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Chandrayaan-4

Chandrayaan-4 Chandrayaan-4, India’s upcoming Moon mission scheduled for 2027, aims to bring rock and soil samples back to Earth. The mission’s designs have been finalized and await government approval. About the News:    Mission Structure Modules: The Chandrayaan-4 spacecraft will consist of five separate modules, unlike Chandrayaan-3, which had three. The mission involves complex stages, including landing, sample collection, and returning the samples to Earth. Docking Operations: The mission will require docking space modules twice—a new capability for ISRO that will be first demonstrated in the upcoming Spadex mission. Technological Advancements Previous Demonstrations: Key capabilities, such as lifting off from the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/08/2024

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/08/2024Not neutral, India on the side of peace, says Modi in Ukraine / यूक्रेन में मोदी ने कहा, भारत तटस्थ नहीं, शांति का पक्षधर‘Space sector contributed ₹20,000 crore to India’s GDP over the last decade’ / ‘अंतरिक्ष क्षेत्र ने पिछले दशक में भारत के सकल घरेलू उत्पाद में ₹20,000 करोड़ का योगदान दिया’Chandrayaan-4/ चंद्रयान-4Botswana discovers the world’s second largest diamond / बोत्सवाना ने दुनिया का दूसरा सबसे बड़ा हीरा खोजाGumti River / गुमटी नदीThe road to 2047 for Indian agriculture / भारतीय कृषि के लिए 2047 का रास्ताOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) : International Organizations /…

24 August 2024 – Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Stay ahead in your exam preparation with our Daily Current Affairs Quiz! Designed to keep you updated with the latest happenings around the world, this quiz covers a wide range of topics, including national and international news, politics, economy, science, technology, sports, and more. Why Take the Daily Quiz? Up-to-Date Knowledge: Keep your current affairs knowledge sharp with daily updates. Exam-Oriented Questions: Questions are framed to reflect the pattern and level of various competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and more. Improve Retention: Regular quizzing helps in better retention of facts and figures. Self-Assessment: Evaluate your performance and identify areas…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/08/2024

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/08/2024India, Poland formulate action plan, upgrade ties to strategic partnership / भारत और पोलैंड ने कार्ययोजना तैयार की, संबंधों को रणनीतिक साझेदारी में उन्नत कियाOpposition members raise an array of objections to Waqf Amendment Bill / विपक्षी सदस्यों ने वक्फ संशोधन विधेयक पर कई आपत्तियां उठाईंWhen sweltering heat turns public hospitals into potential ‘death traps’ / जब भीषण गर्मी सार्वजनिक अस्पतालों को संभावित ‘मौत के जाल’ में बदल देती हैA look at ongoing Indian space missions / चल रहे भारतीय अंतरिक्ष मिशनों पर एक नज़रWaterspout / वाटरस्पाउटDo we need a Central law for protection of healthcare…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/08/2024

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/08/2024Centre plans to take caste count during Census / जनगणना के दौरान जाति गणना करने की केंद्र की योजनाFirst batch of elephants begins journey to Mysuru to take part in Dasara festivities / हाथियों का पहला जत्था दशहरा उत्सव में भाग लेने के लिए मैसूर की यात्रा पर रवानाPM begins Poland visit, says it will help forge more vibrant relations / पीएम ने पोलैंड की यात्रा शुरू की, कहा कि इससे और अधिक जीवंत संबंध बनाने में मदद मिलेगी‘WHO investigating suspected new polio strain in Meghalaya’ / ‘डब्ल्यूएचओ मेघालय में संदिग्ध नए पोलियो स्ट्रेन की जांच…

Ethanol blending programme

Ethanol blending programme On the ethanol blending programme / इथेनॉल मिश्रण कार्यक्रम पर India is progressing towards its 20% ethanol blending target by 2025-26, marked by increased production and capacity. However, concerns about food security arise due to rising maize imports and water usage for sugarcane. Balancing ethanol production with these challenges remains a key issue in policy discussions. Overview of Ethanol Blending Targets India aims to blend 20% ethanol with petrol by 2025-26, with progress marked by milestones in blending percentages and increased ethanol production capacity. The target involves producing approximately 1,000 crore litres of ethanol. Current blending rates…

22 August 2024 – Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Stay ahead in your exam preparation with our Daily Current Affairs Quiz! Designed to keep you updated with the latest happenings around the world, this quiz covers a wide range of topics, including national and international news, politics, economy, science, technology, sports, and more. Why Take the Daily Quiz? Up-to-Date Knowledge: Keep your current affairs knowledge sharp with daily updates. Exam-Oriented Questions: Questions are framed to reflect the pattern and level of various competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and more. Improve Retention: Regular quizzing helps in better retention of facts and figures. Self-Assessment: Evaluate your performance and identify areas…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/08/2024

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/08/2024SC forms task force to ensure doctors’ safety / डॉक्टरों की सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करने के लिए सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने टास्क फोर्स का गठन कियाIndia, Japan conduct ‘2+2’ dialogue with focus on Indo-Pacific / भारत, जापान ने इंडो-पैसिफिक पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हुए ‘2+2’ वार्ता कीOn the ethanol blending programme / इथेनॉल मिश्रण कार्यक्रम पर‘Abandoning inflation targeting could be counterproductive’ / ‘मुद्रास्फीति लक्ष्य को छोड़ना प्रतिकूल हो सकता है’Miyawaki Method / मियावाकी विधिA ground plan for sustainable mass employment / स्थायी सामूहिक रोजगार के लिए एक आधारभूत योजनाAfrican Union : International Organizations / अफ्रीकी संघ : अंतर्राष्ट्रीय…

21 August 2024 – Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Stay ahead in your exam preparation with our Daily Current Affairs Quiz! Designed to keep you updated with the latest happenings around the world, this quiz covers a wide range of topics, including national and international news, politics, economy, science, technology, sports, and more. Why Take the Daily Quiz? Up-to-Date Knowledge: Keep your current affairs knowledge sharp with daily updates. Exam-Oriented Questions: Questions are framed to reflect the pattern and level of various competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and more. Improve Retention: Regular quizzing helps in better retention of facts and figures. Self-Assessment: Evaluate your performance and identify areas…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/08/2024

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/08/2024Sexual abuse rampant in Malayalam filmdom, says Hema Committee report / हेमा समिति की रिपोर्ट में कहा गया है कि मलयालम फिल्म जगत में यौन शोषण की घटनाएं बहुत अधिक हैं।Union govt. rules out Central law for doctors’ safety / केंद्र सरकार ने डॉक्टरों की सुरक्षा के लिए केंद्रीय कानून बनाने से इनकार कियाGeneral S. Padmanabhan, who led the Army during Operation Parakram, passes away / ऑपरेशन पराक्रम के दौरान सेना का नेतृत्व करने वाले जनरल एस. पद्मनाभन का निधनA change in India’s power export rules / भारत के बिजली निर्यात नियमों में बदलावShiveluch Volcano /…