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 […]
Month: April 2023
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 […]
Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor : NASA
Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor: NASA NASA, is developing a snake-like robot known as Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor (EELS) which it says can boost space exploration through its diverse adaptability to various terrains. Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor (EELS) is a mobile instrument platform conceived to explore internal terrain structures, assess habitability and ultimately search for evidence […]
National Technical Research Organisation
National Technical Research Organisation: The Central Government recently appointed former Special Protection Group (SPG) chief as the Chairman of the National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO). National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) is a technical intelligence Agency under the National Security Advisor in the Prime Minister’s Office, India. It was formed in 2004 to strengthen the country’s […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 20th April 2023
Today’s Current Affairs: 20th Apr 2023 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023
Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023: Utsa Patnaik, a renowned economist of national and international repute, has been selected for the Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023:- Malcolm Adiseshiah Award 2023 is given every year by the Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust. It is one of the most prestigious national awards in India. It recognizes and honours the outstanding […]
