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15 July | UPSC Current Affairs: Kharchi Puja, Mahabodhi Temple, Asur Community & More

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UPSC GS 1 Kharchi Puja News: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently wished the people of Tripura, on the occasion of Kharchi Puja. Definition: Kharchi Puja, also known as the Festival of 14 Gods, is a century-old auspicious festival celebrated every year by the people of Tripura.  Key Deity:  People worship Chaturdasa Devata, the […]

15 July | UPSC Current Affairs: Kharchi Puja, Mahabodhi Temple, Asur Community & More Read More »

13 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Ramayan Temple, eSwasthya Dham Portal, Dengue, Operation Amanat

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UPSC GS 1 Ramayan Temple News:  The second phase of construction of ‘world’s largest Ramayantemple’ has begun in Bihar. Definition:  The “world’s largest Ramayan temple” is being constructed in East Champaran district of Bihar.  Architectural Inspiration:The architecture of the temple is inspired by:  Angkor Wat in Cambodia  Ramanathaswamy Temple at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu   Meenakshi

13 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Ramayan Temple, eSwasthya Dham Portal, Dengue, Operation Amanat Read More »

12 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Heat Dome, Salvinia Molesta, Squalus Hima, Makhana Cultivation & More

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UPSC GS 1 Heat Dome News: Record-high temperatures in the western US are being caused by ‘heat domes’. What is a Heat Dome? High-Pressure System: A heat dome is a high-pressure system that forms over a large area in the atmosphere, causing extremely hot and dry weather conditions.  Trapping of Hot Air: This system traps

12 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Heat Dome, Salvinia Molesta, Squalus Hima, Makhana Cultivation & More Read More »

11 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Siang River, Denisovans, Equity Mutual Funds, and More

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UPSC GS 1 Siang   News: Thelocals are protesting against an Upper Siang dam project in Arunachal Pradesh. Upper Siang Hydropower Project: The Upper Siang project is a proposed 11,000-megawatt hydropower project on the Siang River in the Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. Origin: The Siang River originates near Mount Kailash in Tibet, where it

11 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Siang River, Denisovans, Equity Mutual Funds, and More Read More »

10 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Panchagnaga River, Graphene, UN High Seas Treaty, and More

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UPSC GS 1 Panchagnaga River News: Panchaganga has risen again after moderate rainfall in Kolhapur. Overview:  The Panchaganga River is an ancient river and a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates from the Sahyadri mountain ranges in Maharashtra. Origin:  The river emerges from Prayag Sangam in Chikhlee Taluka, a small village in the Kolhapur

10 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Panchagnaga River, Graphene, UN High Seas Treaty, and More Read More »

9 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Gandaki River, BBPS, Uranium, Regenerative Braking & More

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UPSC GS 1 Gandaki River News: A 15-year-old bridge over the Gandaki River collapsed in Bihar’s Saran district. Alternative Names: Also known as the Narayani and Gandak, it is one of the major rivers in Nepal and a left-bank tributary of the Ganges in India. Origin: Formed by the union of the Kali and Trisuli

9 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Gandaki River, BBPS, Uranium, Regenerative Braking & More Read More »

8 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Shree Jagannath Temple, Gallantry Awards, Mount Etna, Pangong Lake, and More

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UPSC GS 1 Shree Jagannath Temple News: The annual Lord Jagannath’s Rath Yatra has begun in Odisha’s Puri. Introduction: Puri, located in the Indian state of Odisha, is renowned for the world-famous Shri Jagannath Temple and its longest golden beach.  Dham: It holds a significant place as one of the four holiest sites (Dhamas) in

8 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Shree Jagannath Temple, Gallantry Awards, Mount Etna, Pangong Lake, and More Read More »

6 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Kaveri River, Moidams, ICOMOS, Typhon Weapons System & More

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UPSC GS 1 Kaveri River News:  The Karnataka state government has established a nine-member committee to investigate the contamination of the Kaveri River and propose solutions to address the issue. Kaveri River (Cauvery River): The Cauvery River is one of the major rivers of the peninsula. Origin: Rises on Brahmagiri Hill in the Western Ghats,

6 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: Kaveri River, Moidams, ICOMOS, Typhon Weapons System & More Read More »

5 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: BRICS, NIRMAN Portal, Money Mule, Nightjar & More

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UPSC GS 1 American Declaration of Independence News: July 4 marks the 248th Independence Day of the United States. American Revolution:  The Revolutionary War took place from 1775-83 also known as the American Revolution. Cause: Tensions between residents of Great Britain’s 13 North American colonies and the colonial government, which represented the British crown. Major

5 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: BRICS, NIRMAN Portal, Money Mule, Nightjar & More Read More »

4 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: World Drug Report 2024, Saryu River, Swami Vivekananda & More

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UPSC GS 1 World Drug Report 2024  News: The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has published the World Drug Report 2024. World Drug Report: This annual report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) provides an overview of global, regional, and subregional trends in drug demand and supply. Key Findings: 

4 Jul | UPSC Current Affairs: World Drug Report 2024, Saryu River, Swami Vivekananda & More Read More »

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