Daily Current Affairs Quiz : August 24, 2023

41. What is ‘NBRI Namoh 108’, which has been developed by CSIR-NBRI? [A] Cotton[B] Lotus[C] Rice[D] Mango Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Lotus] Notes:Union Minister of State (IC) Science and Technology Jitendra Singh unveiled the new variety Lotus flower which ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: August 24, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for August 24, 2023 INDIA India has become the fourth country to successfully land on the moon as the Chandrayaan-3’s lander module. India welcomes the expansion of the BRICS grouping through a ..

Srettha Thavisin Becomes New Prime Minister of Thailand

Srettha Thavisin, formerly the chief of a prominent real estate development firm in Thailand, has become the country’s prime minister amidst a political deadlock following recent elections. Thavisin’s unexpected ascension followed a parliamentary vote, coinciding with the return of Thaksin ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • International / World Current Affairs

Hun Manet Appointed as the New PM of Cambodia

Following a controversial election, Cambodia’s parliament has appointed Hun Manet, the eldest son of outgoing Prime Minister Hun Sen, as the new prime minister, solidifying a dynastic transfer of power in the nation. Hun Manet, a member of the ruling ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

FDA Approves Abrysvo to Protect Infants from RSV

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for the groundbreaking vaccine Abrysvo, designed to protect infants from birth to 6 months of age against lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) and severe LRTD caused by respiratory syncytial virus ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Heat-Induced Food Insecurity

Amidst rising global temperatures, a recent study highlighted the alarming reality that just a few days of intense heat can lead to severe food insecurity for billions worldwide. The study, published in Nature Human Behaviour, analyzed data from 150 countries, ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Patna Marine Drive

The Bihar government is set to undertake a major project, envisioning the conversion of the Digha to Gandhi Maidan stretch into the Patna Marine Drive. This ambitious plan involves creating lush green spaces, lining the JP Ganga Path with parks, ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Report on Stalled Real Estate Projects

A 14-member committee led by former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant submitted its report to Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Puri on August 21, 2023. The committee was established to investigate stalled real estate projects and propose solutions for ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : August 23, 2023

41. Which company is set to launch ‘India’s first kerosene-oxygen-powered rocket’? [A] Agnikul Cosmos[B] Dhruv Cosmos[C] Pixxel Cosmos[D] Orbit Cosmos Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Agnikul Cosmos] Notes:Indian firm Agnikul Cosmos is on its way to becoming the first in ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: August 23, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for August 23, 2023 INDIA Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin contributes Rs 10 Crore towards relief work of Himachal Pradesh. 4th G20 Culture Working Group (CWG) Meeting to begin in Varanasi. Sachin ..