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M S Swaminathan Passes Away

September 30, 2023

M S Swaminathan, the renowned agricultural scientist often referred to as the “Pioneer of the Green Revolution in India,” passed away at the age of 98. He left behind a legacy of agricultural innovation and food security. A Distinguished Career ..

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IGMS 2.0 Public Grievance Portal

September 30, 2023

In a significant move towards enhancing government responsiveness and efficiency, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh recently unveiled several groundbreaking initiatives. These initiatives are aimed at improving the grievance redressal system and promoting transparent and citizen-centric governance. IGMS 2.0 Public Grievance ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: September 30, 2023

September 30, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for September 30, 2023 INDIA President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the women’s reservation Bill, which seeks to provide 33% reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Union ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 30, 2023

September 30, 2023

41. ‘Bharat Drone Shakti exhibition 2023’ was inaugurated in which state/UT? [A] Rajasthan[B] Punjab[C] Uttar Pradesh[D] Assam Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh] Notes:Bharat Drone Shakti exhibition 2023 was inaugurated recently by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Hindan ..

Assam Promotes Pipe Composting

September 29, 2023

In Assam, a sustainable and straightforward solution for managing biodegradable waste at the household level is gaining momentum. The state is actively endorsing pipe composting, a technology that efficiently converts organic waste into compost, particularly in its rural communities. This ..

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Fuzhou-Xiamen-Zhangzhou Railway Line

September 29, 2023

China has unveiled its groundbreaking high-speed rail line, marking a significant leap in transportation infrastructure. This railway, known as the Fuzhou-Xiamen-Zhangzhou railway, not only traverses several bays but also hugs the picturesque coastline of Fujian province, located near the Taiwan ..

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Swiss Glaciers Lose 10% Volume in Two Years

September 29, 2023

Switzerland’s picturesque glaciers are facing an alarming crisis, with figures released on Thursday revealing that they have lost a staggering ten per cent of their ice volume over a mere two-year period. This dramatic loss is attributed to a combination ..

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NASA’s $1 Billion Plan to Retire the ISS

September 29, 2023

The International Space Station (ISS) is a unique space station in lower Earth orbit, serving as a collaborative platform for five participating space agencies: NASA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ESA, and CSA. It is not only the largest artificial object in space ..

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New Earthquake Threat Discovered in Pacific Northwest

September 29, 2023

A recent study led by the University of Arizona has unearthed a new earthquake threat to the Pacific Northwest. Researchers utilized tree ring analysis to pinpoint a significant seismic event in the Puget Lowlands of western Washington around late A.D. ..

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Indian Startups Unite to Challenge Google Play Billing System

September 29, 2023

In a significant move, forty Indian startups and companies have joined forces to establish a task force aimed at challenging Google and its Google Play Billing System (GPBS). This initiative is coordinated under the banner of the Internet and Mobile ..

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