Samuel Morse invented the first practical electric telegraph in the United States during the 1830s. This invention was a significant milestone in communication, enabling messages to be transmitted over vast distances within seconds. It paved the way for rapid communication and technological advancement, profoundly shaping modern society. Inventor of the Telegraph Born in 1791, Samuel …
Turkey blocked access to Instagram for its 85 million people, the country’s Information and Communication Technologies Authority announced on August 2. “Instagram.com has been blocked by a decision on the date of August 2. According to Turkish media, there are more than 50 million users of the photo-sharing app in the country. Ban the Instagram …
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National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) has taken a significant leap in data management with the launch of its cutting-edge web portal, ‘Nivahika.’ Inaugurated by Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director of NITC, in a ceremony at the Senate Hall, the portal is set to transform how the Institute handles and reports data. What is Nivahika? “The …
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Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd has teamed up with GOQii to launch the Kotak – GOQii Smart Vital Plus smartwatch, revolutionising the way customers make payments. Priced at INR 3499, this innovative wearable device combines contactless payments with health monitoring features. Powered by RuPay On-The-Go, the smartwatch enables seamless transactions up to INR 5000 without requiring …
The Periyar River, the longest river in Kerala, is often referred to as the “Lifeline of Kerala” due to its significant economic contribution to the state. It spans a length of 244 kilometers and drains an area of 5,398 square kilometers. Longest River of Kerala Periyar is the longest river in Kerala, stretching 244 kilometers. …
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Dr. Grinson George has assumed the role of Director at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI). Previously, he led the Marine Biodiversity and Environment Management Division at CMFRI and served as Senior Programme Specialist at SAARC in Dhaka. Professional Background Dr. George brings over two decades of experience as a seasoned fishery researcher. His …
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India has announced the selection of two astronauts, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, for the upcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission represents a significant step in strengthening human spaceflight cooperation between ISRO and NASA, as well as advancing India’s own human space program. Mission Details …
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The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has fined HDFC Life Insurance Rs 2 crore for breaching regulatory norms. The penalty, detailed in an order dated August 1, 2024, follows an inspection covering the financial years 2017-18 to 2019-20. The penalty must be paid within 45 days, and additional directives have been issued …
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has re-approved the appointments of Inderjit Camotra and Govind Singh as MDs and CEOs of Unity Small Finance Bank and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, respectively, reflecting their effective leadership in expanding their banks’ operations and reach. Re-appointment of Inderjit Camotra Position: Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) …
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The 14th India-Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue took place in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. Key discussions included new cooperation areas such as cyber security and military medicine, culminating in the signing of a Letter of Intent to enhance training exchanges. Meeting Details The dialogue, held on Thursday, was co-chaired by Defence Secretary …
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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 2025 article.
