Current Affairs - July 30, 2023 Current Affairs

Kangchenjunga is the highest mountain peak in India and ranks as the third highest summit globally, with an elevation of 8,586 meters. It is situated in the Himalayas, specifically in Sikkim and Uttarakhand regions.

Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Japan’s Niigata University have made a groundbreaking discovery by finding water droplets in rocks from the Himalayas. These water droplets are believed to be from an ancient ocean that existed around 600 million years ago, shedding light on Earth's history and the origin of complex life.

The Machail Mata Temple, located in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, is dedicated to Goddess Durga, also known as 'Kaali' or 'Chandi'. The annual Machail Mata Yatra is a significant pilgrimage where devotees gather to pay their respects to this revered deity.

Pixxel has been awarded a significant grant from iDEX (Innovations For Defence Excellence), an initiative established by the Ministry of Defence. This grant will enable Pixxel to develop small, multi-purpose satellites for the Indian Air Force as part of India's space and defence plans.

Antarctica's sea ice extent is currently at a significantly lower level of about 14.2 million sq. km, which is below the normal extent of 16.7 million sq. km for this time of year. This reduction in sea ice extent has implications for marine life, ecosystems, and climate change, including potential sea level rise.

SpaceX launched the world's largest commercial communications satellite named "Jupiter 3" from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA. Developed by Maxar Technologies, the Jupiter 3 satellite is designed to provide enhanced connectivity with innovative technology and capabilities.

The $200 million loan deal between India and ADB aims to enhance water supply, sanitation, and urban resilience in specific towns as part of the ongoing Rajasthan Secondary Towns Development Sector Project. The funding will be used to improve water supply systems, sanitation systems, and overall livability in these urban areas. This initiative also involves testing public-private partnerships in the water and sanitation sector.

Maharashtra topped the list of missing women in India for the year 2021 with 56,498 women, as per the data published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).

Madhya Pradesh has launched its first online gaming academy named "MP State Esports Academy" to provide training and opportunities for aspiring esports professionals.

Semicon India 2023 aims to position India as a global hub for semiconductor design, manufacturing, and technology development. The conference emphasizes investment opportunities in India's semiconductor sector and features expert-led discussions on the subject. It aims to accelerate the growth and innovation of the semiconductor industry in India.

Kerala is setting up India's first Atal Incubation Centre in fisheries, and the grant of Rs.10 crore for this initiative was provided by NITI Aayog.

PM Modi launched a new type of Urea called "Urea Gold," which is coated with sulphur to improve soil quality and reduce farmers' expenses. Urea Gold is considered an innovative fertilizer that enhances nitrogen use efficiency, reduces consumption, and enhances crop quality.

The Government has extended the Atal Beemit Vyakti Kalyan Yojana, which is the unemployment scheme under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation, for an additional two years until June 30, 2024. This scheme provides financial relief to insured individuals who face unemployment and meet certain eligibility criteria.

The government has extended the Atal Beemit Vyakti Kalyan Yojana for an additional two years until June 30, 2024. This scheme provides unemployment support to ESIC beneficiaries.

James Ferguson 'Jim' Skea, a climate science expert from the United Kingdom, was elected as the new chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in Nairobi, Kenya. He won the election with 90 votes, surpassing Thelma Krug of Brazil. Skea's extensive experience in sustainable energy and climate science positions him to lead the IPCC through its seventh assessment cycle.