NASA reassured the public that there was no emergency on the International Space Station (ISS) after a medical drill was mistakenly broadcasted, causing alarm on social media. The simulation involved a crew member in distress but was not related to any real situation. NASA clarified that the incident was a training exercise and not an …
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Tiger Global-backed neobanking startup Jupiter Money has received final authorization from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to offer digital wallet services. This new offering will enable customers to make UPI payments, money transfers, and other transactions through the Jupiter Prepaid Account, slated for launch in the coming months. Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs) With the …
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Dr Kapil Dua, a pioneer in hair transplant surgery in India with over two decades of experience, has been announced as the President of the Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (AAHRS). The announcement was made at the 8th Annual Scientific Meeting and Surgical Workshop of AAHRS, held from June 6th to 9th in China. …
Aurionpro Payments, a subsidiary of Aurionpro Solutions, has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an online payment aggregator under the Payments Settlements Act, 2007. This authorization allows the Mumbai-based company to offer digital payment services to merchants nationwide through its payment gateway brand, AuroPay. Details of the Approval Aurionpro …
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced Armenia’s decision to leave the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), a Russian-led military alliance. Pashinyan cited the alliance’s perceived favoritism towards Azerbaijan during the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict as a primary reason for Armenia’s withdrawal. This move underscores Armenia’s strained relationship with Russia, exacerbated by Moscow’s refusal to intervene in …
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In a significant move to enhance public accessibility to Indian art and culture, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sansad TV. This collaboration allows Sansad TV to broadcast IGNCA’s cultural programs and utilize its extensive archival content. The MoU was formalized by Dr. Sachchidanand …
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India, a land of diverse rivers, boasts a rich heritage intertwined with the flows of its many waterways. However, amidst the myriad of vibrant and life-giving rivers, there exists a river known as the “Dead River.” This moniker is given to the Ghaggar-Hakra River, which holds a unique and somber place in India’s hydrological and …
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The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2024, published by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), provides a comprehensive measure of global peacefulness, evaluating 163 independent states and territories. This report highlights the trends, results, and economic impacts of violence across the world, offering valuable insights into the current state of peace and the factors influencing …
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Gudakesh Motie of the West Indies as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for May 2024. The left-arm spinner played a pivotal role in the West Indies’ impressive series win over touring South Africa, providing a promising build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Motie’s …
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‘Lal’, ‘Mursan’ and ‘Hilsa’. These are the names given to three craters on the surface of Mars recently discovered by Ahmedabad-based Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), that hint at the red planet’s wet past. Lal has been named after legendary cosmic ray physicist from Varanasi, the late Professor Devendra Lal. The other two have been named …
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Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2024 article.
