies of water ..

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Japan’s Hottest September

October 4, 2023

Japan has recently faced its hottest September since the commencement of meteorological records 125 years ago, marking another alarming instance of global warming. With climate change accelerating, countries like Japan, Austria, France, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, and the UK have all ..

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Delhi Government Launches ‘Green War Room’ to Combat Air Pollution

October 4, 2023

The Delhi government has taken a significant step in the fight against air pollution by launching a ‘green war room’ on October 3, 2023. This proactive measure aims to combat air pollution, which has long plagued the national capital, particularly ..

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Metro Train Trial Runs Successful in Bhopal and Indore

October 4, 2023

Metro train trial runs in Bhopal and Indore have been successful, and residents may enjoy metro rides in both cities by mid-2024. These metro trains have been designed to operate in driverless mode in the future, following an initial phase ..

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Assam to Conduct Socio-economic Assessment of Indigenous Muslim Communities

October 4, 2023

The government of Assam has announced its plan to conduct a socio-economic survey of the state’s five indigenous Muslim communities. This initiative aims to support the development and upliftment of these communities in various aspects, including healthcare, education, cultural identity, ..

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Dish Network Fined $150,000 by US Government for Space Debris Violation

October 4, 2023

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued its first fine related to space debris rule violations. Dish Network has been fined $150,000 for failing to properly deorbit its EchoStar-7 satellite, which has been in space for over two decades. ..

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Bird Migration Patterns in the Himalayas Linked to Diet and Habitat Availability

October 4, 2023

A recent study, published in the journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, has examined the seasonal elevational shifts of 302 Himalayan bird species, revealing that the majority of these birds migrate downslope during the winter. However, a small proportion of species ..

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