The unemployment rate among people aged 15 years and above has declined in urban areas of the country.
The unemployment rate stood at 6.7% % in the January-March quarter of 2024.
Environment
4. Recently, which institute discovered an eco-friendly solution for treating muddy river water? – Indian Institute of Petroleum & Energy, Visakhapatnam
The Indian Institute of Petroleum & Energy (IIPE) in Visakhapatnam, in collaboration with other research institutions, has recently discovered an eco-friendly solution for treating muddy river water.
The solution is called the “Surface Modification Technique of Membrane”.
Sports
5. Recently, who won the gold medal in men’s javelin throw at the 27th Federation Cup senior national competition in Bhubaneshwar? – Neeraj Chopra
Neeraj Chopra, Olympic champion, clinched gold in his first home competition in three years at the 27th Federation Cup in Bhubaneswar on May 15.
Despite a hero’s welcome in Odisha, he expressed dissatisfaction with his performance in the men’s javelin final, despite claiming the top spot on the podium.
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Awards & Honours
6. Recently, who has been honored with Global Excellence Award 2024 for outstanding contributions in education? – Chandrakant Satija
Even after 46 years of being notified as a Tiger Reserve, about 60.5% of the total STR land is yet to be transferred to the Forest Department.
Miscellaneous
13. According to the Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR) report 2024, which university of India topped the list? – Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad
