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Government of India
Ministry of Mines Launches the First Ever Tranche of Auction of Mineral Blocks in the Offshore Areas Aims at Driving India Towardsβ¦
The first ever tranche of e-auction of mineral blocks in the offshore areas of India was launched by
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#initiatives25 As India's premier body representing the chemical industry, ICC represents more than 80% of Indian chemical Industry which is valued at $220 billion. This Award acknowledges the role played by ICC in promoting chemical safety, compliance with the Convention, and enhancing industry-wide security practices in India.
Source: PiB
Source: PiB
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Thanksgiving Special: The Fascinating Tale of Emperor Jahangir's Painter and the Turkey
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-biodiversity/thanksgiving-special-when-emperor-jahangirs-court-painter-ustad-mansur-drew-a-turkey
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-biodiversity/thanksgiving-special-when-emperor-jahangirs-court-painter-ustad-mansur-drew-a-turkey
Down To Earth
Thanksgiving Special: When Emperor Jahangirβs court painter Ustad Mansur drew a turkey
Thanksgiving Day in the United States this year falls on November 28. And while many of us around the world may not be aware of the story behind the Pilgrim Fat
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Who one of the following painters of Jahangir's reign was conferred the title of 'Nadir-Ul-Asra'?
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30%
Abul Hassan
15%
Manohar
18%
Bishandas
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Ustad Mansoor
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With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as
Anonymous Quiz
3%
Capital cities
77%
Ports
15%
centres of iron-and-steel making
5%
shrines of Jain Tirthankaras
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β‘οΈFan-throated lizards
β The new species has been named 'Sitana dharwarensis' - derived from the Dharwar craton- a piece of the Earthβs crust that dates back to 2β3 billion years ago, according to a press statement released in Mumbai.
β The new species is quite similar to a species of fan-throated lizard called Sitana laticeps, however, the new species bears a much larger throat fan or dewlap.
β They are found only in the Indian subcontinent, where they have evolved under the influence of changing climates.
Female lizards do not have a fan, while male lizards inflate their neck pouch to attract the female in the summer season.
β The new species has been named 'Sitana dharwarensis' - derived from the Dharwar craton- a piece of the Earthβs crust that dates back to 2β3 billion years ago, according to a press statement released in Mumbai.
β The new species is quite similar to a species of fan-throated lizard called Sitana laticeps, however, the new species bears a much larger throat fan or dewlap.
β They are found only in the Indian subcontinent, where they have evolved under the influence of changing climates.
Female lizards do not have a fan, while male lizards inflate their neck pouch to attract the female in the summer season.
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ISRO satellites closely tracking deep depression over Bay of Bengal - The Hindu
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/isro-satellites-closely-tracking-cyclone-fengal/article68923510.ece
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/isro-satellites-closely-tracking-cyclone-fengal/article68923510.ece
The Hindu
ISRO satellites closely tracking deep depression over Bay of Bengal
ISRO satellites closely track Cyclone Fengal approaching Tamil Nadu, providing early detection and real-time insights for safety measures.
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About 850 IRS officers took retirement under VRS in last 10 years: MoS Finance - The Economic Times
https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/about-850-irs-officers-took-retirement-under-vrs-in-last-10-years-mos-finance/articleshow/115656089.cms
https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/about-850-irs-officers-took-retirement-under-vrs-in-last-10-years-mos-finance/articleshow/115656089.cms
The Economic Times
About 850 IRS officers took retirement under VRS in last 10 years: MoS Finance
Over 850 Indian Revenue Service officers have opted for voluntary retirement in the past decade. Customs officials seized over 2,746 kg of gold at Kerala airports between FY20 and October 2024. Financial fraud in banks and institutions has decreased significantlyβ¦
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Consider the following statements regarding various tourism projects in India:
1.The Gandikota project in Andhra Pradesh aims to enhance tourism at the historic fort known as the "Grand Canyon of India," which was primarily built during the Vijayanagara Empire.
2.The Siang Adventure & Eco-Retreat in Arunachal Pradesh promotes eco-tourism in Pasighat, a town renowned for its scenic beauty along the Siang River.
3.The Beautification of Rang Ghar project in Assam focuses on restoring one of India's oldest amphitheaters from the Ahom dynasty.
1.The Gandikota project in Andhra Pradesh aims to enhance tourism at the historic fort known as the "Grand Canyon of India," which was primarily built during the Vijayanagara Empire.
2.The Siang Adventure & Eco-Retreat in Arunachal Pradesh promotes eco-tourism in Pasighat, a town renowned for its scenic beauty along the Siang River.
3.The Beautification of Rang Ghar project in Assam focuses on restoring one of India's oldest amphitheaters from the Ahom dynasty.
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Consider the following statements regarding various tourism projects in India: 1.The Gandikota project in Andhra Pradesh aims to enhance tourism at the historic fort known as the "Grand Canyon of India," which was primarily built during the Vijayanagara Empire.β¦
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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6%
Only 1
34%
Only 2
52%
All
8%
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In a huge boost for Bharatβs tourism sector, govt
has approved 40 projects across 23 states under the Special Assistance to States/Union Territories for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, to develop iconic tourist centers to global standards.
has approved 40 projects across 23 states under the Special Assistance to States/Union Territories for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, to develop iconic tourist centers to global standards.
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#history25 Farmers cleaning an ancient well near the historic Cumbum tank in Cumbum, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. The Cumbum tank, which is the second-largest man-made reservoir in Asia used for agriculture, was built by Princess Varadarajamma, wife of King Sri Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagar, in the 15th century.
Source: The Hindu
Source: The Hindu
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Explained: New study reconstructs dinosaurs from their fossilised dung π
#explained_sci_tech #express_explained
#explained_sci_tech #express_explained
The Indian Express
Explained: New study reconstructs dinosaurs from their fossilised dung
Studying bromalites helped paleontologists piece together how the reptiles came to rule a part of the prehistoric world.
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