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Celebration Picasso 1973-2023
On April 8, 2023, the art world will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the passing of Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. It is a day that marks not only his death but also a celebration of his remarkable work and artistic ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs • Awards, Honours & Persons in News • International / World Current Affairs
What is Orion Wargame?
France is hosting the multinational wargame codenamed Orion, which is expected to be held from the third week of April to May 5. This exercise will involve various countries, including India, and will test their combat capabilities in a simulated ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Paris’ Ban on e-Scooter
Paris, the city of love, is known for its beauty and charm. The city’s streets are filled with tourists and locals alike, with many of them relying on rental e-scooters to navigate the city. However, with the recent Paris e-scooter ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Wetland Ex-Situ Conservation Establishment (WESCE)
The Rajasthan State Government recently announced the WESCE plan. The French Government is to fund this project for a period of eight years. The total cost is estimated to be around Rs 1200 crores. The WESCE is a zoo that ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs
Uganda’s First Oil Drilling Program
Uganda has one of the largest oil reserves in the Saharan desert according to the International Monetary Fund. Oil was discovered in Uganda twenty years back. But the production was delayed due to a lack of funds and infrastructure. With ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs • Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Varuna 2023: India-France Bilateral Naval Exercise
The 21st edition of the bilateral naval exercise between India and France, Exercise Varuna, has begun on the Western Seaboard on January 16th, 2023. Key Points The bilateral exercise, which was initiated in 1993, was named ‘Varuna’ in 2001 and ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Britain-France deal to stop illegal migration
A bilateral agreement worth 74.5 million USD was signed by Britain and France to boost their efforts to curb illegal migration from the English Channel crossings. What are key features of the agreement? The agreement, worth $74.5 million (72.2 million ..
Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs
5th Edition of Paris Peace Forum
The fifth edition of the Paris Peace Forum is being organized. What is Paris Peace Forum? The Paris Peace Forum is a French non-profit organization established in 2018. It hosts annual gathering of world leaders and heads of international organizations ..
Month: Current Affairs – November, 2022
Category: Summits and Conferences