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April Current Affairs
NO GOOD OPTIONS IN AFGHANISTAN
30, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: In Afghanistan, ‘reconciliation’ means different things to different players and to different groups of Afghans. Background: / What is the issue? America…
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ARMY INVOKES EMERGENCY POWERS FOR MISSILE DEAL
30, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News The Army set to procure Spike-LR Anti-Tank Missiles from Israel and Igla-S Very Short-Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORAD) from Russia through a…
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LAWYER FIGHTING PALM OIL INDUSTRY WINS ECOLOGY PRIZE
30, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News Alfred Brownell is among six activists to be honoured Details: The Upper Guinean Forest is considered one of the world’s most biologically…
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GENES OF CLIMATE-RESISTANT CHICKPEA VARIETIES IDENTIFIED
30, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News ICRISAT study discovers important factors for heat and drought tolerance Details: An international team led by the Hyderabad-based International Crops Research Institute…
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COMMITTEE CONSTITUTED TO OVERSEE CLEAN AIR PROGRAMME
30, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News The Union Environment Ministry has constituted a committee to implement the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), which aims to reduce particulate matter…
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DRUG RESISTANT DISEASES COULD KILL 10 MILLION A YEAR BY 2050
30, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News UN report calls for prudent use of antibiotics Details: If no action is taken, drug-resistant diseases could cause 10 million deaths each…
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INDEX OF EIGHT CORE INDUSTRIES
30, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The Index of Eight Core Industries is a provisional index which is released every month. It is calculated by using Laspeyre’s formula…
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NEPAL COLLECTED 3000 KG WASTE FROM EVEREST
30, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Nepal has collected about 3,000 kilograms of solid waste from Mt. Everest since when…
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INDIAN SUBCONTINENT’S COLLISION WITH ASIA BOOSTED OXYGEN IN WORLD’S OCEANS
30, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 1: Geographical Features & Their Locations Why in News? When the landmass that is now the Indian subcontinent slammed into Asia about 50 million…
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COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL CLEAN AIR PROGRAMME
30, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? The Union Environment Ministry has constituted a committee to implement the National Clean Air…
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ISHAD MANGO IS UNDER THE THREAT OF BECOMING RARE
30, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy - Food Processing & Related Industries In India Why in News? A local mango variety called Ishad is facing the threat of…
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UN.ORG International Dance Day: 29 April
30, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: April 29 is celebrated as International Dance Day annually. It aims to bring people together with a common language - dance. In 1982, the…
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ICMR LAUNCHES ‘MERA INDIA’ TO ELIMINATE MALARIA BY 2030
29, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The Indian Council of Medical Research has launched the MERA India – a conglomeration of partners working on malaria control – in…
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SEMINAR ON ‘USE OF TECHNICAL TEXTILES IN WATER RESOURCES WORKS’ HELD
29, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? One day Technical Seminar was organized by Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation on “Use of Technical Textiles in…
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BCIM ECONOMIC CORRIDOR
29, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? China has said that the Bangladesh-China-India-Myanmar (BCIM) Corridor will not be a part of the Belt & Road Initiative. BCIM Economic Corridor:…
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DELHI HC LIFTS CENTRE’S CURBS ON GI TAG FOR BASMATI RICE
29, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The Delhi High Court has struck down the decision of the Central government restricting the famously aromatic basmati rice production to only…
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PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS LONG TERM STRATEGY ON JAN DHAN BEGINS TO PAY OFF
29, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News Total deposits in the last three years have grown by over 2.5 times to ₹98,400 cr. Details Public sector banks stand to…
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NO MORE LEEWAY: ON RBI’S RELUCTANCE TO FURNISH LIST OF WILFUL DEFAULTERS
29, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News The RBI must set an example on transparency, and serve the national economic interest Details: The Reserve Bank of India has been…
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WHY CHRISTINA KOCH WILL STAY ON THE ISS FOR 11 MONTHS
29, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News NASA wants to study the effects of spaceflight on a woman Details: Astronaut Christina Koch will set a record for the longest…
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COMFORT FOOD LEADS TO MORE WEIGHT GAIN DURING STRESS: STUDY
29, Apr 2019
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Medicine and Pharmaceuticals
Why in News? Indulging in high-calorie ‘comfort’ foods when stressed can lead to more weight gain than usual, scientists say. Details: Researchers from the Garvan…
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INDIAN ARMY SIGNS MOU WITH NHPC TO BUILD UNDERGROUND TUNNELS
28, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? Indian Army has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Limited to build four underground tunnels. Highlights:…
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RBI EXTENDS OMBUDSMAN SCHEME TO NON-DEPOSIT TAKING NBFCS
28, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the extension of the Ombudsman Scheme for Non- Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). Highlights: To eligible non-deposit…
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RBI DIVESTS ENTIRE STAKE IN NHB, NABARD
28, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The RBI has divested its remaining stake in the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and National Housing Bank (NHB)…
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ADDRESS THE INNOVATION DEFICIT IN NEGLECTED DISEASES
28, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The thrust in funding research should be followed up with policies that incentivise industry in drug development. Details: India was reported to…
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GUJARAT GOVERNMENT BACKS POTATO FARMERS IN PEPSICO CASE
28, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? The Gujarat government has decided to back the nine potato farmers locked in a legal battle with food and beverages giant PepsiCo…
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JAMIA TEAM DEVELOPS ULTRASENSITIVE QUANTUM THERMOMETER
28, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News Researchers at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, have developed an ultrasensitive quantum thermometer using graphene quantum dots. The thermometer can measure micro…
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DATA THEFT BID HITS AYUSHMAN BHARAT
28, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
why in News: Ayushman Bharat, the government run health insurance programme confirmed that there had been an attempted security breach. Background: / Ayushman Bharat programme.…
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SUSPENSION OF CROSS LOC TRADE
28, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: India recently suspended the cross-LoC trade, alleging misuse of the facility by individuals linked to terrorist groups. What is the government's rationale?…
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GLOBAL FOOD POLICY REPORT
27, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
Why in News? Global Food Policy Report released by the Washington DC-based International Food Theme: Rural revitalization is the theme for 2019. Highlights: Marked by…
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WHO GUIDELINES ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE
27, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The WHO issued guidelines as part of a campaign to tackle the global obesity crisis and ensure that young children grow up…
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GLOBAL TALENT COMPETITIVE INDEX 2019
27, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The sixth consecutive year in the Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) 2019, announced in Singapore. Highlights: The theme of ‘Entrepreneurial Talent and…
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Good Friday Accord
27, Apr 2019
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India and its Neighbour
why in news: Journalist Lyra McKee’s gruesome murder in Londonderry last week has brought into focus the fragile Irish peace process, more than 20 years…
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FBI Chief Tells us Congress that China Poses Bigger Security Threat Than Russia
27, Apr 2019
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Information Technology
Why in News: China came under renewed criticism by US government officials and lawmakers on a range of issues, including charges of human rights violations…
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Draft Un Report
27, Apr 2019
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Climate change and its impacts
Why in News: Extinction of species due to loss of clean air, drinkable water, CO2-absorbing forests, pollinating insects, protein-rich fish and storm blocking mangroves says-UN…
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PEPSICO Proposes settlement to Potato farmers whom they SUED
27, Apr 2019
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Agriculture, ignorance, subsidy, marketing
Why in News? Food and beverages giant PepsiCo on Friday offered to settle lawsuits against four farmers who it had dragged to court for allegedly…
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Supreme Court Gives RBI ‘Last Chance’ to Alter
27, Apr 2019
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Banking
Why in News? Supreme Court gave one “last opportunity” to the Central bank to disclose its annual inspection reports of private banks and financial institutions…
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Parallel Probes: On Complaint Against CJI
27, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? Justice Patnaik, who retired from the Supreme Court in 2014, was nominated by a three- judge bench of the apex court headed…
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Bri has Entered a New Era of Transparency
27, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? China announced that the financial model for funding projects under its flagship Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) had been revamped, countering criticism…
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Proteins Hold Key to Healthy Babies
27, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Bengaluru researchers estimate nutritional requirement for pregnant women Details: A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that a…
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WORLD FORESTS ARE IN EMERGENCY ROOM: STUDY
26, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The world lost 12 million hectares of tree cover last year, an area nearly the size of England Details: The world lost…
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ANTARCTIC PENGUINS SUFFER HUGE BREEDING FAILURE
26, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? Tens of thousands of breeding penguins abandon site as climate change impacts on ice Details: Scientists have raised concerns over Antarctica’s second…
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WHO SAYS ONE IN 10 CHILDREN DID NOT GET VACCINATED IN 2016
26, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Worldwide, 12.9 million infants, nearly 1 in 10, did not receive any vaccinations in 2016, according to the most recent WHO and…
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MARUTI SUZUKI DUMP ‘DIRTY’ DIESAL MODELS FROM 2020
26, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The company plans to stop manufacturing diesel-powered vehicles from the next financial year. New BS VI norms will make them un competitive…
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SCIENTISTS TRACK INDIAN OCEAN’S ‘MISSING’ PLASTIC WASTE
26, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: Indian Ocean is the world's biggest dumping ground for plastic waste, but where the trash ultimately ends up has remained a mystery,…
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SPEAK YOUR MIND: BRAIN IMPLANT TRANSLATES THOUGHT TO SPEECH
26, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Scientists have developed a virtual prosthetic voice, a system that decodes the brain’s vocal intentions and translates them into mostly understandable speech,…
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UNCERTAIN TIMES: ON INDIA’S OIL IMPORTS
26, Apr 2019
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Growth, Development, National
Why in News: The oil market have undergone with a great deal of uncertainty over supplies which is due to the US economic sanctions against…
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The Global Forest Watch (GFW)
26, Apr 2019
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Disaster Management
Why in News? The Global Forest Watch (GFW) is released by World Resources Institute (WRI) which reveals that India has lost over 1.6 million hectare…
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Special 301 Report
26, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? India continues to remain on the United States (US) ‘Priority Watch List’ for alleged violations of intellectual property rights (IPR) and for…
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International Solar Alliance Funding
26, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? The International Solar Alliance, a global body for cooperation among solar resource-rich countries, will no longer be classified as a foreign source…
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SEBI Reduces Minimum Subscription Requirement For REITS
26, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? SEBI has reduced the minimum subscription requirement as well as defined trading lots for REITs and Highlights: SEBI has come out with…
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Illegal Cultivation Of BT Brinjal
26, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The activists representing the Coalition for a GM-Free India (CGFI) have alleged that Bt brinjal is being cultivated illegally in Highlights: Bacillus…
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ILLEGAL CULTIVATION OF BT BRINJAL
26, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
GS 3: Science & Technology Why in News? The activists representing the Coalition for a GM-Free India (CGFI) have alleged that Bt brinjal is being…
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JUST RECOMPENSE
25, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? Compensation for Bilkis Bano underlines the state’s obligation for horrific crimes Details: Compensation to victims is a relatively less recognised component of…
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BEYOND THE FREE TRADE IDEALISM
25, Apr 2019
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E-Governance
Why in News? An ambitious ‘Employment and Incomes Policy’ must be the top priority for the next government Details: The U.S. has begun trade skirmishes…
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POTATO FARMERS CRY FOUL AS PEPSICO SLAPS CASE ON THEM
25, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? Farmers face demand for ₹1.05 crore in damages for growing Lays variety, want government to step in Details: Multi-billion-dollar conglomerate PepsiCo sued…
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MAGIC MILK: FIGHTING INFECTIONS WITH A CLUE FROM ECHIDNA
25, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Scientists at the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CSIR-CCMB) have isolated an anti- microbial…
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GHANA EYES WORLD RECORD ON MEDICAL DRONE DEVICE
25, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Ghana launched a fleet of drones to carry medical supplies to remote areas, declaring it would become the "world's largest drone delivery…
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TUMMY TIMETABLES: WHO OFFERS LIFESTYLE ADVICE FOR CHILDREN
25, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The United Nations released its first-ever recommendations on physical activity for children under five, with disputed advice on subjects ranging from screen…
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ARMY TO BUILD TUNNELS TO STORE AMMUNITION
25, Apr 2019
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Defence
Why in News: Indian Army is planning to construct underground tunnels for storage of ammunition along the border with China and Pakistan Details: The Army…
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CHINA TO BUILD MOON STATION IN ‘ABOUT 10 YEARS’
25, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News: Beijing plans to send a manned mission to the moon and to build a research station with the aim to achieve space…
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JUST RECOMPENSE: ON COMPENSATION FOR BILKIS BANO
25, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Supreme Court has directed the Gujarat government to give Rs 50 lakh as compensation, a job and accommodation to Bilkis Bano,…
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GLOBAL DEAL FOR NATURE (GDN)
25, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Saving the diversity and abundance of life on Earth may cost $100 billion a…
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E-WAY BILL SYSTEM
25, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? Recently, the Finance Ministry has introduced changes in the e-way bill system. Highlights: The new enhanced system would come…
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BAN OF MELAMINE
25, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
GS 3: Science & Technology - Awareness In The Fields Of It, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-Technology, Bio-Technology Why in News? The government has extended the…
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BHARAT STAGE VI
25, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Maruti Suzuki Ltd has launched its popular Baleno and Alto hatchbacks with engines compliant…
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PAYROLL REPORTING IN INDIA – A FORMAL EMPLOYMENT PERSPECTIVE GS
25, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? The Central Statistics Office (CSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has released the press note on Employment Outlook…
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MOSQUIRIX: WORLD’S FIRST MALARIA VACCINE
24, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
GS 3: Science & Technology - Awareness In The Fields Of It, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-Technology, Bio-Technology Why in News? African Nation, Malawi will be…
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66th NATIONAL FILM AWARDS TO BE DECLARED AFTER GENERAL ELECTIONS, 2019
24, Apr 2019
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Culture
GS 1: Art and Culture Why in News? Since the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is in force, which facilitates level playing field to all…
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NATIONAL PANCHAYATI RAJ DAY
24, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? The National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year in India on 24th April. Highlights: The Constitution of India…
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SHIPPING FIRMS SEEK PM’S HELP TO STAY AFLOAT
24, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: Indian shipping companies have submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister, seeking his immediate intervention of scraping a recent notification and a…
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OUTER SPACE LESSONS
24, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) work toward ‘Mission Gaganyaan’, to send three Indian astronauts into space. Details: The U.S objective, was to…
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THE PROBLEM WITH CHERRY-PICKING DATA
24, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: The article says that the India is presently facing a data crisis which was recently talked by Minister of State for Housing…
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SRILANKA LINKS BLASTS TO CHRISTCHURCH ATTACKS
24, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? Reports quote Islamic State as claiming responsibility for the attacks that killed over 320. Details: The serial bomb attacks on Easter Sunday,…
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INTEGRATED FARMING NEEDED TO DOUBLE FARMER’S INCOME
24, Apr 2019
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Agriculture
GS 3: Agriculture Why in News? The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has stressed the need to promote integrated farming practices to…
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INDIA MAY STOP OIL IMPORTS FROM IRAN
24, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? Petroleum Minister said the country plans to increase imports from major oil producing nations other than Iran, indicating that it will be…
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THE PERMANENCE OF ARAB UPRISINGS
24, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Mass protests in Algeria and sudan have recently removed two aging autocrats, ending 20 and 30 years, respectively, of absolutist rule. In…
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INDIAN COAST GUARD VESSEL C-441
24, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? The Indian Coast Guard commissioned its latest acquisition, an interceptor vessel named C-441, at a ceremony held at…
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FDI IN MEDICAL DEVICE DWINDLES, INDUSTRY BLAMES GOVERNMENT POLICY
24, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: India permitted 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) through automatic route in medical devices sector. Background: The government has just removed…
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TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE DIGITAL LIBRARY (TKDL)
23, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? CSIR jointly with Department of AYUSH (now Ministry) developed the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL). TKDL: A globally recognized…
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BACTERIOPHAGES IN GANGA WATER
23, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
GS 3: Science & Technology - Awareness In The Fields Of It, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-Technology, Bio-Technology Why in News? A study commissioned by the…
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INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (IEPF) AUTHORITY RECOVERS RS 1514 CR OF DEPOSITORS’ MONEY
23, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? In a major success, the IEPF Authority has been able to enforce The Peerless General Finance and Investment Company…
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CONTROLLER GENERAL OF DEFENCE ACCOUNTS (CGDA)
23, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance Why in News? Shri Rajendra Kumar Nayak took over as the 52nd Controller General of Defence Accounts. He is from the Indian…
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SC SEEKS REPLIES FROM CENTRE, J&K ON HIGHWAY TRAFFIC BAN
23, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Supreme Court on Monday asked responses from the Centre and Jammu and Kashmir restriction of civilian traffic two days a week…
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HOMELESS ACTIVISTS OUTSIDE NOTRE DAME SEEK ‘A ROOF TOO’
23, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Dozens of public housing advocates protested outside the gutted Notre Dame in Paris on Monday to demand that France’s poorest be remembered…
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LINE OF CAUTION: ON SUSPENSION OF CROSS-LOC TRADE
23, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: The government has issued orders to suspend the Line of Control (LoC) trade between Jammu & Kashmir and Pak Occupied Kashmir (PoK)…
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LONDONS CLIMATE CHANGE PROTESTORS HALT STREET BLOCKADE
23, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The so-called Extinction Rebellion took over the heart of the UK capital in a bid to focus global attention on rising temperatures…
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SCIENTISTS USE EU SATELLITE TO SPOT AEGEAN SEA LITTER
23, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? A team of Greek university students gently deposits a wall-sized PVC frame on the surface before divers moor it at sea. Marine…
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DOWN TO EARTH ON THE ASAT TEST
23, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? India has neither achieved a higher level of deterrence nor enabled a more stable strategic security environment India carried out a successful…
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U.S. ENDS WAIVER FOR INDIA ON IRAN OIL
23, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: The US has broadly agreed to grant India a waiver from its Iran sanctions recently. Background: India was one of eight countries…
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PREVENTING FURTHER ATTACKS IN SRILANKA
23, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Preventing further attacks and keeping the peace are vital in Sri Lanka. Background: The serial blasts on Easter Sunday rank as the…
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EARTH DAY: SAVING THE PLANET
23, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: Celebrating the Earth day on April 22 Background: Saving the diversity and abundance of life on the earth may cost $100 billion…
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PROJECT 15B
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? State-owned Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has launched India’s third Project 15B Visakhapatnam-class guided-missile destroyer, the future INS Imphal, in Mumbai Project…
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CSIR UNDERTAKES A GENOME SEQUENCING PROJECT
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has undertaken an indigenous genetic mapping effort to educate a generation of students on…
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A NEW LANDSCAPE ON THE HORIZON
22, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? The recent scientific evidence has given a glimpse of the Earth’s changing contours—the African continent is splitting into Africa is splitting: A…
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49th Annual Earth Day Observed
22, Apr 2019
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International Events
Why in News? Earth Day 2019 observed on 22nd April 2019 marks the 49th annual Earth Earth Day 2019 is observed with the theme 'Protect…
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NASA SCIENTISTS DETECT FIRST MOLECULE OF UNIVERSE
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The scientists of NASA have detected the first molecule which is Helium Hydride that was formed from stray atoms in the Universe…
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GENDER STEREOTYPES LEAVE IMPRINT ON BRAINS
22, Apr 2019
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Rights Issues
Why in News: Scientists say that Society’s expectations about gender roles alter the human brain at the cellular level. Details: Sex is based on biological factors…
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IN HIS OWN CAUSE: ON COMPLAINT AGAINST CJI RANJAN GOGOI
22, Apr 2019
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Rights Issues
Why in News: Chief Justice of India has been victimised for sexual harassment by former Supreme court employee Details: An issue within the domain of…
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SERIAL BLASTS ACROSS SRILANKA CLAIM 200,SEVERAL INJURED
22, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: A series of eight devastating bomb blasts ripped through high- end hotels and churches holding Easter services in Sri Lanka on Sunday,…
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CHINA DRAWS UP TIGHTER RULES ON HUMAN GENE AND EMBRYO TRIALS
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News Medical and human tests would face closer scrutiny and stricter requirements Details: China’s top legislature will consider tougher rules on research involving…
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WORKERS AND REFUGEES ARE NOT CRIMINALS
22, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? Global political action is required to reinforce the legitimate identity of a worker Details: The Mexican border was closed for hours on…
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IN A FIRST, EAST ASIAN BIRDS MAKE ANDAMAN STOPOVER
22, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? Sighting of news species on the island chain has gone up since the 2004 Indonesian tsunami, say researchers of the ZSI. Details:…
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ROUGH ROAD
22, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: The United States Department of Justice has released the special counsel Robert Mueller’s report. The report looks into alleged Russian collusion in…
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MEDICINE LABELS IN REGIONAL LANGUAGE
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: In order to counter fake, sub-standard and expired drugs, the Union Health Ministry has said Hindi and regional language will be used…
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WARMING UP TO THE HEAT FROM THE SUN
22, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Use of solar thermal is yet to catch the imagination of investors and users; the key is to incentivise industry to use…
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INDIAN BULLFROGS TAKE TO INVASIVE BEHAVIOUR EARLY IN ANDAMANS
22, Apr 2019
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Bio Diversity
Why in news: Indian bullfrogs introduced in the Andaman Islands are invasive, and eat native wildlife including fish and lizards. Experiments reveal that bullfrog tadpoles…
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INTERNATIONAL FLEET REVIEW
21, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? IN Ships Kolkata and Shakti are scheduled to arrive Qingdao, China on 21 Apr 19 to participate in the International Fleet Review…
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IN-VPM BILAT EXERCISE
21, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
Why in News? Indian Navy undertook the second edition of the bilateral maritime exercise between Indian Navy and Vietnam Peoples’ Navy at/ off Cam Ranh…
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NAVAL COMMANDERS’ CONFERENCE 2019
21, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
Why in News? The first edition of Naval Commanders’ Conference of 2019 is scheduled at New Delhi (from 23 to 25 April 2019). Highlights: The…
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MICRORNAS IN THE LIVER HELP REGULATE THE FEED-FAST CYCLE
21, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Researchers from Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, have succeeded in identifying the mechanism that drives the feed-fast transition in the…
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INDOOR AIR EMISSIONS AFFECT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS
21, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? Indoor air pollution accounted for 40% of PM 2.5 pollution in the Gangetic basin. Details: India can achieve its air quality goals…
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OVER ONE LAKH OLIVE RIDLEYS ENTER SEA IN ODISHA
21, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The eggs that were laid in March began hatching in kalam island off Odisha coast Details: The idyllic Kalam Island off the…
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KARBI ANGLONG
21, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in news: Karbi people taking out a procession on the occasion of gohain uliuwa mela Background: Karbis belong to the Mongoloid group and linguistically…
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CASES OF MEASLES SHOWS ALARMING RISE-WHO
21, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: A team of researchers from the National Institute of Biomedical Genomics, Kalyani, West Bengal, has found Biomarkers for lymph node metastasis in…
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THE FACE OF DISASTERS 2019 REPORT
20, Apr 2019
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Disaster Management
Why in News? The Face of Disasters 2019 report was recently published by Sustainable Environment and Ecological Development Society (SEEDS). Highlights: The ‘Face of Disasters…
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INDIA AND FRANCE TO CONDUCT LARGEST NAVAL EXERCISE “VARUNA”
20, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? India and France are all set to hold their largest-ever naval exercise 'Varuna' with aircraft carriers, destroyers, submarines and fighters early May…
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LEARNING COIN
20, Apr 2019
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International Events
Why in News? International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank have together launched a private blockchain with a pseudo-token- "Learning Coin". Highlights: The new…
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UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARKS
20, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? UNESCO Global Geoparks are single, unified geographical areas where sites and landscapes of international geological significance are managed with a holistic concept…
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CHEMISTS AND DRUGGISTS ARE PASSE; FROM NOW ALL WILL BE PHARMACIES
20, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The words ‘chemist’ and ‘druggist’ are headed for a change, with the Union Health Ministry replacing them with ‘pharmacy’. The step is…
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SC TO HEAR PETITION TO END WRITE-OFFS
20, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News The Supreme Court will hear a petition to restrain banks from writing off non- performing assets. Details: / For a true picture…
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IF PAKISTAN DOES NOT TAKE THE IMF LOAN, IT IS IN A MESS. IF IT DOES, IT IS IN A BIGGER MESS
20, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Pakistan’s economy has been ruined in the last eight months.At a moment when Pakistan’s economy is facing a major crisis, it also…
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TOP IT FIRMS UNDER THREAT OF CYBERATTACK
20, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Criminals may be targeting Infosys and Cognizant, after Wipro, says security website Krebs on Security Details: India’s leading tech players may be…
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A DIALOGUE WITH OUR FRAGILE PAST
20, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in News? The world needs to look differently at its historical memory and the cultural heritage which embodies it Details: The large fire that…
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TRADERS AND POLITICIANS SLAM GOVERNMENT FOR SUSPENSION OF CROSS LOC TRADE
20, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Traders and politicians in Kashmir have criticised the government over the sudden suspension of cross-Line of Control trade, which the government said…
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GANGA HAS HIGHER PROPORTION OF ANTIBACTERIAL AGENTS
20, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: A study commissioned by the Union Water Resources Ministry to probe the “unique properties” of the Ganga found that the river water…
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DRAFT INDIAN FOREST ACT
20, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: The draft Bill reinforces the idea of bureaucratic control of forests, providing immunity for actions such as use of firearms by personnel…
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CASES OF MEASLES SHOWS ALARMING RISE-WHO
20, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
why in news: The number of cases of measles — one of the world’s most contagious diseases — is climbing, warned the World Health Organisation…
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A SHAMEFUL MARKER OF FIVE YEARS
19, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The article says about the major problems faced by minorities in India. Details: lynch attacks against minorities are more common and emerged…
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GENOME SEQUENCING TO MAP POPULATION DIVERSITY
19, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Youths from the length and breadth of India have their genomes which was sequenced by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research…
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N. KOREA CALLS FOR POMPEO TO BE DROPPED FROM TALKS
19, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: North Korea said, it no longer wanted to deal with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and said he should be replaced…
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PLEA IN SC ON VOTING RIGHTS OF UNDERTRIALS AND CONVICTS
19, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Supreme Court is hearing a plea filed by a law student questioning an electoral law which denies undertrials and convicts their…
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PREDICABLE CHAOS IN LIBYA
19, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? The Iraqi-Libyan species of intervention, with UN ‘approval’ but under the West’s watch, is a post-Cold-War phenomenon Details: Libyan militias battling for control…
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BEIJING SURPRISE: CHINA’S GROWTH
19, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? The Chinese economy has grown faster than expected, but concerns over stimulus remain Details: China’s economy is showing signs of a rebound.…
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NEED TO ADDRESS GROWTH CHALLENGES
19, Apr 2019
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Disaster Manage Unit
Why in News: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted the need to address growth challenges as the inflation outlook remained benign, at…
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JET SUSPENDS ALL FLIGHTS AFTER BANKS REFUSE TO RELEASE FUNDS
19, Apr 2019
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Bio Diversity
Why in News: Jet Airways announced temporary suspension of all its international and domestic flights, with the last flight operating between Amritsar and Mumbai. Background:…
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INDIA SUSPENDS CROSS LOC TRADE IN J&K
19, Apr 2019
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International
why in News: India has suspended cross LoC trade between Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan-Occupied- Kashmir (PoK) with effect from April 19 on grounds that…
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SATURN’S MOON TITAN HAS 100-M DEEP METHANE LAKES
18, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Saturn’s largest moon Titan has small liquid lakes that run more than 100 metres deep, perched atop hills and filled with methane,…
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WORLD HERITAGE DAY 2019
18, Apr 2019
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Culture
World Heritage Day: The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) in 1982 had decided to celebrate April 18 as as the International Day for…
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BBIN INITIATIVE
18, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? In the backdrop of the growing maritime engagement between India and Vietnam, the Indian Navy undertook the second edition of the bilateral…
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SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT OF MANGROVES IS NEED OF THE HOUR
18, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? Mangroves are salt-tolerant vegetation that grows in intertidal regions of rivers and estuaries. They are referred to as ‘tidal forests’ and belong…
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BASHIR MOVED FROM RESIDENCE TO KHARTOUM’S KOBAR PRISON
18, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in news: Ex-Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has been moved to Khartoum’s grim high-security Kobar prison from the presidential residence and transitional military rulers announced…
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FRANCE LAUNCHES GLOBAL CONTEST TO REPLACE NOTRE- DAME SPIRE
18, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: France announced that it would invite architects from around the world to submit designs for replacing the spire of Notre- Dame Cathedral…
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MARS BASE SIMULATOR UNVEILED IN GOBI DESERT
18, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: China’s Gobi Desert has a Mars base simulator, but instead of housing astronauts training to live on the red planet, full of…
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THE LIMITS OF POPULISM
18, Apr 2019
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Governance
It is very difficult for an incumbent government to offer biographical solutions to structural problems. Details: Democracy and populism are cousins. Both Mahatma Gandhi and…
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CHENCHUS BELIEVE THE FOX USHERS IN FORTUNE
18, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in News: The nomadic tribal families have succeeded in domesticating the animal Details: / An offence: official Senior official at the Srisailam Nagarjuna Sagar…
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SCIENTISTS REVIVE A FLICKER OF ACTIVITY IN BRAINS OF DEAD PIGS
18, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Yale University scientists have succeeded in restoring basic cellular activity in pigs' brains hours after their deaths in a finding that may…
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JAT VOTES
18, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in News: In Which way will the Jat votes swings-the question hangs in the air. Background: The Jats are a dominant farming community who…
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LARGER CONSPIRACY IN SARADHA SCAM ALLEGED
18, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in news: Former Kolkata Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar has claimed that the allegations raised against him in connection with the multi-core Saradha chit fund…
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ELECTION COMMISSION’S POWERS
18, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Supreme Court came down heavily on the EC for its lack of initiative in enforcing the law. The EC cracked the…
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Exercise ‘SEA VIGIL’
17, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? The debrief of Exercise Sea Vigil was held on 16 April19 Highlights: The maiden national level Coastal Defence Exercise SEA VIGIL was…
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PROFIT ATTRIBUTION TO PERMANENT ESTABLISHMENT (PE) IN INDIA
17, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? Recognizing the significance of issues relating to attribution of profits to a permanent establishment as well as the need to bring greater…
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INDIAN NAVY-VIETNAM PEOPLES’ NAVY BILATERAL EXERCISE
17, Apr 2019
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International Events
Why in News? In the backdrop of the growing maritime engagement between India and Vietnam, the Indian Navy undertook the second edition of the bilateral…
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SUSPENSION OF LOC TRADE BETWEEN J&K AND POJK
17, Apr 2019
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Bilateral
Why in News? India suspended Line of Control (LoC) trade between Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan- occupied Jammu & Kashmir with effect from 19-04-2019 after…
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EARTH SIZED EXOPLANET FOUND
17, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? One year after its launch, NASA's TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) discovered its first Earth-sized exoplanet. Details: Named HD21749c, the planet orbits…
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SC TO DECIDE ON ENTRY OF WOMEN INTO MOSQUES
17, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear a petition seeking permission for Muslim women to enter mosques to offer prayers. Echoes…
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SEALED DISCLOSURE
17, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in news? The Supreme Court order will not alter the influence of electoral bonds on polls Details: The Supreme Court’s interim order asking political…
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ATBARA -RISING PRICE ISSUE
17, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: Protests broke out in Atbara in north eastern Sudan over rising prices of bread. Background: President Omar al-Bashir, who captured power through…
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CATHEDRAL BLAZE
17, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in News: Notre-Dame cathedral got fire; it was probably by accident says French prosecutors. Background: Notre-Dame in Paris is famous for its intricate gothic-style…
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EC ‘WAKES UP TO ITS POWERS’
17, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in news: EC's action against leading political leaders for their communally provocative and divisive speeches. Background: / Election Commission of India: The Election Commission…
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INDO-PACIFIC WING SET UP IN THE FOREIGN OFFICE
16, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? The Ministry of External Affairs has set up an Indo-Pacific Wing in the foreign office Highlights: The Indo-Pacific division is intended to…
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NGT FORMS CENTRAL MONITORING COMMITTEE TO CHECK RIVER POLLUTION
16, Apr 2019
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Indian Polity / Governance
Why in News? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has formed a Central Monitoring Committee to prepare and enforce a national plan to make over 350…
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RESILIENT CITIES ASIA-PACIFIC (RCAP) CONGRESS
16, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? The 4th Resilient Cities Asia-Pacific (RCAP) Congress 2019 was organized by the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI). Resilient Cities Asia-Pacific:…
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NIRBHAY SUB-SONIC CRUISE MISSILE
16, Apr 2019
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Internal Security
Why in News? Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully test fired indigenously designed & developed Long Range Sub-Sonic Cruise Missile “Nirbhay” from the Integrated…
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ON CLIMATE CHANGE, A SHIFT TOWARDS CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE
16, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in news: Playing the role of a riot cop dispersing a peaceful but illegal sit-in on the steps of France’s National Assembly, Non-Violent Civil…
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CHINA IS USING AI TO PROFILE UIGHUR MUSLIMS
16, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: Facial recognition technology being used by china to track and control the Uighurs. It is the first known example of a government…
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WEATHERVANE OF DEMOCRACY
16, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Content Area / Why in News: The Election Commission’s weakening commitment to the Model Code of Conduct over which the commitment of the political class…
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SLOWING DOWN FAST: INDUSTRIAL GROWTH
16, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? The downturn in industrial activity and the spike in retail inflation pose a policy challenge Details: Another indicator, worryingly, points to the …
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SUDAN PROTESTORS CALL FOR CIVILIAN GOVERNMENT
16, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Protesters in Sudan have overcome army attempts to disperse their sit-in and resumed their calls for civilian rule. Months of protests: Protests…
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FIRST 3D PRINTED HEART HAS HUMAN CELLS, VESSELS
16, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Scientists in Israel unveiled a 3D print of a heart with human tissue and vessels, calling it a first and a "major…
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NSE AND BSE ACCOUNT FOR 96% OF CURRENCY TRADING IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC REGION
16, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News: Even though India become one of the largest derivative trading centres globally, it has not stopped the bourses. Indian exchanges do not…
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ASSANGE TRIED TO USE EMBASSY SAYS ECUADOR
16, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Violation of asylum conditions and tried to use the Ecuador embassy in London. Background: Julian Assange is the head of the anti-secrecy…
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MONSOON LIKELY TO BE NORMAL -METROLOGICAL DEPARTMENT
16, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: Monsoon rains in India are likely to be “normal” this year, says India Meteorological Department. Background: The Indian agriculture is considered a…
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UNIFIED PAYMENTS INTERFACE
15, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and some industry players from April 2018 to March…
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YANGTZE GIANT SOFTSHELL TURTLE
15, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? The last female of rare Yangtze Giant Softshell turtles died in China Highlights: The only known female member of one of the…
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WORLD’S LARGEST PLANE
15, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The world’s largest aircraft took off over the Mojave Desert in California, the first flight for the carbon-composite plane built by Strato…
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PHASE 4 OF GEOSYNCHRONOUS SATELLITE LAUNCH VEHICLE (GSLV)
15, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved ongoing GSLV continuation programme Phase-4 consisting of five GSLV flights during the…
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INDIA TO BE TREATED AS NATO ALLY
15, Apr 2019
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Bilateral
Why in News? American lawmakers have reintroduced a key legislation in their House of Representatives which seeks to advance the US-India strategic relationship HR 2123…
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ENDANGERED TURTLE DIES; ONLY 3 LEFT IN THE WORLD
15, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The last known female Yangtze giant softshell turtle has died in China, potentially dooming the species to extinction. Details: The Wildlife Conservations…
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WORLDS LARGEST PLANE MAKES FIRST FLIGHT TEST
15, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The world's largest aircraft took off over the Mojave Desert in California on Saturday, the first flight for the carbon-composite plane built…
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CANADA REMOVES KHALISTANI EXTREMISM FROM TERROR REPORT
15, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? Punjab Chief Minister said that Canadian administration’s decision to remove all references to Khalistani extremism in its 2018 report on terrorist threats…
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NECESSARY STEPS TO ENDING POVERTY
15, Apr 2019
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Growth, Development, National
Context: The provision of health, education and public services matters more than income support schemes Details: / Garibi Hatao: Garibi Hatao ("Remove poverty") was the…
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HIGHWAY HURDLE
15, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Madras High Court has quashed the land acquisition proceedings for the Chennai- salem corridor Background: The Chennai-Salem greenfield corridor is a…
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OIL CONSUMING BACTERIA FOUND AT SEA BOTTOM
15, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Scientists have discovered a unique oil eating bacterium in the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the earth’s oceans, a finding that…
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LIPSTICK SEED’S GROWN BY TRIBAL’S
15, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: The coloured cosmetic that they adorn on their lips can be manufactured from the non- carcinogenic lipstick seed cultivated in the backyard…
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OPPOSITION TO MOVE SC DEMANDING MORE VVPAT CHECKS
15, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Opposition parties have decided to step up pressure on the Election Commission to verify at least 50 per cent of the…
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A COIL IN THE STOMACH FOR BETTER TB TREATMENT
14, Apr 2019
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Medicine, Health
Why in News? The coil eliminates the need for daily drug administration and brings down cost TB treatment: The treatment of tuberculosis is becoming more…
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CAPTURING THE IMAGE OF BLACK HOLE
14, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News? Recently astronomers have clicked a picture of one of the most secretive objects of the universe. Black hole A black hole is…
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JALLIAN WALA BAGH, A SHAMEFUL ACT IN HISTORY
14, Apr 2019
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History in News
Why in news? British high commissioner termed the massacre at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar,”a shameful act in British Indian history. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: An unarmed but…
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YEAST STRAIN INCREASES ETHANOL PRODUCTION
14, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: yeast strain that can produce up to 15.5% more ethanol when glucose or lignocellulose biomass — rice and wheat straw — is…
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STRINGENT NORMS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES
14, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: India’s top drug advisory body, has recommended that the Health Ministry should notify all medical devices under the drug laws. Background: DTAB:…
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A BOOST TO TRUE INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM: RAFALE DOCUMENTS
14, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: The Supreme Court rejected the Centre's argument that the Rafale Deal documents published in The Hindu and The Wire were 'Privileged'. Background:…
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INDIA STARES AT PILE OF SOLAR E-WASTE
13, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: India will likely to have a new category of electronic waste, namely solar e-waste by 2050, India’s e- waste rules have no…
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Namami Gange Gets Global Recognition at World Summit
13, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) was awarded the distinction of “Public Water Agency of the Year” by Global Water Intelligence…
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BAMBOO RICE SHOWS UP IN ODISHA
13, Apr 2019
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Agriculture
Why in News? Odisha is among the states known for a wide variety of rice, the staple food of eastern and north-eastern India and beyond.…
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New Genetic Method to Empower Conservation
13, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? A team of scientists at Stanford University and the National Centre for Biological Sciences at India’s Tata Institute of Fundamental Research have…
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Who Bought Electoral Bonds, SC Asks Parties
13, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in news: The Supreme Court directed political parties to provide complete information to the Election Commission in sealed covers to ensure Electoral bond: It…
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Seeing Darkness: The First Image of a Black Hole
13, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: the Event Horizon Telescope collaboration showed the world the unseeable the very first image of a black Details: The black hole itself…
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An ODE to Martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh
13, Apr 2019
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Art & Culture
Why in News: One of the first poems written in protest after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919 is being republished to mark the centenary…
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Industrial Growth Dips, Inflation Up
13, Apr 2019
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Economics
why in news? Industrial growth slowed in February to 0.1%, driven by an across the board slowdown, especially in key sectors such as manufacturing, mining,…
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A Grim Future In Israel
13, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? Incumbent Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to win a record fifth term in the country's most closely-fought general election in…
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BRITAIN’S REFUSAL TO APOLOGISE FOR THE JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE
12, Apr 2019
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History in News
Why in News? British apology on the occasion of the centenary of the horrific Jallianwala Bagh massacre, more so since the demand came this time…
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MUTUAL FUND’S
12, Apr 2019
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Economics
why in News? The redemption issues faced by fixed maturity plans (FMPs) of mutual funds due to their exposure towards Essel Group entities have only…
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DABHOL PROJECT
12, Apr 2019
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Environmental impact assessment
why in News? The Supreme Court said it is quarter of a century too late to order a judicial inquiry into the “serious infirmities” detected…
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A GENETIC METHOD TO EMPOWER CONSERVATION
12, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in news: Scientists have been using genetics to study wild animals using very low-quality DNA. Details: A new genetic method developed by a National…
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CLOSED ROAD: UDHAMPUR-BARAMULLA HIGHWAY BAN
12, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The ban on civilian traffic for two days a week on the 271-km stretch of National Highway 44 between Udhampur in Jammu…
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Gig Economy
12, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? Delhi has emerged as the top destination for migrant workers. Highlights: An estimated 56% of new employment in India is being generated…
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Namami Gange Gets Global Recognition at World Summit
12, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) was awarded the distinction of “Public Water Agency of the Year” by Global Water Intelligence…
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India Stares at Pile of Solar E-Waste
12, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? According to a recent study conducted by an energy consultancy firm Bridge To India (BTI) Ltd., India’s PV (photovoltaic) waste volume is…
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Bamboo Rice Shows Up In Odisha
12, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? Odisha is among the states known for a wide variety of rice, the staple food of eastern and north-eastern India and beyond.…
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SEBI FIAT TO STOCK BROKERS USING AI APPLICATIONS
11, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: The BSE has asked stock brokers who are using applications based on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to submit compliance…
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HIGH STOCK OF NON-PERFORMING ASSETS IN INDIA, MORE PROGRESS NEEDED: IMF
11, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: IMF head of Monetary and Capital Markets Tobias Adrian said there continues to be a high stock of non-performing assets (NPAs) in…
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FORCING CHINA’S HAND
11, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: The US introduced a resolution in the UN Security Council (UNSC) to get Jaish-e- Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar listed as a…
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DANTEWADA AMBUSH
11, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Election Commission has taken the correct decision to go ahead with the first phase of polling, on Thursday, in the Lok…
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SC REJECTS CENTRE’S PLEA TO KEEP RAFALE DOCUMENTS SECRET
11, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Chief Justice of India said The Hindu’s right to publish the Rafale documents was in constitutional guarantee of freedom of speech. with…
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FROM THEORY TO FACT
11, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Scientists have revealed the first image ever made of black hole after assembling data gathered by network of Event Horizon Telescope. Details:…
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EXERCISE BOLD KURUKSHETRA
11, Apr 2019
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Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? The 12th edition of joint military exercise between India and Singapore culminated on 11 April 2019 after an…
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GLOBAL FINANCIAL STABILITY REPORT 2019
11, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released the Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) is a semiannual report. The April 2019 Global Financial Stability…
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STATE OF WORLD POPULATION-2019
11, Apr 2019
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International Report
Why in News? The State of World Population-2019 released by United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Highlights: India’s population grew at an average of 1.2% annually…
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CURRENCY CHESTS
11, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued guidelines for banks to set up new currency chests. The guidelines: Area of the…
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NET-ZERO ENERGY COMPLEX
10, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
Why in News? To achieve sustainable living standards, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has conceptualised a “net-zero energy complex” for its new…
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WORLD BANK’S MIGRATION AND DEVELOPMENT BRIEF
10, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
Why in News? According to the latest edition of the World Bank’s Migration and Development Brief, India has retained its position as the world’s top…
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SMALL FINANCE BANKS
10, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? Data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) show that the small finance banks, in total, saw their deposits grow 31.6% in…
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DATA USERS’ CONFERENCE DELIBERATES ON STRATEGY AND QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CENSUS 2021
10, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? For the first time in the 140 years long Census exercise in India, data is proposed to be collected through a mobile…
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PRADHAN MANTRI FASAL BIMA YOJA
10, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The new Crop Insurance Scheme is in line with One Nation – One Scheme theme. It incorporates the best features of all…
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CENTRE DENIES RTI PLEA ON CIC APPOINTMENTS
10, Apr 2019
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Constitutional Bodies, Regulatory Bodies
Why in News? The Centre has denied a Right to Information (RTI) request for details of the ongoing recruitment process for four vacancies in the…
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DEEP IN MAOIST TURF, NO SIGN OF POLLS
10, Apr 2019
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Rights Issues
Why in news? For years, in dandakaranya villages many have not seen a candidate. Details: Nearly a year after around alleged 40 Maoist guerrillas were…
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INDIA’S GOLD RESERVES INCREASE MARGINALLY IN FEBRUARY: WGC
10, Apr 2019
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Capital Market
Why in News? Globally, gold reserves with central banks rise 51 tonnes, highest since Oct. 2018. Details: India has marginally increased its gold holding in…
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SRILANKA OPENS CHINA FINANCED RAILWAY LINE
10, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news? China has financed and constructed Sri Lanka's first new railway line after the island nation became independent in 1948. Details: The 26.75-km…
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JURISDICTION NO BAR IN DOWRY HARASSMENT CASE, SAYS SUPREME COURT
10, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Supreme Court of India modified its July 2017 order in dowry harassment case for preventing misuse of Section 498A of Indian…
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NO APOLOGY FOR JALLIANWALA BAGH FOR NOW, SAYS U.K.
10, Apr 2019
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History in News
Why in News: The British government has refused to apologise for the Jallianwala bagh massacre during a debate in the House of Commons. Background: Jallianwala…
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IMF FORECASTS DIP IN GLOBAL GROWTH IN 2019
10, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that global growth will be down in 2019 compared to 2018, IMF Chief Economist Gita…
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CLOSURE ON CYNICISM: SC ORDER ON VVPAT VERIFICATION
10, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Supreme Court’s solution of increased VVPAT verification should reassure the EVM doubt accepted questions. Details: The increase in the overall number of…
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INFLOWS INTO EQUITY, INCOME FUNDS SURGE
09, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in news: Equity mutual fund schemes have seen a four-month decline in flows in March leading to a marginal increase in the overall assets…
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ARMY GETS FIRST BATCH OF DHANUSH, HOME-MADE BOFORS ARTILLERY GUNS, FROM OFB
09, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news The Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) handed over the first batch of six Dhanush artillery guns to the Army. Dhanush artillery guns: /…
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MALDIVIAN WAVE
09, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: The administration of Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has received a positive effect with the parliamentary election held over the weekend, paving…
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OPEN UP THE SUPREME COURT
09, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Office of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) was a “public authority”, and therefore, subject to the provisions of the Act.…
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PLAYING POLITICS OVER GOLAN HEIGHTS
09, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news? U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty is a challenge to the rules-based international order. Golan heights: The Golan Heights, a rocky plateau in…
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IIT MADRAS TOPS CENTRE’S HIGHER EDUCATION RANKINGS
09, Apr 2019
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Medicine, Health
Details: The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-Madras) has topped the Centre’s ranking of higher education institutions, followed by the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru,…
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US DESIGNATES IRAN’S ELITE MILITARY UNIT AS A ‘TERRORIST ORGANISATION’
09, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? President Donald Trump on Monday announced the United States is designating Iran’s elite military force, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a…
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RAFALE: GOVT GAVE UNPRECEDENTED WAIVERS IN OFFSET AGREEMENTS
09, Apr 2019
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Defence
Why in News? The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) gave exceptional and unprecedented waivers to The twin-engine Rafale combat jet is designed from the beginning…
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IMO’S NEW RULE ON ELECTRONIC INFORMATION EXCHANGE
09, Apr 2019
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International Events
Why in News? International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has mandated new rules for national governments to introduce electronic information exchange between ships and ports Highlights: The…
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NIRF & ARIIA RANKINGS 2019
09, Apr 2019
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Governance
Why in News? The President of India has announced the results for National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)-2019 and Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements…
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ARMY GETS DHANUSH ARTILLERY GUNS
09, Apr 2019
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Internal Security
Why in News? The Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) handed over the first batch of six Dhanush artillery guns to the Highlights: Dhanush is the indigenously…
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SRI LANKA SEEKS ENHANCED MILITARY TRAINING FROM INDIA
09, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
Why in News? Sri Lanka has sought enhanced military training from India, according to President Maithripala Sirisena’s office. Highlights: Wide-ranging matters, including bilateral defence cooperation…
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INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON WORLD HOMOEOPATHY DAY
09, Apr 2019
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International Events
Why in News? A two-day convention is being organised on 9-10th April 2019 by the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), an autonomous research…
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THE HEAT IS ON
08, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in news? Local administrators must draw up plans to address heat stress and possible water scarcity. Background: The monsoon, which normally sets in between…
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A ‘MILLION WORD GAP’ FOR CHILDREN NOT READ TO AT HOME
08, Apr 2019
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Miscellaneous
why in news? Young children whose parents read them five books a day enter kindergarten having heard about 1.4 million more words than children who…
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LIBYAN COMMANDER’S REBEL FORCES LAUNCH STRIKE ON TRIPOLI
08, Apr 2019
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International
why in news? Libya has erupted into civil war as the rebel army commander Khalifa Hafter launched airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Tripoli in…
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85% OF UJJWALA BENEFICIARIES STILL USE EARTHEN STOVE
08, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
why in news: The hidden truth of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojna (PMUY), being touted in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) election campaigning as one…
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PARTIES SEEK CREDIT FOR ENCLAVE EXCHANGE
08, Apr 2019
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Governance
Enclave exchange settlements The India–Bangladesh enclaves, also known as the chitmahals and sometimes called pasha enclaves, were the enclaves along the Bangladesh–India border in Bangladesh…
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CAPITAL HIGH: FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN INDIA
08, Apr 2019
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Investments, Investment models
To retain the confidence of foreign investors, macroeconomic management is a key The inflow of foreign capital into India’s stock market in the month of…
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FUNGUS IMMUNE TO DRUGS IS SECRETLY SWEEPING THE GLOBE
08, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why is it in news? The rise of Candida auris indicates that bacteria, germs are growing resistance. Details: The germ, a fungus called Candida auris,…
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RWANDA IS FAMILY AGAIN, 25 YEARS AFTER GENOCIDE
08, Apr 2019
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Bi-Lateral Relations
Why is it in news? President Kagame said the country is more united than ever before, after more than 800000 people were killed in a…
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ARMY COMMANDERS’ CONFERENCE 2019
08, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? The biannual Army Commanders’ Conference 2019 began on April 8, 2019 in New Delhi. The opening address was…
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US URGES IMMEDIATE HALT TO MILITARY OPERATIONS IN LIBYA
08, Apr 2019
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International Events
GS 3: International Events Why in News? The United States on April 7, 2019 called for an immediate halt to military operations in Libya as…
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SC DIRECTS ECI TO INCREASE RANDOM CHECKING OF VVPAT SLIPS
08, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Government policies & interventions for development in various sectors & issues Why in News? The Supreme Court on April 8, 2019…
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CORAL BLEACHING
08, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? The world’s southernmost coral reef has been hit by bleaching this summer, Australian scientists…
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BATTLE OF KANGLA TONGBI
08, Apr 2019
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Modern Indian History
GS 1: Modern Indian History Why in News? The Platinum Jubilee of the Battle of Kangla Tongbi War was commemorated on 07 Apr 2019 by…
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GLOBAL INITIATIVE OF ACADEMIC NETWORKS (GIAN)
07, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Government policies & interventions for development in various sectors & issues Why in News? The National Institute of Technology, Tiruchi, had…
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WORLD HEALTH DAY
07, Apr 2019
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PIB
GS 3: International Events Why in News? April 7 of each year marks the celebration of World Health Day. This year’s World Health Day will…
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GRAFT ALLEGED IN MASALA BOND SALE
07, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: Leader of the Opposition has alleged that a Canadian company having close links with SNC-Lavalin has bought a major part of the…
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US TO DESIGNATE IRAN’S ELITE FORCE AS TERRORIST GROUP
07, Apr 2019
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International
why in News: The United States is expected to designate Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards Corps a foreign terrorist organization. US officials told that it is…
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INDIA MIGHT SOON HAVE THE MOST CAESAREAN BIRTHS
07, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in news: A new study based on the data from the National Family and Health Survey has shown that there is a significant increase…
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SOON FIRST PHOTO OF BLACK HOLE
07, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Scientists are expected to unveil the first photo of a black hole. US national science foundation has scheduled a news conference to…
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MODERATE DRINKING MAY NOT BE GOOD FOR HEALTH: STUDY
07, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? One or two drinks a day might protect against stroke are not true, according to the results of a major genetic study.…
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CHALLENGING ELECTORAL BONDS
07, Apr 2019
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Election & Electoral Reforms
Why is it in News? The Election Commission of India, in an affidavit filed in the court, said the electoral bonds had made political funding…
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WILL “NEELAKURINJI” BLOOM NEXT SEASON?
07, Apr 2019
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Bio Diversity
Why is it in News? Wildlife experts say the recent large-scale wildfires on the grassland could have wiped out all the seeds of the endemic…
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METEORITE SHEDS LIGHT ON THE SUN’S INFANT YEARS
07, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why is it in news? By analysing the piece of Efremovka meteorite, researchers have envisaged how the sun behaved in its infancy and further deduced…
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GUIDELINES FOR DOCTORS ON BOUNDARIES WITH PATIENTS
07, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Recognising patients as a particularly vulnerable group and understanding the need for specific guidelines on sexual boundaries for doctors, the Indian Psychiatry…
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NYAY SCHEME
07, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? Congress party recently promised MIG programme called Nyuntam Aay Yojana (NYAY), if the party was voted to power. Background: Minimum Income Guarantee…
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US REACHES H-1B VISA CAP FOR 2020
07, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said it has reached Congressionally- mandated 65,000 H-1B visa cap for the fiscal year 2020,…
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IIT BOMBAY’S BACTERIA PREFERENTIALLY DEGRADE AROMATIC COMPOUNDS
07, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? A unique strain of bacterium isolated from soil contaminated with petroleum products, can selectively remove from the environment toxic, aromatic pollutants such…
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SC DECLINES PLEA AGAINST GUJJAR QUOTA
06, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why is it in News? The SC refused to entertain a plea challenging the grant of 5% quota to gujjars and four other castes in…
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THREE FIFTHS RATE ECONOMIC SITUATION AS” AVERAGE “OR “BAD”- PRE-POLL SURVEY
06, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why is it in News? The pre poll survey 2019, Lokniti reveals concerns over jobs and income in the country Details: The pre poll survey…
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DEATH FROM C-SECTIONS HIGH IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
06, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why is it in News? WHO has said deaths from C sections are high in developing countries, and its overuse and underuse are a global…
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BREXIT ISSUE
06, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News? The U.K. and European Council president Donald Tusk appeared to be nearing a consensus on a further Brexit extension. Prime Minister Theresa…
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PRIVACY IN THE AGE OF SUNSHINE LAWS
06, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court has finally concluded hearing a crucial appeal whether judges are required to publicly disclose their…
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NEW SPIDER SPECIES IN KERALA
06, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: A group of jumping spiders that mostly occur in Eurasia and Africa, has been spotted for the first time in Ernakulam’s ILLITHODU…
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NATIONAL HERALD CASE SUPREME COURT STAYS EVICTION
06, Apr 2019
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History in News
Why in News: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the eviction and further proceedings against Associated Journals Limited (AJL), the publishers of The National Herald…
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134 HOMES DESTROYED IN SOUTH KOREA FOREST FIRES
06, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: Thursday’s fires broke out in the eastern province of Gangwon, razing about 525 hectares and about 134 homes, seven warehouses and other…
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PAKISTAN OPENS A ROUTE FOR FLIGHTS OUT OF INDIA
06, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Pakistan has opened one route for west-bound flights from India after it shut its airspace for all civilian flights following the Indian…
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U.S. TO DESIGNATE IRAN’S ELITE FORCE AS TERRORIST GROUP
06, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
GS 3: International Relations Why in News? The U.S. is expected to designate Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards Corps a foreign terrorist organisation, three U.S. officials…
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NATIONAL SEMINAR ON GREENERY AND LANDSCAPING
06, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Government policies & interventions for development in various sectors & issues Why in News? CPWD organizes National Seminar on “Greenery and…
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INDIAN NAVY SIGNS MOU WITH COUNCIL OF SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH
06, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? The Indian Navy and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) on April 5, 2019 signed a Memorandum…
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STRATEGIC EXPERTS AND TECHNOCRATS DELIBERATE ON “MISSION SHAKTI”
06, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? A special interaction session was organized by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), here today to present first-hand…
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SEBI PANEL FOR MORE PLAYERS IN COMMODITIES
05, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? A panel constituted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recommended opening the commodity derivatives segment to all categories…
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BRUNEI’S LGBT COMMUNITY LIVES IN FEAR
05, Apr 2019
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Social issues
Why is it in News? The absolute monarcy in borneo island, implemented new sharia laws prescribed death penalty for gay sex, and adultery. LGBT Community:…
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RELEASE OF MODI BIOPIC PUT OFF
05, Apr 2019
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Election & Electoral Reforms
Why is it in News? SC agreed to urgently clear a plea on Modi biopic. It further said the biopic is meant to manipulate the…
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RBI CUTS BENCHMARK INTEREST RATE, LOWERS GDP FORECAST TO 7.2%.
05, Apr 2019
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Financial inclusion
Why is it in News? The monetary policy committee of the Reserve bank of India for the second consecutive time cut the benchmark lending rate…
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OUTER CLARITY: ON ‘WEAPONISATION’ OF OUTER SPACE
05, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successful launch of the PSLV-C45 rocket that placed 29 satellites in three different orbits appears that…
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BALAKOT ATTACK
05, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Context: Twelve days after the Pulwama attack, the Indian Air Force bombed the Jaish-e- Mohammad’s “biggest” terror training camp in Pakistan’s Balakot early. The operation…
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BALAKOT, 10% QUOTA & FARMERS’ SCHEME GAVE MODI A BOOST: SURVEY
05, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: A pre-election survey conducted by Lokniti suggests that three decisions of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government led by Prime Minister Narendra…
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GOVERNMENT DEFENDS ELECTORAL BONDS
05, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Ministry of Finance dismisses the Election Commission of India’s version that the invisibility afforded to benefactors was a “retrogade step” and would…
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ORAL VACCINES FOR STRAY DOGS CAN HELP RABIES
05, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Vaccines hidden in food for stray dogs could help curb the spread of rabies more effectively than injections, says UN scientists. Oral…
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GLOBAL COOLING COALITION
05, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment |Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? The first-ever global coalition on clean and efficient cooling was launched at the First…
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ASIAN DEVELOPMENT OUTLOOK 2019
05, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy Why in News? Asian Development Bank has published Asian Development Outlook 2019. Key Findings: ADB has cut India’s growth forecast to 7.2%…
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NATIONAL INVESTMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (NIIF)
05, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy | Investment Models Why in News? Roadis, a private investor and operator of transport infrastructure worldwide and the National Investment and Infrastructure…
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SOLIDARITY HUMAN CHAIN
05, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Health & Education Why in News? Ministry of Health and Family Welfare along with World Health Organization (WHO) formed a Solidarity…
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NITI AAYOG & RMI RELEASE TECHNICAL ANALYSIS OF FAME II SCHEME
05, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Government policies & interventions for development in various sectors & issues Why in News? The NITI Aayog and the Rocky Mountain…
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ROADIS, NIIF TO INVEST $2 BILLION ON ROAD PROJECTS
04, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: Roadis, a private investor and operator of transport infrastructure worldwide and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) have jointly set up…
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SOUTH KOREA FIRST TO ROLL OUT 5G SERVICES, BEATING US AND CHINA
04, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: South Korea will become the first country to commercially launch fifth-generation (5G) services as it rolls out the latest wireless technology with…
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AIR POLLUTION SHORTENED LIFESPAN BY 30 MONTHS
04, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: The current high-level air pollution has shortened the average lifespan of a South Asian child by 20 months. Air pollution contributed to…
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US STATE DEPARTMENT APPROVES 2.6 BILLION DOLLAR CHOPPER SALE TO INDIA
04, Apr 2019
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International
Why is it in News? The US department of state has approved the sale of 24 MH 60R ‘Romeo’ multi mission helicopters to India. Background:…
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RTI SCRUTINY WILL RUIN JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE
04, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Attorney General KK Venugopal told the Supreme Court that any information regarding judges’ appointments cannot be shared with information-seekers under the RTI…
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BLEACHING HITS WORLD’S SOUTHERNMOST CORAL REEF
04, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: The corals off Lord Howe island has been hit by coral bleaching. What are Corals? Coral are made up of genetically identical…
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BAD LOANS
04, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News? The SC order quashing a circular issued by the RBI on resolution of bad loans is a set back to the evolving…
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DARK MATTER NOT MADE UP OF TINY BLACK HOLES
04, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News? Dark matter is not made up of primordial black holes smaller than a tenth of a millimetre, say scientists who have put…
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SUDDEN RELEASE OF WATER FROM DAMS WORSENED KERALA FLOODS
04, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News? The sudden release of water simultaneously from different reservoirs during heavy rain had aggravated the damage during the floods in last year…
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PROJECT SASHAKT
04, Apr 2019
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Governance
GS 2: Governance | Government policies & interventions for development in various sectors & issues Why in News? Public Sector Banks (PSBs) may now use…
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WAYS AND MEANS ADVANCES
04, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy| Mobilization of Resources Why in News? RBI may trigger fresh floatation of market loans when Government utilizes 75% of the WMA limit.…
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WHATSAPP UNVEILS ‘CHECKPOINT TIPLINE’
04, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
GS 3: Science & Technology | Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, bio-technology Why in News? WhatsApp unveiled its ‘Checkpoint Tipline’,…
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ADVANCED PRICING AGREEMENT
04, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy | Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, and Railways etc Why in News? The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has entered into…
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SC VERDICT COULD DELAY RESOLUTION OF STRESSSED ASSETS
03, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: The prospect of recovering ₹3.8 lakh crore of stressed loans of over 70 large borrowers has become uncertain after the Supreme Court…
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HOW TO ACHIEVE 24×7 POWER FOR ALL
03, Apr 2019
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Financial inclusion
Why in News: Almost every willing household in India now has a legitimate electricity connection and a target to achieve 24*7 electricity objective. Details: The…
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ENZYME TO CURB BACTERIA CELL GROWTH
03, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Scientists at the Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) have discovered a new enzyme which helps in breaking cell walls of…
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POLL PANEL STEPS INTO ALLOW LAUNCH OF BOOK ON RAFALE DEAL
03, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: An election flying squad in Chennai banned the release of a book on the Rafale fighter aircraft scam, the publishing house managed…
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ADDING EGG OR MILK TO DIET HELPS REDUCE STUNTING IN CHILDREN: STUDY
03, Apr 2019
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Medicine, Health
About 38% of children in India below the age of five years are stunted. Research suggests that the reason for this is that young children…
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BREXIT
03, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: British PM calls for another BREXIT extension. What is BREXIT: It is the abbreviation of “British Exit” from the European Union (EU).…
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INDIA-TURKEY RELATIONS
03, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: The ruling party losses in local polls are a personal setback for president Erdogan. India Turkey Relations on global issues: On global…
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MISSION SHAKTI
03, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News: NASA criticised India for the test, describing that it had endangered International Space Station. Mission shakti: There are a large number of…
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GI tag for Kandhamal and Erode Turmeric
03, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Intellectual Property Rights Why in News? Kandhamal Haldi’, a variety of turmeric indigenous to southern Odisha, has earned the GI tag. Earlier this…
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KERALA IS HOME TO TWO NEW PLANTS
03, Apr 2019
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Environment
Why in News: A small ironwood tree that bears clumps of white flowers on its stalks, and a new species of wild fern are the…
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MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT
03, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Displeasure over the lackadaisical approach of Air India and the Railways in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct - Election Commission. Background:…
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GLOBAL HEALTH AWARD
03, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: Vikram Patel, a psychiatrist and professor of global health at Harvard Medical School has won the prestigious John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global…
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FATF MAY BLACKLIST PAKISTAN
03, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Pakistan could be blacklisted by the FATF due to lobbying by India is estimated that the country could suffer a loss of…
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ISRO TO LAUNCH A STRING OF DEFENCE SATELLITES
03, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: The ISRO plans to send up atleast eight earth observatory satellites of varied hues and at the rate of almost a month…
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The State of Global Air 2019 report
03, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment | Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Why in News? The State of Global Air 2019 was released by US-based…
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SEBI mulls SRO for investment advisers
03, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy| Mobilization Of Resources Why in News? The SEBI has proposed a self regulatory organisation (SRO) for the growing number of investment advisers…
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India gains access to Bolivian lithium reserves
03, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
GS 2: IR | Bilateral relations Why in News? India has leveraged its way into the Bolivian lithium reserves after signing a Memorandum of Understanding…
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NuGen Mobility Summit 2019
03, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy | Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, and Railways etc Why in News? The International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) will organize a…
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VVPAT
02, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News? The SC asked 21 opposition parties to respond to an Election commission affidavit that states that increasing random physical verification using VVPAT…
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INDIA LAUNCHES EMISAT INTELLIGENCE-GATHERING SATELLITE
02, Apr 2019
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Space Technology
Why in News: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the country’s first electronic surveillance satellite, EMISAT along with 28 small third party satellites from…
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FY19 SAW MORE RATING UPGRADES THAN DOWNGRADES
02, Apr 2019
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Economics
Why in News: Rating agency Crisil said that the credit ratio or the number of upgrades is higher than the number of downgrades Details: Positive…
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SPACE FOR CAMPAIGN
02, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: Election commission announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on the successful test-firing of an anti-satellite missile test (ASAT)…
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APRIL, MAY TO BE WARMER THAN NORMAL
02, Apr 2019
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Climate change and its impacts
Why in News: Indian meteorological department has said the average maximum temperatures are likely to be warmer than normal by 0.5C-1C in several places in…
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CORONARY STENTS
02, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: National Pharmaceutical pricing authority has approved a hike in the price of coronary stents. What is a stent? A stent is a…
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UNTRACED FOREIGN IMMIGRANTS
02, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in news: A ministry of home affairs shows that 91,609 persons were declared 'illegal foreigners' by the foriegner tribunals in assam.of these 72,486 are…
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FUGITIVE OFFENDERS ACT WON’T HELP BANKS
02, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: Liquor baron Vijay Mallya’s lawyer reiterated before the Bombay High Court that the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act (FEOA) was a draconian law…
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U.S MODIFIES ZIKA ADVISORY
02, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news? The US modified its Zika virus alert for travellers to India, changing the status from 'ongoing outbreak' to 'current or past transmission…
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MH-60 ‘Romeo’ Seahawk helicopters
02, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security Why in News? The United States has approved the sale of 24 multi-role MH-60 ‘Romeo’ Seahawk helicopters to India at an…
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Community Radio Stations and SVEEP
02, Apr 2019
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Indian Polity
GS 2: Polity | Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. Why in News? In a first of its kind initiative, the ECI has…
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UAE Cabinet announces new process of visa facilitation for expat families
02, Apr 2019
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International / Indian Relations
GS 2: IR | Bilateral relations Why in News? The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on March 31, 2019 announced new visa guidelines as per which…
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Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT)
02, Apr 2019
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Defence / Internal Security
GS 3: Internal Security| Linkages of organized crime with terrorism Why in News? In the wake of growing threats and acts of terrorism across the…
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Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) Scheme
02, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy | Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, and Railways etc. Why in News? The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has laid out a…
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Earth Hour 2019
01, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment | Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Why in News? The Earth Hour 2019 was observed on March 30 from…
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Malham Caves
01, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 1: Geography | Geographical features & their location Why in News? Israel unveils world’s longest salt cave. Malham Caves: Malham is one of 150…
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India’s first carbon-positive settlement
01, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment | Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Why in News? Phayeng, a small village in Imphal West district of, Manipur…
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Ban on Single-Use Plastic Products
01, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment | Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Why in News? The European Parliament has voted for an EU-wide ban on…
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Asiatic Wild Dogs (Dhole)
01, Apr 2019
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Geography / Environment
GS 3: Environment | Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Why in News? A recent study has discovered a reduction in Dhole occupancy…
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India imposes anti-dumping duty on import of solar cell component
01, Apr 2019
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Indian Economy
GS 3: Economy | Mobilization of resources Why in News? India has levied anti-dumping duty worth up to USD 1,559 per tonne on imports of…
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THE ARROGANCE OF THE IGNORANT
01, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: ADIVASI TRIBE who live in Andaman and nicobar islands were hit by Tsunami at 2004 in which thousands lost lives where some…
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A SYSTEMATIC WAY OF MAXIMISING RETURNS ON INVESTMENT
01, Apr 2019
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Miscellaneous
About: A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is a way to invest in mutual funds wherein a fixed sum of money is put into a mutual…
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RELEASE LIST OF CONVICTED OFFICIALS, CIC ORDERS CUSTOMS DEPARTMENT
01, Apr 2019
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Polity & Governance
Why in News: The Central Information Commission (CIC) has directed the Customs Department to make public a list of officers caught red- handed for smuggling…
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GENERIC DRUGS
01, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in News: A petition has been filed to ensure that doctors prescribe generic medicines. Why generic drugs: A generic drug is a pharmaceutical drug…
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CHIPKO MOVEMENT
01, Apr 2019
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Environmental impact assessment
Why in News: People tie rakhis to trees on south Mumbai in protest against Coastal Road project. What is Chipko movement: Chipko movement was the…
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KARTARPUR CORRIDOR
01, Apr 2019
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International
Why in news: Pakistan government has approved a proposal to establish corridor which would allow pilgrims from India in the region of Pakistan occupied Kashmir.…
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SC SUSPENDS ECO CLEARANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN GOA
01, Apr 2019
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Bio Diversity
Why in news: The SC in a recent judgement observed, that the health of the environment is key to preserving the right to life and…
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ARAB CONDEMN U.S MOVE ON GOLAN
01, Apr 2019
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International
Why in News: Arab leaders, long divided by regional rivalries, condemned U.S decision recognise Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights. -U. S President recently said…
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MISSION SAKTHI
01, Apr 2019
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Science & Technology
Why in news: India carried an anti-satellite test using an interceptor missile to neutralise a target satellite in a Low Earth Orbit at an altitude…
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