Double Sun halo : Celestial Phenomenon A rare celestial phenomenon known as a “double sun halo” was witnessed in the skies over Ladakh. It is a rare optical phenomenon where two concentric rings appear around the sun. This occurs when sunlight is refracted through ice crystals suspended in cirrus clouds, creating this dazzling visual effect. […]
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Bitumen
Bitumen: India is looking to start large-scale production of bio-bitumen from biomass or agricultural waste, a move that would help reduce imports of the material used for asphalting of roads. Bitumen is a dense, highly viscous, petroleum-based hydrocarbon. It is found in deposits such as oil sands and pitch lakes (natural bitumen) or is obtained […]
Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar
Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar: A 26-year-old writer from the tribal thanda of Vivek Nagar in Jakranpally mandal of Nizamabad district, Ramesh Karthik Naik, was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar for Telugu. Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar was first instituted in 2011. It is presented annually to best literary creations by the young writers of age […]
Krishi Sakhi Convergence Programme
Krishi Sakhi Convergence Programme: The Prime Minister of India granted certificates to over 30,000 women from Self Help Groups (SHGs) as ‘Krishi Sakhis’ under the Krishi Sakhi Convergence Programme (KSCP). Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program aims to transform rural India through the empowerment of rural women as Krishi Sakhi, by imparting training and certification of Krishi […]
Banking Current Affairs : 19th June 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 19th June 2024 for SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2024: Every year on June 17, people around the world celebrate World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought Problems. This special day is all about fixing damaged land and turning […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 19th June 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 19th June 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Aedes Albopictus Mosquito : Study
Aedes Albopictus Mosquito : Study Warmer conditions are helping the Aedes albopictus mosquito, which transmits dengue, chikungunya and Zika viruses thrive, said the EU health agency. Climate change is expected to significantly impact the spread of dengue in Europe. Rising temperatures and increased rainfall create more favorable conditions for the spread of the disease, particularly […]
Joint Communique On a Peace Framework
Joint Communique On a Peace Framework: Only proposals acceptable to both Russia and Ukraine can lead to peace, said India as New Delhi decided to disassociate itself from the final document issued on June 16 at the conclusion of a Peace Summit in Switzerland. The ongoing war in Ukraine, initiated by the Russian Federation, continues […]
Matsya 6000
Matsya 6000: India set to be the 6th country to have its own Deep Sea Mission; 1st Stage of harbor trail (40-50m) deep of deep sea mission planned by September 2024; The Mission has the potential to contribute greatly to the overall growth of Indian economy The Matsya 6000 is a three-person submersible that will […]
SDG 7: Energy Progress Report 2024
SDG 7: Energy Progress Report 2024 SDG 7: Energy Progress Report 2024, released recently, finds that the world remains off course to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 for energy by 2030. Highlights of 2024 Report: The latest report confirms that the number of people without access to electricity increased for the first time in […]
