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Google DeepMind’s AlphaMissense

September 20, 2023

Scientists at Google DeepMind have developed an AI program called AlphaMissense, which can predict the potential harm or harmlessness of genetic mutations, particularly missense mutations that involve single-letter changes in the DNA code. These mutations can lead to disorders such ..

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Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: September 20, 2023

September 20, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for September 20, 2023 INDIA India rejected the Canadian allegation of involvement by the Government of India in the killing of a prominent Khalistani separatist leader. No mutations found in tested Nipah ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 20, 2023

September 20, 2023

11. The foundation stone of Downstream Petrochemical Complex and Refinery Expansion Project ahs been laid in which state? [A] Maharashtra[B] Madhya Pradesh[C] Gujarat[D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh] Notes:Prime Minister Narendra Modi, laid the foundation stone of ..

IRDAI To Unveil Bima Sugam

September 20, 2023

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is set to introduce a groundbreaking online platform called ‘Bima Sugam,’ which is positioned to transform the insurance sector in the country. Bima Sugam aims to become the world’s largest online ..

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Constitutional Amendment Bill Introduced to Reserve Seats for Women in Parliament and Assemblies

September 20, 2023

On September 19, the Indian government introduced the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, which proposes to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha (the lower house of India’s parliament) and state Legislative Assemblies. This ..

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Indian Government Launches Agri-Credit and Crop Insurance Initiatives

September 20, 2023

In a significant development, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar have unveiled transformative initiatives aimed at revolutionizing agriculture, enhancing financial inclusion, optimizing data utilization, and improving the livelihoods of farmers across India. The Ministry ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 19, 2023

September 19, 2023

11. Which state/UT recorded deaths due to Nipah virus infection? [A] Tamil Nadu[B] Kerala[C] Andhra Pradesh[D] Odisha Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Kerala] Notes:Two deaths from the viral infection- Nipah virus were reported from Kozhikode district, Kerala. Union Health Minister ..

Special Parliamentary Session

September 19, 2023

The special five-day session of India’s Parliament commenced with controversy over the lack of a legislative agenda, fueling speculation and debates about its purpose. While the Constitution doesn’t explicitly mention “special sessions,” past governments have called them for significant purposes. ..

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UP Government Plans to Develop Aerotropolis Around Noida International Airport

September 19, 2023

The Uttar Pradesh government is embarking on a visionary project to establish an aerotropolis around the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar. To address height restrictions imposed by the Airports Authority of India, extensive ground-level development is planned. The aerotropolis ..

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Dedicated Coal Corridors Needed to Meet India’s Growing Power Demand, Says Railway Board Study

September 19, 2023

A recent study by the Railway Board underscores the importance of dedicated coal corridors to meet the rising power demand in India. As coal plays a vital role in powering the nation, particularly flowing from states like Odisha, Jharkhand, and ..

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