SpaceX successfully launched its Dragon Cargo capsule filled with supplies for astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Dragon Cargo capsule was launched using SpaceX’s workhorse Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Key Facts: SpaceX: Space Exploration Technologies Corporation – Private company engaged in space transportation. Founded by Elon Musk – also founder …
Pema Khandu (36) of Congress Party was sworn in as the 10th Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. Union Commerce Ministry has launched an e-marketplace portal for online purchase of goods and services by various central government ministries and departments. Portal has been developed by the Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals (DGS&D). The United Nations …
Current Affairs: December 2015 NATIONAL: The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted a resolution to designate 5th November every year as World Tsunami Awareness Day. 1st December – World Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Day. Theme for year 2015 is ‘Getting to zero, End AIDS by 2030‘. 3rd December: International Day of Persons with …
World Youth Skills Day: 15th July 2016 Theme: “Skills Development to Improve Youth Employment”. Union cabinet approved allocation of 12000 crore rupees to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Funds will be used to impart skill training to 60 lakh youths and certify skills of 40 lakh persons acquired non-formally. RBI has set up …
Note to readers: Beginning today, we are also opening Q & A section, In Q & A, daily practice questions for Prelims (5-10) shall be shared. While Question for mains shall be strictly from today’s news, that of prelims can be from any day of current affairs. Answers shall be given next day. Link to …
