When is Geeta Jayanti observed?
Geeta Jayanti 2021 was observed on December 14, 2021. Gita Mahotsav is an event centred around the Bhagavad Gita, when it is believed that the Bhagavad Gita was revealed to Arjuna by Krishna in the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
When is PM Narendra Modi scheduled to address the National Summit on Agro and Food Processing?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address National Summit on Agro and Food Processing on December 16, 2021. The summit will be organised as a part of Pre-event Vibrant Gujarat Summit to be held in Anand, Gujarat from December 14- 16, 2021.
India has launched the second edition of water innovation challenges with the Royal Embassy of which nation?
NITI Aayog, Atal Innovation Mission and the Royal Embassy of Denmark to India together have launched the second edition of water innovation challenges on December 13, 2021 to address the global water woes as a part of the Indo-Danish Bilateral Green Strategic partnership. The water innovation challenges aim to identify innovative and next-gen solutions to solve proposed challenges in collaboration with corporate and public partners.
Which cricketer has replaced injured Rohit Sharma in India's test squad for South Africa tour?
Priyank Panchal has replaced injured vice-captain Rohit Sharma in India's Test squad for the South Africa tour. Priyank Panchal has been a regular performer in India's domestic circuit. He has been the captain and top scorer for the Gujarat Ranji Trophy team for several years.
When is National Energy Conservation Day observed?
National Energy Conservation Day is observed across India on December 14, 2021 to raise awareness about the importance of energy conservation. The energy conservation day seeks to spread awareness about the importance of energy efficiency and conservation.
Which among the following institutes has developed Bhu Parikshak device to detect soil health in 90 seconds?
IIT Kanpur has developed a portable testing device called 'Bhu Parikshak' that can detect soil health in just 90 seconds through a mobile application. The technology has been transferred to a start-up.
An earthquake of 7.6 magnitude hit which nation on December 14, 2021?
An earthquake of 7.6 magnitude on the Richter scale struck 95km north of Maumere in Indonesia on December 14, 2021, informed United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake reportedly struck its region of East Nusa Tenggara, according to the Reuters.
India has inducted how many athletes in the first list of TOPS Athletes for 2024 Paris Olympics?
A total of 148 athletes, including 20 new inductees in seven Olympic disciplines and six Paralympic disciplines have been identified for support in the first list of Target Olympic Podium Scheme for 2024 Paris Olympics.
