Comprehensive Overview of Asian Countries – Capitals, Regions, Currencies, and Populations
Country Capital Region Currency Population (2023) Afghanistan Kabul Central Asia Afghani 40218234 Armenia Yerevan Western Asia Dram 2820625 Azerbaijan Baku Western Asia Manat 10269300 Bahrain Manama Western Asia Bahraini Dinar 1479947 Bangladesh Dhaka South Asia Taka 171186372 Bhutan Thimphu South Asia Ngultrum 774070 Brunei Bandar Seri Begawan Southeast Asia Brunei Dollar 450565 Cambodia Phnom Penh […]
The Rise and Fall of the Mughal Empire: A Journey Through Time (1526 – 1857)
The Mughal Empire, one of the most powerful and influential empires in Indian history, ruled over the subcontinent for more than three centuries, from 1526 to 1857. The empire witnessed significant expansion, cultural growth, and a gradual decline, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape India today. This blog takes you through […]
About the Grain ATM
Context: Recently, India’s first round-the-clock grain ATM was opened at Mancheswar in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Grain ATM Functionality and Design Advantages of Annapurti Grain ATM -Source: Business Standards
About NEOWISE Telescope
Context: Nasa’s Near-Earth Object Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (NEOWISE) has concluded its mission, marking the end of a journey spanned over a decade. Relevance: Facts for Prelims NEOWISE Telescope: Adjustments and Discoveries: Impact of NEOWISE Data: -Source: Indian Express
Unprecedented Deep-Winter Heatwave Strikes Antarctica
Context: Antarctica has been experiencing an extraordinary deep-winter heatwave, marking a significant climatic event with record-breaking temperatures for the second time in two years. Since mid-July 2024, ground temperatures in the region have surged, averaging 10 degrees Celsius above normal, with some localities witnessing increases of up to 28 degrees Celsius. This unusual warming during […]
Warning Issued for Potential Mega Earthquake in Japan
Context: Following a recent 7.1 magnitude earthquake in southern Japan, the nation’s meteorological agency has issued a significant warning about the increased likelihood of a “mega earthquake.” Earthquakes that reach a magnitude of 8 or higher on the Richter scale are classified as megaquakes. This announcement underscores the urgent need for preparedness in the face […]
Madras High Court Raises Concerns Over Sole Reliance on DNA Evidence
Context: The Madras High Court, in a recent decision from June 2024, overturned a conviction under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, bringing to the forefront the ongoing debate about the reliability of DNA profiling in legal settings. The court’s ruling emphasized the importance of not solely depending on DNA evidence […]
About World Biofuel Day
Context: World Biofuel Day, observed on August 10, 2024, serves as an important occasion to promote non-fossil fuel energy solutions, highlighting biofuels as sustainable alternatives. This day also underscores significant government efforts to support the biofuel industry. Additionally, the commemoration honors a pivotal moment in history: the successful operation of an engine using peanut oil […]
Current Affairs Quiz 13 August 2024
Current Affairs 13 August 2024
CONTENTS World Biofuel Day Context: World Biofuel Day, observed on August 10, 2024, serves as an important occasion to promote non-fossil fuel energy solutions, highlighting biofuels as sustainable alternatives. This day also underscores significant government efforts to support the biofuel industry. Additionally, the commemoration honors a pivotal moment in history: the successful operation of an […]