Current Affairs April 2021

Integrated Solar Dryer and Pyrolysis Plant to Help Transform Waste into Energy

A Solar Dryer and Pyrolysis pilot plant at Chennai will soon offer an innovative approach for smart cities to transform urban organic waste into biochar and energy. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 The pilot is part of the Indo-German project ‘Pyrasol’ launched to transform urban organic waste into biochar and energy in smart cities. It

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India was the third highest military spender in 2020

According to the latest military expenditure database published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, India was the third largest military spender in the world in 2020, behind only the US and China. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute tracks military expenditure and arms trade globally, the US accounted for

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Daily Current Affairs 28 April 2021 – Gkseries

Daily Current Affairs 28 April 2021 are the most important area from which a major share of questions come in SSC, Railway, state government recruitment exams, UPSC prelims and mains. Let’s discuss the most important Current Affairs Today. DRDO developed single crystal blades technology Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed single crystal blades

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Complexities of herd immunity

Living organisms including humans have all heard of immunity that results in a dramatic reduction of daily cases. Does “herd immunity” really protect from subsequent waves? The answer is not a simple yes or no. It depends on how widespread the virus is in a community and its transmission rate. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021

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Nuclear scientist Krishnamurthy Santhanam passed away

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has expressed grief over the demise of an Indian nuclear scientist Krishnamurthy Santhanam. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 Krishnamurthy Santhanam was an Indian nuclear scientist and the field director of Defence Research and Development Organization during the tests of Pokhran-II. The Government of India awarded him the Padma Bhushan,

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Project DANTAK completes 60 years in Bhutan

Project DANTAK is commemorating its Diamond Jubilee in Bhutan. Indian Ambassador to Bhutan Smt Ruchira Kamboj laid a floral wreath at the DANTAK Memorial in Simtokha on April 24, 2021. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 Project DANTAK was established on April 24, 1961 as a result of the visionary leadership of His Majesty the Third

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Nomadland wins big at pandemic Oscars as Zhao makes history

US road movie “Nomadland” emerged as the big winner at the Oscars with three major prizes, including a history-making award for director Chloe Zhao, as Hollywood celebrated its most glamorous night with a unique pandemic-era gala. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 Chloe Zhao makes history as first woman of colour to get best director award.

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Reserve Bank of India caps tenure of private bank CEOs at 15 years

The Reserve Bank of India capped both the tenure and age limit for senior management including that of chairmen in all private banks. While the cap for non-executive directors, and chairman is set at 75 years, their tenure is fixed for 8 years. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 These directives form part of the instructions

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Indian Army initiates Ladakh Ignited Minds project

The Indian Army has initiated the project Ladakh Ignited Minds, A Centre of Excellence and Wellness to provide better educational opportunities for Ladakhi students. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 On behalf of Indian Army, Fire and Fury Corps has signed a couple of MoUs with partner Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and executing agency, a

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Somali opposition fighters cordon off parts of capital

Somali opposition fighters took up positions in parts of the tense capital, a day after clashes with government troops erupted over the President’s bid to extend his mandate. Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2021 President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, best known by his nickname Farmajo, has faced harsh criticism from foreign allies after signing a law approved

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