Category: Prelims Current Affairs

Researchers from the Center for Astrophysics (CfA) | Harvard & Smithsonian have generated a 3D magnetic map of the cavity called Local Bubble that could reveal the universe’s secrets, including questions about the origins of stars.

A survey conducted as part of the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) 2023 shows the populations of some migratory waterbirds, especially duck species visiting the Alappuzha region of Kerala are falling.

Chairman of Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) stated India eyes ₹35,000 Crores investments by 2047 to create waterways network that will include developing waterways and jetties to improve navigable capacity of Indian rivers.

A study by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and Association of Microfinance Institutions of India says that Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) to play leading role in India’s economic growth.

Stupa, Ram Setu, Rare Earth Elements, MATSYA 6000, Basmati Rice

For the first time in India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has specified the identity standards for Basmati Rice which will be enforced with effect from 01 August 2023.

As a part of Samudrayaan Mission, under MoES, a self-propelled manned submersible (MATSYA 6000) will carry three persons to a depth of 6000 meters for exploration of deep-sea resources.

Swedish state-owned mining company (LKAB) discovered more than one million tonnes of rare earth oxides in the northern area Sweden which is the largest known deposit in Europe.

Centre seeks time from SC to respond to plea on Ram Setu. Also, Tamil Nadu assembly recently passed a resolution urging Centre to resume work on Sethusamudram Ship Canal project (SSCP).

Archeological Survey of India discovered two 1200-year-old miniature Votive stupas (offered in fulfillment of a vow) near Sarai Tila mound within premises of Nalanda Mahavihara in Bihar.

National Level Multistate Cooperative Society, Ebola Virus, Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Very Short Range Air Defence System

Defence Acquisition Council provided Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the procurement of Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORAD) (Infrared (IR) Homing) missile system.