Current Affairs April 2020

Union HRD Minister launched Alternative Academic Calendar for the upper primary stage

Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ released the alternative academic calendars at the upper primary stage (Classes…

IIFPT manufactures nutrient-rich foods to COVID-19 patients

Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology (IIFPT), under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has taken…

Shilpa Medicare launched the anti-cancer drug Dasashil

Shilpa Medicare launched its generic version of cancer drug Dasatinib. The monthly therapy cost of Rs.6,440. The company launched the…

Tianwen-1 – Chinas Mars exploration mission

China named its first Mars exploration mission as Tianwen-1 as it celebrated Space Day on 24 April. The observation marks the 50th…

Manipur commemorated Khongjom Day at Khongjom War Memorial Complex

Manipur state government commemorated Khongjom Day at Khongjom War Memorial Complex, Thoubal on 23 April. The state paid tribute to…

NIF developed ten varieties of Anthurium

National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF) developed ten varieties of Anthurium, a flower with high market value, by cross-pollination. It…

World Book Day is observed on 23 April

World Book Day is observed on 23 April. The day is celebrated by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and…

English Language Day is celebrated on 23 April

English Language Day is celebrated on 23 April. The day aims to create awareness to people about the…

ARI scientists develop microreactor that produces uniform size of nanoparticles

Scientists from Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) have developed a microreactor that can produce large quantities of uniform…

PV Sindhu named as I am badminton awareness campaign ambassador

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) named Indian shuttler PV Sindhu as one of the ambassadors for its 'I am…