Today’s Current Affairs: 21st Apr 2023 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Day: April 21, 2023
Helopeltis Theivora : Tea Mosquito Bug
Helopeltis Theivora : Tea Mosquito Bug The tea mosquito bug (Helopeltis Theivora) is spreading rapidly and affecting tea production in both low and high-elevation plantations in Southern India It is a major sucking pest of tea (Camellia sinensis L.) in most tea-producing countries. The nymphs and adults of the TMB suck the sap from tender […]
Civil Union And Concept Of Marriage
Civil Union And Concept Of Marriage: The Supreme Court clarified that the hearing’s scope would be limited to developing a notion of a “civil union” that finds legal recognition under the Special Marriage Act. A civil union (also known as a civil partnership) is a legally recognized arrangement similar to marriage, created primarily as a […]
Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam
Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam: Nearly 3,000 people are expected to attend Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam. The festival aims to showcase “age-old ties” and cultural links between two coastal States of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. The Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam, is similar to the Kashi Tamil Sangamam. The festival aims to highlight the cultural diversity and strength of India […]
National Quantum Mission
National Quantum Mission: The Union Cabinet recently approved the ₹6,003 crore National Quantum Mission (NQM). National Quantum Mission (NQM) will fund research and development of quantum computing technology and associated applications. The mission will have defined milestones that are expected to be achieved over the course of eight years (2023-24 to 2030-31). India is the […]
Heatwaves
Heatwaves: Casualties were observed from an apparent heat stroke while attending a government award function in Navi Mumbai. This incident highlights the potential risks from heatwaves, which are expected to increase in intensity and frequency due to climate change. Several factors, such as long-distance travel, underlying health conditions, and lack of access to drinking water […]
24th Russia-India Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) Meeting In India
24th Russia-India Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) Meeting In India: Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister has attended the 24th Russia-India Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) meeting in India. Russia has expressed its interest in importing manufacturing equipment, including machinery, from India to replace those of Western origin. Highlights of the Meeting: Both countries reviewed the defense cooperation between India and […]
State Of World Population Report 2023
State Of World Population Report 2023: According to the recently released United Nations Population Fund’s (UNFPA) State of World Population report India will overtake China as the world’s most populous country this year. Highlights of the Report: India’s total fertility rate, or births per woman, was estimated at 2, lower than the world average of […]
Mission 50K-EV4ECO
Mission 50K-EV4ECO: Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) recently announced a new scheme Mission 50K-EV4ECO to boost the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in the country. Under this mission, SIDBI will directly provide loans to eligible small and medium enterprises (SMEs) for the purchase of EVs and developing charging infrastructure, including battery swapping. It focuses […]
Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023
Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023: The Union Cabinet recently approved the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023, which has provisions to curb the transmission of pirated film content on the Internet. The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2019 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on 12th February It was referred to the Standing Committee on Information Technology which presented its […]
