Current Affairs July 2020

CBDT and MoMSME signed MoU for sharing of data by CBDT to MoMSME

A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has signed between the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India (MoMSME) for sharing of data by CBDT to MoMSME. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2020 Key-Points The MoU will facilitate seamless sharing of certain Income-tax Return (ITR) related […]

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Zoram Mega Food Park to benefit about 25000 farmers

The Zoram Mega Food Park (MFP) will provide direct and indirect employment to 5,000 persons and benefit about 25,000 farmers in the CPC (Core Processing Centre) and PPC (primary processing Centre) catchment areas, as reported by government. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2020 Key-Points The Park will leverage an additional investment of about Rs. 250 Crore

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Manodarpan provides psychosocial support to students for Mental Health and Well-being

Government has launched Manodarpan initiative virtually on 21st July, 2020. It is an initiative under Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, to provide psychosocial support to students for their Mental Health and Well-being. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2020 Key-Points To monitor and promote the mental health issues and concerns of students and teachers and to facilitate providing of

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All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural and Rural Labourers

The All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Rural Labourers for the month of June, 2020 decreased by 1 points each to stand at 1018 and 1024 points respectively. The major contribution towards the fall in general index of Agricultural Labourers and Rural Labourers came from food, with (-) 1.82 points and (-)

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Govt inaugurated India’s first of its kind public EV Charging Plaza

Ministry for Power, New & Renewable Energy has inaugurated India’s first public EV(Electric Vehicle) charging plaza at Chelmsford Club in New Delhi with a focus on enhancing energy efficiency and promoting e-mobility. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2020 Key-Points The EV charging plaza is a new avenue for making e-mobility ubiquitous and convenient in India. Such

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Body fluids can provide clue for early detection of colon cancer

Colorectal cancer that affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum is the 5th leading cause of cancer death in India, mainly because late detection minimizes chances of recovery. In the last decade, the country has witnessed a rapid increase in the rate of colorectal cancer among younger people due to poor dietary habits, lack of

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Ministry of Tourism conducts its 42nd webinar under DekhoApna Desh Series

Ministry of Tourism, Government of India’s DekhoApna Desh Webinar Series titled, “The Mystical Triangle- Maheshwar, Mandu & Omkareshwar” was organised on 18th July 2020. The webinar showcased the richness of the destinations covered under the mystical triangle and acquainted the viewers with the serene, captivating getaways in State of Madhya Pradesh namely Maheshwar, Mandu &

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Youth Ministry partners with UNICEF to strengthen resolve mobilise youth volunteers

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has signed a Statement of Intent with YuWaah (a multi-stakeholder platform formed by the UNICEF) to work in partnership to promote volunteerism among the youth of India as well as to help them transition from education and learning to productive work, skilling and being active citizens and contribute to

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Gagandeep Kang quits the Director post of Translational Health Science and Technology Institute

Gagandeep Kang is the first woman from India to be elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, has resigned from her executive director’s position at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), Faridabad. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2020 Key-Points Gagandeep Kang is the first Indian woman to be elected Fellow, Royal Society, London, and

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International Chess Day 2020

International Chess Day 2020 is observed on 20 July to honour the foundation of the Federation Internationale des Eches (FIDES). It is celebrated as a virtual event and it will be attended by chess players, United Nations and government officials, permanent missions to the UN, representatives of civil society, academia, and other relevant stakeholders. The

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