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 VI to VIII) on 23 April. The calendars were developed by the NCERT under the guidance of the MHRD. Aim:The move by the government is to engage students meaningfully during their stay at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic through educational […]

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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 initiative to manufacture nutrient-rich foods for COVID-19 patients at a time when the need for healthy and immunity-boosting foods is indispensable. Highlights:♦ IIFPT has been manufacturing such nutrient-rich foods for COVID-19 patients under medical examination.♦ The aim is to focus on nutrition

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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 Indian branded generic of Dasatinib, an anti-cancer drug with a brand name “Dasashil.” Dasashil:♦ Dasashil, the branded generic anti-cancer drug, will be available in all dosage strengths of 20 mg, 50 mg, 70 mg, and 100 mg tablets. ♦ The drug is

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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 anniversary of the launch of the country’s first satellite Dong Fang Hong-I in 1970. China’s first Mars mission has been scheduled to launch in 2020. China’s Mars Mission:♦ China National Space Administration’s (CNSA) Mars mission as “Tianwen.” It means Heavenly Questions or

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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 the valiant people who fought in the Anglo-Manipuri War in 1891. Khongjom Day:The last battle fought between the Manipur kingdom and the British Empire was the 1891 armed conflict. The battle was fought in Kheba Hill of Khongjom in the

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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 was developed by D Vasini Bai, a women innovator from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. She had developed large and medium-size flowers with uncommon color combinations of spathe and spadix. This institution has developed a new method for raising the seedlings in limited space using

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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 Cultural Organization) and other related organizations. The global celebration of books and reading material is observed in more than 100 countries. This day is also known as World Copyright day. Aim:The World Book is celebrated to recognize the scope of books as a

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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 culture, history, and achievements associated with the language. English Language Day:The origins of the English Language was found in medieval England. The name ‘English’ its name from the Angles. The Angles were a West Germanic tribe who were from the Anglia peninsula that juts out into the Baltic Sea. The language

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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 size of nanoparticles. Producing a uniform size of nanoparticles has been a problem faced by the biomedical field. This discovery will serve as a major requirement in biomedical technology. Highlights:♦ The microreactor could synthesize metal, semiconductor, and polymer nanoparticles by continuous flow active

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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 badminton’ awareness campaign. I am badminton awareness campaign:♦ The “I am badminton campaign” provides a platform for the players to express their love and respect for badminton by advocating and committing to clean and honest play.♦ BWF’s Integrity Unit was

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