Kirti Chakras And Shaurya Chakras: President Droupadi Murmu has sanctioned 76 gallantry awards for armed forces and Central Armed Police Forces personnel on the eve of India’s 77th Independence Day. Among these, the Kirti Chakra, the second-highest peacetime gallantry award, will be presented to four Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) members who lost their lives […]
Antarctic Strawberry Feather Star : Cryptic Sea Animals (New Species)
Antarctic Strawberry Feather Star : Cryptic Sea Animals (New Species) Scientists have unveiled a new species, the Antarctic Strawberry Feather Star, found in the depths of the Antarctic Ocean. With a distinctive body shape and 20 arms, this otherworldly creature was discovered during research expeditions between 2008 and 2017. The discovery, detailed in the journal […]
Matangini Hazra And Kanaklata Barua
Matangini Hazra And Kanaklata Barua: President Droupadi Murmu, during her address on the eve of Independence Day, paid tribute to women freedom fighters. She mentioned two notable figures: Matangini Hazra and Kanaklata Barua ,exemplified the spirit of India’s struggle for independence and their contributions continue to be honoured and remembered. Matangini Hazra: Born in 1869 […]
Remittances : India Status
Remittances : India Status Remittances to India surged by 26% to reach approximately $112 billion in FY23, marking a significant increase from the approx $89 billion recorded in FY22. This growth in remittances reflects the heightened demand for Indian professionals globally following the pandemic. Remittances are funds sent by migrants to their families and friends […]
Chandrayaan-3 : Nears Moon Orbit
Chandrayaan-3 : Nears Moon Orbit India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft, launched on July 14, has successfully undergone its third lunar orbit reduction, transitioning from a highly-elliptical orbit to a near-circular orbit around the Moon. The craft’s orbit circularization phase aims to bring it to a constant 100 km distance above the lunar surface, marking a critical milestone […]
African Penguins : Facing Extinction By 2035
African Penguins : Facing Extinction By 2035 African penguins has been highlighted in a recent report by The Guardian. Scientists have warned that without intervention, these unique creatures could become extinct by 2035. The penguins confront threats like disease, storms, flooding, and pollution. These distinct birds inhabit the coasts of Namibia and South Africa and […]
Hackathon : Innovation In Coal Sector
Hackathon : Innovation In Coal Sector The Ministry of Coal organized a Hackathon through CMPDI to boost innovation in the coal and lignite sector, aligning with the “Make in India” initiative. The event aimed to engage startups, research organizations, and academic institutions to address five key problem statements: payload monitoring of loading equipment, dust suppression […]
Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns
Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns: During the 77th Independence Day celebrations at Delhi’s iconic Red Fort, Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns were used for the ceremonial gun salute, replacing the British 25-pounder guns. These indigenous guns marked their debut earlier this year with a 21-gun salute during the Republic Day parade. The 21-gun salute involves […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 15th Aug 2023
Today’s Current Affairs: 15th aug 2023 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Tampara Lake : Direction From National Green Tribunal
Tampara Lake : Direction From National Green Tribunal The National Green Tribunal, Eastern Zone, has directed the Odisha government not to go ahead with ‘illegal’ construction in and around Tampara Lake Tampara Lake is one of the largest fresh water lakes in the State of Odisha. The beautiful lake & the nearby Chilika Lagoon highlight […]
