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INDIA, CHINA SIGN PROTOCOL FOR EXPORTS OF INDIAN TOBACCO LEAVES TO CHINA
31, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : India and China have signed the protocol for exports of Indian tobacco leaves to China. Quality tobacco on par with international standards is…
MAHARASHTRA CMO NOW UNDER AMBIT OF LOKAYUKTA
31, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : Maharashtra Cabinet has decided to give more power to Lokayukta and brought the Chief Minister’s office under its ambit. It is not mandatory…
UAE, SAUDI CENTRAL BANKS LAUNCH COMMON DIGITAL CURRENCY CALLED ‘ABER’
31, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The central banks of the UAE and Saudi Arabia have launched a common digital currency called "Aber", which will be used in financial settlements…
HINDI WRITER CHITRA MUDGAL AMONG 24 HONOURED WITH SAHITYA AKADEMI AWARD
30, Jan 2019
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Context : Renowned Hindi writer Chitra Mudgal, Dogri writer Inderjeet Kesar, Kannada writer KG Nagarajappa and Kashmiri story writer Mushtaq Ahmad Mushtaq were among 24…
INDIA SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH OECD FOR PARTICIPATION IN PISA 2021
30, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : Human Resources Development Ministry signed an agreement with Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for India’s Participation in Programme for International Student…
UP GOVT APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR LANE GANGA EXPRESSWAY
30, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Uttar Pradesh state cabinet approved construction of a four-lane Ganga Expressway connecting Prayagraj to Western Utter Pradesh which would cost about 36,000 crore rupees.…
Beating the Retreat ceremony held in New Delhi
30, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
In News : Context : Beating the Retreat ceremony, marking the culmination of four days long Republic Day celebrations were held at the historic Vijay…
WORLD’S BIGGEST CYCLOTHON SWASTH ‘BHARAT YATRA’ CULMINATES IN DELHI
29, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The Swasth Bharat Yatra, the world’s biggest cyclothon to push people to eat right, culminated in New Delhi. The campaign was flagged-off on 16th…
ICAR’S ‘KISAN GANDHI’ TABLEAU WINS FIRST PRIZE AT R-DAY PARADE
29, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The ICAR tableau in the Republic Day Parade has won the first prize for its Kisan Gandhi theme.Republic Day Parade The Indian Council…
PM TO INTERACT IN ANOTHER EDITION OF PARIKSHA PE CHARCHA
29, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The second edition Pariksha Pe Charcha 2.0 was held on January 29. On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts interacted with several…
INDIA’S FASTEST INDIGENOUS TRAIN RENAMED AS VANDE BHARAT EXPRESS
28, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : India's fastest indigenous train which will run from Delhi to Varanasi has been named as Vande Bharat Express. It was named Train 18…
SOUTHERN RAILWAY ADJUDGED NUMBER ONE FOR CLEANLINESS
28, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The Southern Railway has bagged the number one position for cleanliness in the country. This achievement was under the category of other than…
‘SAMANTHA EXPRESS’ COVERING PLACES LINKED TO AMBEDKAR & BUDDHA TO RUN FROM NAGPUR ON APRIL 14
28, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : A special tourist train covering prominent places associated with chief architect of the Indian Constitution Dr BR Ambedkar and Gautam Buddha will embark…
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ANNUAL PULICAT DAY TO BE OBSERVED ON FEB 2
28, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
Context : The eighth annual pulicat day wil be observed on February 2 at Pulicat to create awareness among people about the importance of protecting…
RIO DE JANEIRO HAS BEEN RECOGNISED AS ‘WORLD CAPITAL OF ARCHITECTURE’
26, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Rio de Janeiro has been recognised as ‘World Capital of Architecture’ for 2020 by The United Nations Educational, Scientific and…
AROUND 61.7 MN AFFECTED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS IN 2018: UN REPORT
26, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Earthquakes and tsunamis accounted for most of the 10,373 lives lost in disasters last year, while extreme weather events accounted…
ISRAEL, US SUCCESSFULLY TEST BALLISTIC MISSILE INTERCEPTORS
26, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Israeli and US defence ministries successfully tested ballistic missile interceptors deployed at Israeli airbases. The Arrow 3 interceptor system,…
11 STATIONS UNDER NFR TO BE UPGRADED TO AIRPORT-LIKE STANDARDS
26, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Eleven railway stations under Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), including five in Assam, have been identified for the upgradation to airport-like standards…
DOJ TO DELIVER E-COURTS SERVICES TO LITIGANT PUBLIC THROUGH ITS CSCS
26, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
In News : Context : In order to provide efficient and time-bound access to the Courts services to litigant public, the Department of Justice has…
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES SUBHASH CHANDRA BOSE AAPDA PRABANDHAN PURASKAR
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The government has instituted an annual award titled Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar. It will be announced every year on…
ISRO SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHES PSLV C44 CARRYING KALAMSAT & IMAGING SATELLITE MICROSAT R
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched the PSLV C 44 carrying kalam sat and Microsat R last night at…
PM LAUNCHES PRAVASI TEERTH DARSHAN YOJANA
25, Jan 2019
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Context : Prime Minister has launched the scheme under which a group of Indian diaspora will be taken on a government-sponsored tour of religious places…
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NATIONAL VOTERS’ DAY TO BE CELEBRATED ACROSS COUNTRY TODAY
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The 9th National Voters’ Day will be celebrated across the country today for enhanced participation of citizens in the electoral…
NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY BEING OBSERVED
25, Jan 2019
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News Analysis
In News : Context : National Girl Child Day (NGCD)was observed on 24th January with objectives of generating awarenesson the issue of declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and create a positive…
ASSAM: RPF WOMEN SQUAD ‘JOYMATI BAHINI’ LAUNCHED IN GUWAHATI
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : In Assam, Railway Protection Force of Lumding Division has taken a significant step towards enhancing the security of women in…
NAVY CHIEF COMMISSIONS NAVAL AIR BASE ‘INS KOHASSA’ AT DIGLIPUR IN ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba commissioned the Naval Air Base ‘INS Kohassa’ at Diglipur in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This…
CABINET APPROVES CREATION OF NATIONAL BENCH OF THE GOODS AND SERVICES TAX APPELLATE TRIBUNAL, GSTAT
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Cabinet has approved the creation of National Bench of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). Goods and…
FOURTH EDITION OF BHARAT PARV AT RED FORT FROM JAN 26
25, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Fourth edition of Bharat Parv, showcasing the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat will be held at Red Fort in…
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WORLD INTEGRATED MEDICINE FORUM 2019 TO BE HELD IN GOA FROM JAN 23
24, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH will inaugurate the 2nd World Integrated Medicine Forum 2019 on the ‘Regulation…
RAJYA SABHA TV – POLICY WATCH AVIATION POLICIES: TAKING OFF
24, Jan 2019
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In News : The Ministry of Civil Aviation has unveiled the Vision 2040 document, which highlights the growth potential in different sub-sectors of Indian aviation…
NOTED GUJARATI POET SITANSHU YASHASHCHANDRA AWARDED SARASWATI SAMMAN 2017
24, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Gujarati poet, playwright and academic Sitanshu Yashaschandra was selected for 2017 Saraswati Samman for his collection of verses (poetry) titled…
J&K: NITIN GADKARI DEDICATES TO NATION KERRIAN GANDYAL BRIDGE IN KATHUA
24, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : In Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister for Road Transport and dedicated to the nation Kerrian Gandyal bridge in Kathua district…
RAJYA SABHA TV – THE BIG PICTURE RESERVATION: WHO WILL BENEFIT
24, Jan 2019
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In News : The government has tabled a constitutional amendment bill to provide 10 per cent reservation in jobs and higher education to economically backward…
WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM TO BEGIN IN DAVOS TODAY
23, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The annual meet of World Economic Forum (WEF) will begin in Davos. World leaders from across the globe will flock…
PRESIDENT KOVIND TO CONFER PRAVASI BHARATIYA AWARDS
23, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : President conferred 2019 Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) upon 30 prominent non-resident Indians (NRI’s)/ organisations on the concluding day of…
PM MODI TO INAUGURATE NETAJI SUBHASH CHANDRA BOSE MUSEUM
23, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Prime Minister will inaugurate the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose museum at Red Fort in New Delhi. PM will unveil the…
RIO DE JANEIRO WILL BE WORLD CAPITAL OF ARCHITECTURE FOR 2020: UNESCO
23, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said India's economy is poised to pick up this year. Key Facts : IMF's…
INDIA STEEL 2019 EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE TO BEGIN IN MUMBAI
23, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : India Steel 2019 Exhibition and Conference will be held in Mumbai from 22ndto 24th January, 2019. The three-day event organised by…
PM MODI TO INAUGURATE 15TH PRAVASI BHARATIYA DIVAS AT VARANASI
22, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. PM will hold talks…
PRESIDENT KOVIND TO CONFER PRADHAN MANTRI RASHTRIYA BAL PURASKAR 2019 TODAY
22, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : President will confer the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2019 at a function in Rashtrapati Bhawan. The Award will…
RAJYA SABHA TV – INDIA’S WORLD 1
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INDIA-CENTRAL ASIA DIALOGUE
22, Jan 2019
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In News : First India-Central Asia Dialogue India and the five Central Asia nations on January 13, 2019 showed their support for the inclusive peace…
TAMIL NADU DEFENCE INDUSTRIAL CORRIDOR INAUGURATED
22, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Union Defence Minister inaugurated the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor. During the inauguration, investments worth over Rs 3,038 crore…
RAJYA SABHA TV – THE BIG PICTURE
21, Jan 2019
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In News : Sikkim’s ruling Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has decided to include Universal Basic Income (UBI) in its manifesto for the upcoming assembly and…
PM MODI DEDICATES TO NATION ARMOURED SYSTEMS COMPLEX AT HAZIRA, GUJARAT TO PRODUCE HOWITZER ARTILLERY GUNS UNDER MAKE IN INDIA PROGRAMME
21, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Armored Systems Complex (ASC), developed by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) at Hazira near…
ARUNACHAL PRADESH: DEFENCE MINISTER INAUGURATES DIFFO BRIDGE
21, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : In Arunachal Pradesh, Defence Minister inaugurated the Diffo Bridge over Chipu River in Lower Dibang Valley District. The bridge is…
UNNATI- UNISPACE NANOSATELLITE ASSEMBLY & TRAINING PROGRAMME OF ISRO
19, Jan 2019
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In News : UNNATI Programme It is a capacity building programme on Nanosatellite development. It is an initiative by ISRO to commemorate the 50th anniversary…
HOUSING, URBAN AFFAIRS MINISTRY TO ORGANISE ‘SHEHRI SAMRIDHI UTSAV’ FROM FEB 1 TO 15
19, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is organising a fortnight of events named Shehri Samridhi Utsav all over the country…
PM MODI TO INAUGURATE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF INDIAN CINEMA
19, Jan 2019
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Context : Prime Minister will inaugurate the National Museum of Indian Cinema (NMIC) in Mumbai. The state-of-the-art Museum has been built at a cost of…
PM MODI TO INAUGURATE ‘VIBRANT GUJARAT GLOBAL TRADE SHOW IN GUJARAT
18, Jan 2019
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Context : Prime Minister will inaugurate the 'Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show' at Helipad ground in Gandhinagar. Spread in over 2 lakh square meter areas,…
THAILAND SET TO DEPLOY RAINMAKING PLANES AS POLLUTION CHOKES BANGKOK
18, Jan 2019
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Context : Thailand is set to deploy rainmaking planes to seed clouds in an effort to tackle the increasing levels of pollution that has choked…
MP LAUNCHES RS 50,000-CR FARM DEBT-WAIVER SCHEME
18, Jan 2019
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Context : In Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister launched the Rs 50,000-crore farm debt-waiver scheme named 'Jai Kisan Rin Mukti Yojana'. Hailing the scheme as a…
DOORDARSHAN’S CHANNEL ‘DD SCIENCE’ ALONG WITH INTERNET-BASED CHANNEL ‘INDIA SCIENCE’ LAUNCHED.
18, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Science and Technology Minister launched DD Science and India Science channels in New Delhi. DD Science is Doordarshan's first ever…
UNION MINISTER FOR COMMERCE AND INDUSTRIES INAUGURATED THE 10
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EDITION OF THE INDIA RUBBER EXPO – 2019
17, Jan 2019
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ISRO SCHEDULES ITS FIRST LAUNCH THIS YEAR
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : National space agency ISRO has scheduled its first launches this year. PSLV C-44 will lift off from the spaceport Satish…
WCD SHORTLISTS 26 CHILDREN FOR NATIONAL AWARD THIS YEAR
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Women and Child Development Ministry have shortlisted 26 children for the national award this year for their bravery, social…
CCEA APPROVES NUMALIGARH REFINERY CAPACITY EXPANSION PROJECT WORTH OVER RS 22,000 CR
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has decided to expand the capacity of Numligarh Refinery in 3 Million Metric Tonne Per…
ALL TIME HIGH RS. 61,084 CRORES FOR MGNREGA
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Centre has allocated an additional 6 thousand 84 crore rupees to Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, MGNREGA.…
AROUND TWO CRORE DEVOTEES TAKE HOLY DIP ON MAKAR SANKRANTI AT KUMBH IN PRAYAGRAJ
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Around two crore devotees took holy dip on the occasion of Makar Sankranti at Kumbh Prayagraj. Bathing passed peacefully without…
GOVT FORMS GOM FOR GST ISSUES IN REAL ESTATE
17, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Government has constituted a seven-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to boost the real estate sector under the GST regime. Deputy…
Gandhi Peace Prize
17, Jan 2019
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In News : WHO Goodwill ambassador Yohei Sasakawa to get Gandhi Peace Prize for 2018 Context : Gandhi Peace Prize for 2018 will be conferred…
FARMERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY CELEBRATING HARVEST FESTIVAL ON EVE OF MAKAR SANKRANTI
14, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Farmers from across the country begin celebrating the harvest festival on the eve of Makar Sankranti. The festival is seen…
MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS LAUNCHES NATIONAL YOUTH PARLIAMENT FESTIVAL 2019
14, Jan 2019
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Context : Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports launched the National Youth Parliament Festival 2019 at a function in New Delhi. The theme : The…
AUSTRALIA: AS MANY AS MILLION FISH DIED ALONG BANKS OF MURRAY-DARLING RIVER SYSTEM
14, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : In Australia, as many as a million fish have died along the banks of the Murray-Darling river system in drought-battered…
GUJARAT BECOMES 1
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STATE TO IMPLEMENT 10% QUOTA TO EWS
14, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Gujarat Government has announced that the benefits of 10 per cent quota for Economically Weaker sections of general category in…
PRESIDENT GIVES NOD TO 10% QUOTA FOR EWS IN UPPER CASTES
14, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : President has given his assent to a bill providing 10 per cent reservation to economically backward section in the general…
CABINET APPROVES ESTABLISHMENT OF THREE NEW AIIMS
13, Jan 2019
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Context : The Cabinet approved the establishment of three more All India Institute of Medical Sciences, AIIMS to boost healthcare infrastructure in the country. Two…
EC PANEL SUBMITS REPORT ON DIGITAL MEDIA AND CAMPAIGNING DURING LAST 48 HOURS BEFORE POLLS
13, Jan 2019
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Context : The Election Commission appointed Committee has submitted its report on digital media and campaigning during last 48 hours before polls to the Chief…
CHINA ANNOUNCES CHANG’E-4 MISSION COMPLETE SUCCESS
13, Jan 2019
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Context : China announced that the Chang'e-4 mission, the first-ever probe to land on the moon's dark side, was a complete success. China National Space…
DELHI POLICE IDENTIFIES CRITICIAL PRIORITY AREAS
13, Jan 2019
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Context : Delhi police commissioner said improved visibility, enhance service orientation, reaching out to community, and better soft skills are some of the key focus…
Delhi Police Working On Several Projects To Improve Traffic Management System
12, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Delhi Police is working on several projects based on cutting-edge technology to improve traffic management system in the city and check…
SUSHMA SWARAJ ON 2-DAY VISIT TO UZBEKISTAN
12, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : External Affairs Minister will be on a two-day visit to Uzbekistan. Ms Swaraj will be in Samarkand for the First…
ISC, UAS WORKING ON STRATEGIES TO DETECT, PREVENT SOIL CONTAMINATION
12, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Indian Institute of Science, IISc and the University of Agricultural Sciences, UAS in Bengaluru are working on strategies to…
CENTRE, SIX STATES SIGN AGREEMENT FOR RENUKAJI DAM MULTIPURPOSE PROJECT
12, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: An agreement for Renukaji Dam Multipurpose Project was signed in New Delhi among the States of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi,…
VICE PRESIDENT VENKAIAH NAIDU TO INAUGURATE 25TH EDITION OF PARTNERSHIP SUMMIT 2019 IN MUMBAI
12, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Vice President of India will inaugurate the 25th edition of Partnership Summit 2019 in Mumbai. The two-day summit will provide a platform…
DELHI POLICE WORKING ON SEVERAL PROJECTS TO IMPROVE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
12, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Delhi Police is working on several projects based on cutting-edge technology to improve traffic management system in the city…
GOVT LAUNCHES WEB – WONDER WOMEN CAMPAIGN
11, Jan 2019
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Context : The government launched Web- Wonder Women Campaign to celebrate the exceptional achievements of women who have influenced and impacted society through social media.…
CITIZENSHIP (AMENDMENT) BILL
11, Jan 2019
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Context : The Bill seeks to amend the Citizenship Act, 1955 to make illegal migrants who are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians from…
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CONSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILL GOES FOR PRESIDENTIAL ASSENT
11, Jan 2019
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Context : Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution 124th Amendment Bill 2019 providing 10 percent reservation in jobs and educational institutions to general category people with…
Govt launches Web – Wonder Women Campaign
11, Jan 2019
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In News: Govt launches Web- Wonder Women Campaign. Context: The government launched Web- Wonder Women Campaign to celebrate the exceptional achievements of women who have…
Citizenship (Amendment) Bill
11, Jan 2019
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In News: Citizenship (Amendment) Bill Context: The Bill seeks to amend the Citizenship Act, 1955 to make illegal migrants who are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains,…
124th Constitution Amendment bill goes for Presidential Assent
11, Jan 2019
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In News: 124th Constitution Amendment bill goes for Presidential Assent. Context: Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution 124th Amendment Bill 2019 providing 10 percent reservation in…
INDIA-BANGLADESH TIES AND SHEIKH HASINA IS BACK
10, Jan 2019
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Context: Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has won a fourth term in the just concluded Bangladesh elections, which makes her the longest serving head…
LOK SABHA PASSES DNA (USE AND APPLICATION) TECHNOLOGY REGULATION BILL
10, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Lok Sabha passed the DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019 by voice vote after a brief discussion.…
RBI FORMS COMMITTEE TO BOOST DIGITAL PAYMENTS
10, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted a High-Level Committee on Deepening of Digital Payments to encourage digitisation of payments…
India-Bangladesh Ties And Sheikh Hasina Is Back
10, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has won a fourth term in the just concluded Bangladesh elections, which makes her the longest…
Lok Sabha Passes Dna (Use And Application) Technology Regulation Bill
10, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Lok Sabha passed the DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019 by voice vote after a brief discussion. It seeks…
Rbi Forms Committee To Boost Digital Payments
10, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted a High-Level Committee on Deepening of Digital Payments to encourage digitisation of payments and enhance…
India Takes Over Operations Of Chabahar Port In Iran
10, Jan 2019
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In News: India has taken over operations of the strategic Chabahar port in the Sistan-Balochistan province of Iran's southern coast. This is the first time…
Lok Sabha Passes Dna (Use And Application) Technology Regulation Bill
10, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Lok Sabha passed the DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019 by voice vote after a brief discussion. It seeks…
RBI Forms Committee To Boost Digital Payments
10, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted a High-Level Committee on Deepening of Digital Payments to encourage digitisation of payments and enhance…
India Takes Over Operations Of Chabahar Port In Iran
10, Jan 2019
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In News: India has taken over operations of the strategic Chabahar port in the Sistan-Balochistan province of Iran's southern coast. This is the first time…
INDIA TAKES OVER OPERATIONS OF CHABAHAR PORT IN IRAN
09, Jan 2019
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In News : India has taken over operations of the strategic Chabahar port in the Sistan-Balochistan province of Iran's southern coast. This is the first…
STATE OF INDIAN ECONOMY
09, Jan 2019
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Indian economy expects to grow at 7.2% in 2018-19 : Indian economy is expected to grow at 7.2 per cent in 2018-19 against 6.7 per…
RAISINA DIALOGUE BEGINS IN NEW DELHI
09, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with Observer Research Foundation is organizing the 4th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in…
India, Norway agree to combat international terrorism
09, Jan 2019
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Context : India and Norway have agreed to closely collaborate on ocean economy and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The two countries also decided to…
SECOND KHELO INDIA YOUTH GAMES BEGINS IN PUNE, MAHARASHTRA
09, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The second edition of Khelo India School Games rechristened asKhelo India Youth Games will be held from January 9-20, 2019…
State of Indian Economy
09, Jan 2019
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In News State of Indian Economy Indian economy expects to grow at 7.2% in 2018-19: Indian economy is expected to grow at 7.2 per cent…
Raisina Dialogue Begins In New delhi
09, Jan 2019
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In News Context: Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with Observer Research Foundation is organizing the 4th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi…
India, Norway agree to combat international terrorism
09, Jan 2019
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In News India, Norway agree to combat international terrorism Context: India and Norway have agreed to closely collaborate on ocean economy and achieving the Sustainable…
Second Khelo India Youth Games Begins In Pune, Maharashtra
09, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The second edition of Khelo India School Games rechristened asKhelo India Youth Games will be held from January 9-20, 2019 in Pune,…
WCD MINISTER CONFERS NATIONAL ANGANWADI AWARDS
08, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Women and Child Development Minister conferred National Awards to 97 Anganwadi workers for their exceptional achievements for the year 2017-18…
9-DAY LONG INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL KICKS OFF IN AHMEDABAD
08, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : In Gujarat, the nine-day long international kite festival kicked off at Sabarmati River Front in Ahmedabad. More than 150 kite…
FSSAI ASKS FOOD BUSINESSES TO COMPLY WITH NEW PACKAGING NORMS BY JULY 1
08, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Food Safety and Standards Authority of India FSSAI has said food businesses need to comply with new packaging regulations that bar…
FSSAI ASKS FOOD BUSINESSES TO COMPLY WITH NEW PACKAGING NORMS BY JULY 1
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India FSSAI has said food businesses need to comply with new packaging regulations that bar use of…
WCD Minister Confers National Anganwadi Awards
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Women and Child Development Minister conferred National Awards to 97 Anganwadi workers for their exceptional achievements for the year 2017-18 in New…
9-Day Long International Kite Festival Kicks Off In Ahmedabad
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: In Gujarat, the nine-day long international kite festival kicked off at Sabarmati River Front in Ahmedabad. More than 150 kite fliers from…
Fssai Asks Food Businesses To Comply With New Packaging Norms By July 1
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India FSSAI has said food businesses need to comply with new packaging regulations that bar use of…
WCD Minister Confers National Anganwadi Awards
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Women and Child Development Minister conferred National Awards to 97 Anganwadi workers for their exceptional achievements for the year 2017-18 in New…
9-Day Long International Kite Festival Kicks Off In Ahmedabad
08, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: In Gujarat, the nine-day long international kite festival kicked off at Sabarmati River Front in Ahmedabad. More than 150 kite fliers from…
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS HONOURED WITH NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS
07, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Commerce Minister honoured outstanding young entrepreneurs with National Entrepreneurship Awards in New Delhi. The awards aim to recognize and honour…
WORLD BRAILLE DAY BEING CELEBRATED
07, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The world Braille Day is being celebrated on January 4. The day is marked remembering the birth anniversary of Louis…
CHINA DEVELOPS ITS OWN ‘MOTHER OF ALL BOMBS
07, Jan 2019
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Context : China has developed a massive bomb, said to be the country's answer to the US-built 'Mother of All Bombs', the most powerful non-nuclear…
NEW DELHI WORLD BOOK FAIR BEGINS AT PRAGATI MAIDAN
07, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The 27th New Delhi World Book Fair has begun at Pragati Maidan. Inaugurating the 9-day Annual Event, Human Resources Development…
RAJYA SABHA TV – IN DEPTHINSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE ACT
07, Jan 2019
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The government introduced the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in 2016 to resolve claims involving insolvent companies. This code was intended to tackle the bad loan…
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS HONOURED WITH NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Commerce Minister honoured outstanding young entrepreneurs with National Entrepreneurship Awards in New Delhi. The awards aim to recognize and honour outstanding young…
WORLD BRAILLE DAY BEING CELEBRATED
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The world Braille Day is being celebrated on January 4. The day is marked remembering the birth anniversary of Louis Braille, the…
NEW DELHI WORLD BOOK FAIR BEGINS AT PRAGATI MAIDAN
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The 27th New Delhi World Book Fair has begun at Pragati Maidan. Inaugurating the 9-day Annual Event, Human Resources Development Minister Prakash…
CHINA DEVELOPS ITS OWN ‘MOTHER OF ALL BOMBS
07, Jan 2019
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Context: China has developed a massive bomb, said to be the country's answer to the US-built 'Mother of All Bombs',the most powerful non-nuclear weapon. China's…
INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE ACT
07, Jan 2019
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The government introduced the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in 2016 to resolve claims involving insolvent companies. This code was intended to tackle the bad loan…
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS HONOURED WITH NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Commerce Minister honoured outstanding young entrepreneurs with National Entrepreneurship Awards in New Delhi. The awards aim to recognize and honour outstanding young…
WORLD BRAILLE DAY BEING CELEBRATED
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The world Braille Day is being celebrated on January 4. The day is marked remembering the birth anniversary of Louis Braille, the…
NEW DELHI WORLD BOOK FAIR BEGINS AT PRAGATI MAIDAN
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The 27th New Delhi World Book Fair has begun at Pragati Maidan. Inaugurating the 9-day Annual Event, Human Resources Development Minister Prakash…
CHINA DEVELOPS ITS OWN ‘MOTHER OF ALL BOMBS
07, Jan 2019
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Context: China has developed a massive bomb, said to be the country's answer to the US-built 'Mother of All Bombs', the most powerful non-nuclear weapon.…
Fssai Asks Food Business To Comply With New Packaging Norms By July 1
07, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India FSSAI has said food businesses need to comply with new packaging regulations that bar use of…
TRAIN 18 TO BE LAUNCHED BETWEEN NEW DELHI-VARANASI SOON
05, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : India's fastest Train 18 will soon start its services between Delhi and Varanasi. The train which will run at a…
CABINET APPROVES RESTRUCTURING OF NATIONAL HEALTH AGENCY
05, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Union Cabinet has approved the restructuring of National Health Agency as the National Health Authority for better implementation of Pradhan…
ISRO PLANS TO SET UP SPACE GALLERIES
05, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Indian Space Research Organisation, ISRO has planned to set up Space Galleries in various locations in the country. The Space…
VEER SAVARKAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN PORT BLAIR DECLARED AS AN AUTHORIZED IMMIGRATION CHECK POST
05, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair has been declared as an authorized Immigration Check post for entry into/exit from…
TRAIN 18 TO BE LAUNCHED BETWEEN NEW DELHI-VARANASI SOON
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: India's fastest Train 18 will soon start its services between Delhi and Varanasi. The train which will run at a speed of…
CABINET APPROVES RESTRUCTURING OF NATIONAL HEALTH AGENCY
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Union Cabinet has approved the restructuring of National Health Agency as the National Health Authority for better implementation of Pradhan Mantri -…
ISRO PLANS TO SET UP SPACE GALLERIES
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Indian Space Research Organisation, ISRO has planned to set up Space Galleries in various locations in the country. The Space Galleries are…
VEER SAVARKAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN PORT BLAIR DECLARED AS AN AUTHORIZED IMMIGRATION CHECK POST
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair has been declared as an authorized Immigration Check post for entry into/exit from India with…
TRAIN 18 TO BE LAUNCHED BETWEEN NEW DELHI-VARANASI SOON
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: India's fastest Train 18 will soon start its services between Delhi and Varanasi. The train which will run at a speed of…
CABINET APPROVES RESTRUCTURING OF NATIONAL HEALTH AGENCY
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Union Cabinet has approved the restructuring of National Health Agency as the National Health Authority for better implementation of Pradhan Mantri -…
ISRO PLANS TO SET UP SPACE GALLERIES
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Indian Space Research Organisation, ISRO has planned to set up Space Galleries in various locations in the country. The Space Galleries are…
VEER SAVARKAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN PORT BLAIR DECLARED AS AN AUTHORIZED IMMIGRATION CHECK POST
05, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair has been declared as an authorized Immigration Check post for entry into/exit from India with…
RTE AMENDMENT BILL PASSED IN PARLIAMENT
04, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Parliament has passed the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (Amendment) Bill, 2018, with the Rajya Sabha approving…
CABINET APPROVES MERGER OF VIJAYA BANK, DENA BANK WITH BANK OF BARODA
04, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Cabinet has approved the merger of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda. Vijaya Bank and Dena…
CABINET CLEARS SETTING UP OF COMMITTEE TO IMPLEMENT CLAUSE 6 OF ASSAM ACCORD
04, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Union Cabinet chaired has approved the setting up of a High-Level Committee for implementation of Clause 6 of the…
CHINA’S CHANG’E-4 PROBE LANDS ON FAR SIDE OF MOON
04, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : China's Chang'e-4 probe has successfully landed on the far side of the moon. While past missions have been to the…
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Parliament has passed the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (Amendment) Bill, 2018, with the Rajya Sabha approving it on…
CABINET APPROVES MERGER OF VIJAYA BANK, DENA BANK WITH BANK OF BARODA
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Cabinet has approved the merger of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda. Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank are…
CABINET CLEARS SETTING UP OF COMMITTEE TO IMPLEMENT CLAUSE 6 OF ASSAM ACCORD
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Union Cabinet chaired has approved the setting up of a High-Level Committee for implementation of Clause 6 of the Assam Accord…
CHINA’S CHANG’E-4 PROBE LANDS ON FAR SIDE OF MOON
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: China's Chang'e-4 probe has successfully landed on the far side of the moon. While past missions have been to the Earth-facing side,…
RTE AMENDMENT BILL PASSED IN PARLIAMENT
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Parliament has passed the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (Amendment) Bill, 2018, with the Rajya Sabha approving it on…
CABINET APPROVES MERGER OF VIJAYA BANK, DENA BANK WITH BANK OF BARODA
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Cabinet has approved the merger of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda. Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank are…
CABINET CLEARS SETTING UP OF COMMITTEE TO IMPLEMENT CLAUSE 6 OF ASSAM ACCORD
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Union Cabinet chaired has approved the setting up of a High-Level Committee for implementation of Clause 6 of the Assam Accord…
CHINA’S CHANG’E-4 PROBE LANDS ON FAR SIDE OF MOON
04, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: China's Chang'e-4 probe has successfully landed on the far side of the moon. While past missions have been to the Earth-facing side,…
ISRO LAUNCHES SAMWAD WITH STUDENTS TO ENGAGE THEM ON SPACE SCIENCE ACTIVITIES
03, Jan 2019
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In News: Samwad with Students (SwS) : As part of the enhanced outreach programme of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a new platform named Samwad…
RAJYA SABHA TV – THE BIG PICTURE OPERATION ALL OUT
03, Jan 2019
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In News : In Jammu & Kashmir, over 250 terrorists killed and around 45 security forces personnel martyred during counter-terrorist operations during last year. Security…
THE AADHAAR AND OTHER LAWS (AMENDMENT BILL) 2018 WAS INTRODUCED IN THE LOK SABHA.
03, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The Aadhaar and other laws (Amendment Bill) 2018 was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill is to amend the…
ISRO LAUNCHES SAMWAD WITH STUDENTS TO ENGAGE THEM ON SPACE SCIENCE ACTIVITIES
03, Jan 2019
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In News: Samwad with Students (SwS): As part of the enhanced outreach programme of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a new platform named Samwad with…
THE AADHAAR AND OTHER LAWS (AMENDMENT BILL) 2018 WAS INTRODUCED IN THE LOK SABHA.
03, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Aadhaar and other laws (Amendment Bill) 2018 was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill is to amend the Aadhaar (targeted…
ISRO LAUNCHES SAMWAD WITH STUDENTS TO ENGAGE THEM ON SPACE SCIENCE ACTIVITIES
03, Jan 2019
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In News: Samwad with Students (SwS): As part of the enhanced outreach programme of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a new platform named Samwad with…
THE AADHAAR AND OTHER LAWS (AMENDMENT BILL) 2018 WAS INTRODUCED IN THE LOK SABHA.
03, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The Aadhaar and other laws (Amendment Bill) 2018 was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill is to amend the Aadhaar (targeted…
U.S., ISRAEL QUIT UNESCO CITING BIAS
02, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : The United States and Israel officially quit the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) with the close of…
QATAR WILL CEASE TO BE A MEMBER OF OPEC TODAY
02, Jan 2019
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In News : Context : Qatar will cease to be a member of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries today. The country had sent…
U.S., ISRAEL QUIT UNESCO CITING BIAS
02, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The United States and Israel officially quit the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) with the close of 2018. The…
QATAR WILL CEASE TO BE A MEMBER OF OPEC TODAY
02, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Qatar will cease to be a member of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries today. The country had sent an official…
PAKISTAN INDIA EXCHANGE LIST OF NUCLEAR INSTALLATIONS
02, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: India and Pakistan have exchanged list of their nuclear installations and facilities with each other under the Agreement on the Prohibition of…
U.S., ISRAEL QUIT UNESCO CITING BIAS
02, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: The United States and Israel officially quit the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) with the close of 2018. The…
QATAR WILL CEASE TO BE A MEMBER OF OPEC TODAY
02, Jan 2019
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In News: Context: Qatar will cease to be a member of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries today. The country had sent an official…
PAKISTAN INDIA EXCHANGE LIST OF NUCLEAR INSTALLATIONS
02, Jan 2019
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In News Context : India and Pakistan have exchanged list of their nuclear installations and facilities with each other under the Agreement on the Prohibition…
SALE OF SEVENTH TRANCHE OF ELECTORAL BONDS BEGINS.
01, Jan 2019
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Context : The seventh tranche of electoral bonds sale began today. It will continue till 10th of this month. The State Bank of India, SBI…
GOVT INFUSES NEARLY RS 11,000 CR CAPITAL IN PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS.
01, Jan 2019
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Context : The government has infused 10,882 crore rupees in four public sector banks, including UCO Bank and Syndicate Bank. It is part of 28,615…
PM MODI RENAMES ROSS, NEIL & HAVELOCK ISLANDS IN ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR
01, Jan 2019
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Context : Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the renaming of three islands of Andaman and Nicobar on the occasion of 75th anniversary of Tricolour hoisting…
Electoral bonds begins.
01, Jan 2019
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In News: Sale of seventh tranche of electoral bonds begins. Context: The seventh tranche of electoral bonds sale began today. It will continue till 10th…
Bank Recapitalisation
01, Jan 2019
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In News: Govt infuses nearly Rs 11,000 cr capital in public sector banks. Context: The government has infused 10,882 crore rupees in four public sector…
Andaman and Nicobar Initiatives
01, Jan 2019
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In News: PM Modi renames Ross, Neil & Havelock Islands in Andaman and Nicobar Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the renaming of three islands…
NATIONAL SCIENCE DAY BEING OBSERVED
28, Feb 2019
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Context: The National Science Day 2019 was observed across India on February 28, 2019 to mark the discovery of the Raman Effect by Indian physicist…
PM MODI TO CONFER SHANTI SWARUP BHATNAGAR PRIZES FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
28, Feb 2019
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Context: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize: On the occasion of National Science Day 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will confer the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for…
INDIA-BANGLADESH JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE ‘SAMPRITI 2019’ IN TANGAIL
28, Feb 2019
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Context: It is an important bilateral defence cooperation endeavour between India and Bangladesh and this will be the eighth edition of the exercise which is…
ASSAM LAUNCHES PRANAM COMMISSION TO PROTECT PARENTS OF GOVT EMPLOYEES
28, Feb 2019
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Context: Assam Chief Minister launched the PRANAM Commission, which is a panel set up to look after the issues concerning a Bill brought in for the…
4th GLOBAL DIGITAL HEALTH PARTNERSHIP SUMMIT
28, Feb 2019
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Context: Union Health Ministry has inaugurated the ‘4th Global Digital Health Partnership Summit’ in New Delhi. 4th Global Digital Health Partnership Summit: The global intergovernmental…
GOVT LAUNCHES RAIL DRISHTI DASHBOARD TO KEEP PEOPLE INFORMED ABOUT ONGOING RAILWAY WORKS
27, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Minister of Railways has launched Rail Drishti dashboard. It encompasses all the digitisation efforts in Indian Railways and promotes transparency and accountability. Rail Drishti…
INDIA SUCCESSFULLY TEST FIRES QRSAM MISSILES OFF ODISHA COAST
27, Feb 2019
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Context: Defence Research and Development Organisation, DRDO, successfully test fired indigenously developed Quick Reach Surface-to-Air missiles, QRSAMs, from ITR Chandipur, off the Odisha Coast. The…
PM MODI DEDICATES NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL TO THE NATION
27, Feb 2019
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Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the National War Memorial adjoining the India Gate in New Delhi. The memorial honours the fallen soldiers after Independence.…
AFGHANISTAN BEGINS EXPORT TO INDIA VIA CHABAHAR PORT
27, Feb 2019
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Context: Afghanistan has launched a new export route to India through the through the Chabahar Port of Iran. 23 trucks carrying 57 tonnes of dried…
CHEETAHS FROM NAMIBIA TO BE KEPT AT NAURADEHI SANCTUARY: NTCA
26, Feb 2019
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The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has stated in the Supreme Court that Spotted Cheetahs being translocated from Namibia would be kept at Nauradehi sanctuary in Madhya…
MINISTER OF TEXTILES INAUGURATES TWO SILK PROJECTS IN ASSAM
26, Feb 2019
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The Minister of Textiles, Smriti Irani inaugurated two silk projects Soil to Silk Project and Eri Spun Silk Mill in Assam. Soil to Silk Project: The project…
NITI AAYOG HOSTS CONFERENCE ON FUTURE OF INDIAN BANKING AND ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY TOMORROW
26, Feb 2019
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The think tank Niti Ayog had hosted the conference on Future of Indian Banking and role of technology Tomorrow in association with the Foundation for Economic…
PM-KISAN: PM MODI LAUNCHES ‘PRADHAN MANTRI KISAN SAMMAN NIDHI YOJANA’ FROM GORAKHPUR, UP
25, Feb 2019
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Context: The Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. On the launch day itself, the…
INDIA SOUTH KOREA SIGN AGREEMENTS TO STEP-UP COOPERATION
25, Feb 2019
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Context: During the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to South Korea seven agreements were signed to boost up the cooperation. The agreements signed include:…
OVER 12 LAKH PEOPLE TREATED FOR FREE UNDER AYUSHMAN BHARAT
25, Feb 2019
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Context: Indu Bhushan, the CEO of Ayushman Bharat announced that over 12 lakh people received free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan…
FATF KEEPS PAK ON GREY LIST FOR FAILING TO CURB TERROR FUNDING
24, Feb 2019
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Context: International terror financing watchdog, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has decided to keep Pakistan on its grey list at the end of its…
BEL LAUNCHES ATMOSPHERIC WATER GENERATOR
24, Feb 2019
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Context: A Navratna PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has unveiled the Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG). It can be used to provide drinking water in community…
HOME MINISTRY ORDERS PAN-INDIA SURVEY TO ASSESS IMPACT OF POLICE SERVICES
24, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs announced to conduct a pan-India survey called ‘All India Citizens Survey of Police Services’ to gauge public perception…
TRUMP SIGNS ORDER TO ESTABLISH US SPACE FORCE
23, Feb 2019
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Context: President Trump has signed a directive to create a Military Space Force. The directive orders the Pentagon to establish the Space Force as the…
PM NARENDRA MODI RECEIVES SEOUL PEACE PRIZE FOR 2018
23, Feb 2019
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Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honoured with the Seoul Peace Prize. The South Korean government has awarded the Seoul Peace Prize for PM…
MAHATMA GANDHI SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO 150 SRI LANKAN STUDENTS
23, Feb 2019
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Context: 150 students of Srilanka from all 25 districts were awarded the prestigious Mahatma Gandhi scholarships for study in India. The Scholarships were awarded by Sri…
FDI INFLOWS TO INDIA DURING APRIL-DECEMBER 2018
23, Feb 2019
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Context: The data released from the Ministry of Commerce and Industries shows that the FDI inflows to India contracted by 7 per cent to USD…
GOVT APPROVES AIR TRAVEL ENTITLEMENT TO CAPF PERSONNEL ON DELHI-SRINAGAR-DELHI, JAMMU-SRINAGAR-JAMMU SECTORS
23, Feb 2019
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Context: The government has issued an order approving the entitlement of air travel on Delhi-Srinagar, Srinagar-Delhi, Jammu-Srinagar and Srinagar-Jammu sectors to all the personnel of…
SAUDI ARABIA TO INVEST 100 BILLION DOLLARS IN INDIA
22, Feb 2019
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Context: India and Saudi Arabia held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the visit of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to India. The…
INTERNATIONAL MOTHER LANGUAGE DAY BEING CELEBRATED
22, Feb 2019
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Context: International Mother Language Day is being celebrated. The day is observed on the 21st of February every year to promote linguistic and cultural diversity…
NEPAL: MONTH-LONG FESTIVAL OF INDIA BEGINS IN KATHMANDU
22, Feb 2019
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Context: A month-long Festival of India in Nepal is being held at Nepal. Nepal’s Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation was the chief guest…
EAM SUSHMA SWARAJ REACHES SPAIN
22, Feb 2019
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Context: Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held a bilateral meeting with her counterpart from Spain Josep Borrel. Highlights of the Bilateral Meet: Both India…
AERO INDIA 2019
22, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Aero India 2019 was inaugurated by Union Defence Minister at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru. The Aero India 2019 will…
PRESIDENT CONFERS TAGORE AWARD FOR CULTURAL HARMONY
21, Feb 2019
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Context: Indian President Ram Nath Kovind presented the Tagore Award for Cultural Harmony to Rajkumar Singhajit Singh, Bangladesh cultural organisation Chhayanaut and Ram Sutar Vanji…
HEATED TOBACCO DEVICES EQUALLY HARMFUL AS E-CIGARETTES, SMOKING: STUDY
21, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The new heated tobacco devices, marketed as a safer substitute for cigarettes, cause the same damage to human lung cells as vaping and traditional…
AERO INDIA SHOW: DRDO LOOKING FOR INDUSTRY PARTNERS TO COLLABORATE ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
21, Feb 2019
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Context: The Defence Research and Development Organisation DRDO is looking for industry partners to collaborate on emerging technologies. DRDO is looking for potential partners to…
ICJ REFUSES TO ENTERTAIN PAK’S REQUEST TO ADJOURN KULBHUSHAN CASE
20, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The International Court of Justice refused to entertain Pakistan's request to adjourn the hearing in the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav to appoint a new…
INVESTIGATION TRACKING SYSTEM FOR SEXUAL OFFENCES (ITSSO) AND SAFE CITY IMPLEMENTATION MONITORING PORTAL LAUNCHED
20, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Home Minister and Minister for Women and Child Development launched the Investigation Tracking System for Sexual Offences (ITSSO) and Safe City Implementation…
RBI TO GIVE RS 28,000 CR TO CENTRE AS DIVIDEND
20, Feb 2019
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Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will transfer Rs 28,000 crore as interim dividend to the government. RBI had already transferred Rs 40,000 crore…
INDIA, ARGENTINA TO ELEVATE MULTI-FACETED COOPERATION TO STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
20, Feb 2019
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Context: India and Argentina have decided to elevate their multi-faceted cooperation to a strategic partnership with a focus on key areas for the prosperity of…
INDIA, MOROCCO SIGN FOUR MOUs
20, Feb 2019
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Context: India and Morocco signed four MoUs following the delegation-level talks between External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita in Rabat.…
ECO CIRCUIT: PATHANAMTHITTA – GAVI – VAGAMON – THEKKADY INAUGURATED
20, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Tourism Minister inaugurated the Eco Circuit: Pathanamthitta – Gavi – Vagamon – Thekkady project at Vagamon, Kerala. This project is a part of the Swadesh Darshan Scheme. Eco…
RAJNATH SINGH LAUNCHES PAN-INDIA NUMBER 112 FOR WOMEN SAFETY
19, Feb 2019
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Context: Home Minister launched a range of citizen safety initiatives in New Delhi, including the Emergency Response Support System, ERSS, for women's safety in 16…
TAMIL NADU GOVT PROMOTES M-SAND FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKS AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO RIVER SAND
19, Feb 2019
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Context: Tamil Nadu Government is promoting M-sand for construction works as an alternative to river sand. M sand: The excessive mining of river bed to…
INDIA RAISES CUSTOMS DUTY TO 200 PC ON ALL GOODS IMPORTED FROM PAKISTAN
19, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: India increased customs duty on all goods originating from or imported from Pakistan to 200 per cent with immediate effect. It is not very…
IRAN LAUNCHES NEW LOCALLY-MADE SUBMARINE CAPABLE OF FIRING CRUISE MISSILES
19, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has unveiled a “state-of-the-art” domestically produced submarine capable of firing cruise missiles. The launch has gained significance due to…
COUNTRY’S 1ST SEMI HIGH-SPEED TRAIN VANDE BHARAT EXPRESS LEAVES DELHI FOR VARANASI ON FIRST COMMERCIAL RUN
18, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Country's first semi high speed train Vande Bharat Express left Delhi for Varanasi this morning on its first commercial run. Tickets of the train…
CHHATTISGARH’S RAIGARH MUNICIPAL CORPORATION WINS “SWACHHATA EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2019
18, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Raigarh Municipal Corporation of Chhattisgarh has won the “Swachhata Excellence awards 2019”. The municipal corporations of Ambikapur of Chhattisgarh and Kumbakonam of Tamil Nadu…
SWACHH SHAKTI 2019
18, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Swachh Shakti 2019, a convention of Women Sarpanches was held at Kurukshetra in Haryana. The convention was inaugurated by the Prime Minister. The…
CENTRE LIBERALISES E-VISA REGIME TO MAKE IT MORE TOURIST FRIENDLY
18, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Union Tourism Ministry recently made a series of amendments in India's e-visa regime, liberalising it further and making it more tourist friendly. The…
ANOOP SATPATHY-LED EXPERT COMMITTEE SUBMITS REPORT; RECOMMENDS NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE AT RS 375 PER DAY
18, Feb 2019
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Context: The Expert Committee led by Anoop Satpathy submitted its report on “Determining the Methodology for Fixation of the National Minimum Wage” to the Government.…
INDIA WITHDRAWS MOST FAVOURED NATION STATUS FROM PAKISTAN
17, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: In a major terrorist attack, 40+ CRPF personnel were martyred in J&K’s Pulwama district when a terrorist attacked with an explosives laden vehicle into…
SUSHIL CHANDRA ASSUMES CHARGE AS NEW ELECTION COMMISSIONER
17, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Sushil Chandra on February 15, 2019 assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India. He would be working along with Chief Election…
PORTAL LAUNCHED FOR REAL-TIME INFO ON AVAILABLE DEPTH ON NATIONAL WATERWAYS
17, Feb 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Moving a step ahead towards ensuring optimum use of National Waterways, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) launched a new portal LADIS –…
NASA BIDS ADIEU TO OPPORTUNITY, THE ROVER THAT EXPLORED MARS FOR 15 YEARS
17, Feb 2019
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Context: NASA has announced the end of the Opportunity rover’s mission. Opportunity rolled out on to the Martian surface in 2004, 20 days after its…
INDIAN AIR FORCE TO DISPLAY FIREPOWER IN POKHARAN, RAJASTHAN
17, Feb 2019
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Context: Indian Air Force is set to demonstrate its full combat and fire capabilities during ‘Exercise Vayu Shakti-2019’ in the Pokharan firing range close to…
NEW NASA TELESCOPE TO EXPLORE ORIGINS OF UNIVERSE
16, Feb 2019
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Context: NASA will launch a new space telescope in 2023 that could provide a glimpse of the first moments in the history of the universe…
NITI AAYOG SIGNS AGREEMENT TO DOCUMENT SYSTEMIC TRANSFORMATION IN EDUCATION
16, Feb 2019
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Context: The NITI Aayog signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) with the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation (MSDF) to codify, document and share best practices…
GHUMOT TO BE DECLARED GOA’S HERITAGE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT
16, Feb 2019
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Context: The Art and Culture Minister of Goa has announced that Ghumot, an indigenous earthen drum will soon be notied as a heritage instrument of…
IN SHAKE UP BETWEEN HUMANS, MACHINES, OVER 133M NEW JOBS MAY EMERGE BY 2022
16, Feb 2019
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Context: In the shakeup between humans and machines, there is a likelihood of creation of over 133 million new jobs by 2022. However, at the…
WORLD GOVERNMENT SUMMIT IN DUBAI
15, Feb 2019
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Context: Global leaders gathered in Dubai for the World Government Summit, a forum dedicated to shaping the future of governments. World Government Summit: The World…
PRADHAN MANTRI SHRAM YOGI MAAN-DHAN PENSION SCHEME COMES INTO EFFECT FROM TODAY
15, Feb 2019
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Context: The Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan scheme will be implemented from today. Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan scheme: The scheme announced in the Budget…
CABINET APPROVES PROPOSAL FOR EXTENSION OF TENURE OF NCSK BEYOND 31st OF MARCH, 2019
15, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of tenure of the National Commission for Safai Karmacharis (NCSK) beyond 31.3.2019 for three years. National Commission…
KERALA CM INAUGURATES IAV IN THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
15, Feb 2019
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Context: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV) in Thiruvananthapuram. A first of its kind research institute that is linked…
e-AUSHADHI PORTAL
15, Feb 2019
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Context: Ministry of AYUSH has launched the e-AUSHADHIportal, for online licensing of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy drugs. The portal is intended for increased transparency, improved…
CCEA APPROVES CLCS-TUS WITH TOTAL OUTLAY OF RS. 2900 CRORE
14, Feb 2019
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Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the Credit Linked Capital Subsidy and Technology Up-gradation Scheme (CLCS-TUS) with…
RBI PENALISES BANKS FOR VIOLATING VARIOUS NORMS
14, Feb 2019
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Context: Reserve Bank has imposed monetary penalty of two million rupees each on HDFC Bank, IDBI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank for non-compliance of various…
BIHAR GOVT ANNOUNCES UNIVERSAL OLD AGE PENSION SCHEME-MUKHYAMANTRI VRIDHAJAN PENSION YOJNA
14, Feb 2019
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Context: Bihar government has announced a universal old age pension scheme - Mukhyamantri Vridhajan Pension Yojna- MVPY for all people above 60 years of age.…
GOVT APPROVES THE INTRODUCTION OF REGISTRATION OF MARRIAGE OF NON-RESIDENT INDIAN (NRI) BILL, 2019
14, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister approved the introduction of Registration of Marriage of Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Bill, 2019 to create more accountability…
WORLD RADIO DAY: RADIO UNITES AND EMPOWERS PEOPLE
13, Feb 2019
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Context: World Radio Day is observed every year on the 13th of February to celebrate radio as a forum for information and entertainment, as a…
EARTH MAY BE EXPERIENCING WARMEST DECADE ON RECORD
13, Feb 2019
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Context: The decade from 2014 to 2023 could end up being the warmest in over 150 years of records. The figures released by the UK…
PARLIAMENT PASSES PERSONAL LAWS (AMENDMENT) BILL 2019
13, Feb 2019
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Context: The Parliament passed the Personal Laws (Amendment Bill), 2018 that seeks to remove leprosy as a ground for divorce. The bill was passed after…
WOMEN WITH FOUR CHILDREN TO GET LIFE TAX EXEMPTION IN HUNGARY
13, Feb 2019
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Context: Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced new measures, under which increasing financial aid and subsidies will be provided to families that have more than…
PM MODI INAUGURATES PETROTECH-2019
12, Feb 2019
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Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 11, 2019 inaugurated the 13th International Oil and Gas Conference - PETROTECH-2019 at India Expo Centre in Greater…
HINDI INCLUDED AS THIRD OFFICIAL COURT LANGUAGE IN ABU DHABI
12, Feb 2019
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Context: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has added Hindi as the third official language to be used in the city's courts, alongside Arabic and…
I&B MINISTRY ORGANIZES FIRST ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF MEDIA UNITS
12, Feb 2019
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Context: Information and Broadcasting Ministry will organize the first annual conference of Media Units in New Delhi on Wednesday. Aim of the Conference: The Conference…
DELHI TO LAUNCH ZERO FATALITY CORRIDOR
11, Feb 2019
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Context: Delhi Government has launched Zero Fatality Corridor with an aim to curb the number of accidents. The announcement was made by the Minister of…
GOVT TO LAUNCH CAMPAIGN TO SATURATE FARMERS FOR FINANCIAL INCLUSION UNDER KCC
11, Feb 2019
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Context: Government decided to launch a campaign to saturate farmers for financial inclusion under Kisan Credit Cards (KCC). Agriculture Ministry in a statement said, the…
EARTH’S NORTH MAGNETIC POLE IS DRIFTING FAST, GETTING WEAKER AND MAY FLIP SOON
11, Feb 2019
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Context: Scientists have found that Earth's north magnetic pole has been drifting so fast in the last few decades that past estimates are no longer…
RISING TEMPERATURES INCREASE CONCENTRATION OF AEROSOLS IN ATMOSPHERE: STUDY
11, Feb 2019
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Context: Rising temperatures increase the concentration of aerosols in the atmosphere that cause air pollution. While climate change is warming the ocean, it is warming…
RAJYA SABHA TV – LAWS IN THE MAKING
11, Feb 2019
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Allied and Healthcare Professions Bill, 2018: The Union Cabinet has approved the Allied and Healthcare Professions Bill, 2018 for regulation and standardization of education and…
GOVERNMENT TO CONDUCT SURVEY OF ALL AGRICULTURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN COUNTRY
10, Feb 2019
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Context: The government has decided to conduct a survey of all agricultural households in the country covering the period from July 2018 to June this…
INSTEX: EUROPE SETS UP TRANSACTIONS CHANNEL WITH IRAN
10, Feb 2019
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Context: The United Kingdom along with other European nations such as Germany and France on January 31, 2019 set up a new transaction channel called…
EXERCISE RAHAT IN RAJASTHAN ON FEB 11-12
10, Feb 2019
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Context: The disaster relief exercise ‘Exercise Rahat’ will be demonstrated in Jaipur, Kota and Alwar in Rajasthan on Feb 11-12. Exercise Rahat: On behalf of…
CCEA APPROVES BROADCASTING INFRASTRUCTURE AND NETWORK DEVELOPMENT SCHEME OF PRASAR BHARTI
10, Feb 2019
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Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, CCEA has approved Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development scheme of Prasar Bharti. An amount of 1 thousand 54…
GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES SHEHRI SAMRIDHI UTSAV TO EXTEND OUTREACH OF DAY-NULM
09, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs in February 2019 launched the Shehri Samridhi Utsav, an initiative that aims to extend the outreach…
PRESIDENT KOVIND CONFERS SANGEET NATAK AKADEMI AWARDS
09, Feb 2019
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Context: President Ram Nath Kovind gave away the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2017 at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Forty-two artists from the fields including Music, Dance,…
2018 FOURTH WARMEST YEAR ON RECORD: NASA, NOAA
09, Feb 2019
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Context: An independent analysis by NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have found that earth's global surface temperatures in 2018 were the fourth…
PART TWO OF DARWAZA BAND CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED IN MUMBAI TODAY
09, Feb 2019
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Context: To further promote the use of toilets and to sustain the open defecation free status of villages across India, the part two of Darwaza…
UNION MINISTER DHARMENDRA PRADHAN INAUGURATES WLPGA 2019 ASIA LPG SUMMIT
09, Feb 2019
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Context: The second edition of the Asia LPG Summit was inaugurated by Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas at New Delhi. The two-day summit with…
TWO-THIRDS OF HIMALAYAN GLACIERS COULD MELT BY 2100: STUDY
08, Feb 2019
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Context: Two-thirds of Himalayan glaciers, the world’s “Third Pole”, could melt by 2100 if global emissions are not reduced, scientists warned in a major new…
GADKARI LAUNCHES HIGHWAY PROJECTS IN ODISHA
08, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari laid the foundation stone of three major highway projects with an investment worth Rs 2,345 crores in…
BHARAT RANG MAHOTSAV
08, Feb 2019
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Context: Bharat Rang Mahotsav: The 20th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM), the international theatre festival of India, one of the prominent training institutions in…
RBI CUTS REPO RATE, REVERSE REPO RATE IN ITS BI-MONTHLY MONETARY POLICY
08, Feb 2019
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Context: The six-member monetary policy committee headed by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has lowered the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25 per cent in…
CABINET APPROVES ESTABLISHMENT OF RASHTRIYA KAMDHENU AAYOG
08, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for the establishment of Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog for conservation, protection and development of cows and their progeny.…
MACEDONIA SIGNS ACCORD TO JOIN NATO
08, Feb 2019
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Context: Macedonia signed an accord to join NATO to become the 30th member of the US-led alliance. At a formal signing of the NATO accession…
INDIA’S COMMUNICATION SATELLITE GSAT-31 SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHED FROM FRENCH GUIANA
08, Feb 2019
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Context: India’s communication satellite GSAT-31 has been launched successfully from French Guiana. The Ariane-5 rocket lifted off with it from Kourou Launch Base at 2:31…
CABINET APPROVES AMENDMENTS TO BANNING OF UNREGULATED DEPOSIT SCHEMES BILL
07, Feb 2019
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Context: The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Official Amendments to Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Bill, 2018. The amendments will further strengthen the bill…
SECOND TRUMP AND KIM SUMMIT TO BE HELD IN VIETNAM ON FEB 27-28
07, Feb 2019
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Context: US President Donald Trump announced that he will hold the second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Vietnam on February 27th and…
BPRD TO ORGANIZE 2ND NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF MICRO MISSIONS OF NATIONAL POLICE MISSION
07, Feb 2019
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Context: Bureau of Police Research and Development, BPRD will organize the 2nd National Conference of Micro Missions of National Police Mission in New Delhi. The…
IORA MEET ON DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT
06, Feb 2019
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Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is organising a meeting of…
SPECIAL WORKSHOP ORGANISED FOR PAST VICTIMS OF COMMUNAL VIOLENCE
06, Feb 2019
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Context: The National Foundation for Communal Harmony (NFCH) organised a special workshop for 42 youth, who have been victims of communal violence in the past,…
BRAILLE VOTER SLIPS FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND
06, Feb 2019
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Context: The Election Commission of India will be issuing Braille voter slips for the visually impaired and blind voters in the Lok Sabha elections due this year. The…
PM INAUGURATES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
05, Feb 2019
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Context: The Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated various development works during his visit to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The developmental works include: Laying…
LADAKH NOW CONNECTED TO NATIONAL GRID; SRINAGAR-ALUSTENG-DRASS-KARGIL-LEH TRANSMISSION LINE LAUNCHED
05, Feb 2019
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Context: Prime Minister dedicated the 220 kV Srinagar- Alusteng - Drass- Kargil – Leh Transmission System to the nation, a step that would ensure quality…
MOBILE APP LAUNCHED FOR BOOKING OF BUNGALOW-5, ASHOKA ROAD IN DELHI
05, Feb 2019
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Context: Housing and Urban Affairs Minister launched mobile app - Mashoka5 for booking of Bungalow number -5, Ashoka Road in New Delhi for any ceremony. …
GST REVENUE COLLECTION FOR JANUARY 2019 CROSSED ONE LAKH CRORE RUPEES
05, Feb 2019
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Context: The total gross GST revenue collection in the last month, was over One Lakh Crore rupees of which Central Goods & Services Tax, CGST,…
PRESIDENT INAUGURATES ANNUAL UDYANOTSAV OF MUGHAL GARDENS
05, Feb 2019
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Context: President inaugurated the annual Udyanotsav of the Mughal Gardens of Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Mughal Gardens will remain open for the general public from Wednesday…
RAJYA SABHA TV – THE BIG PICTURE LOKPAL AND LOKAYUKTA
04, Feb 2019
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In News: The Supreme Court on 17 January 2019fixed a February-end deadline for the search committee on Lokpal to recommend a panel of names for appointment of the country’s first anti-graft…
NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK TO BE LAUNCHED TODAY
04, Feb 2019
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Context: The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will be launching the 30th National Road Safety Week on February 4, 2019 with a host…
NO BUDGET FOR FARMERS
04, Feb 2019
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According to some experts, the proposed Rs 6,000 annual direct income support to small and marginal farmers in Budget 2019 is a drop in the…
SOVEREIGN GOLD BOND SCHEME 2018-19 (SERIES 6) TO BE OPENED FROM MONDAY
04, Feb 2019
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Context: The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2018-19 (Series 6) will be opened from Monday. The issue price of the Bond during this subion period will…
RAJYA SABHA TV – INDIA’S WORLD WARMING TIES BETWEEN INDIA, SOUTH AFRICA
04, Feb 2019
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President Cyril Ramaphosa of the South Africa was the Chief Guest at the 70th Republic Day This is the second time a South African Head…
WORLD CANCER DAY 2019 OBSERVED ACROSS THE WORLD
04, Feb 2019
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Context: The World Cancer Day 2019 was observed across the world on February 4, 2019 with an aim to unite the world’s population in the…
INDIA TO LAUNCH ITS LATEST COMMUNICATION SATELLITE ON BOARD ARIANESPACE’S LAUNCH VEHICLE ON FEB 6
03, Feb 2019
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Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) would be launching its latest communication satellite GSAT-31, aboard Ariane-5 on February 6, 2019 from French Guiana. Ariane-5…
KALA GHODA ARTS FESTIVAL ALL SET TO BEGIN
03, Feb 2019
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Context: The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival - KGAF, India’s largest multi-cultural street festival, is all set to begin from Saturday. Commemorating 20 years of its…
ISRO LAUNCHES HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT CENTRE IN BENGALURU
02, Feb 2019
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Context: The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) which would be the core of ISRO’s future manned missions was inaugurated at the ISRO headquarters in Bengaluru.…
INTERIM BUDGET 2019-20 HIGHLIGHTS
02, Feb 2019
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Context: 6,000 rupees yearly direct support to farmers through PM-KISAN Programme. 3,000 rupees pension for unorganized sector workers earning up to 15,000 rupees through a…
US ANNOUNCES WITHDRAWAL FROM KEY COLD WAR NUCLEAR ARMS TREATY WITH RUSSIA
02, Feb 2019
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Context: S. President Donald Trump confirmed that the U.S. would pull out of the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty with Russia. INF Treaty is a…
POLAR VORTEX BRINGS COLD SNAP TO US STATES
02, Feb 2019
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Context: The United States is shivering in a deadly cold snap known as a polar vortex. At least eight people have been killed in several…
PM DEDICATES NATIONAL SALT SATYAGRAHA MEMORIAL TO THE NATION
01, Feb 2019
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Context: Prime Minister dedicated National Salt Satyagraha Memorial to the nation at Dandi village, situated in South Gujarat on Arabian sea coast. At the memorial…
INDIA IMPROVES ITS GLOBAL CORRUPTION RANKING IN 2018: STUDY
01, Feb 2019
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Context : India has improved its ranking on a global corruption index in 2018 by three points and moved to 78th position with a score…
GLOBAL SEA LEVEL MAY BE RISING FASTER THAN PREVIOUSLY THOUGHT: SCIENTISTS
01, Feb 2019
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Context: Scientists have warned that the global sea level may be rising faster than previously thought. The research questions the reliability of how sea-level rise…
GOVT APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF 560695 MORE HOUSES
01, Feb 2019
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Context: The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs has approved the construction of another 560,695 more affordable houses for the benefit of urban poor under…
Water: Leaving No One Behind (30.03.2019) Environmental Pollution and Degradation
30, Mar 2019
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On March 22 of every year, World observes World Water Day, the theme of which, this year, is “Leaving no one behind”, with the motto…
Bilateral Relations between India and South Korea
29, Mar 2019
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TOPIC: General studies 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Effect of policies and politics of developed and…
National Mineral Policy, 2019 ( 28.03.2019) Growth and Development , Mobilisation of Resources , Infrastructure.
28, Mar 2019
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The Union Cabinet recently approved the National Mineral Policy, 2019 (NMP 2019). This policy aims to ensure effective regulation and sustainable development of the mining…
RAJYA SABHA TV INDIA’S WORLD – TERROR: WORLD STANDS WITH INDIA
27, Mar 2019
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External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has said that although China blocked banning JeM chief Masood Azhar, India has a worldwide support on the issue of…
ARAB NEWS Arab League pledged $100 mn to PA
26, Mar 2019
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CONTEXT: The Arab League has pledged $100 million per month to the Palestinian Authority (PA) to make up for funds withheld by Israel. Palestinian President…
ECONOMIC TIMES US lists giraffes as threatened species
26, Mar 2019
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CONTEXT: The Trump administration on April 25, 2019 initiated its first move towards extending protection for giraffes under the Endangered Species Act. The decision comes…
National Policy on Electronics (26.03.2019 ) Government and Interventions , IT and Computers
26, Mar 2019
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The Union Cabinet on February 19, 2019 approved the National Policy on Electronics 2019 (NPE 2019). This policy supplants the National Electronics Policy of 2012…
Bilateral Relations between India and Argentina
26, Mar 2019
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General studies 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing…
Constitutional Amendment order to Benefit weaker sections in Jammu & Kashmir
25, Mar 2019
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General Studies 2 Social Justice Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms,…
Akula Class – Attack Submarine Defence Technology , Nuclear Technology
23, Mar 2019
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India has planned to lease out one more Akula Class nuclear powered submarine from Russia. According to reports, both the countries have signed a deal…
Waiver of service charges on Kisan Credit Card
22, Mar 2019
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General Studies 3 Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. General Studies 2…
Bilateral Relations of India and Saudi Arabia
20, Mar 2019
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TOPIC: General studies 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Effect of policies and politics of developed and…
Human Resource , Human Geography , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests.
19, Mar 2019
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In the latest terror attack at two mosques in New Zealand, 49 people have lost their lives and scores of people got injured. A majority…
China Slowdown 16.03.2019 Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests. General Tag
16, Mar 2019
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Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India's Interests. General Tag The government of China, for the year 2019, has targeted the growth of…
General Studies 2
15, Mar 2019
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TOPIC: General Studies 2 Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources Government policies and interventions for development…
Issues Related to Women , Human Resource , Gender – General Studies .
14, Mar 2019
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Every year on March 8, the world observes International Women’s Day. The purpose is to reflect on the progress made by women in different fields,…
Health and Human Resources – General Resources Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
12, Mar 2019
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News Analysis
HIV attacks CD4, a type of White Blood Cell (T cells) in the body’s immune system. T cells are those cells that move around the…
PETROTECH 2019
11, Mar 2019
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Role of Oil and Natural Gas in Economy Petrotech 2019: The 13th edition of International Conference and Exhibition PETROTECH 2019, was organized by Oil and…
DRAFT NATIONAL E-COMMERCE POLICY
09, Mar 2019
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Context: The government has released the draft e-commerce policy. The policy focuses on six broad issues of the e-commerce sector, which includes data, infrastructure development,…
NATIONAL POLICY ON ELECTRONICS
09, Mar 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Union Cabinet gave its approval to the National Policy on Electronics 2019 (NPE 2019), proposed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.…
YUVASHREE ARPAN SCHEME OF WEST BENGAL
09, Mar 2019
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Context: The Chief Minister of West Bengal has unveiled a new scheme Yuvashree Plan II or Yuvashree Arpan to encourage entrepreneurship among youth. Under the Yuvashree…
OECD CUTS GLOBAL GROWTH FORECAST OVER TRADE, BREXIT UNCERTAINTY
09, Mar 2019
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Context: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has reduced the world economic growth forecasts for the year 2019. Economic Forecasts of OECD: The…
PM MODI UNVEILS NEW SERIES OF VISUALLY IMPAIRED FRIENDLY Re 1, Rs 2, Rs 5, Rs 10, Rs 20 COINS
09, Mar 2019
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Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled the new series of visually impaired friendly coins of various denominations. New series of visually impaired friendly Re…
JALAMRUTHA SCHEME OF KARNATAKA
09, Mar 2019
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Context: The government of Karnataka has launched the water conservation scheme Jalamrutha. The scheme focuses on drought-proofing measures, including protection and rejuvenation of water bodies.…
GOVT SETS UP A COMMITTEE TO EXAMINE INSURANCE COVER TO ADVOCATES
09, Mar 2019
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Context: The government has set up a committee to examine the issues related to framing of a proper, structured scheme for providing insurance cover to…
INDIA, JAPAN HOLD INAUGURAL SPACE DIALOGUE
09, Mar 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The inaugural India-Japan Space Dialogue was held in New Delhi. The dialogue brought together Ministries and agencies related to outer space in the two…
HARDEEP S PURI LAUNCHES E-DHARTI APP
09, Mar 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Puri launched e-Dharti app where all the three modules- Conversion, Substitution and Mutation related to properties have been…
WORLD BANK TO PROVIDE 250 MILLION DOLLAR FOR NRETP TO BOOST RURAL INCOMES IN INDIA
08, Mar 2019
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Context: The World Bank will provide a $250-million loan for the National Rural Economic Transformation Project (NRETP). National Rural Economic Transformation Project is a new sub-component…
PRESIDENT KOVIND TO GIVE NARI SHAKTI AWARDS ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
08, Mar 2019
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Context: International Women's Day is being observed on 8th Governments, NGOs and other organisations across the world observe the day on 8th of March every…
HUMANS PUTTING 1,700 ANIMAL SPECIES AT GREATER EXTINCTION RISK: STUDY
08, Mar 2019
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News Analysis
Context: A study says that increased human land-use may put 1,700 species of amphibians, birds, and mammals at greater extinction risk over the next 50…
GOOGLE LAUNCHES ‘BOLO’ APP TO TUTOR CHILDREN TO READ IN HINDI, ENGLISH
08, Mar 2019
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Context: Tech giant Google unveiled a new app 'Bolo' that aims to help children in primary school learn to read in Hindi and English. The…
ISRAELI SPACECRAFT ON ITS MAIDEN MISSION TO THE MOON SENDS ITS 1ST SELFIE BACK TO EARTH
08, Mar 2019
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Context: An Israeli spacecraft on its maiden mission to the moon has sent its first selfie back to Earth. The image shows a part of…
INDIA SIGNS LOAN AGREEMENT WITH WORLD BANK UTTARAKHAND DISASTER RECOVERY PROJECT
07, Mar 2019
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Context: A tripartite loan agreement was signed between the Central Government, Uttarakhand Government and the World Bank for additional financial assistance of USD 96 million…
INDORE BAGS CLEANEST CITY AWARD FOR 3RD STRAIGHT YEAR
07, Mar 2019
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Context: Swachh Survekshan Awards are given by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs based on the survey which covered all urban local bodies…
96.5% OF HOUSEHOLDS IN RURAL INDIA HAVE ACCESS TO TOILET: NARSS
07, Mar 2019
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Context: The National Annual Rural Sanitation Survey (NARSS) 2018-19 was conducted by an Independent Verification Agency under the World Bank support project to the Swachh…
BILATERAL JOINT EXERCISE BETWEEN INDIA, OMAN TO BEGIN FROM MAR 12
07, Mar 2019
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Context: The third edition of the bilateral joint exercise between India and Oman, Al Nagah 2019 will begin from 12th of this month at Jabel…
SMRITI IRANI INAUGURATES REFURBISHED HANDLOOM HAAT AT JANPATH, NEW DELHI
06, Mar 2019
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Context: Textiles Minister Smriti Irani inaugurated the refurbished Handloom Haat at Janpath in New Delhi. The main objective of the Haat is to provide infrastructure…
ISRO LAUNCHES ‘YUVA VIGYANI KARYAKRAM’ FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN
06, Mar 2019
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Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation has launched a special programme for school children called Yuva Vigyani Karyakram or Young Scientist Programme. The programme aims…
NASA DECODES HOW OUR MOON GOT ‘SUNBURNS’
06, Mar 2019
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Context: NASA has discovered that the Moons 'sunburns' – distinctive patterns of swirls -- are a result of interactions between the Sun's damaging radiation with…
RAJNATH SINGH TO INAUGURATE PROJECT BOLD-QIT ON INDIA-BANGLADESH BORDER IN DHUBRI, ASSAM
06, Mar 2019
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Context: Home Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the project BOLD-QIT (Border Electronically Dominated QRT Interception Technique) on India-Bangladesh border in Dhubri District of Assam. Border Security…
CENTRE, ADB SIGN 926 MILLION LOAN AGREEMENT TO OPERATIONALIZE TWO LINES OF MUMBAI METRO
05, Mar 2019
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Context: The Government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a loan agreement of $926 Million to operationalise two lines for the Mumbai Metro Rail System.…
SPACEX CREW DRAGON SPACECRAFT MARKS DEBUT UNMANNED FLIGHT
05, Mar 2019
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Context: The Crew Dragon capsule of Space X has successfully docked with the International Space Station. The demonstration mission is named as Demo-1. It was…
SAUDI ARABIA AIR FORCE TO TAKE PART IN RED FLAG 2019, AN INTERNATIONAL MILITARY DRILL
05, Mar 2019
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Context: The Saudi Arabia air force along with air forces from United States, the United Arab Emirates, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Singapore, will take part…
CENTRE FOR DISABILITY SPORTS TO BE SET UP AT GWALIOR
05, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for setting up of a Centre for Disability Sports at Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. The Centre for Disability…
ARCTIC OCEAN COULD EXPERIENCE ICE-FREE SUMMERS WITHIN NEXT 20 YEARS
05, Mar 2019
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Context: The Arctic Ocean could experience ice-free summers within the next 20 years, much earlier than previously predicted. A new study has warned that unless…
TRIBAL AFFAIRS MINISTER LAUNCHES MSP FOR MINOR FOREST PRODUCES
03, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Tribal Affairs Minister launched the Minimum Support Price for Minor Forest Produces and the Value Addition component of Van Dhan scheme on…
ISRO TO LAUNCH ELECTRONIC INTELLIGENCE SATELLITE ‘EMISAT’
03, Mar 2019
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Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) would be launching an electronic intelligence satellite Emisat for Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in March 2019.…
BSF CONDUCTS MAINAMATI MAITREE EXERCISE 2019
03, Mar 2019
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Context: Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) concluded a three-day MainamatiMaitree Exercise 2019 as a part of confidence-building measures between the two…
IWAI, INDIAN OIL SIGN MOU ON FUEL NEEDS FOR NATIONAL WATERWAYS
03, Mar 2019
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Context: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding for jointly developing infrastructure for fuels,…
HRD MINISTRY LAUNCHES STARS SCHEME ON NATIONAL SCIENCE DAY
02, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Human Resource Minister launched the STARS scheme on National Science Day. STAR Scheme: STARS is an acronym for Scheme for Translational and…
HRD MINISTRY LAUNCHES SHREYAS PROGRAMME
02, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Minister of Human Resources and Development launched the Scheme for Higher Education Youth in Apprenticeship and Skills (SHREYAS) programme to provide industry-specific…
2nd EDITION OF INDIAN SIGN LANGUAGE DICTIONARY LAUNCHED
02, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the 2nd Edition of Indian Sign Language (ISL) Dictionary in New Delhi. ISL Dictionary: The…
NATIONAL WATER AWARDS 2018 PRESENTED
01, Mar 2019
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Context: The Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development, and Rejuvenation presented 82 National Water Awards in 14 categories for the year 2018. The Union Minister of…
HOUSES BUILT UNDER INDIAN HOUSING PROJECT HANDED OVER TO BENEFICIARIES
01, Mar 2019
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Context: Over 150 houses, built by India under the Indian Housing Project in Sri Lanka were handed over to beneficiaries. Indian Housing Project in Sri…
ECONOMIC TIMES Indian Army signed MoU with NHPC
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Indian Army signed a MoU with National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Limited. BACKGROUND: The agreement is to build four underground tunnels along China and…
INDIA TODAY India ends with 13 medals at ABC
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India has won 13 medals, including two gold, four silver and seven bronze at the Asian Boxing Championships. Boxer Amit Panghal picked up his…
India ended with 16 medals at AWC
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India wrapped up their campaign at the Asian Wrestling Championships at Xi'an, China, on a resounding note with 16 medals. Men's freestyle wrestlers bagged…
THE HINDU Cyclone Fani likely to intensify
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Cyclone Fani in South East Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm. India Meteorology Department said it will…
CNN Indonesia plans to relocate its capital from Jakarta
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Indonesia announced its plans to move its capital away from Jakarta. BACKGROUND: President Joko Widodo’s government plans to establish a new Capital out of…
Defence Minister visited Bishkek
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek on 29 April 2019. She is…
THE HINDU Sumatra floods killed 17: Indonesia
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In Indonesia, at least 17 people have been killed and nine are missing after days of heavy rain triggered floods and landslides on the…
ISSF World Cup: India won 3 golds, 1 silver
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India topped the standings at the International Shooting Sport Federation, ISSF World Cup on the final day in Beijing, bagging four medals- 3 Gold…
Hima Das included in World Relays team
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Hima Das was named in India's women 4x400m relay team for the World Relays to begin in Yokohama, Japan next month. Hima made the…
PHYS.ORG Oldest human footprint found in Chile
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists in Chile has recently found oldest single footprint at the paleo-archaeological site Pilauco (Osorno, Chile). BACKGROUND: It is a single footprint, discovered in…
FUTURITY New species of crab found
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists have discovered a new species of crab that swam the sea 95 million years ago. The small, pocket-size crab, named Callichimaera perplexa, was…
BUSINESS STANDARD ICMR launched MERA India
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched the Malaria Elimination Research Alliance (MERA) India. It is a conglomeration of partners working on…
BBC US President Trump announces to withdraw from UN Arms Trade Treaty
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: US President Donald Trump on April 26, 2019 rejected the United Nations' 2013 Arms Trade Treaty aimed at regulating the global arms trade. BACKGROUND: …
INDIAN EXPRESS Dentists can practice as Gen. Physicians
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Niti Aayog has agreed to the proposal of the Dental Council of India which had sought to allow dentists to practice as general physicians…
BUSINESS STANDARD CPWD set up committee
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Central Works Public Department (CPWD) constituted an expert committee to formulate a design policy for building construction and infrastructure development. BACKGROUND: The committee…
UN.ORG International Dance Day: 29 April
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: April 29 is celebrated as International Dance Day annually. It aims to bring people together with a common language - dance. In 1982, the…
UN.ORG World Veterinary Day: 28 April
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The World Veterinary Day is observed on 28th April. It celebrates the contributions of veterinarians to the health of animals and society. The theme…
UN.ORG World Day for Safety and Health: 28 April
30, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: World Day for Safety and Health at Work is a UN international day that is celebrated every April 28. It is an annual international…
Fabio Fognini won Rolex Montecarlo Masters
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Fabio Fognini became the first Italian to win an ATP Masters 1000 title at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. He defeated Dusan Lajovic 6-3, 6-4…
ECONOMC TIMES Anti-hijack panel revamped
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The government of India has revamped its high-level anti-hijack panel to include top officials of the Prime Minister’s Office, especially National Security Advisor Ajit…
LIVEMINT Global warming shrank economy by 31%
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: According to a Stanford study, global warming has caused the Indian economy to be 31% smaller than it would have been. The study shows…
THE HINDU Kotak Bank launches debit card-based e-mandate
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Kotak Mahindra Bank launched a debit card-based authentication solution on NPCI’s e-Mandate API platform. With this, the bank has become the first Destination Bank…
THE HINDU RBI first to begin interest rate easing cycle
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Reserve Bank of India is the first central bank in the Asia-Pacific region to begin an explicit interest rate easing cycle buoyed by…
CRYPTO NEWS Platform for Cryptocurrency Trading launched
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: BuyUcoin, the second oldest Cryptocurrency Exchange in India, has announced the launch of a new and unique platform for wholesale cryptocurrency trading. The platform…
THE HINDU IndusInd Bank & BFI merger approved
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the merger of IndusInd Bank with Bharat Financial Inclusion (BFIL). The merger will be completed within 2-4 weeks.…
TIMES OF INDIA USA secure ODI status for first time
29, Apr 2019
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The United States secured the One-Day International (ODI) status. There will be 20 ODI nations after the end of the tournament, with the top four…
THE HINDU Konkani version of Constitution released
29, Apr 2019
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A Konkani translation of the Indian Constitution was released by the Mangaluru Bishop Peter Paul Saldanha. The translation has been done by Professor Stephen Quadros…
Days and Events
29, Apr 2019
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World Day For Animals In Laboratories (WDAIL) (also known as World Lab Animal Day) is observed every year on 24 April. International Girls in Information…
THE HINDU Comfort food leads to more weight gain during stress: study
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: At the centre of this weight gain, the scientists discovered, was a molecule called NPY, which the brain produces naturally in response to stress…
THE HINDU Delhi HC lifts Centre’s curbs on GI tag for basmati rice
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Delhi High Court has struck down the decision of the Central government restricting the famously aromatic basmati rice production to only seven States…
THE HINDU SC: filthy language not criminal intimidation
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Abusing a person with filthy language alone does not constitute the offence of criminal intimidation. The threat must be with intention to cause alarm…
THE HINDU Xi Jinping meets Imran Khan, calls for improvement of Indo-Pak relations
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: China’s President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan before a meeting in Beijing on April 28, 2019. He expressed hope…
THE HINDU 500-year-old well found in Kartarpur
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A 500-year-old well, believed to have been built during the lifetime of the founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev, has been discovered at the…
THE HINDU As temperatures rise, pre-monsoon rainfall records 27% dip: IMD
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Southern peninsula division comprising all five States of the South India and the Union Territory of Puducherry, Goa and coastal Maharashtra recorded a…
THE HINDU Scientists print flexible electronics
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists have developed a process to 3D-print transparent and flexible electronic circuits, paving the way for improved wearable devices in the future. BACKGROUND: The…
THE HINDU Social media fraud rose 43% in 2018: report
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In a sign that platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp are emerging as new public square for criminal deception, a study has found that social…
THE HINDU Indian subcontinent’s collision with Asia boosted oxygen in world’s oceans
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: This record is an enormous contribution to the field of global climate studies. When the landmass that is now the Indian subcontinent slammed into…
BUSINESS STANDARD Helen get Deenanath Mangeshkar Award
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, scriptwriter Salim Khan, and Helen were honoured with the prestigious Master Deenanath Mangeshkar Award on 25 April 2019. The award has…
INDIA TODAY Floating nuclear power plant launched
29, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A floating nuclear power plant that is also known as 'Chernobyl on ice' is ready to begin supplying the electricity in Russia. The Akademik…
Antarctic penguins suffer huge breeding failure
28, Apr 2019
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Context: The second largest Emperor penguin colony in the world has suffered a “catastrophic” breeding failure after nearly all chicks born over three years died…
SC asked RBI to disclose information
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Supreme Court directed the RBI to disclose information pertaining to its annual inspection report under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. A bench…
DPIIT proposed Startup India Vision 2024
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Commerce and Industry Ministry has proposed a host of measures such as tax incentives to promote budding entrepreneurs as part of the 'Startup…
UAE’s sewage plant inaugurated
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The UAE's biggest sewage treatment plant, Jebel Ali STP, built by Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has been inaugurated. The 3,75,000 cum/day Sewage Treatment Plant…
Skyroot to test Vikram series of rockets
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Skyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad startup, is gearing up to test-launch its 'Vikram' series of rockets to send satellites into space by mid-2021. The aerospace…
Sri Lanka banned drones after Easter bombings
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Sri Lanka banned the use of drones and unmanned aircraft following the Easter bombings that killed over 350 people and injured more than 500.…
Russia and North Korea held first summit
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un held first summit talks in Vladivostok. Its aim was to strengthen ties that date back…
Regional language on the medicine labels
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare recommended that the government should take necessary steps to include the regional language in the medicine labels.…
Aegon Life Ins. collaborated with Mobikwik
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Mobikwik, digital financial services company collaborated with the Aegon Life Insurance. Aegon Life Insurance planned to launch a Rs 20 smart digital insurance product…
Cyril Almeida won IPI’s award 2019
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Dawn editor and Columnist Cyril Almeida from Pakistan won the IPI’s (International Press Institute) World Press Freedom Hero award in 2019. He was awarded…
WHO issued screentime guidelines for children
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: World Health Organisation (WHO) has released new guidelines on physical activity, sedentary and sleep for children under 5 years of age. It also issued…
SBI launched Green Car Loan
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: State Bank of India (SBI) launched ‘Green Car Loan’ to encourage customers to buy electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. The interest rates on…
Etihad: 1st to operate plastic-free flight
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Etihad Airways has become the 1st airline in the Gulf region to operate a flight EY484 without any plastics on board, in a bid…
BepiColombo mission completed tests
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The European Space Agency (ESA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)'s BepiColombo mission has successfully completed a series of test. It has completed…
15th FC met Ministry of Panchayati Raj
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj made a presentation to the Chairman of 15th Finance Commission, Shri N.K. Singh, its Members and senior officials of…
New Rs. 20 notes to be issued soon
28, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The RBI would soon issue new Rs 20 notes in greenish-yellow colour. The banknote in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) series will have a motif…
HERITAGE DAILY Mercury has solid inner core
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The smallest planet in our solar system, Mercury, has a massive solid inner core. Mercury has a solid inner core about 2,000 kilometers in…
THE HINDU Money Loji launched app to offer loans
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Money Loji, has launched its App, which offers quickest and the most secure loans to salaried professionals for an immediate requirement. It has flexible…
ECONOMIC TIMES ICRA estimated 7-7.5 GW solar power addition
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Rating agency ICRA has estimated 7-7.5 GW solar power capacity addition during the current financial year, which includes 1 GW of rooftop solar power.…
PIB Indian Coast Guard Vessel commissioned
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A new Coast Guard vessel was commissioned by Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala Sri Tom Jose at Vizhinjam harbour, on 24 April 2019. Indian…
BBC New community in Golan be named after Trump
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a new community in the Golan Heights would be named after US President Donald Trump. Israel has also…
ECONOMIC TIMES FIEO joined hands with Welingkar Institute
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) inked an agreement with Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research in order to support startups engaged in…
NAT GEO Indonesia’s Mount Agung erupted again
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The active volcano of Indonesia Mount Agung has erupted again to a height of 2km. Two other volcanoes popular with tourists Mount Bromo in…
THE HINDU RBI has Rs.3 lakh cr in excess reserve
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) notified the excess reserves that RBI holds could be up to Rs.3 lakh crore ($43 billion) or 1.5%…
BUSINESS STANDARD Malawi to undertake the RTS
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Malawi, the African Nation, is to undertake large scale pilot tests for the world's most advanced experimental malaria vaccine in a bid to prevent…
THE HINDU US recorded 695 measles cases in 2019
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The United States has recorded 695 cases of measles in 2019, the most of any year since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000.…
THE HINDU RBI sold entire stake in NHB
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: RBI has exited the National Housing Bank (NHB) and the National Bank for Agriculture & Rural Development (Nabard), by selling its entire stakes to…
FINANCIAL EXPRESS Agriculture prices to fall 2.6%
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Agriculture prices are projected to fall 2.6% this year but are estimated to rebound in 2020 due to lower crop production and higher costs…
FORBES Dark matter search: Xenon unstable
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In a spectacular discovery, the XENON collaboration publicly announced the discovery that xenon-124, an isotope of the element Xenon, is fundamentally unstable. Its half-life…
THE HINDU Jalan Panel report in June
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A 6-member panel looking into the appropriate capital reserves the RBI should maintain is likely to submit its report by June. The committee, headed…
LIVE MINT All public payments digital: RBI panel
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A RBI committee may recommend that all government payments to citizens should be made digitally. The move seeks to ensure higher adoption of digital…
World Malaria Day: 25 April
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: World Malaria Day is observed every year on 25 April, to spread awareness about malaria disease globally and to promote efforts to prevent malaria…
National Panchayati Raj Day: 24 April
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year in India on 24th April. The Constitution of India recognizes Panchayats as 'Institutions of self-government'.…
HOCKEY INDIA International Hockey Tournament 2019 held
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: 2nd Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial International Hockey Tournament was held at Astro Turf Hockey Ground, Chandigarh from 15-25 April…
THE HINDU India bagged 2 gold at ISSF World Cup
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In Shooting, India opened its medal account with gold each in 10 m Air Rifle Mixed Team and 10 m Air Pistol Mixed team…
THE HINDU Complaints to RBI ombuds increased 25% in FY18
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The number of complaints by bank customers to the RBI's banking ombudsman increased by 24.9% in the financial year 2017-18 as compared to the…
THE HINDU Army to induct women as military police
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In a historic first, the Army began the process to induct women in the military police, nearly two years after Army Chief Gen. Bipin…
THE HINDU Centre invested in cell based mutton project
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Centre has approved a Rs. 4.5 crore grant to two premier Hyderabad-based institutions for research into technology that involves growing animal cells in…
Divya, Manju won bronze medals in AWC
26, Apr 2019
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In Wrestling, India's Divya Kakran and Manju Kumari bagged bronze medals for the country in the women's competition of the Asian Championships in Xi'an, China.…
ECONOMIC TIMES Rana Dasgupta won Literary prize
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Author Rana Dasgupta was awarded the Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2019 for his 2010 novel Solo. BACKGROUND: It is the second edition of the…
ABU.ORG ABU Media Summit underway in Nepal
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: 5th Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Media Summit on Climate Action and Disaster Preparedness began in Kathmandu on 25 April 2019. The theme of…
UN, EU signed joint framework
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The UN and the European Union (EU) have signed a joint framework aimed at strengthening partnership in counter-terrorism efforts. BACKGROUND: The framework was enacted…
PHYS.ORG Archaeologists uncovered an ancient tomb
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In Egypt, archaeologists have uncovered an ancient tomb with mummies believed to date back about 2,000 years in the southern city of Aswan. The…
PHYS.ORG Zoologists discovered two new bird species in Indonesia
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Zoologists from Trinity College with partners from Halu Oleo University (UHO) and Operation Wallacea, have discovered two new bird species in the Wakatobi Archipelago…
BUSINESS STANDARD Meghalaya to augment fish production
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Meghalaya government will invest Rs 378 crore in fish production for meeting a supply deficit of 15,000 metric tonnes. The state has been…
BUSINESS STANDARD US envoy launched initiative
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: US envoy to India Kenneth I Juster launched a new initiative designed to help India's corporate sector in the fight against tuberculosis (TB). The…
ECONOMIC TIMES IIT-KGP, Jindal Stainless tie up
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: IIT-Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) and Jindal Stainless have come together to introduce a 3-credit course on stainless steel and advanced ferrous alloys. This is a part…
TIMES OF INDIA Advani won Asian Snooker Tour title
26, Apr 2019
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India's ace cueist Pankaj Advani defeated Ehsan Heydari Nezhad of Iran 6-4 to claim the inaugural Asian Snooker Tour title. Advani, a 21-time world snooker…
THE HINDU 2.9 mn children missed measles vaccine
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India has 2.9 million children who have missed out on the first dose of measles vaccine between 2010 and 2017 despite over 80% of…
Japan created 1st artificial crater
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Japanese scientists succeeded in creating the first-ever artificial crater on an asteroid. BACKGROUND: It is a step towards shedding light on how the solar…
World Intellectual Property Day: 26 April
26, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: World Intellectual Property Day is observed annually on 26th April. The theme for 2019 is Reach for Gold: IP and Sports. The event was…
Army to build tunnels to store ammunition
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Indian Army is planning to construct underground tunnels for storage of ammunition along the border with China and Pakistan and Public Sector Undertaking NHPC…
SEBI tweaked norms for REITs, InvITs
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: SEBI has reduced the minimum subscription requirement as well as defined trading lots for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).…
Leather exports rose 8% in FY19
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India registered about 8% growth in export of leather, leather products and footwear during 2018-19 and is aiming to achieve 9% to 10% growth…
RBI swap auction got bid more than thrice
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The second dollar-rupee buy/sell auction saw healthy demand with the RBI getting 255 bids worth $18.65 billion compared with the notified amount of $5…
Iran brands US military as terrorist
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Iranian lawmakers approved a Bill that labels U.S. military forces as terrorist. 173 out of 215 lawmakers at the Parliament session in Tehran voted…
Operation Night Riders began
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Motor Vehicles Department’s Operation Night Riders began on 24 April 2019. It will keep tabs on 500 tourist omnibuses operating from key cities…
AIR receive Swacchta Pakhwada Award 2019
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: All India Radio, Publication Division and Children's Film Society of India were given Swacchta Pakhwada Awards-2019 in New Delhi on 23 April 2019. Secretary…
J&K: Campaign Sweep inaugurated
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In J&K, under a unique Initiative under SVEEP, District Election Officer Kargil Baseer Ul Haq inaugurated the Campaign Sweep for voters education and awareness…
THE HNDU WB Govt’s scheme won UN award
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: West Bengal government's 'Utkarsh Bangla' scheme was awarded the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) award of the United Nations. Out of 1062…
GULF NEWS UAE’s Mars probe ‘Hope’ 85 percent complete
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The UAE Space Agency and Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) have announced 85 percent completion of the gulf nation’s ‘Hope Probe’ project. The…
ECONOMIC TIMES Pak Navy successfully test fired missile
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Pakistan Navy successfully test-fired an indigenous cruise missile in the Arabian Sea on 23 April 2019. BACKGROUND: According to Pakistani Navy, the missile accurately…
LIVE MINT Import of milk products from China banned
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The government extended the ban on import of milk and its products, including chocolates, from China. BACKGROUND: Food regulator FSSAI had recommended extending the…
LIVE MINT Gujarat Govt to pay Rs 50 lakh to Bilkis Bano
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Supreme Court directed the Gujarat government to make a payment of ₹50 lakh as compensation to Bilkis Bano, who was gang-raped during the…
LIVE MINT Authorized capital of Allahabad Bank raised
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: State-owned Allahabad Bank said the government has increased its authorized capital by ₹5,000crore to ₹8,000 crore. The central government increased the authorized capital of…
THE HINDU India will stop importing crude oil from Iran
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India will stop importing crude oil from Iran following the US move to end sanction waivers and will use alternate supply sources such as…
THE HINDU Farmers received 1st tranche under PM Kisan
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Around 3.10 crore small farmers have so far received the first tranche of Rs 2,000 each under the PM-Kisan scheme. 10 crore peasants have…
Pharma exports rose to 11% in 2018-19
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The country's pharmaceutical exports rose by 11% to USD 19.2 billion in 2018-19, mainly driven by higher demand in regions such as North America…
SC constitutes three-judge panel to probe case against CJI
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Supreme Court on April 23, 2019 constituted a three-judge panel headed by Justice SA Bobde, the senior-most judge in apex court after the…
Int. Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace
25, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: April 24 is observed as the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace every year. It was officially approved on 12 December 2018…
SC directs Centre to disburse funds for infrastructure in subordinate judiciary
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Centre to disburse funds allocated for various state governments to develop infrastructure and filling up vacancies in…
IMD advisories to farmers resulted in high yield of agricultural products across the country
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Weather-related advisories by the department to the farmers have resulted in the high yield of agricultural products across the country. Over 40 million farmers…
Bajrang Punia wins Gold in Asian Wrestling C’ship
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India clinched one gold, one silver and bronze at the Asian Wrestling Championship in China's Xian on Tuesday. World number one Bajrang Punia logged…
Bangladesh: All local government elections to be held through EVMs
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In Bangladesh, all local government elections will be held through Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) from now on. Stating this the Secretary to the Election…
Russian PM sees ‘chance’ for better ties with new Ukraine leader
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev today said, Moscow has a chance of improving ties with Ukraine under the leadership of President-elect Volodymyr Zelensky. There…
29th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair: India nominated as Guest of Honour
24, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India has been nominated as the “Guest of Honour” country at the 29th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) which begins…
THE HINDU World’s first armed amphibious drone boat
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: China has successfully tested the world’s first armed amphibious drone boat. It could be used in land assault operations and is capable of forming…
Guided missile destroyer INS Imphal launched
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Indian Navy launched its third guided missile destroyer 'INS Imphal' as part of its Project 15B on 20 April 2019. The Navy had…
SPACE.COM Antares launches Cygnus on ISS cargo mission
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A Northrop Grumman Antares rocket successfully launched a Cygnus spacecraft on 17 April 2019 carrying 3.5 metric tons of cargo bound for the International…
INDIA TODAY Election Commission launches Voter Turnout app
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched the Voter Turnout app on 19 April 2019. The mobile app is for the voters across…
Sri Lanka’s 1st satellite ‘Raavana-1’ launched
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Sri Lanka’s first satellite ‘Raavana-1’ was launched into space from NASA’s Flight Facility on 18 April 2019. ‘Raavana 1’ weights around 1.05 kg and…
ALJAZEERA Saudi Arabia to host G20 leaders’ summit
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Saudi Arabia will host the annual G20 leaders' summit on 21-22 November 2020 in Riyadh. The G20 is made up of 19 of the…
THE HINDU BoM joins M1Xchange TReDS platform
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) partnered with M1Xchange Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) platform for MSME bill discounting. BACKGROUND: TReDS is a digital platform to…
ECONOMIC TIMES PIO-led team’s CubeSat to be launched by NASA
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A team led by Keshav Raghavan has been chosen by NASA to have their CubeSat flown into space on future missions of NASA. CubeSats…
INDIA TODAY Longest spaceflight by a woman
22, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronaut is all set to set a record for the longest spaceflight by a woman. NASA astronaut…
Crypto News IMF and WB launched learning coins
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have together launched a private blockchain with a pseudo-token. The new token, called 'Learning Coin' and…
MONEY CONTROL Canara Bank: 1st to meet RBIs EMV mandate
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Canara Bank has successfully rolled out major new functionality to support EMV card acquiring across its ATM network and Aadhaar Authentication. It is the…
THE HINDU Bandhan Bank to merge with Gruh Finance
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Bandhan Bank has received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for the proposed scheme of acquiring of Gruh Finance. Bandhan Bank had,…
ECONOMIC TIMES Nepal launched its first satellite from USA
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Nepal successfully launched its first satellite NepaliSat-1 into space from America on 18 April 2019. The satellite developed by the Nepalese scientists was launched…
Economic times UPI payments now live on ETMONEY app
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: ETMONEY has integrated Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as a payment option on the application. The company hopes to simplify the user journey through the…
THE HINDU I-T Dept proposes new norms for taxing MNCs
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The income tax department proposed a change in the methodology for taxing multinational companies (MNCs). This includes digital firms, having permanent establishment in India…
WHO issued guidelines on digital health tech
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The WHO has released new recommendations on 10 ways countries can use digital health technology, accessible via mobile phones, tablets and computers, to improve…
BUSINESS STANDARD 20 states joined helpline number 112
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: 20 states and UTs have so far joined a pan-India network of single emergency helpline number '112' on which immediate assistance can be sought…
BUSINESS STANDARD Exim Bank funded projects in Rawanda
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said Exim Bank has provided soft loans of USD 266.60 million to Rawanda for various projects. The funding…
BUSINESS STANDARD Fintech startups to test regulatory sandbox
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: RBI proposed that fintech start-ups could set up a regulatory sandbox or live-testing of innovative products and services. This would be done in segments…
BUSINESS STADARD Terra Drone inked pact with IIT Hyd
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Terra Drone Corporation and Terra Drone India signed a tripartite MoU with IIT-Hyderabad to co-establish Centre of Excellence for Unmanned Aerial Solutions (drones). Under…
BUSINESS STANDARD Scientists identified green material
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Researchers have identified an eco-friendly solid that could replace the inefficient and polluting gases used in most refrigerators and air conditioners. When put under…
BUSINES STANDARD 14 products received GI tags
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Himachali Kala Zeera, Jeeraphool from Chhattisgarh and Kandhamal Haldi from Odisha are among the 14 products that have received Geographical Indication (GI) tag from…
BUSINESS STANDARD 220 million yr old dinossaur fossils found
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A site containing the 220-million-year-old fossilised remains of nearly a dozen dinosaurs has been discovered in western Argentina. There are almost ten different individuals,…
IMPORTANT DAYS World Liver day observed on 19th April
20, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: April 19 is observed as World Liver Day. This day is meant to raise awareness about liver and following a lifestyle which supports liver…
Mars based simulator unveiled in Gobi Desert
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In the middle of China’s Gobi desert sits a Mars base simulator, the facilityis full of teenagers on a school trip. Surrounded by barren…
Mt Everest to get an eco-friendly toilet
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Mount Everest will get an eco-friendly toilet at a Chinese campsite 7,028m above sea level in an ongoing campaign to deal with the peak’s…
Govt targetes IRCTC, IRFC IPOs
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The government is targeting to raise about ₹1,500 crore from initial publicofferings (IPOs) of two railway companies, IRCTC and IRFC, by September 2019. Earlier…
Govt bonds issuance jumped to Rs. 64,192 cr.
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The issuances of government-fully serviced bonds (GoI-FSBs) rose to₹64,192 crore in the year ended March 2019 as compared to ₹15,095 crore during the last…
FMCG growth to slow down in 2019
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India's fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry is likely to grow at aslower pace at 11-12% in 2019, almost 2% lower than that in…
Banks must flag bad loans
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: RBI told the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) thatbanks had an obligation to mark bad loans as non-performing asset (NPA) after the default…
Titan has 100 m deep methane lakes
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Saturn's largest moon Titan has small liquid lakes that run more than 100metres deep, perched atop hills and filled with methane. This was founded…
Deepest radio images of sun created
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists have captured the deepest radio images of the Sun, an advancethat may help reliably predict space weather and its possible effects on Earth.…
Time 100 most influential people report
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Time 100 most influential people of 2019 includes lawyers ArundhatiKatju and Menaka Guruswamy. They were instrumental in the Supreme Court partly striking down…
2nd edition of IN – VPN BILAT EX concluded
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The 2nd edition of 'Indian Navy-Vietnam Peoples’ Navy Bilateral Exercise'(IN – VPN BILAT EX) off Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam from 13-16 April 2019. The…
Government suspends LoC trade in J&K
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The government has suspended the LoC trade in Jammu and Kashmir. the Cross LoC trade routes are being misused by the Pakistan-based elements for…
World Heritage Day: 18 April
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: April 18 is annually observed as the International Day for Monuments andSites (IDMS), also known as World Heritage Day. This day is celebrated to…
IDRBT set up 5G lab for banking sector
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology(IDRBT) has launched a 5G Use Cases Lab for banking and financialsector. The 5G technology, along…
SpaceX to fly its DART mission
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: NASA announced that SpaceX will fly its Double Asteroid Redirection Test(DART) planetary-defense mission. The total launch cost for NASA is estimated to be about…
Thunderstorm leaves 50 dead in 4 states
19, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Over 50 people were killed as rain, coupled with thunderstorm andlightning, hit several parts of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat andMaharashtra overnight. The unseasonal rain…
RBI put Rs 50 notes into circulation
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The RBI has put into circulation 50 rupees denomination banknotessigned by its Governor Shaktikanta Das. The design of these notes is similar in all…
Astronomers discovered 3rd planet
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Astronomers have discovered a third planet in the Kepler-47 system, securing the system’s title as the most interesting of the binary-star worlds. Using data…
Govt granted financial powers to buy weapons
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In the wake of the Pulwama terror attack, the government has grantedemergency powers to the three services to procure weapons and military hardware. This…
BBC India launched Chatbot
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: BBC India launched an experimental interactive election chatbot in Hindiand English on Facebook's Messenger platform as part of a series of IndianGeneral Election-related content.…
3-member women team set out to summit Everest
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: For the first time, a 3-member team of women climbers from India, Nepal,and China set out to scale the world's highest peak, Mt Everest.…
EFH World Haemophilia Day: April 17
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: April 17 is observed as the World Haemophilia Day every year. It was started in 1989 by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH)which chose…
BUSINESS STANDARD Durjanpur to be renamed as Shivdham
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The MHA approved a proposal to change the name of a village in MadhyaPradesh from 'Durjanpur' to 'Shivdham'. The move came after the Home…
ICC partnered with UNICEF
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket for Good in partnership withUNICEF announced #OneDay4Children, a tournament-wide campaign. It is focussed on bringing the world of cricket…
Coast Guard ship Veera commissioned
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat commissioned the Indian CoastGuard Ship Veera at a ceremony held at Naval Jetty, Visakhapatnam. Veera, third in…
NASA found Alien World
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: NASA's newest planet hunter has discovered its first Earth-size alien world. The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) spotted the planet, as well as a…
Mithali raj: Goodwill Ambassador SCCWC 2019
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Indian women's cricket team captain Mithali Raj has been named the goodwill ambassador of Team India at the Street Child Cricket World Cup (SCCWC).…
Google opened AI lab in Ghana
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Ghana and Google have cooperated to open Africa’s first AI research laboratory, which, experts hope, will take on some of the region’s struggles. Africa…
ADB provided loan to India
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: ADB committed to provide $3 billion in sovereign loans to India in 2018,the highest level of assistance since sovereign operations began in thecountry in…
Mujibnagar Day observed in Bangladesh
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In Bangladesh, the historic Mujibnagar day is being observed on 17 April2019. The day marks the oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh's first governmentin 1971 at…
MONEY CONTROL Eligible NBFCs to get license
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Systematically important non-deposit taking NBFCs offering foreignexchange transactions on individual accounts will be eligible to obtainAuthorised Dealer (AD) Category-II licence from it. AD-Cat II…
Earth’s surface heating up: NASA study
18, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Satellite measurements by NASA researchers have verified the groundbased data which shows the Earth's surface has been warming globallyover the past 15 years. The…
DRDO successfully test-fired Nirbhay
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India successfully test-fired its first Sub-sonic cruise missile, Nirbhay on 15 April 2019. The launch was conducted from a test range in Odisha at…
INS Kozhikode decommissioned
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Indian Naval Ship Kozhikode was decommissioned in a grand ceremony conducted at Naval Jetty in Visakhapatnam. Vice Adm S N Ghormade, Chief of Staff,…
Notre Dam in Paris caught fire
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A major fire engulfed the medieval cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris, one of France's most famous landmarks. The 850-year-old Gothic building's spire and roof…
300% increase in measles globally
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: WHO raised alarm over a 300% increase in the case of measles globally in the first quarter of 2019 compared with last year. So…
Bamboo rice in Odisha after four decades
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Bamboo rice has shown up in Odisha nearly after four decades. Odisha had last witnessed Bamboo rice in 1979. BACKGROUND: Bamboo rice is special…
India narrowed trade deficit with China
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India cut its trade deficit with China by the most in more than a decade. India's exports to China jumped 31% year-on-year to $17…
Exports outspace imports at 11%
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India’s exports rose to a five-month high of 11% in March on account of higher growth mainly in pharma, chemicals and engineering sectors. It…
INS Magar reached Mozambique
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Another Indian naval ship INS Magar reached Mozambique’s Beira city loaded with suitable relief material. The ship handed over 250 tonnes of rice and…
12 months to sell non-crore assets
17, Apr 2019
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State-run companies will have 12 months to monetise non-core assets identified by a ministerial panel, failing which the finance ministry may restrict budgetary allocations to…
Greenam Energy set up power plant
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Greenam Energy has set up its first floating solar power plant at Tuticorin. AM International Group Founder-Chairman Ashwin Muthiah laid the foundation stone for…
sanitary pad machines to be installed
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: As part of a police welfare scheme, Mumbai Police is set to install over 100 sanitary pad vending machines and incinerators for women police…
SC banned mining activities in Kaziranga park
17, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Supreme Court has banned all mining activities along the Kaziranga National Park and catchment area of rivers originating in Karbi Anglong Hills in…
Meena Kumari clinched gold in Boxing World Cup
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India finished with 5 medals in the Boxing World Cup which concluded at Cologne, Germany on 13 April 2019. Meena Kumari Maisnam won gold…
Lewis Hamilton won Formula One’s 1,000th race
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: In motor racing, Lewis Hamilton won the Chinese Grand Prix for a record sixth time on 14 April 2019. He seized the overall lead…
Essel World launched bird park
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Essel World launched an interactive bird park in Gorai recently. The first-of-its-kind rain forest-themed park spread across 1.4 acres is home to over 500…
Egypt unveiled 4300 years old Tomb
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Egypt unveiled the 4,300-year old tomb of a Fifth Dynasty nobleman adorned with colourful reliefs and well-preserved inscriptions a month after being discovered. The…
Last female rare turtle species died
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The only known female member of one of the world’s rarest and most endangered turtle species died on 13 April 2019. It was more…
UAE to host world’s foremost AI Summit
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: UAE is set to host the world’s foremost Artificial Intelligence, AI Summit toempower global dialogue on the future of government, business and society. The…
RBI employees not government servants
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Madras High Court observed that the employees of RBI cannot bereferred to as 'government servants' while identifying their employmentstatus. The observation came after…
New Urea Policy 2015 extended
16, Apr 2019
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PRELIMS: Aim of NUP Govt Schemes. MAINS: What are the limitations of New Urea Policy. How New Urea Policy Reduces Imports? Evaluate. CONTEXT: The Cabinet…
Medical devices to get CDSCO certification
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: All imported, as well as locally manufactured medical devices sold in Indiawill soon be required to clear specific safety and quality standards. BACKGROUND The…
India to partner with Japan and UAE
16, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India is joining hands with Japan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) toimplement two projects in Africa. India will build a cancer hospital in…
Giant barriers to keep waste out of the oceans
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Sea Defence Solutions stops the flow of plastic before it reaches the sea, with a system of barriers that can catch garbage to send…
Oil consuming bacteria found at sea bottom
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists have discovered a unique oil eating bacteria in the Mariana Trench. BACKGROUND In an expedition, organised by marine explorer and film director James…
New sensor can detect dangerous chemicals
15, Apr 2019
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BACKGROUND: Spectrometer could be integrated with the camera of a typical cellphone. The device collects information about each individual pixel in an image to …
Impact of space travel on astronauts revealed
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Scientists have found no major epigenetic differences in astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent a year in space aboard the International Space Station, and his…
World Allergy Week 2019: 7-13 April
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: World Allergy Week 2019 was observed from 7 to 13 April 2019. The theme for World Allergy Week 2019 is “The Global Problem of…
IMO’s new rule on information exchange
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A new global rule mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for national governments to introduce electronic information exchange between ships and ports took…
CMFRI and ISRO ink MoU to protect wetlands
15, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) and Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). They will…
Jallianwala Bagh massacre centenary
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The nation is paying homage to martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh massacre on its hundredth anniversary on 13 April, 2019. Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu…
RBI issues norms for currency chests
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Reserve Bank of India has issued guidelines for banks to set up new currency chests. These guidelines include a minimum area of 1,500 square…
Retail inflation up to 2.86% in March
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Retail inflation rose to 2.86% in March this year due to increase in prices of food articles and fuel. Ministry of Statistics and Programme…
SpaceX carries first commercial launch
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: SpaceX carried out its first commercial launch with its Falcon Heavy rocket which took a Saudi satellite in orbit. The launch took place in…
PM Modi to receive Order of St Andrew
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Russia will confer the Order of St Andrew the Apostle on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The award is being given for Mr. Modi’s exceptional…
India, ASEAN to boost maritime ties
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India and ASEAN have vowed to strengthen ties by deepening cooperation in the maritime sector and boosting connectivity. The two sides met at the…
US: Legislation for US-India partnership
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: US lawmakers introduced new legislation in the House of Representatives to strengthen US-India strategic partnership. This will allow the US-India partnership to flourish in…
Hong Kong is third-largest stock market
14, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Hong Kong beat Japan to become the world's third-largest stock market. It is now only behind the US and mainland China. Hong Kong’s market…
Brexit and the fragility of the U.K.
14, Apr 2019
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Context: Delay in UK exit from Brexit strained the entire continent and the mighty British empire. Reason for division of communities: Highlighted divisions between the…
THE HINDU EU, UK agreed to delay Brexit
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: European Union leaders and Britain, agreed to a Brexit extension that will allow the U.K. to delay its EU departure date until Halloween. BACKGROUND:…
THE HINDU 2 Bengal government schemes won UN awards
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Bengal government has won the UN's World Summit on Information Socity (wsis) Award for this scheme. BACKGROUND: The 2 schemes are the Utkarsh…
THE HINDU India stares a pile of solar e-waste
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: By 2050, India will likely stare at a pile of a new category of electronic waste, namely solar e-waste, as per a study made…
BUSINESS STANDARD SpaceX carried out first commercial launch
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: SpaceX has carried out its first commercial launch with its Falcon Heavy rocket tasked with placing a Saudi satellite in orbit. The rocket exerts…
STANDARD BUSINESS India, Netherlands to strengthen ties
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India and the Netherlands discussed ways to strengthen bilateral political and economic ties, including boosting cooperation at the United Nations. BACKGROUND: The two countries…
BUSINESS STANDARD National Symposium held in Delhi
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: A national symposium on evidence synthesis began in Delhi on 11 April 2019. BACKGROUND: Its focus was on making science and synthesised knowledge the…
BUSINESS STANDARD Indian companies grew 18%
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Foreign investment of Indian companies grew 18% to USD 2.69 billion in March as compared to the year-ago period, according to an RBI data.…
India to be Guest of Honour at ADIBF 2019
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India will be the Guest of Honour country at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, ADIBF 2019, to be held from 24th to 30th…
NDTV Varanasi: third most polluted city
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: According to the 'Political Leaders Position and Action on Air Quality in India 2014-2019' report, the air quality in Varanasi is ranked third on…
India, Sweden inked pact
13, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India and Sweden launched a joint programme that will work towards addressing a range of challenges around smart cities and clean technologies among others.…
THE HINDU River Periyar witnessed decolorisation
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The River Periyar in Kerala is witnessing decolorization. The water turned pitch black in one stream, it was milky near the Pathalam regulator-cum-bridge. The…
PIB Vice President conferred awards
12, Apr 2019
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Vice President Venkaiah Naidu conferred President’s Certificate of Honour and Maharshi Badrayan Vyas Samman Awards at New Delhi. BACKGROUND The award of the Certificate of…
India builds maternity hospital in Nepal
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India has built a 25-bed maternity hospital in Nepal. It has been built under the Government of India's Small Development Projects Scheme. The Hospital…
Cyclone Idai’s death toll rose to 1000
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The death toll from the cyclone Idai is now above 1,000. Mozambique has reported 602 deaths while 59 people have died in Malawi. Cyclone…
THE HINDU India’s population grew at 1.2% average
12, Apr 2019
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Context: India’s population grew at an average annual rate of 1.2% between 2010-2019 to 1.36 billion, according to a report by the United Nations Population…
INDIAN EXPRESS Namami Gange got global recognition
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) was awarded the distinction of 'Public Water Agency of the Year'. It was awarded by the Global…
UK introduced online safety regulations
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The UK government introduced the world’s first framework designed to hold internet companies accountable for the safety of those using their services. The Online…
Dost Education bagged Tech prize
12, Apr 2019
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India's education tech startup 'Dost Education' bagged a $25,000 tech prize along with 2 other winners from Tanzania and Egypt. The Next Billion Edtech Prize…
INDIA TODAY Procurement of 464 T-90 tanks cleared
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The government has cleared the procurement of 464 T-90 tanks from Russia in a deal worth over Rs 13,500 crore, despite the tensions with…
NGT set central monitoring panel
12, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) constituted a Central Monitoring Committee to ensure the implementation of action plan meant for reducing pollution stretches across the…
THE HINDU
12, Apr 2019
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Justice Vikram Nath, seniormost judge of the Allahabad High Court, has been appointed Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. He succeeds acting CJ…
THE HINDU PFS partnered with USICEF
11, Apr 2019
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PFS joined hands with the US-India Clean Energy Finance (USICEF) to leverage funds for solar projects in India. It is an innovative facility which can…
London: 1st to implement pollu charge zone
11, Apr 2019
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Context: London became the first city in the world to implement a special Ultra Low Emission Zone that would charge an entry fee for older…
17th edition of WEF held
11, Apr 2019
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Context: The World Economic Forum in the Middle East and North Africa took place at Jordan’s Dead Sea on April 6 and 7, 2019. The…
Elements can be solid and liquid at same time
11, Apr 2019
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Context: Scientists have discovered a new state of physical matter in which atoms can exist as both solid and liquid simultaneously. Until now, the atoms…
Black Hole photograph released
11, Apr 2019
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Context The first ever photograph of a black hole was released on 10 April 2019. Scientists working in the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) Collaboration presented…
Yutu travelled 170 m on Moon
11, Apr 2019
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Context China's lunar rover Yutu-2 traveled 170.92 meters on the far side of the Moon, as per the Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center of…
Dogs can sniff out cancer with 97% accuracy
11, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Dogs can pick out blood samples from people with cancer with 97%accuracy, as per a study. Dogs have smell receptors 10,000 times more accurate…
India, Sri Lanka agree to increase cooperation
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: India and Sri Lanka have agreed to increase cooperation in security and defense spheres in several areas. The cooperation areas include regional security, curbing…
Army gets more fire power with Dhanush
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The Indian Army received the first batch of six 'Dhanush' artillery guns from the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB). The guns were handed over by…
NGT formed committee
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: The National Green Tribunal formed a committee to look into the alleged erosion of Yamuna floodplain in Haryana's Sonipat district. The joint report may…
Isaak Hayik set new record
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Isaak Hayik became the world's oldest player to take part in a professional game at the age of 73. He set the record by…
Avaada Energy raised Rs.1000 crore from ADB
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Avaada Energy Pvt Ltd raised ₹1,000 crore from investors such as the Asian Development Bank on 9 April 2019. The equity raised is for…
US, Iran designate each other’s organizations as supporters of terrorism
10, Apr 2019
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CONTEXT: Iran has threatened to retaliate for the decision, and shortly after it was announced foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called on President Hassan Rouhani…
Lin Dan clinched Malaysia Open
09, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Chinese badminton ace Lin Dan clinched the Malaysia Open in Kuala Lumpur on 7 April 2019. After an electric performance, he beat countryman Chen…
Justice Nandrajog sworn in as CJ of BHC
09, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Justice Pradeep Nandrajog was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court on 7 April 2019. He was earlier Chief Justice of…
Shah Rukh conferred with Honorary Doctorate
07, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Eminent Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan conferred with an honorary doctorate in Philanthropy by the University of Law, London. He was awarded this for…
Discovery of ‘death switch’ mechanism in plants may yield stronger crops
07, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Chinese scientists have discovered a possible "death switch" mechanism in plant's immune system that triggers infected cells to self-destruct, thus limiting the spread of…
G7 calls for greater role for women in peace processes
07, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Foreign ministers from Group of Seven (G7) countries have called for a greater role for women in solving conflicts, saying that peace settlements with…
New Chief Justice of Calcutta sworn in
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Justice T B N Radhakrishnan was sworn-in as the new Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court on 4 April 2019. West Bengal Governor K…
RBI tweaked LCR norms to boost liquidity
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: RBI provided additional 2% liquidity window to the lenders by tweaking liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) norms. The LCR indicates the proportion of highly liquid…
David Malpass selected as President of World Bank
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Senior US Treasury official David Malpass has been selected as President of the World Bank. The World Bank's executive board unanimously selected 63-year-old Malpass…
US, China close to striking a monumental trade deal
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: US and China are close to striking a monumental trade deal in the next four weeks. The progress has been made on the China-US…
Yoga gaining popularity across the world
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The yoga is gaining popularity across the world as it helps in reducing mental stress and in the treatment of several serious ailments. Non-communicable…
EC removes Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary Anil Chandra Punetha
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Election Commission has removed Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary Anil Chandra Punetha and appointed LV Subrahmanyam in his place. The Commission stated this in a…
Traditional new year festivities being held in several parts of country today
06, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT : Traditional new year festivities are being celebrated in several parts of the country today. Festivals of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Cheti Chand,…
India says, Pakistan has not addressed concerns raised by it over Kartarpur corridor
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: India today said Pakistan has not addressed the concerns raised by it over the Kartarpur corridor. Briefing media in New Delhi, External Affairs Ministry…
Maitri Bridge: Longest Suspension Bridge..
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Indian Army built the longest suspension bridge over Indus river in Leh in just 40 days and the bridge is named as Maitri Bridge.... Maitri…
Brunei introduces sharia laws; makes adultery & homsexuality punishable
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Brunei today introduced harsh new sharia laws that make adultery and homsexuality punishable by stoning to death. The new measures also cover a range…
Niti Aayog calls for new regulations for bank loans’ repayment
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Niti Aayog's Chief Executive Officer Amitabh Kant has said that the government and the Reserve Bank will have to bring in a new set…
RBI cuts repo rate by 25 basis points
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut its repo rate under liquidity adjustment facility (LAF), or the rate at which it lends to…
UAE confers prestigious Zayed Medal on PM Modi
05, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The United Arab Emirates has conferred the prestigious Zayed Medal on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the highest decoration awarded to kings, presidents and heads…
ICC to join hands with Interpol to fight corruption in sport
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has sought closer working relations with the Interpol to widen the scope of its fight against corruption in the…
Bleaching hits world’s southernmost coral reef
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Phenomenon indicates that climate change is affecting even remote spots, says scientist The world’s southernmost coral reef has been hit by bleaching this summer,…
Niti Aayog calls for new regulations for bank loans’ repayment
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The government and the Reserve Bank will have to bring in a new set of regulations to ensure that borrowers repay their debt in…
S Korea to launch worlds first national 5G networks
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: South Korea will launch the world's first fully-fledged 5G mobile networks on Friday. The transformational leap already has superpowers sparring for control of innovation…
TRAI asks Telcos to submit plan details of segmented offers every month
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has directed operators to submit before it all tariff plans that they offer to select segments of…
Over 1.2 M early deaths in India due to air pollution
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: A global report has found that life expectancy of children born today will be shortened by 20 months on average, growing up in current…
Pakistan could be blacklisted by Paris-based FATF
04, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Pakistan could be blacklisted by the Financial Action Task Force, FATF due to insufficient physical actions on the ground against banned terror groups to…
More than 113 million people suffer acute hunger: UN
03, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: More than 113 million people across 53 countries experienced acute hunger last year because of wars and climate disasters. United Nations body, the Food…
Sri Lankan govt rejects concerns raised over proposed oil refinery project in Hambantota
03, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Sri Lankan government on Tuesday rejected concerns raised over the proposed oil refinery project in Hambantota. Minister of Development strategies and International trade Malik…
US approves sale of 24 MH 60 Romeo Seahawk helicopters to India
03, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Trump administration has approved the sale of 24 multi-role MH-60 Romeo Seahawk helicopters to India at an estimated cost of 2.4 billion US…
India and Chile exchange three MOUs for cooperation
03, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: India and Chile have signed three MoUs for cooperation in the fields of mining, culture and empowerment of persons with disabilities. The agreements, which…
India inks an agreement with a development bank for setting up India-Africa Institute of Agriculture & Rural Development in Malawi
03, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: India signed an agreement with a development bank for setting up India-Africa Institute of Agriculture and Rural Development (IAIARD) in Malawi. It has signed…
ISRO successfully launches India’s latest EMISAT defence satellite
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Indian Space Research Organization, ISRO, launched India’s latest satellite EMISAT and 28 other smaller satellites of international customers this morning with textbook precision.…
6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Ecuador
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: A strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Ecuador today. According to the US Geological Survey there were no immediate reports of…
UAE to issue equivalency to all Indian degrees
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The UAE government will issue equivalency to all Indian degrees that match the set criteria, a move that comes as a huge relief…
India, Chile agree to work together to defeat terrorism & its manifestations
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: India and Chile have agreed to work together to strengthen the global response to defeat and destroy terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.…
President Ram Nath Kovind visits Pablo Neruda Museum in Chile
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: President Ram Nath Kovind visited Pablo Neruda Museum at Santiago in Chile today. The President will meet Indian business community and interact with Indian…
Detention of foreigners: SC directs Assam Chief Sect to appear before it on April 8
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Supreme Court today voiced unhappiness over the inaction in a case relating to detention of foreigners in Assam and directed the state Chief…
VVPAT slips: SC grants week to opposition for filing reply
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Supreme Court today asked 21 Opposition leaders to file within a week their reply on the Election Commission's affidavit on their plea regarding…
Centre sets up tribunal to weather adjudicate to ban Jamaat-e-Islami J&K, JKLF
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The Centre has set up a tribunal to adjudicate if there exists sufficient cause to ban the Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu and Kashmir (JeL) and the…
EC clears revised MGNREGA wage rates from April 1
02, Apr 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Election Commission has approved a request of the Rural Development Ministry to revise the wages under the MGNREGA scheme from April 1. The wages…
Agreement for Rajasthan with World Bank
31, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: India signs Loan Agreement with the World Bank for Strengthening the Public Financial Management in Rajasthan Project. The objective is to improve Budget execution,…
Goa celebrates its statehood day.
31, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Goa celebrated its statehood day on 30th May. It was on this day in 1987 Goa became the 25th state of the Indian Union.…
‘Hawa Aane De’ launched to spread awareness
31, May 2019
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Environment
CONTEXT: Union Environment Ministry on 29th May launched the song 'Hawa Aane De' to spread awareness about Air pollution. The song was launched by Secretary,…
UN extends sanctions against South Sudan
31, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: The UN Security Council has extended an arms embargo and sanctions on South Sudan for a year, despite resistance from African countries, Russia and…
Manu Bhaker clinches Tokyo Olympics quota.
31, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: Manu Bhaker was able to capture Olympic quota place in women’s air pistol in the shooting World Cup in Munich on 29th May although…
May 28 observed as World Hunger Day
31, May 2019
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Days and Events
CONTEXT: World Food Day is celebrated every year around the world on 16 October in honor of the date of the founding of the Food…
WHO concluded that Burnout is not a medical condition
31, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: The World Health Organization (WHO) has for the first time recognised "burn out" in its International Classification of Diseases (ICD), collectively known as the…
Trump announces tariffs on all Mexico goods
31, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: US President Donald Trump has announced tariffs on all goods coming from Mexico in a bid to curb illegal immigration. Trump anounced that from…
Centre sets up tribunal for adjudicating ban on LTTE
31, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: The Centre set up a tribunal for adjudicating whether or not there is sufficient reason to continue the ban on the Liberation Tigers of…
India’s first all woman crew flies Mi – 17 V5 medium lift helicopter
31, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Three women officers of Indian Air Force were part of India's first all-women crew to fly a medium-lift helicopter Mi-17 V5. Flight Lieutenant Parul…
Chelsea clinched the UEFA Europa League 2019 Cup
31, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: Chelsea clinched the UEFA Europa League 2019 Cup. It scored four goals in a devastating second-half display to beat Arsenal 4-1 on 29 May…
N Kumar, TNAU V-C, conferred with ‘Lifetime Recognition Award’ by the Confederation of Horticulture Association of India
31, May 2019
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Awards
CONTEXT: Lifetime Recognition Award by the Confederation of Horticulture Association of India was given to Professor N. Kumar, Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. The…
Huawei challenged U.S.s NDDA bill as sanctions fight ramps up
31, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: World's largest telecom equipment maker Huawei filed a motion in a US court to declare National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) as "unconstitutional". The U.S.…
Saudi King Salman urges international effort to thwart Iran
31, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman opened an emergency summit of Gulf Arab leaders in Mecca with a call for the international community to use all…
BIMSTEC leaders to hold bilateral meetings with PM Modi
31, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with President of Kyrgyz Republic, Sooronbay Jeenbekov at Rashtrapati Bhawan. This was his first engagement after…
WHO recognized ‘burn-out’ as medical condition and ‘gaming disorder’ a recognised illness
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) in its World Health Assembly held in Geneva, had for the first time recognized 'burn out' as a…
Ivo Karlovic-Oldest Man to win a match at the French Open 2019 for 46 years
30, May 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT: Croatia’s Ivo Karlovic became the oldest man to win a match at the French Open 2019 for 46 years on 28 May. He beat…
Scientists give the thumbs-up for Anthropocene epoch
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: On May 21, a 34-member panel of the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) voted 29-4 in favour of designating a new geological epoch — the…
New species of wasp identified in Goa
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: A new species of wasp from the genus Kudakrumia has been recently identified by scientists in Goa. The wasp, Kudakrumia rangnekari, was named after…
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma launched a new project to boost medicinal plant cultivation
30, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched a new project to boost medicinal and aromatic plants cultivation named "Aroma Mission". "Aroma Mission" a project…
Malaysia to send back hundreds of tonnes of imported plastic waste
30, May 2019
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Phys.Org
CONTEXT: The Malaysian government said that hundreds of tonnes of imported plastic waste will be shipped back to where it came from insisting that the…
Nepal celebrating its 12th Republic Day
30, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Nepal is celebrating its 12th Republic Day today. A number of programmes are being organised in different parts of the country to mark the…
WHO recognized ‘burn-out’ as medical condition and ‘gaming disorder’ a recognised illness
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) in its World Health Assembly held in Geneva, had for the first time recognized 'burn out' as a…
Sino-India IT and DT Industry Cooperation Forum 2019 was held in Guiyang, China
30, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: To create a new chapter in India-China cooperation in the new era of digital transition, 2019 Sino-India IT and DT Industry Cooperation Forum was…
Mahathir urges US to talk with China, accept its greatness
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad called for talks to resolve the ongoing trade dispute between Washington and Beijing and urged the world to accept…
US-UAE defense agreement comes into force
30, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The United States and the United Arab Emirates have announced that mutual defence cooperation agreement (DCA) has come into force, amid increasing tensions between…
US removes India from its currency watch list
30, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: India maintains ample reserves according to the IMF metrics for reserve adequacy, the US treasury department said in a report. India for the first…
US Rules Out Exemptions from Iranian Sanctions
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The US has ruled out giving any exemption from its punitive sanctions to some countries for buying oil from Iran, saying America's maximum pressure…
India, Sri Lanka and Japan signed a deal to develop container terminal at Colombo
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Sri Lanka, Japan, and India signed an agreement to jointly develop the East Container Terminal at the Colombo Port on 28th May. The joint…
PM Modi To Host Xi Jinping For An Summit
30, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: PM Modi will host Chinese President Xi Jinping this year for an informal summit, a foreign ministry spokesman said after meeting several times over…
Army Conducts CSA Camp 2019
30, May 2019
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Indian Army
CONTEXT: Western Command Children Summer Adventure Camp 2019 is being organised at Manali from 27 May to 02 June 2019. The seven day camp is…
IAF signs MoU with ISRO for crew selection, training for Gaganyaan Programme
30, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Indian Air Force has signed an MoU with ISRO for crew selection and training for the prestigious Gaganyaan Programme. Air Vice Marshal R G…
India updated travel advisory for SL
30, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The External Affairs Ministry says the security situation is gradually returning to normal in the island nation but Indian nationals travelling there need to…
IAF chief paid tribute to Kargil heroes by flying missing man formation
30, May 2019
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Live Mint
CONTEXT: The Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa visits Air Force Station in Bhisiana and Sarsawa to pay homage to the…
International Day of UN Peacekeepers, 29 May
30, May 2019
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UN.org
The first UN peacekeeping mission was established on 29th May 1948. The objective is to pay tribute to the invaluable contribution by the uniformed and…
Ministry of Petroleum appointed a high level committee to make strategies to reduce crude oil imports
29, May 2019
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Economy
CONTEXT: A high-level committee appointed by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has recommended a higher natural gas price for producers from existing discoveries…
Govt projected rise in non-GST revenue
29, May 2019
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Economy
CONTEXT: The Centre has projected a sharp increase of 26.6% in non-Goods and Services Tax collection in 2022-23. In the same year, total GST collection…
RBI extends RTGS timings from 4:30 pm to 6 pm
29, May 2019
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Economy
CONTEXT: To facilitate high-value fund transfers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an extension of timings for customer transactions through Real Time Gross…
India’s first Tree Ambulance initiated in Chennai by Green man of India
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: International Day for Biological Diversity tree ambulance was inaugurated in Chennai, Tamil Nadu by Vice President of India, Venkaiah Naidu. The initiative was proposed…
Tribunal for adjudicating ban on LTTE
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: The government has constituted the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal to adjudicate whether or not there is sufficient cause for declaring the Liberation Tigers of…
IAF all-woman crew flies Mi-17 chopper
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: On 27 May 2019, an all-woman crew of Indian Air Force (IAF) flew a Mi-17 V5 helicopter for the first time in India. Flight…
NSIC signs MOU with Ministry of MSME for the Year 2018-19
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: The National Small Industries Corporation Limited, NSIC today signed an MoU with Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises for the year 2019-20. The…
India elected in UN Executive Board
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: India has been elected to the Executive Board of the first UN-Habitat Assembly. It was elected at the Plenary Session of the Assembly which…
Pema Khandu to take oath as CM of Arunachal Pradesh.
29, May 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Pema Khandu will be sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on 29 May 2019 for the second time. After having a landslide…
Rivers loaded with antibiotics waste
29, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Rivers worldwide are polluted with antibiotics that exceed environmental safety thresholds by up to 300 times, according to research. Scientists found one or more…
Sri Lanka signs tripartite agreement with India and Japan
29, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Sri Lanka has signed a tripartite agreement with India and Japan for development of eastern terminal of Colombo port. The Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC)…
Orchha town of Madhya Pradesh added to the Tentative List of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites
29, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: The architectural heritage of Orchha town in Madhya Pradesh added to the Tentative List of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. The architectural heritage of Orchha…
AN-32 aircraft to fly on blended aviation fuel containing up to 10% of indigenous bio-jet fuel
29, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: The Russian made AN-32 aircraft, IAF’s formidable workhorse has formally been certified to fly on blended aviation fuel containing up to 10% of indigenous…
Russia launched the world’s largest nuclear-powered icebreaker ‘Ural’
29, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: Russia launched the world's largest nuclear-powered icebreaker 'Ural' at the Baltic Shipyard in St Petersburg in order to improve its ability to tap the…
DRDO successfully test-fired the new version of the Akash
29, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: The Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO) successfully test-fired the new version of the Akash surface-to-air defence missile system with a new indigenously-developed seeker in…
NASA unveiled the plans about the Artemis program
29, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: NASA unveiled the calendar for the "Artemis" programme that will return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in half a century, including…
Guy Gunaratne received the 2019 Swansea University International Dylan Thomas Prize
29, May 2019
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Awards
CONTEXT: Sri Lankan writer Guy Gunaratne was announced as the winner of 2019 Swansea University International Dylan Thomas Prize. He won the award for his…
Lewis Hamilton won Monaco Grand Prix
29, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: Lewis Hamilton won the Monaco Grand Prix to extend his championship. He defeated Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas. Hamilton struggled with grip and was under…
Saurabh Chaudhary won gold
29, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: In ISSF shooting World Cup 2019, in Munich Germany, India's Saurabh Chaudhary has won 10m Air Pistol Gold. He scored 246.3 bettering his previous…
Rahi Sarnobat won gold in WC
29, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: Indian shooter Rahi Sarnobat won the gold in 25m Pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2019 in Munich. She also sealed a quota…
Prof. Bhargava awarded 2019 Dr Lee Jong-wook Memorial Prize
27, May 2019
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Awards
Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Professor Balram Bhargava jointly won the 2019 Dr. Lee Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health…
Bayern Munich clinched 2019 German Cup
27, May 2019
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Awards
Bayern Munich clinched German Cup 2019. Bayern Munich defeated RB Leipzig. Bayern Munich won the final 3–0 for their 19th DFB-Pokal title. With the win,…
Dr. Lee Jong-wook Memorial Prize:
27, May 2019
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Awards
The Dr. LEE Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health was established in 2008. It is awarded to individuals, institutions, and governmental or nongovernmental organizations who…
India’s Mahesh Mangaonkar won Sekisui Open
27, May 2019
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Awards
India's Mahesh Mangaonkar for the second time in the Sekisui Open in Kriens, Switzerland. Three years back he had won it the first time. Sekisui…
Apurvi Chandela bags gold medal in 10m Air Rifle in ISSF World Cup
27, May 2019
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Awards
India won third International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle and Pistol tournament in Munich, Germany. Apurvi Chandela won gold in the women's 10m…
Nalini Malani wins Joan Miró Prize for 2019
27, May 2019
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Awards
Indian artist Nalini Malani has won the biennial Joan Miró Prize for 2019. The award is named after Spanish painter and sculptor Joan Miró, one…
India bags 57 medals at India Open International tournament
27, May 2019
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Awards
India bags a total of 57 medals including 12 Gold, 18 Silver and 27 Bronze at India Open International Boxing tournament in Guwahati. MC Mary…
NSIL, the commercial arm of ISRO, was inaugurated in Bengaluru
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), was inaugurated in Bengaluru. NSIL's main objective is to scale up industry…
Jitender Kumar posthumously with UN medal
27, May 2019
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Awards
Police Officer Jitender Kumar posthumously was honoured with the Dag Hammarskjold Medal by the United Nations on 24 May 2019. He made the supreme sacrifice…
DAYS AND EVENTS
27, May 2019
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News Analysis
International Commonwealth Day was observed in Commonwealth countries on 24 May. International Missing Children's Day is observed every year on 25 May.
DRDO successfully flight tested Inertial Guided Bomb from an Su-30 MKI aircraft
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Defence Research and Defence Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight tested a 500 kg class Inertial Guided Bomb from a Su-30 MKI aircraft at the Pokhran test…
NASA unveils schedule for ‘Artemis’
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
NASA unveiled the schedule for the 'Artemis' program that will return astronauts to the Moon, including eight scheduled launches and a mini-station in lunar orbit…
NewSpace India officially inaugurated
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), was officially inaugurated in Bengaluru on 23 May 2019. NSIL's main objective…
Liquid hydrogen storage tank launched
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
ISRO Chairman K Sivan flagged off the shipment of India's largest liquid hydrogen storage tank at the VRV Asia Pacific's manufacturing plant at Sri City…
Pune scientist wins German chemistry prize
27, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Ankur Patwardhan from Pune has bagged the second prize of €25,000 for a project at the ‘Elsevier Foundation-ISC3 Green and Sustainable Chemistry Challenge’. His project…
RBI approved Modern Currency Chests to hike the rate of service charges
27, May 2019
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Economic Times
The Reserve Bank of Indiahas announced that it is to allow large modern currency chests to increase the service charges on cash deposited by non-chest…
Sweden to host World Leaders Conference to Combat Anti-Semitism in October 2020
27, May 2019
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International
Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven announced that Sweden will host an International Conference against Anti-Semitism in memory of the Holocaust in October 2020. It will…
China, Pakistan sign several MoUs in diverse sectors
27, May 2019
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International
Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan met Pakistan President Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad and signed several Memorandums of Understanding, MoUs. These…
Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh banned
27, May 2019
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International
Bangladesh-based terror outfit — the Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) — was banned by the government of India under the anti-terror law UAPA. JMB was involved in…
Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar of India appointed to head UN peacekeeping operation in South Sudan
27, May 2019
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National
The commandant of the Indian Army Infantry School, Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar, aged 57appointed as the new force commander of the United Nations Mission in…
India bans Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh terror outfit
27, May 2019
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National
27 May 2019 Current Affairs: Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh also called as Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen India or Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Hindustan declared as a banned terrorist organization by the government, the…
5th Smart Cities India 2019 expo inaugurated
27, May 2019
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National
The 5th Smart Cities India 2019 expo, including Transport India, Solar India, Buildings India and Water India expos, was inaugurated by Durga Shanker Mishra on…
Corporation Bank launches Corp SME Suvidha for MSMEs
27, May 2019
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News Analysis
Corporation Bank launched ‘Corp SME Suvidha’, a product for GST-registered MSMEs. The product has been designed as part of the bank’s efforts to provide the…
Modern currency chests to hike service charges
27, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Reserve Bank of India allowed large modern currency chests to increase the service charges on cash deposited by non-chest bank branches from the existing…
High-level panel pitches for ‘Elephant Bonds’
27, May 2019
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News Analysis
A government-appointed advisory group has suggested issuance of 'Elephant Bonds' wherein people declaring undisclosed income will have to mandatorily invest half of that amount in…
Mary Kom, Sarita won gold at India Open
26, May 2019
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Sports
Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom and Sarita Devi won gold medals at the second India Open boxing tournament. The tournament concluded on 24 May…
SpaceX successfully launches, deploys 60 internet satellites
26, May 2019
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Science and Tech
SpaceX sent a packed rocket of 60 satellites into space. The launch was "the heaviest payload a Falcon 9 rocket has ever launched. The satellites…
AN-32 certified to operate on Bio-Jet fuel
26, May 2019
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Science and Tech
IAF’s AN-32 aircraft was formally fleet certified to fly on blended aviation fuel containing up to 10% of indigenous bio-jet fuel. The approval certificate was…
One billion year old fungi is found to be earths oldest fungus
26, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Microfossils of a globular spore connected to a T-shaped filament excavated in an Arctic region of northwestern Canada represent the oldest-known fungus. This discovery sheds…
Brahmos missile successfully test fired
26, May 2019
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Science and Tech
A BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile was successfully test-fired by a Unit of Eastern Command, Indian Army from Car Nicobar Islands as part of joint training…
RBI Allows Modern Currency Chests To Hike Service Charges
26, May 2019
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Economy
Reserve Bank of India announced that it will allow large modern currency chests to increase the service charges on cash deposited by non-chest bank branches…
US President Trump reaches Japan on four-day visit
26, May 2019
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International
US President Donald Trump reached Japan for a four-day visit. Japanese and US officials hail the relationship between Trump and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as…
Cyril Ramaphosa sworn in as South Africa’s president
26, May 2019
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International
Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in for a five-year term as South Africa’s President yesterday. Head of the African National Congress Ramaphosa was officially elected as…
Presi Trump, PM Modi to meet at G-20 Summit
26, May 2019
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International
US President Donald Trump and PM Narendra Modi agreed to meet at the G-20 Summit in Japan in June 2019. Both the leaders pledged to…
Delhi HC ruled that United Nations is not a State
26, May 2019
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National
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the United Nations is not a State under Article 12 of the Constitution of India and is not…
Guided bomb successfully test-fired
26, May 2019
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National
DRDO successfully flight tested a 500 kg class Inertial Guided Bomb from Su-30 MKI Aircraft from the Pokhran test range, Rajasthan. The guided bomb achieved…
India participated in SCO Mass Forum
26, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Second Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Mass Media Forum is being held at Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan from 23-26 May, 2019. A Delegation from I&B Ministry comprising…
Int seminar on noise organise
26, May 2019
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National
International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) organized an international seminar-cum-workshop on Automotive Noise, Vibration and Harshness (iNVH). It was held on 23-24 May 2019 at…
Chandrani Murmu became youngest Lok Sabha MP
26, May 2019
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National
BJD’s Chandrani Murmu became the youngest ever Lok Sabha MP. The 25-year-old BTech graduate won the reserved Keonjhar, Odisha's seat by defeating a two-time MP.…
17th Lok Sabha to witness 78 woman MPs
26, May 2019
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National
Seventy-eight seats have been won by women candidates in the 17th Lok Sabha elections, the highest since the first Lok Sabha in 1952. Uttar Pradesh…
Naveen to take oath for 5th term as Odisha CM
26, May 2019
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National
Naveen Patnaik is all set to take oath as chief minister of the State for a record fifth term in a row. The Biju Janata…
India bags 57 medals at India Open International tournament
25, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : India bags a total of 57 medals including 12 Gold, 18 Silver and 27 Bronze at India Open International Boxing tournament in Guwahati.…
Sethu crowned Indian Women’s League champion
25, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Sethu FC clinched their first ever Indian Women’s League trophy defeating Manipur Police. The match was held at the Guru Nanak Stadium, in Ludhiana,…
UN downgraded the global economy growth forecast to 2.7% in 2019
25, May 2019
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UN.org
United Nations (UN) in its mid-year report on economic prospects named "World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2019 Mid-year Update" diminished the global economic growth…
Researchers suspects gas insulation could be protecting an ocean inside Pluto
25, May 2019
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Space Ref
Researchers said that computer simulations provide compelling evidence that an insulating layer of gas hydrates could keep a subsurface ocean from freezing beneath Pluto’s icy…
Scientists broke superconductivity record
25, May 2019
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Phys.Org
CONTEXT: International researchers have broken the record for superconductivity at the highest temperature recorded to date at around -23°C. They created a new material, called…
18 hidden planets uncovered by NASA
25, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: German scientists have discovered 18 Earth-sized planets beyond solar system. Scientists re-analysed part of NASA's Kepler Telescope data using new method developed by them.…
Volcano on Indonesia’s Bali erupts, flights cancelled
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: An eruption of the Mount Agung volcano that spread ash over the south of the Indonesian island. The national disaster agency announced the eruption…
PCB study to find out reason behind fish kills in Periyar
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) has decided to carry out a comprehensive scientific study involving multiple agencies to ascertain the exact cause…
ADB signed agreement with IRFC
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed an agreement with Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC). It will provide $750 million long-term financing for the Railways Track…
UN downgraded the global economy growth forecast to 2.7% in 2019
25, May 2019
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UN.org
United Nations (UN) in its mid-year report on economic prospects named "World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2019 Mid-year Update" diminished the global economic growth…
World turtle day is observed on 23rd May.
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: It is sponsored yearly since 2000 by American Tortoise Rescue. May 24 is observed as National Brother’s Day in the United States to honor…
WHO has declared Algeria and Argentina as malaria-free countries
25, May 2019
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Africa News
CONTEXT: World Health Organization officially declared Algeria and Argentina as malaria-free countries after recording no new cases for more than three years. Now, the numbers…
Japan welcomes Trump with a charm campaign, golf and sumo
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Under the threat of potentially devastating U.S. tariffs on autos, Japan is ready to roll out the newest phase of its charm offensive targeting…
Theresa May to resign as prime minister
25, May 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT: British Prime Minister has announced that she would resign as the UK’s Conservative leader on June 7 “in the best interests of the country”,…
Microsoft stopped online sale of Huawei laptops after US ban on Chinese tech companies
25, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Microsoft has removed the Huawei laptops it sold on its online store. The move of Microsoft is to comply with the US President's executive…
DRDO test fires guided bomb from Sukhoi combat jet
25, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully test-fired an indigenously-developed 500 kg class guided bomb from a Sukhoi combat jet at Pokhran in…
IAF’s AN-32 fleet allowed to use bio-jet fuel
25, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Indian Air Force formidable workhorse, the Russian made AN-32 aircraft was today formally fleet certified to fly on blended aviation fuel containing up to…
Remya: Kerala’s only Dalit woman MP
25, May 2019
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Live Mint
CONTEXT: Remya Haridas has created history by becoming the only woman to have elected to parliament from Kerala. She is also the second ever Dalit…
Chamling lost after 25 years
25, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Longest serving CM of any state Pawan Kumar Chamling-led Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) lost after 25 years to Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) in the…
32-team format in 2022 World Cup
24, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: FIFA shrugged off any possibility of expansion from 32 to 48 teams at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. On January 10, 2017, FIFA…
Kenya’s Olympic coach banned for 10 years
24, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The coach of Kenya’s Olympic track team in 2016, Michael Rotich, has been banned for 10 years for corruption. He asked for $12,000 to…
Indra Nooyi received doctorate from Yale
24, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi was presented with the Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters by Yale University. She was presented the doctorate…
Shyam Saran to be conferred with Award
24, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Former foreign secretary Shyam Saran will be conferred with Japan's second highest national award. He will be awarded for his contributions to strengthen the…
Karnataka Bank launched savings bank product
24, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Karnataka Bank launched a new savings bank product called 'KBL SB Salary' for salaried class with three variants of Executive, Prime, and Classic. All…
SpaceX launches first satellites for Musk’s Starlink internet service
24, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: High-tech entrepreneur Elon Musk's SpaceX Company launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida on Thursday on a mission to carry the first batch of…
Brahmos missile successfully fired
24, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: IAF successfully fired the BrahMos air version missile from its frontline Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. The launch from the aircraft was smooth and the…
Moons’ formation brought water
24, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: A cosmic body that hit the Earth and led to the formation of the Moon about 4.4 billion years ago may have also delivered…
China delivered fighter jet to Pakistan
24, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: China has delivered the first overhauled multi-role JF-17 fighter jet to Islamabad. This is a part of a project undertaken by the two countries…
Naval drills in Western Pacific held
24, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: S. Navy ships conducted joint drills with warships from allies Japan, Australia and South Korea in their first combined exercise in the Western Pacific.…
MoU for joint collaoration on cancer research
24, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: An MoU for supporting joint collaborative research programmes in the area of Cancer was signed on 22 May 2019. It was signed between the…
Union cabinet to meet today; recommend dissolution of 16th Lok Sabha
24, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet will meet this evening to recommend the dissolution of the 16th Lok Sabha. The meet is being held a day after…
Four new SC judges sworn in
24, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Four new judges of the Supreme Court were today administered the oath of office by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi. Justices BR Gavai,…
Fl Lt. Bhawana: 1st woman to fly fighter jets
24, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Bhawana Kanth became the first woman pilot of the Indian Air Force (IAF) to qualify to undertake combat missions on a fighter jet. She…
India stopped importing oil from Iran after US waivers expired: Envoy
24, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: India has stopped importing oil from Iran after American waivers granted to eight buyers expired early this month. This was stated by Indian Ambassador…
Traffic Jam-like situation at Mt. Everest
24, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Mt Everest witnessed a traffic-jam like situation as over 200 mountaineers attempted to reach the summit point. Climbers from many countries reached above the…
Affiliation signed between AR and ICG
24, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : The Director Generals of Assam Rifles and Indian Coast Guard (ICG) signed an Affiliation Charter between 3rd (Naga Hills) Battalion of Assam Rifles…
India ranked 117 in KidsRight Index
24, May 2019
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HINDUSTAN TIMES
CONTEXT : India stands in a lowly 117th position out of 181 countries in the KidsRight Index. It is an annual global index which ranks…
1st Kashmiri woman to summit Everest
24, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Nahida Manzoor created history by becoming the first Kashmiri woman to successfully summit the World’s highest peak, Mount Everest. Nahida Manzoor went with her…
PM NARENDRA MODI RECEIVES SEOUL PEACE PRIZE FOR 2018
23, May 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honoured with the Seoul Peace Prize. The South Korean government has awarded the Seoul Peace Prize for PM…
Coral bleaching observed near Mandapam, Keezhakkarai, Palk Bay
23, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The National Centre for Coastal Research, an institute under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, in India, has a field research station in the Gulf…
World Biodiversity Day is observed on 22 May
23, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: The International Day for Biological Diversity (or World Biodiversity Day) is a United Nations-sanctioned international day to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.…
2 new Badminton formats launched
23, May 2019
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Sports
Recently, Badminton World Federation (BWF) launched two new formats of Badminton named as Air Badminton & Triples. BWF launched Air Badminton at Guangzhou with new…
Anirudh and Niki won ITF Tennis title
23, May 2019
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Sports
Anirudh Chandrasekar and Niki Poonacha won the 2019 International Tennis Federation (ITF) men’s Futures tennis tournament title in Kampala, Uganda. The pair defeated Simon Carr…
Govt. invites nomination for Vayoshreshtha Samman for Senior Citizens 2019
23, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: The Department of Social Justice And Empowerment had invited nominations for the Vayoshreshtha Samman awards 2019. Nominations for Vayoshreshtha Samman- National Awards for Senior…
Jokha Al Harthi won Booker International Prize
23, May 2019
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BBC
Oman Author Jokha Al Harthi won the prestigious Man Booker International Prize for 'Celestial Bodies'. It is the story of three sisters of a desert…
IAF successfully fires BrahMos air version missile from frontline Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft
23, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Indian Air Force today successfully fired the BrahMos air version missile from its frontline Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. The launch from the aircraft was smooth…
Bengaluru doctor got Global Asian award
23, May 2019
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Awards
Bengaluru-based medical doctor Hema Divakar was honoured with the 'Global Asian of the Year 2018-19' award in Dubai recently. She was awarded for her yeomen…
South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected as president
23, May 2019
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Air News
South African lawmakers have re-elected Cyril Ramaphosa as the president of the country. Members of Parliament from the African National Congress have chosen the head…
Sri Lanka extends emergency regulations by another month
23, May 2019
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Air News
Sri Lanka has extended by another month the emergency regulations, which were enforced after the Easter Sunday terror attacks. President Maithripala Sirisena issued an extraordinary…
Bangladesh stopped Visas for Pakistanis
23, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Bangladesh High Commission in Islamabad has stopped issuing visas to Pakistani nationals for one week. This is a mark of protest as a…
Saray: 1st black woman to climb Mt. Everest
23, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Saray Khumalo became the first black African women to conquer Mt. Everest in her fourth attempt. She climbed the 8,848 meter mountain after three…
Joko Widodo elected President of Indonesia
23, May 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Indonesia’s Joko Widodo has been re-elected as President of the country. He beat his rival Prabowo Subianto, a retired general. Widodo and his vice-presidential…
Send names to fly on Mars
23, May 2019
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NASA.ORG
CONTEXT: The US space agency has invited public to submit their names to fly abroad the next rover to Red Planet in 2020. Souvenir boarding…
IMCOR 2019 began in Port Blair at Andaman and Nicobar Command
23, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: The 2019 Indo-Myanmar coordinated patrol (IMCOR) is taking place from 20 May to 28 May 2019 in Port Blair at Andaman and Nicobar Command.…
Rajasthan govt to revamp Ujala clinics
23, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Rajasthan Government set to revamp ‘Ujala Clinics’ for adolescents. It will appoint peer educators for counseling the youngsters in order to ensure coordination with…
NPPA reduced prices of 9 cancer medicines
23, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has reduced the prices of 9 non-scheduled cancer drugs by up to 87%. This decision is in continuation…
Keval scaled highest mountains in 6 days
23, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT : A 28-year-old Indian climber has scaled two mountains above 8,000 metres, including the Mt. Everest, in just six days. Keval Hiren Kakka touched…
SMRITI IRANI LAUNCHES INDIA SIZE PROJECT IN MUMBAI
22, May 2019
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News Analysis
Context: Union Minister of Textiles launched the India Size project in Mumbai. A first-of-its-kind project in the history of the country, India Size aims to…
Ashish to lead gymnastics team
22, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: A three-member team led by Ashish Kumar will represent India at the second World Challenge Cup Series gymnastics tournament in Osijek, Croatia. It will…
No protection to species that live underground, says expert
22, May 2019
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Environment
CONTEXT: Bathynellaceans are minute crustaceans (crab family) and they live in the porous spaces of sediments along the waterways. Not more than 0.5-mm long, they…
ISRO launches earth observation satellite RISAT-2B
22, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Indian Space Research Organisation has successfully launched its earth observation satellite RISAT-2B from Sriharikota. ISRO's trusted workhorse PSLV-C46 carrying RISAT-2B blasted off from the…
Evidence of water found on Ultima Thule
22, May 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: NASA has found evidence for a unique mixture of methanol, water ice, and organic molecules on Ultima Thule’s surface-the farthest world ever explored by…
Anti-Terrorism Day in India: 21 May
22, May 2019
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Days and Events
CONTEXT : Every year May 21 is observed as Anti-Terrorism day in India. The day is observed in the memory of former Indian PM Mr.…
Tripura Gramin Bank under top 3 rural banks
22, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : Tripura Gramin Bank received India’s top three Rural Banks (RRBs) in terms of profit, business, and growth. Currently, India has 46 Regional Rural…
Bank credit to infra sector grew 18.5%
22, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : Bank credit to infrastructure sector grew by 18.5% to ₹55 lakh crore as of 2018-19, the highest since 2012-13 fiscal, as per the…
UK’s May tweaks Brexit deal in last-ditch bid to win support
22, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT : The British government is discussing how to tweak its proposed European Union divorce terms in a last-ditch attempt to get Parliament's backing for…
Oman author Jokha Alharthi wins Booker International Prize
22, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT : An author from Oman has won the prestigious Man Booker International Prize for "Celestial Bodies", the story of three sisters of a desert…
Sri Lanka marked 10 years to the civil war
22, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Sri Lanka marked 10 years since the end of a decades-long civil war that left more than 100,000 people dead. The United Nations has…
8th Indo-Myanmar coordinated patrol
22, May 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT : Myanmar Navy Ship UMS King TabinShweHtee (773) and UMS Inlay (OPV-54) arrived Port Blair on 20 May 2019. The 8th Indo-Myanmar coordinated patrol…
Brief on SIMBEX-2019
22, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: IN ships Kolkata and Shakti are continuing their stay at Singapore to participate in the annual Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise SIMBEX-2019. It is…
US approved sales of missiles to Japan & South Korea.
22, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: The U.S. State Department has cleared $314 million in possible sales of air defense missiles to South Korea. South Korea, a key Asian ally…
Indian peacekeeper to be honoured posthumously by UN
22, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : An Indian peacekeeper is among the 119 military, police and civilian personnel who will be honoured with a prestigious UN medal this year…
PCT Humanity entered Guinness World Records
22, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : PCT Humanity, a charity run by an Indian, in the UAE has entered the Guinness Book of World Records. It got recognised for…
Sushma Swaraj to attend SCO Foreign Ministers meet in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan today
22, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will attend the meeting of Council of Foreign Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. She…
SC stays Delhi HC order disallowing black money law to operate retrospectively
22, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The Supreme Court today stayed the Delhi High Court order which had held that the 2016 black money law cannot be allowed to…
SC dismisses PIL on 100% matching of VVPAT slips with EVMs
22, May 2019
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Air News
air The Supreme Court today dismissed a PIL filed by a Chennai-based group of technocrats seeking 100 per cent matching of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit…
Noida to become Zero Discharge City
22, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : Noida is all set to outdo Nagpur by recycling 100 percent of the sewage water generated in the city. Nagpur, till now, is…
Rafael Nadal clinches Italian Open 2019 title
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : In Tennis, defending champion Rafael Nadal of Spain has clinched the Italian Open 2019 title after beating Novak Djokovic 6-0, 4-6, 6-1 in…
2nd India Open Boxing Tourn. Began
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The Second India Open International Boxing Tournament began at Sarusajai stadium in Guwahati on 20 May 2019. 16 countries will participate in the…
PV Sindhu to spearhead Indian challenge
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : In Badminton, Sudirman Cup tournament began at the Guangxi Sports Center Gymnasium in Nanning, China on 19 May 2019. Top shuttlers PV Sindhu…
Sneha Sharma shines in F4 SEA Champ.
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : India’s top woman racer Sneha Sharma jumped into the lead in the ladies’ category after Round 3 of the Formula 4 South East…
ISRO to conduct seven mega missions in next 10 years
21, May 2019
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Indian Express
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) recently announced for its upcoming mission over next 10 years. Apart from much awaited and ambitious Chadrayaan-2 some other mega…
NASA’s new robot got 1st hardware check
21, May 2019
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NASA.ORG
CONTEXT : Astrobee, a free-flying robot system has had its first hardware checks on the International Space Station. The system is actually a trio of…
World Metrology Day: 20 May
21, May 2019
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Days and Events
CONTEXT : World Metrology Day is observed every year on 20 May. It commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the Metre Convention in 1875.…
Kerala 1st state to list Masala bond
21, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : Kerala became the first state to tap into masala bond market by listing the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB)’s masala bond in…
Far-right Austrian Ministers ready to quit
21, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : Austrian far-right Ministers were ready to quit their posts, after the country’s coalition government collapsed over a corruption scandal days before European elections.…
Pakistan appoints Mueenul Haq as High Commissioner to India
21, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : Pakistan has appointed career diplomat Mueenul Haq as the High Commissioner to India. Prime Minister Imran Khan yesterday approved appointments of over two…
Joko Widodo elected President of Indonesia for second term
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : Indonesia's Joko Widodo has been re-elected as president of the country, beating rival Prabowo Subianto, a retired general. Widodo and his vice-presidential running…
Sushma to visit Kyrgyzstan
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will visit Kyrgyzstan on 21 May 2019. She will represent India at the 2-day meeting of the Council…
Sushma to visit Kyrgyzstan
21, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will visit Kyrgyzstan on 21 May 2019. She will represent India at the 2-day meeting of the Council…
US Navy destroyer sailed in South China
21, May 2019
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Aljazeera
CONTEXT : Two U.S. guided missile destroyers sailed near disputed islands claimed by China in the South China Sea on 19 May 2019. The USS…
Trump warns Iran of its ‘official end’
21, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : S. President Donald Trump on Sunday warned he would destroy Iran if it threatens the U.S. “If Iran wants to fight, that will…
US places Chinese, Pakistani companies on entity list
21, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : The United States of America on May 13, 2019 placed 12 foreign companies, including several entities from China and Pakistan in its entity…
AI system in MCA 21 to be introduced
21, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT : The government plans to introduce artificial intelligence system in the MCA 21 portal. This would make the compliance process easier as well as…
Eastern Army Commander visited MISA Camp
21, May 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT : Lieutenant General MM Naravane, Army Commander Eastern Command visited Misa Camp. He was briefed in detail on the Op-preparedness of the formation. He…
J&K youth selected for AYIMUN Conference
21, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : Bandipora youth Mudasir Nazir Wani has been selected for the Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) conference. He was selected from more…
Female referee team to officiate AFC Cup game
20, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT : The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced that for the first time an all-female referee team will take charge of a men’s continental club…
SRFI-HCL tie-up for improving Indian squash
20, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT : The Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) signed an MoU with HCL on 15 May 2019. The aim of the MoU is to…
RISAT-2B to be launched on May 22 from Sriharikota
20, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : RISAT-2B, the satellite due to be launched before dawn on May 22 from Sriharikota, will mark the resumption of a vital ring of…
‘Most bird-like’ dinosaur ever found
20, May 2019
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Phys.Org
CONTEXT : Scientists in Germany have found a new species of flying dinosaur that flapped its wings like a raven. Archaeopteryx, a small feathered dinosaur,…
DAYS AND EVENTS
20, May 2019
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Days and Events
World Hypertension Day (WHD) is observed every year on 17 May. World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is observed on 17 May. The Second International…
SIDBI’s pilot scheme for fintech NBFCs
20, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) launched a pilot scheme to extend financial assistance of up to ₹10 crore to fintech Non-Banking…
Insurance for vector borne diseases launched
20, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company announced the launch of 'Mosquito Disease Protection Policy'. This new policy will cover an individual against common mosquito-borne…
Saudi Arabia says it seeks to avert war, ball in Iran’s court
20, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : Saudi Arabia has wants to avert war in the region but stands ready to respond with 'all strength', telling Iran that the ball…
British PM promises new deal to save her Brexit agreement
20, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : British Prime Minister Theresa May today promised a new and improved deal to save her controversial Brexit agreement through Parliament when it comes…
UAE to celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity on May 21
20, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : On 21st May, the UAE will celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development to highlight its efforts in promoting tolerance…
India-Singapore Naval drill begins in South China Sea
20, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The Navies of India and Singapore are participating in the annual maritime bilateral exercise SIMBEX in the South China Sea. Yesterday the sea…
Jeffrey confirmed as US’ next Deputy AG
20, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : Jeffrey Rosen was confirmed as the United States' latest Deputy Attorney General by the US Senate. He has previously served at the Department…
11th India Iran JCCM held
20, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The 11th Joint Consular Committee Meeting between India and Iran took place in New Delhi on 14 May 2019. The status of ongoing…
India-Botswana Office Consultations held
20, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The third round of Foreign Office Consultations between India and Botswana was held in New Delhi on 15 May 2019. The entire gamut…
Union Ministry of Envt to undertake a project
19, May 2019
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Environment
Context: Union Ministry of Environment announced a project to create DNA Database for Indian Rhinos. This is done in order to curb poaching and collect…
Dr. P.K. Mishra conferred with Sasakawa Award
19, May 2019
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Awards
CONTEXT: United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) conferred Sasakawa Award 2019 for Disaster Risk Reduction to Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra. He is the…
ICC Commentary Panel for World Cup 2019
19, May 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT : Former Indian cricketers Sourav Ganguly and Sanjay Manjrekar are inducted into the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) commentary panel for World Cup 2019. World…
International Museum Day : 18 May
19, May 2019
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Days and Events
CONTEXT : International Museum Day (IMD) is celebrated on 18th May every year. It is coordinated by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). The objective…
Hornbills among top seed dispersers, most threatened
19, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : The study carried out in Pakke Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh noted that hornbills, one among the large-sized frugivores, are the top seed…
In a first, presence of tiger recorded at Goa national park
19, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : For the first time, presence of a tiger has been reported in Goa’s Bhagwan Mahaveer National Park. The movement of the tiger was…
India’s Forex reserves up by $1.3 billion
19, May 2019
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Live Mint
CONTEXT : India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $1.368 billion. According to the RBI's weekly statistical supplement, the overall forex reserves rose to $420.055 billion…
IBM Garage to create AI-based solutions
19, May 2019
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Live Mint
CONTEXT : IBM India announced that it has tied-up with HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company to co- create new Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based solutions. Teams from…
NPPA slashes prices of 9 non-scheduled cancer drugs by up to 87%
19, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has slashed the prices of 9 non-scheduled cancer drugs by up to 87 per cent. The decision is…
U.S. lifts metal tariffs on Canada, Mexico
19, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : President Donald Trump on Friday announced a deal to lift U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada and Mexico that had…
Russia to pay 2.7 million euros in Greenpeace ship settlement
19, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : The Netherlands and Russia have settled a long-running dispute over the seizure of Greenpeace's Arctic Sunrise ship during an oil drilling protest in…
Iran foreign minister discounts prospect of war with US
19, May 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT : Iran's foreign minister Jawad Zarif discounted the prospect of a new war in the region. state-run news agency IRNA at the end of…
Brazilian Bishop resigned
19, May 2019
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Gulf News
CONTEXT : Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of a Brazilian bishop who is under investigation by local authorities. The Vatican announced the resignation of…
Kerala to go paperless
19, May 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : The1 Kerala State Assembly is undertaking E- Vidhan, an initiative to digitize all records. The first phase of the project is expected to…
Ordinance on Maratha quota approved
19, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : Maharashtra Cabinet approved to circulate an ordinance to amend the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) Reservation Act, 2018. It also approved to…
26 Maharashtra dams hit zero water storage level as on May 18
19, May 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT : 26 reservoirs in Maharashtra have reached “zero storage” as on May 18, according to statistics put out by the Water Conservation department of…
Indian Navy conducted missile tests
19, May 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT : The Indian Navy conducted significant missile tests boosting its anti-air warfare capabilities. The first cooperative engagement firing of the Medium Range Surface to…
Centre issued drought advisory
19, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : The Centre has issued a drought advisory to Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu, asking them to use water judiciously.…
CBIC introduced weightage system
18, May 2019
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Air News
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) introduced a weighting system for appointments under compassionate grounds. It will be based on nine criteria like…
Nilekani-led panel on digital payments submits report to RBI
18, May 2019
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Air News
A Reserve Bank of India-appointed committee headed by Aadhaar architect Nandan Nilekani has submitted its suggestions on promoting digital payments to Governor Shaktikanta Das. BACKGROUND:…
BoI reported Rs.252 crore profit
18, May 2019
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The Hindu
Bank of India reported a net profit of 252 crore for the quarter ended March 31, compared with a loss of ₹3,969 crore in 2018.…
Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected President
18, May 2019
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BBC
African National Congress (ANC) won South African elections with 57.51% votes and Cyril Ramaphosa elected as South African President. Last year in February 2018, Cyril…
Trump delays decision on auto tariffs for up to 6 months
18, May 2019
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The Hindu
US President Donald Trump will delay by six months a decision on imposing steep tariffs on imported autos. The decision marks an attempt by Washington…
US approves missile sales to South Korea, Japan
18, May 2019
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Air News
United States has approved more than 600 million dollar in sales of air defense missiles to South Korea and Japan as tensions return with North…
Ongoing trade war with US could slash 1 % of China’s GDP
18, May 2019
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Air News
A high ranking Chinese official has said that the ongoing trade war with the US could slash China's GDP by one per cent. Wang Yang,…
Iran urges for concrete action to safeguard nuclear deal
18, May 2019
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Air News
Iran has urged countries including China and Russia to take concrete action to safeguard the 2015 nuclear deal after the US withdrew from the agreement.…
The Saudi government has approved a scheme
18, May 2019
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Gulf News
Saudi Arabia approved permanent residency gives permanent residency to certain expatriates. It will allow them to own real estate in the kingdom and reside with…
International aid for education to India down by 26%
18, May 2019
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Live Mint
International aid to India for education has fallen by more than 26%, compared with a global downturn of 2%, data from United Nations showed. India…
Taiwan legalizes same-sex marriage in landmark first for Asia
18, May 2019
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Air News
In a landmark first for Asia, Taiwan's Parliament today passed a bill legalising same-sex marriage. The bill would allow same-sex couples to form 'exclusive permanent…
Varanasi has only one air quality monitoring station
18, May 2019
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The Hindu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s constituency Varanasi, which goes to polls, continues to have only one air quality monitoring station, despite being ranked as among the…
India extends full support for economic development, sustainable peace in Afghanistan
18, May 2019
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Air News
India has expressed its full support for sustainable peace, economic development and stability in Afghanistan. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj gave this assurance to Afghan…
Navy successfully conducts firing trial of medium range surface to air missile
18, May 2019
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Air News
The Indian Navy achieved a significant milestone in enhancing its Anti Air Warfare Capability with the maiden cooperative engagement firing of the Medium Range Surface…
Kami Rita scaled Mount Everest for 23rd time
18, May 2019
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News Analysis
A Nepalese Sherpa climber Kami Rita has scaled Mount Everest for 23rd time. He broke his own record for the most successful ascents of the…
India gives 2 Mi-24 helicopters to Afghanistan
18, May 2019
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National
India handed over a pair of Mi-24 helicopters to Afghanistan. They are given with the aim to strengthen the Afghan air force as it battles…
Virat Kohli bagged cricketer of the year
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
India captain Virat Kohli bagged the International Cricketer and Batsman of the Year award during the CEAT Cricket Rating (CCR) International awards 2019. Pacer Jasprit…
India had highest child mortality rate
17, May 2019
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Indian Express
India had more deaths among children under five than any other country in 2015, a Lancet study has found. The researchers at the Johns Hopkins…
Tree ring data helps track rainfall levels
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
Rainfall from the Asian summer monsoon, which influences water availability, ecosystems and agriculture in India, has been decreasing over the past 80 years, according to…
India develops new groundnut line with desirable oil quality
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
Groundnuts grown in India have about 55% oleic acid, about 25% linoleic acid and around 10% palmitic acid, whereas in the U.S., several groundnut varieties…
A lens that can turn smartphone into a microscope
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
Low-cost technology developed by IIT Bombay can be used to detect imprints on currency notes, blood cells Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)…
Chinese probe reveals secrets of the moon
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
The natural satellite is believed to have gone through a phase when it was composed of molten rock Scientists have said they could be a…
Pakistan’s currency reaches all-time low against US dollar
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
Pakistan's currency hit an all-time low against the US dollar after it dropped to Rs 148 per dollar in the inter-bank market. The devaluation followed…
Technology ban escalates U.S.-China tension.
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
China warned the U.S. on Thursday against further harming trade ties after President Donald Trump effectively barred Chinese telecom giant Huawei from the U.S. market,…
Theresa May to confirm resignation date in June
17, May 2019
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News Analysis
British Prime Minister Theresa May agreed to set a firm date for her resignation as Conservative Party leader to make way for a new leader…
U.S. President Donald Trump announces new points-based green card system
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
Education, language skills to be rewarded in new proposal S. President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a proposal that will include significant changes to the…
Aarohi: 1st woman to fly solo across Atlantic
17, May 2019
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International
Aarohi Pandit has become the world’s first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in a Light Sport Aircraft (LSA). She completed the…
Waste dumping proposal defeated
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
A proposal by India to prevent developed countries from dumping their electronic and plastic waste onto developing countries, was defeated at the recently concluded meeting…
COMCASA agreement will enable info exchange to fight terror
17, May 2019
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The Hindu
India and the U.S. are cooperating to prevent all forms of terrorism both from land and sea, U.S. Chief of naval operations . The Admiral,…
11th Joint Consular Committee meet between India, Iran held in Delhi
17, May 2019
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Air News
The 11th Joint Consular Committee meeting between India and Iran took place on 14th of this month in New Delhi. Both sides discussed the early…
MoU signed for Rudraksh Plantation
17, May 2019
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PIB
A MoU was signed between National Mission for Clean Ganga, HCL Foundation and INTACH for taking up a project of ‘Plantation of Rudraksh Trees in…
Jaisalmer to host Int. Army Games
16, May 2019
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Sports
International Army Scout Masters Competition as a part of International Army Games will be organised at Jaisalmer from 24 July-17 August 2019. The event will…
The moon is shrinking
16, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Moon is steadily shrinking, causing wrinkling on its surface and quakes, according to an analysis of imagery captured by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).…
1st women astronaut to go on Moon
16, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Mission Artemis will likely carry the first woman astronaut to the Moon. The mission has been named after the Greek Moon goddess who was also…
Fully recyclable plastic created
16, May 2019
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Air News
The scientists have created a next-generation plastic that can be fully recycled into new materials of any colour, shape, or form, without loss of performance…
NABARD announced rs 700 cr capital fund
16, May 2019
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The Hindu
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development announced a Rs 700-crore venture capital fund for equity investments in agriculture and rural-focused startups. NABARD has…
Xi Jinping rejects ‘clash of civilisations’ theory
16, May 2019
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The Hindu
China’s President Xi Jinping debunked the “clash of civilisations” theory, and appealed for harmonious dialogue and coexistence between civilisations. Without naming the U.S., President Xi,…
China blocks all language editions of Wikipedia
16, May 2019
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Air News
China has broadened its block of online encyclopedia Wikipedia to include all language editions. According to a report by the Open Observatory of Network Interference…
U.S. orders staff to leave Iraq Embassy
16, May 2019
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The Hindu
The department ordered “non-emergency U.S. government employees”, at both the Embassy in Baghdad and the Consulate in Irbil, to leave the country. The order applies…
Trump declares national emergency over IT threats
16, May 2019
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BBC
US President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency to protect American computer networks from foreign adversaries. Trump signed an executive order which effectively bars…
IN’s SSB inaugurated at Kolkata
16, May 2019
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PIB
Admiral Sunil Lanba, the Chief of Naval Staff inaugurated Indian Navy’s first full-fledged Service Selection Board (SSB)at Diamond Harbour, near Kolkata on 14 May 2019.…
India Pavilion at Cannes Film Festival 2019 inaugurated
16, May 2019
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Air News
The India Pavilion at Cannes Film Festival 2019 was inaugurated by Information and Broadcasting Secretary Amit Khare today. A special IFFI poster marking its Golden…
Novak won Madrid Open Title
14, May 2019
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Air News
Novak Djokovic of Serbia beat Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece 6-3, 6-4 to win his third Madrid Open title on 12 May 2019. Djokovic lifted the…
Jehan won FIA Formula 3 Championship
14, May 2019
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Air News
Indian racer Jehan Daruvala, won the inaugural round of the FIA Formula 3 Championship, one of the support events to Formula One in Barcelona on…
DNA database coming up for Indian rhino
14, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Union Environment Ministry has embarked on a project to create DNA profiles of all rhinos in the country. By 2021, the project’s deadline, the…
International Nurses Day: 12 May
14, May 2019
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Days and Events
International Nurses Day (IND) is an international day observed around the world on 12 May each year. It marks the contributions that nurses make to…
Asian economies to dominate 7%
14, May 2019
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Economy
The 2020s are set to be the Asian decade, with the continent dominating an exclusive list of economies expected to sustain growth rates of around…
US President to meet his Chinese counterpart amid escalating trade war
14, May 2019
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Air News
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit at Osaka in Japan next month amid latest escalation in trade…
China hits back, imposes tariff hike on U.S. goods worth $60 bn
14, May 2019
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News Analysis
S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping participate in a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China. Trump…
1st women’s cricket magazine launched
14, May 2019
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Business Standard
World’s first exclusive women’s cricket magazine CRICZONE has released. It has Indian women’s cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana featured as the cover story. The publisher…
Indonesian Coast Guard ship arrives in Port Blair today
14, May 2019
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Air News
Indonesian Coast Guard ship (BAKAMLA) ‘Tanjung Datu’ arrived in Port Blair today along with a high-level delegation led by First Admiral Eko Murwanto. BACKGROUND: The…
Centre extends ban on LTTE
14, May 2019
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Air News
The Home Ministry extended ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, LTTE in India for a further period of five years. Government of India…
Young Scientist Programme ‘Yuvika2019’ inaugurated today
14, May 2019
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Air News
The Young Scientist Programme ‘Yuvika2019’ was inaugurated by Indian Space Research Organisation, ISRO Chairman Dr K Sivan, through video mode in Bengaluru today. The two-week…
India, Iran to discuss impact of US ending waivers on import of Iranian oil
14, May 2019
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Air News
Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif will hold talks with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in New Delhi . The talks will primarily focus…
India, Iran to discuss impact of US ending waivers on import of Iranian oil
14, May 2019
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Air News
Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif will hold talks with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in New Delhi . The talks will primarily focus…
WTO meeting began in Delhi
14, May 2019
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Air News
The World Trade Organisation ministerial meeting of developing countries began in New Delhi on 13 May 2019. BACKGROUND: The logjam in the Appellate Body is…
Chennai to get its first unmanned substation
14, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) has identified a substation to be upgraded into an unmanned substation- the first of its kind in…
FIFA announces two new award categories
13, May 2019
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Awards
FIFA announced two new award categories to promote women's football across the globe. The two new award categories are off Women's goalkeeper of the year…
World Migratory Bird Day: 11 May
13, May 2019
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Days and Events
World Migratory Bird Day is observed every year on 11 May. The theme for this year's World Migratory Bird Day is ‘Protect Birds: Be the…
Muhammad-Bande appointed as President of UNGA
13, May 2019
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News Analysis
TIJJANI Muhammad-Bande, a professor and former vice chancellor of Usman DanfodiyoUniversity, Sokoto, has been appointed the President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). He…
KS Radhakrishnan appointed as member of CSAT
13, May 2019
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Appointments
K S Radhakrishnan, former Supreme Court Judge, has been appointed as a member of the Commonwealth Secretariat Arbitral Tribunal, London. He will render his services…
Assam produces an orchid link to the Orient
13, May 2019
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The Hindu
The parasitic bloom is a variant of a Japanese orchid Discovery has given India one of its smallest orchids in terms of size and duration…
Bengal tigers may not survive climate change
13, May 2019
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Economic Times
According to a report by the UN, Royal Bengal Tiger, which dominates the marshy areas of the Sundarban forest reserves, may be pushed into extinction…
WTO ministerial meeting of developing countries to begin today
13, May 2019
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Air News
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) ministerial meeting of developing countries will begin in New Delhi today. BACKGROUND: The two-day meeting is being held at a…
Grizzled giant squirrel spotted near Gingee
13, May 2019
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The Hindu
For the first time, researchers have sighted nests of the grizzled giant squirrel at Pakkamalai Reserve Forests near Gingee in the Eastern Ghats. The squirrel…
Road Safety Week: 6-12 May
13, May 2019
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UNO
UN Global Road Safety Week was observed from 6 to 12 May 2019. It is celebrated every two years and highlights the need for strong…
UN to hold 2020 Ocean Conference In Lisbon
13, May 2019
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Business Standard
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will hold its 2020 high-level conference early June in Portugal’s Lisbon to support the sustainable use of the oceans, seas…
2019 to be observed as ‘Year of next of kin’
13, May 2019
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Economic Times
The Indian Army is commemorating 2019 as the ‘Year of Next of Kin’. It plans to reach out to the next of kin of battle…
Global Health Security Strategy unveiled
13, May 2019
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Air News
The US unveiled the 'Global Health Security Strategy'. The strategy is a first of its kind strategy to prevent, detect and respond to threats from…
ISRO to launch RISAT-2B from Sriharikota on May 22
12, May 2019
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Air News
Indian Space Research Organization ISRO is scheduled to launch the nation’s latest radar imaging satellite RISAT-2B on 22nd of this month. BACKGROUND: A release from…
1st Apache helicopter handed over to the IAF
12, May 2019
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Air News
First AH-64E (I) - Apache Guardian helicopter was formally handed over to the Indian Air Force at Boeing production facility in Mesa, Arizona, USA on…
National Technology Day: 11 May
12, May 2019
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Days and Events
National Technology Day is observed every year on 11t May in India. It acts as a reminder of the anniversary of Shakti, the Pokhran nuclear…
A global deal for postponing pralaya
12, May 2019
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The Hindu
Temperature rise and climate change affect not just some countries but the entire globe, on which all species live- humans, animals, plants, fish, microbes. The…
‘Rain-loving’ snake discovered in Mizoram
12, May 2019
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The Hindu
Herpetologists took 12 years to document Smithophis atemporalis, a predominantly aquatic species It’s literally raining reptiles in the Northeast, and the latest to be discovered…
Extinct bird species came back from the dead
12, May 2019
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Economic Times
A previously extinct species of bird returned from the dead, reclaiming the island it previously lived on and re-evolving itself back into existence. The white-throated…
180 nations agree on a new UN accord to curb export of plastic waste
12, May 2019
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The Hindu
Around 180 governments on Friday agreed on a new UN accord to regulate the export of plastic waste, some eight million tonnes of which ends…
20th Conference of RHCA concludes
12, May 2019
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PIB
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) had organised a Conference of the Regional Heads of Customs Administration of Asia Pacific Region of…
Ireland declares climate emergency
12, May 2019
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BBC
Ireland has become only the second country in the world to declare a climate and biodiversity emergency. It happened after the Oireachtas (Irish parliament) report…
Ministerial Meeting of Developing Countries
12, May 2019
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PIB
A WTO Ministerial meeting of developing countries is being hosted by India in New Delhi on 13-14 May 2019. Sixteen developing countries, Six Least Developed…
Konkan Railways signs agreement with Nepal
12, May 2019
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Air News
Konkan Railways Corporation Ltd has signed a contract agreement with Nepal's Department of Railways to supply two 1600 HP DEMU train sets. These trains will…
India invited to G-7 outreach session
12, May 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: India has got an invitation from France to attend the outreach Session at the G-7 Summit to be held in France in August 2019.…
Esha and Akull won silver in the Shooting
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
India’s Esha Singh and Akull Kumar won silver in junior mixed air pistol event in the International Shooting Competition at Hannover, Germany. They secured 5.4…
Crowdfunding brings water to Myanmar’s deer
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
Lakes and ponds, a lifeline for the deer, wild boar, jackals and peacocks, all dried up this summer. A herd of endangered deer wait under…
Deep-sea fish see colour in the dark
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
Unique genetic evolution has helped them as they search for food and mates While people and other vertebrates are colour blind in dim light, some…
Genetic study conducted on Lakshadweep
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
For the very first-time scientists carried out a genetic study on people of Lakshadweep Islands. It was conducted by a team of researchers at CSIR's…
NASA to crash spacecraft into asteroid in 2022
11, May 2019
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Indian Express
In a first, NASA will launch a spacecraft that will collide with an asteroid in 2022 to demonstrate a planetary defense technique. The Double Asteroid…
Chandrayaan-2 will carry 14 Indian payloads
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
ISRO aims to land Vikram in unexplored lunar south pole. Chandrayaan-2, the lunar lander mission planned to be launched during July 9-16, will have 14…
Fiscal deficit touched 4.52% at end-February
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
Finance Ministry told that the country's fiscal deficit at ₹51 trillion at the end of February 2019 had touched 4.52% of the GDP. The government's…
Govt prohibits imports of electronics goods
11, May 2019
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Live Mint
The government of India has prohibited Import of second-hand or refurbished electronics and IT goods without registration with the Bureau of Indian Standards. Under the…
WTO ministerial meeting of developing countries to take place on May 13-14
11, May 2019
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Air News
The World Trade Organisation, WTO, ministerial meeting of developing countries will take place on 13-14 of this month in New Delhi. BACKGROUND: The meeting is…
India’s first mega science exhibition
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
India’s first ‘mega-science’ exhibition ‘Vigyan Samagam’ was inaugurated in Mumbai. It is organised by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), the Department of Science and…
Hyderabad’s International Airport Ranked 8th
11, May 2019
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The Hindu
With the eighth position, the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad has been ranked among the top ten best airports in the world. The survey…
Pt. Swapan Chowdhury conferred with D. Litt
10, May 2019
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Awards
Noted writer Sanjib Chattopadhyay, Classical dancer Sonal Mansingh and Tabla Maestro Pt. Swapan Chowdhury were conferred with D.Litt degrees by the Rabindra Bharati University (RBU)…
Greenfield IT park to come up in Guindy
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
Olympia Cyberspace, a unit of the Chennai-based Olympia Group, is coming up with a million square feet greenfield IT park jointly with US Private equity…
India CEO forum organised on climate change
10, May 2019
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PIB
India CEO Forum on Climate Change was organized by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)on 8 May 2019. The Forum consisted of high-level…
Global warming: survival plan
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
Solutions to the biggest threats facing our planet lie underground, according to experts who insist climate change, overpopulation and food shortages can all be tackled…
RBI withdraws mandate on IL&FS NPAs
10, May 2019
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Live Mint
Following the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal’s decision to allow banks to declare NPAs of Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services Limited and its group entities,…
CBIC to organise meeting of Regional Heads
10, May 2019
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PIB
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is organising a meeting of the Regional Heads of Customs Administration of Asia Pacific Region of the…
Singapore reports first case of rare monkeypox virus
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
Monkeypox, a virus similar to the human smallpox which was eradicated in 1980, does not spread easily from person to person, but can in rare…
India & Turkey to strengthen economic relation
10, May 2019
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Air News
India and Turkey vowed to strengthen economic relations with the aim of reaching 10 billion US dollars bilateral trade by 2020. Turkey's Deputy Foreign Minister…
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos says he’ll send a spaceship to the moon
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
Amazon going to send a spaceship to the moon, joining a resurgence of lunar interest half a century after people first set foot there. Blue…
Divorce by mutual consent: HC waives cooling-off period
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Delhi High Court has waived the cooling-off period for divorce by mutual consent of a woman, from her estranged husband, after she expressed her…
Navy joins exercises in South China Sea
10, May 2019
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The Hindu
Navy ships INS Kolkata and Shakti carried out Group Sail with the naval ships of Japan, the Philippines and the U.S. in the South China…
Sea phase of ‘Varuna’ exercise begins
10, May 2019
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Business Standard
The sea phase of the Indo-French naval exercise 'Varuna' began on 8 May 2019. This year's edition of the Indo-French naval exercise currently underway off…
SpaceX successfully launched cargo mission
09, May 2019
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Science and Tech
SpaceX successfully launched a Dragon spacecraft on a cargo mission for NASA to International Space Station (ISS). BACKGROUND: It carries 2,500 kilograms of research, supplies…
World Red Cross Day: 8 May
09, May 2019
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Days and Events
World Red Cross Day, also known as World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is observed every year on May 8. It is a gentle…
India’s newest pit viper found in Arunachal Pradesh
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
Team of herpetologists hoping to study its diet, breeding pattern and habitat India now has a fifth brown pit viper but with a reddish tinge.…
ECube ropes in Badrinarayanan
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
ECube, an ESG (environment, social and governance) platform announced the appointment of Chandru Badrinarayanan as managing partner. Early this year, Ecube had announced a fundraise…
How will U.S. sanctions on crude oil from Iran affect India?
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
India's crude oil imports are set to become expensive as U.S. ends waiver on crude import from Iran India will be hit by the Trump…
Piramal, Canadian fund set up renewable trust
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
Piramal Enterprises Ltd. and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) have entered into a MoU to co-sponsor a renewable energy-focused Infrastructure Investment Trust. The InvIT…
Trump imposes sanctions on Iran’s iron, steel, aluminium and copper sectors
09, May 2019
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Air News
US President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on Iran's iron, steel, aluminium and copper sectors. The move is aimed at stopping Tehran from acquiring a…
Road accidents still cause most deaths: WHO report
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
WHO says over 1.35 mn lives lost a year Road accidents are the leading cause of death among people in the 5-29 age-group worldwide with…
Iran says it will not honour nuclear curbs
09, May 2019
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News Analysis
Iran stopped respecting limits on its nuclear activities agreed under a 2015 deal with major powers until they find a way to bypass renewed U.S.…
India, US agree on preserving Afghan gains
09, May 2019
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Live Mint
India and the US have agreed that the gains made in Afghanistan in the past 18 years have must be preserved and consolidated. During Khalilzad’s…
Jus PR Ramachandran: New CJ HC
09, May 2019
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News Analysis
Justice PR Ramachandra Menon was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court. Governor Anandiben Patel administered him the oath of office and…
Trade-related talks underway in New Delhi between India and China
09, May 2019
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Air News
Trade-related talks are underway in New Delhi between senior officials of India and China. The Chinese side is being headed by Li Guo, Vice Minister…
100 US firms to join Dept of Commerce
09, May 2019
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The Hindu
The U.S. Commercial Service will bring more than 100 U.S. companies to India as part of the U.S. BACKGROUND: Department of Commerce’s largest annual trade…
Roger climbed 3rd in men’s rankings
08, May 2019
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News Analysis
Former world number one Roger Federer has returned to third in the ATP Men's rankings released on 6 May 2019. He replaced Alexander Zverev after…
Tiger Woods awarded Presidential medal
08, May 2019
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Air News
US President Donald Trump bestowed Tiger Woods with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honour. Woods is only the fourth and the…
Indian boxers won 6 medals
08, May 2019
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Sports
Indian boxers finished with six medals, including two gold at the 36th Feliks Stamm International Boxing Tournament in Warsaw, Poland. Gaurav Solanki and Manish Kaushik…
G D Robert honored with V K Menon Award
08, May 2019
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Awards
Indian-origin journalist G D ‘Robert’ Govender was conferred with V K Krishna Menon Award 2019 in the UK for his contribution as a pioneer of…
ISRO to launch RISAT-2BR1 on 22 May
08, May 2019
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Science and Tech
ISRO is set to launch its Radar Imaging Satellite, the RISAT-2BR1, on May 22, 2019 from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. The RISAT, a remote sensing…
India re-elected as observer to inter-governmental forum Arctic Council
08, May 2019
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News Analysis
India has been re-elected as an observer to inter-governmental forum Arctic Council. The Arctic Council promotes cooperation, coordination and interaction among Arctic states on common…
40% amphibian species threatened
08, May 2019
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The Hindu
Relentless pursuit of economic growth, twinned with the impact of climate change, has put one million species at risk of extinction, as per a report.…
Mali President named new government
08, May 2019
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News Analysis
In Mali, the president has named a new government after its predecessor resigned in April 2019. President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita announced the new executive of…
Iran likely to withdraw from parts of nuclear deal
08, May 2019
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News Analysis
Iran is likely to announce today that it is partially withdrawing from the nuclear deal it struck with world powers. The move comes a year…
Sri Lanka appeals international community to lift travel warnings
08, May 2019
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Air News
Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has appealed to the international community to lift travel warnings issued after the Easter Sunday attacks. In a meeting with…
US-China tensions threat to world economy: IMF chief
08, May 2019
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International
Expressing concern over fresh trade tensions between the United States and China, International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde has said that the tensions between the…
India and US held Bilateral Trade Meeting
08, May 2019
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PIB
India and the United States held the India-U.S. Bilateral Trade meeting in New Delhi on 6 May 2019. India appreciated the US Trade Winds Indo-Pacific…
Govt reduces NEET-PG cut-offs by 6 percentile for 2019-20
08, May 2019
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Air News
The government has decided to reduce the qualifying marks for NEET-PG for 2019-20 by six percentile. An official statement said, general category candidates with a…
Desert Storm 2019 set to start today
08, May 2019
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Air News
Desert Storm 2019, touted to be the longest Cross-Country Rally in India is set to kick off today. The four-day-long Rally will see over 100…
Sand, a global sustainability challenge: UN report
08, May 2019
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The Hindu
The riverbeds of Nagavali and Gostani, in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. The report notes that China and India head the list of critical hotspots for…
World renowned chardham yatra begins
08, May 2019
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National
In Uttrakhand, the world renowned and much awaited chardham yatra began from today. On the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritya, Gangotri and Yamunotri dhams have…
Asian Individual Squash Championship
07, May 2019
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Sports
Ace Indian squash players Saurav Ghoshal and Joshna Chinappa won their respective Asian Individual Squash Championship titles in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Saurav Ghoshal defeated Leo…
INS Ranjit decommissioned at Visakhapatnam
07, May 2019
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News Analysis
INS Ranjit, a Rajput class destroyer was decommissioned at a solemn grand ceremony at Naval Dockyard today at BACKGROUND: The Decommissioning Ceremony was graced by…
SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket
07, May 2019
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Science and Tech
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (Space X) launched its 17th commercial resupply mission to the International Space Station by using Falcon 9 rocket with Dragon Spacecraft.…
NGT directs environment ministry to furnish report on forest fires
07, May 2019
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The Hindu
Following a plea raising concerns over incidents of forest fires in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir, the National Green Tribunal has sought a…
N Korea fires several short-range projectiles
07, May 2019
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News Analysis
North Korea has fired several short range projectiles into the Sea of Japan. State media confirmed that North Korean leader gave the order of firing…
India, US agree to strengthen economic co-operation
07, May 2019
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The Hindu
India and the United States have agreed to strengthen economic co-operation and bilateral trade by ensuring greater collaboration amongst stakeholders, including government, businesses and entrepreneurs.…
State-owned NewSpace creates a flutter among space startups
07, May 2019
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The Hindu
In early March, the small set of NewSpace entities in the country sat up in disbelief to see a state-run company taking birth in that…
Anti-dumping duty put on saccharine
07, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Finance Ministry has, on the recommendations of the Commerce Ministry, imposed an anti-dumping duty of $1,633.17 per tonne on the import of saccharine from…
IIT Kanpur collaborates with CSC
07, May 2019
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The Hindu
Ministry of Electronics & IT, and CSC e- Governance Services India Limited partnered with the IIT Kanpur to upscale ‘Unnat Bharat Abhiyan’. BACKGROUND: 'Unnat Bharat…
Sand extraction near fish sanctuary halted tentatively
06, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Department of Mines and Geology has passed an order to tentatively halt sand extraction from the Tunga in the vicinity of the Chibbalagudde fish…
‘God of Chaos’ asteroid to pass near Earth
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
In 2029, a massive asteroid called 99942 Apophis will fly past earth at an approximate distance of 19,000 miles within the distance of some orbiting…
Indian Navy launches fourth Scorpene class submarine
06, May 2019
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Science and Tech
The fourth of Indian Navy’s stealth Scorpene class Submarines of Project 75 was launched today at the Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Limited…
International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD) is observed every year on May 4.
06, May 2019
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Days and Events
Coal Miners Day is observed every year on 4 May to highlight the conditions of coal miners as it is the toughest profession known. National…
Geological display boards set up at 2 places
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) North Eastern Region (NER) installed two geological display boards at two important sites -- Mawmluh cave and Therriaghat, Sobhar…
Committee constituted for clean air programme
06, May 2019
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Environment
The Union Environment Ministry has constituted a committee to implement the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). The committee will be chaired by the Secretary, Union…
Putin signs Russian sovereign internet law
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed into law new measures that would enable the creation of a national network, able to operate separately from the…
Netherlands got $12.8-b Indian FDI in 2017
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Netherlands has emerged as the third largest foreign direct investor in India during 2017-18. The Netherlands was also the second largest destination for foreign…
Sino-Indian border trade opens at Nathu La
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
The 14th edition of the annual Sino-Indian border trade opened at Nathu La in Sikkim on 1 May 2019. The bilateral border trade between the…
Brunei’s LGBT community lives in fear
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
The United Nations has called the new laws “draconian” while the US and several other countries had urged Brunei to halt its plans. Celebrities including…
Brunei says it won’t enforce death penalty for gay sex
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah said on Sunday that Brunei has had a “de facto moratorium” on capital punishment for over two decades and “this will also…
China stocks, yuan tumble on Trump’s fresh trade threats
06, May 2019
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The Hindu
The move marked a major escalation in trade tensions between the world's two largest economies and a shift in tone from Mr. Trump, who cited…
CEA included in finance panel’s council
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
Chief Economic Advisor Krishnamurthy Subramanian has been included in the Advisory Council of the 15th Finance Commission as its member. The Advisory Council was set…
1st Japanese monarch to abdicate in 200 years
06, May 2019
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International
Japan's Emperor Akihito formally abdicated on 30 April 2019 in Tokyo. He is the country's first monarch to step down from the Chrysanthemum Throne in…
BSNL launches ‘Bharat Fibre’ broadband service
06, May 2019
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News Analysis
BSNL has become the first operator to start optical fiber-based high-speed broadband service in Pulwama with the launch of 'Bharat Fibre'. This is the first…
Buddhist sculptures unearthed in Telangana
06, May 2019
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National
Archaeologists excavated a rare life-size stucco Buddhist sculpture in Phanigiri, Suryapet district in Telangana. The figurine represents one of the Bodhisattvas belonging to the Jathaka…
IIT Delhi 3D prints human skin
05, May 2019
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The Hindu
The model can reduce and even replace testing cosmetics on animals Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have successfully 3D bioprinted human…
Why is northeast India drying up rapidly?
05, May 2019
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The Hindu
Decreasing monsoon rainfall is associated with natural changes in the subtropical Pacific Ocean. BACKGROUND: Northeast India, one of the wettest places on the Earth has…
Robot from IIT Madras checks pipelines for leakage
05, May 2019
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The Hindu
Endobot is a low-cost solution to identify faults and stealthy connections BACKGROUND: At a time when water scarcity pervades many urban centres, it is important…
UK passes Environment Emergency declaration
05, May 2019
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BBC
UK Parliament became the first national government to pass a national declaration of an Environment and Climate Emergency. BACKGROUND: This move marks a serious emergency…
BHEL and ARAI together signed MoU
05, May 2019
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Business Standard
BHEL and Automotive Research Association of India signed an MoU. BACKGROUND: The term electro mobility refers to full and hybrid electric vehicles as well as…
All EVs to use green number plates
05, May 2019
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India Today
The Central government has made mandatory for all Electric Vehicles (EVs) to use the green number plates. BACKGROUND: All EVs should use green number plates…
Kiran Kumar gets France’s Highest Honour
05, May 2019
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Times Now
Former ISRO chairman A S Kiran Kumar was conferred with France’s highest civilian honour, Chevalier de l’Ordre national de la Legion d’Honneur. BACKGROUND: He was…
India extends tariff deadline on U.S. items
05, May 2019
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The Hindu
The government has again extended its deadline to impose retaliatory import duties on 29 U.S. products, including on almonds, walnuts and pulses, till May 16.…
NIOS signs MoU with Indian Medical Association
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
NIOS has signed a MoU with Indian Medical Association for imparting skill education in Paramedical Courses to the learners. The MoU is initially for period…
Wolters sworn in as military officer of NATO
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
US Air Force General Tod D. Wolters has been sworn in as the top military officer of the 29-nation NATO military alliance. The former pilot,…
India to purchase 10 Kamov-31 choppers
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Defence Ministry approved Indian Navy's proposal to acquire 10 Kamov-31 choppers from Russia at a cost of around Rs 3,600 crore. It will strengthen…
UN agency praises India on minimising loss of life from Cyclone Fani
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
UN agency for disaster reduction has commended the Indian Meteorological Department's almost pinpoint accuracy of early warnings that helped authorities conduct a well-targeted evacuation plan…
Last captive white tiger Bajirao dies at 18
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
Bajirao, the last captive white tiger at the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai suburb Borivali, died at the age of 18. The tiger had…
Japan’s MOMO-3 rocket reaches outer space
05, May 2019
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Phys.Org
A Japanese aerospace startup funded by a former internet maverick has successfully launched a small rocket into space. Interstellar Technology Inc. says the unmanned MOMO-3…
King Vajiralongkorn crowned Rama X of Thailand
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Rama X of Thailand, was crowned on 4th May. King Vajiralongkorn is the tenth monarch of the Chakri dynasty, which has reigned…
WB gives $545 mn for cyclone-hit SA
05, May 2019
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World Bank
The World Bank will extend more than half-a-billion dollars in grants for cyclone-ravaged southern African countries. A total of up to USD 545 million will…
North Korea fires several short-range projectiles into the Sea of Japan
05, May 2019
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News Analysis
North Korea has fired several short range projectiles into the Sea of Japan. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un oversaw the drill yesterday. State media confirmed…
Bajrang Punia Wins Gold In Wrestling
04, May 2019
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Indian Express
Bajrang Punia won the gold medal in the Ali Aliyev wrestling tournament held in Kaspiisk, Russia. In his final bout, he defeated Russian Viktor Rassadin…
World Press Freedom Day 2019
04, May 2019
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UNESCO.org
World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on May 3 to inform the international community that freedom of the press and freedom of expression are…
ISRO planning to send a probe to study sun early next year
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
Indian Space Research Organization is planning to send a probe to study the sun early next year. BACKGROUND: currently scientists are exploring possibilities to study…
Cocaine, ketamine found in shrimp captured in U.K.
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
Researchers found cocaine in all samples of shrimp tested in a rural area of eastern England, they revealed on May 1, with ketamine also widespread.…
Asia-Pacific to grow 5.7% this year: ADB
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
The Asia-Pacific region is expected to power ahead growing at 5.7% this year but escalating trade tensions are a source of worry. The consumer and…
Water Storage Level in Reservoirs Down by 1%
04, May 2019
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PIB
The water storage available in 91 major reservoirs of the country for the week ending on May 02, 2019 was 40.592 BCM. Total storage capacity…
Pakistan to freeze assets of Masood Azhar
04, May 2019
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The Hindu
Pakistan has issued an official order to freeze the assets of and impose a travel ban on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar. BACKGROUND: This move comes…
Afghanistan peace summit ends in Kabul
04, May 2019
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The Hindu
A huge peace meeting aimed at finding an exit from Afghanistan's war concluded in Kabul on May 3, 2019. BACKGROUND: A vital first step is…
London top choice for Indian investors
04, May 2019
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Economic Times
London emerged as the top choice for Indian investors ahead of other cities such as Dubai and Singapore. BACKGROUND: The investments by Indian companies in…
North Korea fires several unidentified short-range missile
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
A mock North Korea's Scud-B missile, center, and South Korean missiles are displayed at Korea War Memorial Museum in Seoul, South Korea. BACKGROUND: North Korea…
750th birth anniversary of Sri Vedanta Desikan
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu unveiled a postage stamp to commemorate the 750th birth anniversary of Sri Vedanta Desikan in New Delhi on May 2,…
Govt. and IIT-D to set up Centre of Excellence
04, May 2019
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PIB
GoI and IIT-Delhi will set up a Centre of Excellence for Waste to Wealth Technologies to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. BACKGROUND:…
India, France to hold anti-submarine drills off Djibouti
04, May 2019
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The Hindu
First part of joint exercise, named Varuna, already under way off Goa End of this month, India and France will hold anti-submarine warfare games off…
BHEL commissions 2 lift irrigation projects
04, May 2019
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News Analysis
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has successfully commissioned 2 motor pump set units for the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme in Telangana. Under the scheme, 89…
Only 10 of 100 sewage projects on Ganga have been completed
04, May 2019
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The Hindu
Of ₹28,000 cr. sanctioned, only ₹6,700 cr. spent till date The National Democratic Alliance government has only finished 10 of the 100 sewage infrastructure projects…
Central banks step up gold buying in 2019
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
Diversification and desire for safe, liquid assets were main drivers of purchases, says WGC. BACKGROUND: Central banks across the globe are building up gold reserves…
Robust plan in place to import oil: MEA
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
S. refuses to extend sanctions waiver to India on Iran oil import; OMCs stop placing orders from Iran. BACKGROUND: India has a “robust plan” to…
ISRO plans to land a rover on lunar south pole: Sivan
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
India’s second moon mission, Chandrayaan-2, will be historic for the scientific community as the country’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), attempts to…
SC remark on ‘foreigners’ detention in Assam defies constitutional obligations: rights body
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
A rights body, comprising a retired Supreme Court judge and a former Assam police chief, has said the apex court’s remark on the detention of…
Press freedom globally under intense, growing pressure: IPI
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
Governments across the world are increasingly clamping down on press freedom by enacting new laws, according to a global network of journalists. BACKGROUND Vienna-based International…
US lawmakers urge authorities not to terminate programme with India
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
A group of 25 influential American lawmakers has urged the US Trade Representative not to terminate the GSP programme with India after the expiry of…
Ready to deal with impact of end of waivers from US sanctions on import of Iranian oil: India
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
External Affairs Ministry has said that India is prepared to deal with the impact of the end of waivers from US sanctions on import of…
SEBI fined NSE over Rs 625 Crores
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
Markets regulator SEBI directed National Stock Exchange to pay more than Rs625 crore in the case of misuse of its co-location facility. SEBI has been…
India’s growth forecast lowered to 7.3%
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
India Ratings & Research (A Fitch Group Company) has lowered the country’s growth forecast for the current fiscal to 7.3%, from the earlier projection of…
Indian and French Navies conducted Varuna Ex
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
The first part of the Indo-French joint naval exercise, Varuna 19.1 is being conducted off the Goa coast from 1-10 May 19. It includes the…
Workshop on Space Warfare and Tech held
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
Directorate of Indian Defence University (IDU) is organizing a 2-day workshop on Space Warfare and Technology on 2-3 May,19 in New Delhi. It is being…
India’s manufacturing sector grew slow
03, May 2019
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News Analysis
The country's manufacturing sector performance eased to an eight-month low in April as new business growth moderated. The Nikkei India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index declined…
NEW RAILWAY ZONE FOR ANDHRA PRADESH
02, May 2019
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News Analysis
Context: The Union Minister for Railways has announced the creation of new railway zone for Andra Pradesh, Southern Coast Railway Zone to be headquartered in…
India ranked 4th in SIPRI
02, May 2019
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News Analysis
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute's (SIPRI) report said that India is the world’s 4th biggest military spender in 2018. The United States topped the list…
3000waste collected from Mt. Everest
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
A total of 3,000 kg of solid waste has been collected from Mt. Everest, since April 14, 2019, as a part of a campaign launched…
US to withdraw from U.N Arms Trade Treaty
02, May 2019
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BBC
US is withdrawing from the U.N. Arms Trade Treaty, in response to concerns from gun rights activists that it could impinge on Americans’ right to…
Bajrang :1st Indian to fight at Madison square
02, May 2019
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Times of India
Bajrang Punia is set to become the first wrestler from India to fight at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York. He is currently…
Second lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 to be launched in July
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
ISRO chairman K. Sivan addresses a press conference in Bengaluru. The moon landing is likely to be around September 6, 2019, nearly two months after…
Niramai, the Bengaluru-based health tech startup
02, May 2019
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Economic Times
Startup won gold prize at the Hack Osaka event, Japan, imprinting India’s technology at the global level. The startup is developing an AI-based solution for…
SC reserves verdict on changes to SC/ST law
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
The Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved for judgment a batch of petitions challenging the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act…
Alfred won Golden Environmental Prize
02, May 2019
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CNN
Alfred Brownell, an environmental lawyer, and activist was awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize. He was awarded for exposing alleged abuse by the palm oil company…
Panama Canal drought, linked to El Niño, highlights climate fears
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
A cargo ship transits the Panama Canal on its way to the Atlantic Ocean, while tree trunks that used to be submerged are exposed due…
Denisovans lived in Tibetan Plateau, fossil evidence
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
The mandible is so well preserved that it allows for a virtual reconstruction of the two sides of the mandible. Mirrored parts are in grey.…
UN designates JeM chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar was listed as a designated terrorist by the UN Security Council 1267 Committee on Wednesday. BACKGROUND: Significantly, the reasons for listing…
UN designates JeM chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist
02, May 2019
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The Hindu
Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar was listed as a designated terrorist by the UN Security Council 1267 Committee on Wednesday. BACKGROUND: Significantly, the reasons for listing…
Beirut set new Guinness World record
02, May 2019
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Business Standard
Lebanon’s capital Beirut has set a new Guinness World Record for the number of national flags raised in a city for 24 hours. The Beirut…
Ayushman Bharat Diwas: 30 April
02, May 2019
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Pioneer
As part of Gram Swaraj Abhiyan, Ayushman Bharat Diwas was celebrated across the country on April 30, 2019. During the event, information regarding Ayushman Bharat…
Government to take over NHB from RBI
02, May 2019
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Live Mint
The government will be taking over the National Housing Bank (NHB) after buying entire stake for Rs 1,450 crore from the Reserve Bank of India…
India’s ASAT test a response to growing space threats: France
01, May 2019
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The Hindu
Outer space becoming an arena of rivalry between nations. Defence and offensive space technologies are being developed with various aims of spying, gaining control, deactivating…
MAY DAY
01, May 2019
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News Analysis
As for May Day in India, the country witnessed the first celebration of Labour Day in 1923 in what was then Madras. BACKGROUND: May 1…
Cyber Exercise conducted in New Delhi
01, May 2019
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PIB
Directorate of Indian Defence University organised a 2-day Cyber Exercise on Scenario Building & Response on 29-30 April,19 at Purple Bay, New Delhi. The Exercise…
NZ Open Badminton Tournament began
01, May 2019
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News Analysis
The New Zealand Open Badminton tournament began in Auckland on 30 April 2019. Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal will be aiming to win her second…
Valtteri Bottas won Azerbaijan Grand Prix
01, May 2019
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BBC
Valtteri Viktor Bottas of Mercedes won Formula 1 State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2019. He defeated Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton…
RBI proposed strict rules
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
India’s Central Bank, the RBI would tighten rules on opening and operating current accounts of corporate borrowers. This would be done to prevent the diversion…
Jacques received Ikhamanga Award 2019
01, May 2019
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ICC
Jacques Kallis was honoured with the Order of Ikhamanga in the Silver Division. The national honour is bestowed by the President of South Africa on…
Petra won Maiden Grand Prix 2019
01, May 2019
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BBC
World number three tennis player Petra Kvitova (Czech Republic) beat Anett Kontaveit (Estonia) to win Stuttgart’s Porsche Grand Prix for her second title of the…
Indian para-athletes clinched medals
01, May 2019
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News Analysis
Indian para-athletes secured a silver and two bronze medals at the Asian Road para-cycling championships at Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Divij Shah clinched silver while Asian Para…
India to bid for 2024 World TTC
01, May 2019
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Economic Times
Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) has decided to bid for the 2024 edition of the biennial World Team Championships. The last time India hosted…
Eliud Kipchoge won London Marathon title
01, May 2019
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ESPN
Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge clinched his fourth London Marathon 2019 crown on 28th April 2019 at London, UK. Kipchoge strode clear of the field to win…
Dominic won Barcelona Open Title
01, May 2019
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BBC
Dominic Thiem clinched the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell 2019 title held at Barcelona, Spain which was held from April 22- 28, 2019. He secured 6-4,…
India raised import duty on wheat to 40%
01, May 2019
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Economic Times
India has raised its import duty on wheat to 40% from 30% to support local farmers. India is the world’s No. 2 producer of the…
India-Japan joined hands in manufacture sector
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
Japan partnered with India for polishing technicians in the manufacturing sector. Japan’s Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu inaugurated the Japan-India Institute for Manufacturing (JIM), at…
IRDAI formed 13 member panel
01, May 2019
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The Hindu
Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has set up a 13 member committee under IRDAI Executive Director Suresh Mathur. It will review the…
India to develop certification facility
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is developing India’s own certification facility for air pollution monitoring equipment. The move could boost the ‘Make in India’ initiative.…
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited
01, May 2019
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Economic Times
(GRSE) has been awarded a ₹6,311 crore contract to build 8 anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft for the Indian Navy. These crafts are designed for a…
4 Indian academic qualifications to be recognized
01, May 2019
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Business Standard
4 Indian academic qualifications will now be recognized by the French government with effect from May 1. These are Senior School Certificate (SSC), Bachelor’s and…
Aurobindo got environmental nod
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
The ₹250-crore expansion plan of Aurobindo Pharma's manufacturing facility in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh has been accorded environmental clearance. The project also involves installation…
Drug-resistant diseases to cause 10 mn deaths
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
Drug-resistant diseases could cause 10 million deaths each year by 2050, warned the United Nation Ad Hoc Interagency Coordinating Group (IACG). The report also highlighted…
IGNOU to launch course on GST
01, May 2019
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Live Mint
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will launch an awareness programme on Goods and Services Tax (GST) in collaboration with Bombay Stock Exchange Institute…
June month is celebrated as the LGBTQ Pride month
17, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
June month is celebrated as the Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer or questioning (LGBTQ) Pride month all over the world. The LGBTQ pride month…
Archery World Championships: Indian men’s recurve team bags Silver Medal
17, Jun 2019
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Air News
The Indian men's recurve team today bagged a silver medal in the Archery World Championships at Den Bosch in The Netherlands. Indian trio of Tarundeep…
Australia and Qatar to be guest nations at the 2020 Copa America
17, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
Australia will be one of the two guest nations at the 2020 Copa America. Qatar will also return to 2020 tournament, which will be co-hosted…
India remained at 101 in the latest FIFA Rankings, Belgium on Top
17, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
The Indian men’s football team remained static at the 101st position in the latest FIFA rankings. India recently participated in King's Cup in Thailand, in…
G20 agrees to tackle ocean plastic waste
17, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Environment and energy ministers of the Group of 20 major economies met this weekend in Karuizawa, northwest of Tokyo, ahead of the G20 summit…
NCRA to host International Pulsar Timing Array meet
17, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
The IPTA meet is a collaboration of radio astronomers from a dozen countries across the globe. The city-based National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) is…
Govt plans to raise USD 84 billion from airwaves auction in 2019
17, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA Government hopes to increase around $83.8 billion (Rs 5.83 trillion rupees) from its latest round of airwaves auction in 2019.…
India can boost exports of 350 products to US, China amid trade war: Study
17, Jun 2019
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Air News
A study by the Commerce Ministry has said, the ongoing trade war between the US and China offers an opportunity to India for boosting exports…
RBI directed all the banks to grout ATMs to a structure to enhance security
17, Jun 2019
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Live Mint
The Reserve Bank of India has asked the banks to ensure their ATMs are grouted to a wall, pillar, or floor by the end of…
Indias trade deficit widened to USD 15.36 bn in May month
17, Jun 2019
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Live Mint
Ministry of Commerce reported that India’s trade deficit expanded to a six-month high of $15.4 billion in May, with import growth outpacing export growth following…
UK bans commercials ads that reinforce gender prejudices
17, Jun 2019
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BBC
UK government has banned commercials that reinforce gender prejudices. Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), UK’s advertising watchdog introduced the ban because it found evidence suggesting that…
Around 600 american companies urged Trump to resolve trade dispute with China
17, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
More than 600 companies, including Walmart Inc, Target Corp, urged U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the trade dispute with China that totally affects American…
Scientists places worlds highest weather stations atop Mount Everest
17, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
Scientists from National Geographic Society and Tribhuvan University installed have installed two highest weather stations in the world in an expedition to Mount Everest that…
UNCTAD World Investment Report 2019
17, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) World Investment Report 2019, India received foreign direct investments (FDI) worth USD 42…
Indian Embassy organised yoga event at Syangboche
17, Jun 2019
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Air News
The Yoga has reached the base of Mount Everest, the highest peak on the earth. To celebrate 5th International Day of Yoga, the Embassy of…
150th Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi celebrated in Dhaka
17, Jun 2019
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Air News
The 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was celebrated in Dhaka. The High Commission of India organised a bi-Cycle Rally at the Dhaka University campus…
Union Cabinet cleared NDIAC Bill, 2019 on institutionalised arbitration
17, Jun 2019
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Air News
The Union Cabinet has cleared the New Delhi International Arbitration Centre (NDIAC) Bill, 2019, which provides for setting up of an independent and autonomous body…
India designated as guest country at Guadalajara International Book Fair in Mexico
17, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
India designated as the Guest of Honour at the 33rd Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara (Guadalajara International Book Fair)in Mexico, the National Book Trust.…
Sahitya Puraskar 2019 announced
16, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Sahitya Akademi has selected 22 writers for the Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2019 and 23 writers for Yuva Puraskar 2019. For the Bal…
Akshaya Patra gets BBC Award
16, Jun 2019
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Awards
CONTEXT: The Bengaluru-based NGO Akshaya Patra has been awarded the BBC World Service Global Champion Award for the programme. The award is presented at the…
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: 15 June
16, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed on 15 June every year. It is observed to voice opposition to the abuse and suffering inflicted…
20th Anniversary of Kargil victory
16, Jun 2019
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India Today
CONTEXT : The year 2019, marks the 20th anniversary of victory in ‘Operation VIJAY’ popularly known as the ‘Kargil War’. This year, the 20th anniversary…
Peter Gilchrist won the 2019 Pacific International Billiards Championship
16, Jun 2019
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Sports
Peter Gilchrist won the 2019 Pacific International Billiards Championship at the Yarraville Club in Melbourne, Australia. Peter Gilchrist defeated Kolkata cueist Kothari who had been…
2 women leading Chandrayaan 2 team
16, Jun 2019
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India Today
CONTEXT: For the first time, ISRO has 2 women project directors- Ritu Karidhal and Muthayya Vanitha for its inter-planetary mission Chandrayaan 2. Chandrayaan 2, all…
Reports says the global internet users have touched 3.8 billion
16, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Mary Meeker’s 2019 Internet Trends Report said that the global internet users have touched 3.8 billion which is more than half of the world’s…
NASAs OSIRIS REx spacecraft creates new record
16, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT: NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft entered its second orbital phase around asteroid Bennu, called Orbital B. It broke its own world record for the closest orbit…
WPI inflation at 2-year low of 2.45%
16, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Wholesale price-based inflation slippedto 2.45% in May helped by falling prices of food articles, fuel, and power items. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation…
India’s FDI Inflows during the five fiscal years of the Modi Govt hit to $42 billions
16, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: India turned out to be the sub region’s largest recipient receiving foreign direct investments worth $42 billion in 2018. The investment in India billion…
CBDT issued new norms
16, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: The Central Board of Direct Taxes issued new norms for compounding of offences on 14 June 2019. The new guidelines have exclusion provisions, under…
The 16th Asia Media Summit was successfully concluded on 13 June in Cambodia
16, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The 16th Asia Media Summit was concluded on 13 June in Cambodia. The summit called for regulation-making to fight against fake news and cyber-crimes.The…
India to impose retaliatory tariffs
16, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: India has decided to impose retaliatory tariffs on 29 goods imported from the U.S. from June 16, 2019 onwards. The tariffs will place a…
India, Kyrgyzstan to boost bilateral trade
16, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: India and Kyrgyzstan have prepared a five-year road map to increase the bilateral trade. Modi and Kyrgyz President Sooronbay Jeenbekov jointly inaugurated the India-Kyrgyz…
India ranks 141 in the 2019 Global Peace Index
16, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Iceland topped the Global Peace Index 2019 rankings which was released by Institute for Economics & Peace. Since 2008, Iceland holds the most peaceful…
Govt to sign MoU for 300 gaushalas
16, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT: MP Government is set to sign a MoU with a company that has promised to build 300 Smart Gaushalas over the next 5 years.…
New system for research journals launched
16, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has launched a Consortium of Academic and Research Ethics (CARE). It will identify, continuously monitor and maintain UGC-CARE Reference…
Defence Exchange Programme began
16, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: A group of 160 defence officers and their families reached Colombo on 15 June 2019. The same number of Sri Lankan officers and their…
‘Russia sources targeted EU elections’
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: “Russian sources” stepped up a long-running disinformation campaign against the European Union in a bid to undermine the bloc’s elections last month. The sources…
Priyanka Chopra to be awarded by UNICEF
15, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT: Unicef will honour Priyanka Chopra with the Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award at the Unicef Snowflake Ball in December 2019. The event will be held…
World Blood Donor Day: 14 June
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year on 14 June to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and…
Chandrayaan-2 to include lander and rover in a first for any Indian space mission
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Chandrayaan-2, India’s second Moon mission, will be launched on July 15. Chandrayaan-1 mission was launched about 10 years ago. Chandrayaan-2, which will be launched…
India to build space station in 7 years
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: India will build its own space station in low earth orbit to conduct microgravity experiments in space in 5 -7 years. The proposed Indian…
How much plastic you consume in a week
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
People worldwide could be ingesting 5 g of microscopic plastic particles every week, equivalent in weight to a credit card. Coming mostly from tap and…
Spotting the spotted owlet in Delhi
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Athene brama or the Spotted Owlet is one of the most commonly sighted owls in our backyard. It is a nocturnal raptor (a…
Head of 32,000-year-old wolf found in Russian Arctic
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
The animal is believed to have been between two and four years old when it died A first intact head of a gigantic adult wolf…
Earth’s water cycle needs to be updated to to include effects of human interference
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Representations of the Earth’s water cycle used in textbooks throughout the world need to be updated, say scientists who have drawn up a new…
India’s FDI Inflows during the five fiscal years of the Modi Govt hit to $42 billions
15, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: India turned out to be the sub region’s largest recipient receiving foreign direct investments worth $42 billion in 2018. The investment in India billion…
Chinese President Xi Jinping was conferred with Manas Order of the First Degree
15, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT : Chinese President Xi Jinping was conferred with Manas Order of the First Degree, the highest national award in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. He was awarded…
Turkey rejected USs ultimatum to back down on Russian missile deal
15, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT: Turkey will not back down from its decision to buy Russian S-400 missile defense systems despite U.S.'s ultimatum. This has created tension between Ankara…
No trade action against India as of now
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The United States had no announcement of a trade action at the moment but continued to raise market access concerns with India, reacting to…
China summons US envoy over Hong Kong human rights bill
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: China summoned the Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy in Beijing Robert Forden and lodged a diplomatic protest objecting to a proposed…
India, Bangladesh hold DG level talks
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: India and Bangladesh held the Director General Level Talks between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in Dhaka on 12…
Russia sources targeted EU elections’
15, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: “Russian sources” stepped up a long-running disinformation campaign against the European Union in a bid to undermine the bloc’s elections last month. The sources…
Saudi Arabia writes to UNSC on Abha Airport attack
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Amidst reports of escalating tension in the Arab region, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has informed the United Nations Security Council that it will…
Boris Johnson topped first ballot
15, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT: In UK, Boris Johnson has secured the highest number of votes in the first ballot to select the Conservative party leader and next Prime…
EAM to attend CICA Summit in Dushanbe
15, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar, attended the 2-day 5th Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia, CICA, Summit in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.…
Expat population in UAE are goodwill ambassadors of India: V Muraleedharan
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The expat population in the UAE are the goodwill ambassadors of India, who play a major role in strengthening the ties of the two…
HRD Minister directs IITs, IIITs heads to make plan for holistic development
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Union Minister for Human Resource Development Dr Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank has directed the heads of Indian Institutes of Technology IITs and Indian Institutes of…
ISRO for 1st time opens its laboratories for Indian school students
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Indian Space Research Organization ISRO has, for the first time, opened its laboratories for Indian school students to undergo two-week training from this…
Royal Navy delegation visits SNC
15, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT: Commodore Stuart Henderson, Safety Director of the British Royal Navy Safety Centre is on a 2-day official visit to Southern Naval Command. The delegation…
E-FT to be set up in Assam
15, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Centre approved setting up of e-Foreigner Tribunal (e-FT) in Assam. The proposed integrated e-FT IT system will be implemented across the state for…
Narendra Singh Tomar chaired meeting
15, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar chaired a meeting with Agriculture Ministers of all States and Union Territories via video conference on…
Triple talaq bill cleared
14, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT : The Cabinet cleared a fresh bill to ban the practice of instant triple talaq. The bill will be introduced in the Budget session…
Indian archery team secured Olympic quota
14, Jun 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: Indian men's archery team secured the Olympic quota for the 2020 Tokyo Games by storming into the quarterfinals of the World Championships with a…
Hypersonic missile successfully test fired
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: India conducted a successful first test flight of the Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle (HSTDV) from a base off the Odisha coast. The only other…
RBI sets up 6 member panel to examine the ATM charges and fees
14, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set up a high-level six-member committee under IBA Chief Executive V G Kannan. The committee will examine…
Two tankers struck in suspected attacks in Gulf of Oman: Media Reports
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Two oil tankers being hit in a suspected attack in the Gulf of Oman have raised fresh security concerns in the Gulf region. A…
Earthquake of 6.5 magnitude hits Coquimbo
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: An earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale rattled Chile's coast near the coastal city of Coquimbo. No casualties have been reported yet. The…
UAE, GCC condemn terror attack targeting Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The UAE and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have condemned the terrorist attack targeting Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport, allegedly by the Houthi rebels…
UK Home Secretary Sajid Javid signs US extradition order for Julian Assange
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: UK Home Secretary Sajid Javid has signed a request for Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange to be extradited to the US where he faces charges…
MoU between Indian and Finland approved
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet, approved a MoU on the cooperation in the area of Cyber Security between India and Finland. The MoU intends to promote…
MoU between India and Russia approved
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet approved the MoU on the cooperation between the Ministry of Railways, India and Railway Research Institute, Russia. The MoU will facilitate…
MoU between India and Bolivia approved
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet approved the MoU on the cooperation between India and Bolivia on cooperation regarding Bioceanic Railway Integration Corridor Project. The MoU will…
MoU between India and Thailand approved
14, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet approved a MoU on the cooperation between India and Thailand in the field of Astronomy / Astrophysics / Atmospheric Science. The…
19th SCO Summit began
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: 19th Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit began in Bishkek from 13 June 2019. PM Narendra Modi will address the plenary session of the SCO Summit,…
Japan to invest Rs. 13000 cr in north-east
14, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Japan has decided to invest about Rs 13,000 crore in several ongoing as well as new projects in different states of the north-eastern region.…
PM Modi to chair fifth meeting of Governing Council of NITI Aayog on June 15
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the fifth Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog on 15th of this month at Rashtrapati Bhawan. The meeting…
Government reduces ESI contribution rate to 4 per cent
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The government has reduced the rate of the contribution made by employees and employers under the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act from 6.5 per…
PM Kisan Pension Scheme: Farmers’ contribution to be Rs 100 per month
14, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Farmers will have to contribute 100 rupees per month under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Pension Yojana that seeks to provide a minimum fixed monthly…
Special Economic Zones Bill approved
14, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet approved a Bill, namely, the Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill, 2019 that is the Bill to replace the Special Economic Zones…
E-gov initiatives for ST schemes launched
14, Jun 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: Shri Arjun Munda, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs launched the “e-governance initiatives for ST Welfare schemes” on 12 June 2019. These e-governance initiatives will…
Nripendra, PK Misra granted extension
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: Nripendra Misra and P K Mishra were re-appointed as Principal Secretary and Additional Principal Secretary respectively to PM Narendra Modi with cabinet minister rank.…
2 Indian women on IBM’S list of top 40
14, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: 2 Indian women have been featured on American multinational IT firm IBM's list honouring 40 women in Artificial Intelligence (AI) from 15 different countries.…
International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) re-branded as World Athletics
13, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the international governing body for the sport of athletics, changed it name from IAAF to World Athletics.…
US won Women’s FIFA World Cup
13, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT: In Football, the United States recorded the biggest-ever victory in the Fifa Women's World Cup. They crushed Thailand, 13-nil in a Group-F match at…
Ashleigh Barty became world no. 2
13, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT: Ashleigh Barty has risen to the no. 2 position from number eight in the latest Women's TennisAssociation (WTA) rankings after winning the French Open…
Int. Day against Child Labour: 12 June
13, Jun 2019
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India Today
CONTEXT: June 12 is observed as the International Day Against Child Labour every year. The day brings together governments, employers and workers organizations, civil society…
NASA to test green fuel for spacecraft
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: NASA is planning on testing a new fuel for spacecraft. Dubbed the Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM) it uses a non-toxic, rose coloured solution…
Team Indus to build moon lander for NASA
13, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT: Team Indus is part of a consortium that has bagged a contract from NASA to design and build a lander for its next lunar…
VAYU: Cyclone warning for Gujarat coast
13, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT: The Very Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘VAYU’ over East-central Arabian Sea moved nearly northwards with a speed of about 13 kmph on 12th June 2019.…
RBI constituted a committee
13, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: The RBI has constituted a 6-member committeeto review the entire gamut of ATM charges and fees. Chief Executive of Indian Banks’ Association VGKannan will…
New GST return system to be introduced
13, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: The GST Council has decided to introduce a new GST return system to facilitate taxpayers. A plan has been worked out to ease the…
2nd resignation in Yes Bank
13, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Yes Bank's independent director Mukesh Sabharwal has stepped down from the lender's board of directors to devote his time to academic pursuits. Sabharwal has…
U.S. open to dialogue on GSP, says Pompeo
13, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo hinted that it was possible to reinstate the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), a programme for preferential access…
UK High Court denies bail to Nirav Modi
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The UK High Court today denied bail to Fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi, who is fighting his extradition from Britain to India in Punjab National…
UAE and Germany reaffirm joint commitment to fight against terrorism
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: United Arab Emirates and Germany have reaffirmed their joint commitment to fight against terrorism and violent extremism, in all its forms, at both regional…
Kassyam-Jomart Tokayev takes oath as new president of Kajakhastan
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: In Kajakhastan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev today took oath as the new president of the country. He was acting president following the surprise resignation of Nursultan…
Cabinet approves Aadhaar and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2019
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Union Cabinet has approved the Aadhaar and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2019 to replace Aadhaar and Other Laws (Amendment) Ordinance 2019. This will enable…
NIRD-PR launches training programme of Sustainable Livelihoods and Adaptation to Climate Change
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Hyderabad based National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) has launched a training programme of Sustainable Livelihoods and Adaptation to Climate…
Union Cabinet clears NDIAC Bill, 2019
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet has cleared the New Delhi International Arbitration Centre (NDIAC) Bill, 2019. The Bill provides for setting up of an independent and…
Union Cabinet approves MoC between India and Kyrgyzstan
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Union Cabinet has approved a Memorandum of Collaboration, MoC between India and Kyrgyzstan for collaborative research work on High Altitude Biology and Medicine.…
Clean drinking water to be provided by 2024
13, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Centre has set a target of providing clean drinking water to all by 2024. In states like UP, Bihar, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand…
UP govt hiked old age pension
13, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Uttar Pradesh Government has hiked old-age pension in the age group 60 to 79 years by Rs.100 monthly. Now the old-age pensioners would receive…
Jail for children abandoning elderly parents
13, Jun 2019
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HINDUSTAN TIMES
CONTEXT: The Bihar government has approved the proposal to punish sons and daughters, who abandon their elderly parents, with a jail term. Such cases will…
OPEC says Gulf region needs more peace and stability to ensure flow of oil supplies
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
The organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has said the Gulf region needs more peace and stability to ensure the flow of oil supplies.…
Amitav Ghosh to be honoured with Jnanpith Award 2018
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The Jnanpith award for the year 2018 will be given to the noted English writer Amitav Ghosh. Former Governor Gopalkrishna Gandhi will present the…
Mount Sinabung volcano erupted in Sumatra Island
12, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT: Mount Sinabung volcano erupted in Sumatra Island of western Indonesia. A huge column of ash was blasted and spread 7 km high to southeast…
India’s first dinosaur museum in Gujarat
12, Jun 2019
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Times Now
CONTEXT: Gujarat has joined the Jurassic bandwagon with India’s first ever Dinosaur-Museum-cum-Park in Raiyoli in Mahisagar district. Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani inaugurated the museum that…
Cheque books for no-frills accounts
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The RBI has allowed banks to offer cheque book facility and other services to the no-frills account holders. But they could not ask such…
Mahindra won gold award in South Africa
12, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: India's automobile major Mahindra won the Gold Award for fairing on various indicators. The automobile giant, which has more than 60 dealers in South…
China appoints veteran diplomat Sun Weidong as new envoy to India
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: China has appointed veteran diplomat Sun Weidong as its new envoy to India. Mr Sun, who also served as the ambassador to Pakistan, is…
‘UAE paid businessman to spy on Trump administration’
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: A UAE businessman linked to a probe of illegal donations to Donald Trump’s political campaign was paid by his country’s intelligence agency to spy…
US imposes sanctions on Syrian industrialist Samer Foz
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: United States imposed sanctions on Samer Foz, a Syrian industrialist behind high-end developments for allegedly enriching President Bashar al-Assad. US Undersecretary of the Treasury…
Pakistan assures support for stable & peaceful Afghanistan
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Pakistan has assured support for a stable and peaceful Afghanistan at the first Review session of the Afghanistan-Pakistan Action Plan for Peace and Solidarity…
Pompeo to meet PM Modi, EAM Jaishankar to discuss ambitious agenda for bilateral partnership
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The US State Department has said, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will discuss an ambitious agenda for the US-India strategic partnership when he meets…
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust inked MoU
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT The V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust, Tuticorin and Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) signed a MoU on 10 June 2019. It will facilitate Direct Port Entry…
US Secretary to visit India in June 2019
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo would visit India in June 2019 to forge relations with India. He would outline the US strategy on…
China to make trade deal with the US
12, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: China will enter into a trade deal with the United States, as told by US President Donald Trump. Increased tariffs on Chinese products is…
US diplomat to visit Sudan
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: A top US diplomat will visit Sudan to encourage talks between Sudan’s military rulers and protesters. The US, assistant secretary of state for African…
Scholarships to 5 crore minority students in next 5 years: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The government will provide scholarships to five crore minority students in the next five years to ensure their socio-economic-educational empowerment. The scholarships include pre-matric,…
Thawarchand Gehlot appointed leader of Rajya Sabha
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Thawarchand Gehlot has been appointed as the leader of Rajya Sabha. He will replace senior BJP leader…
India, Bangladesh border forces to hold talks in Dhaka
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: The 48th Director General Level Border Co-ordination Conference between Border Security Force of India and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) will be organised at Dhaka,…
India debut flag in WorldRaftingChampionship
12, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT: India is making debut in the adventurous game of Rafting. Former Prime Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports team…
G7 environment ministers held meeting
12, Jun 2019
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International
Environment ministers of the G7 nations met in France, before the release of what is expected to be another alarming report on the state of…
MoSPI has proposed to set up a National Data Warehouse to leverage big data analytical tools
12, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has proposed to set up a National Data Warehouse with an aim to leveraging big data analytical…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accepted Macron’s invite to attend outreach session of G7 Summit
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi accepted an invitation to attend the session of the G7 Summit in Biarritz. The 45th summit of the G7 group…
IRSDC entered into tripartite agreement
12, Jun 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT: Indian Railway Station Development Corporation (IRSDC) entered a Tripartite Agreement with French Railways (SNCF) & AFD, on 10th June 2019. Under this agreement, AFD…
India’s 1st BS-VI certificate released
12, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT: International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) released India’s first Type Approval Certificate (TAC) for Bharat Stage - VI (BS – VI) norms for the…
India invited to G-7 outreach session
12, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT: India has got an invitation from France to attend the outreach Session at the G-7 Summit to be held in France in August 2019.…
States can now constitute Foreigners Tribunals
12, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has amended the Foreigners (Tribunals) Order, 1964. MHA has empowered district magistrates in all States and Union Territories…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lead the event of YogaDay2019 at Ranchi
11, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the International Day of Yoga 2019 celebrations to be held in Ranchi on June 21. Ministry of AYUSH planned…
Cananda to ban single use plastics from 2021
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be banned single-use plastics in the country from 2021. It a global challenge to phase out the plastic bags,…
Ministry for Information and Broadcasting instituted Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman (AYDMS)
11, Jun 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has instituted its first Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman (AYDMS). It was announced by the Minister Prakash…
The G20 Summit ended with the issual of joint statement on trade and the digital economy
11, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT In the G20 Summit, the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors from the Group of 20 economies issued a joint statement on trade and…
Narendra Modi seeks five-year road map for each Ministry
11, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT In their first meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday after his re-election, Secretaries to the Government of India have been tasked with…
China going to make trade deal with US
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT China will be left with no other option but to enter into a trade deal with the United States because increased tariffs on Chinese…
Hamilton won 7th Canadian GP
11, Jun 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT Lewis Hamilton secured a record-breaking 7th win at the 2019 Canadian Grand Prix after Sebastian Vettel was penalised for dangerous driving. A five-second race…
Sri Lankan Airlines named world’s most punctual air service for second consecutive time
11, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT SriLankan Airlines named as the 'World's Most Punctual Airline' for the second consecutive time with over 90 percent of its flights in May. This…
Rafael Nadal won French Open
11, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT In Tennis, world number two Rafael Nadal lifted the French Open Men's Singles title for the 12th time. He became the first player to…
Kazakhstan elected new leader
11, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT Kazakhstan elected the successor of former president Nursultan Nazarbayev with 70% of the vote. The victory of Kassym Jomart-Tokayev was never in doubt after…
Maldives to confer award to PM Modi
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT PM Narendra Modi was conferred with Maldives highest award ‘Nishan Izzuddin’. The main aim of his visit was to further cement ties with the…
PM Modi: 1st leader to visit Sri Lanka
11, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT PM Narendra Modi arrived in Sri Lanka on his way back to India from the Maldives. PM Modi is the first world leader to…
Modi, Jinping to meet at SCO Summit
11, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit at Bishkek. He would also meet PM Narendra Modi there. This would…
Ferry service to connect India and Maldives
11, Jun 2019
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Times of India
CONTEXT India and the Maldives have agreed to launch a passenger-cum-cargo ferry service between Kochi and the Maldivian capital Male via Kulhudhuffushi atoll. The initiative…
India partners with Portugal to set up a national maritime heritage museum at Lothal ctivity
11, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT India has partnered with Portugal to set up a national maritime heritage museum at Lothal in Gujarat. The Indian Navy will be the stakeholder…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to hold first pre-budget meet today
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will hold her first pre-budget consultation meeting with representatives of farm bodies, Industry and Trade in New Delhi. In the…
Several important issues will be discussed during SCO Summit
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Several important issues including counter-terrorism, extremism and multilateral economic cooperation will be discussed during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, SCO Summit to be held on…
PM Modi accepts Macron’s invite to attend outreach session of G7 Summit
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron to attend the outreach session of the G7 Summit in Biarritz…
Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Siddhi Scheme
11, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Siddhi Scheme. It will cost over Rs.87,000 crore a year to the exchequer. The government…
India called upon G-20 countries
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT India has called upon the G-20 countries to urgently fix the issue of taxing profits made by digital economy companies in countries where they…
Mumbai metro completed five years of operation
11, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT The Mumbai metro completed five years of operation in June 2019. During the last five years of operation, Metro has achieved running the service…
India to gift cricket stadium to Maldives
11, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT India will build a cricket stadium, which is likely to come up at Hulhumale, an island south of North Male atoll. India will also…
UAE Cabinet adopts “National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031”
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT The UAE Cabinet adopted the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031 during its meeting at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. One of the most…
SBI cut interest rate on CC/OD
10, Jun 2019
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Live Mint
CONTEXT State Bank of India announced introduction of repo rate linked home loans from 1 July. It will pass on the 25 bps repo rate…
Massive fire breaks out in eastern London
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT A massive fire broke out at a block of luxury flats in eastern London today. London Fire Brigade (LFB) said Fifteen fire engines and…
Finance Ministers of G20 countries discussing fair tax reforms to boost growth
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT IndiaThe meeting of Finance Ministers of G20 countries is underway in the Japanese city of Fukuoka. Finance chiefs of major economies are debating over…
Deal with Mexico to curb illegal migration opens era of great cooperation: US Prez
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT The deal with Mexico to curb illegal migration opened an era of great cooperation between the two nations, something that they did not see…
Ethiopian PM in Sudan to revive democracy talks
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has called for a quick democratic transition in Sudan as he met the country's ruling generals and protest leaders,…
EU willing to renegotiate Brexit deal: UK Foreign Secy
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT German Chancellor Angela Merkel indicated that the European Union would be willing to renegotiate the Brexit deal. Hunt is one of nearly a dozen…
Index to measure fiscal performance launched
10, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has launched a Fiscal Performance Index (FPI) to assess state and central budgets. The Index incorporates qualitative assessments of…
The meeting of PM Modi and Imran Khan before SCO summit is not confirmed yet
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT That the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistan counterpart Imran Khan before the summit meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is…
‘Benchmarking India’s Payment Systems’ report
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT The report on 'Benchmarking India’s Payment Systems' was released by RBI on 4 June 2019. The report says India has a strong regulatory system…
DDS women bag UN award
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT Women members of Deccan Development Society (DDS) sanghams have bagged one of the most coveted UN awards — Equator Prize for 2019. DDS sanghams…
NASA to open space station for tourists
10, Jun 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT NASA will open up the International Space Station to business ventures including space tourism with stays priced at $35,000 a night. It seeks to…
Prayuth Chan-ocha elected Thai PM
10, Jun 2019
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BBC
CONTEXT Thailand's new parliament has elected military government chief Prayuth Chan-ocha as the country's Prime Minister. Prayuth's appointment becomes official when it is endorsed by…
Remdesivir may help protect against Nipah
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT An experimental antiviral drug, remdesivir, designed to treat Ebola virus disease can effectively help fight off Nipah virus. Remdesivir completely protected four African green…
India and China hold bilateral dialogue
10, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT India and China held the sixth round of dialogue on disarmament and non-proliferation in New Delhi on 3 June 2019. The dialogue was held…
Cyclone likely to hit Arabian Sea on June 11-12, warns MeT Dept
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Meteorological Department warns that a cyclone may occur in the Arabian Sea near the West Coast of India between June 11 and 12, Directorate…
UN Chief praised India’s commitment
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT UN's Secretary General Antonio Guterres has praised the India-UN Development Partnership Fund for championing greater prosperity. India is a valued supporter of South-South cooperation.…
596 new plant and animal species found in ’18
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Scientists and taxonomists have documented 596 new species of flora and fauna from India in the year 2018. The details of the discoveries were…
India calls upon G-20 countries to urgently resolve issue of taxing profits made by offshore digital companies
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT India has called upon the G-20 countries to urgently fix the issue of taxing profits made by digital economy companies in countries where they…
Greta Thunberg got Amnesty Award
10, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
CONTEXT Sweden's teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg was awarded Amnesty International award for mobilising world public opinion on the looming peril of global warming. Thunberg,…
PM to meet Secretaries of Central govt in New Delhi today
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT India Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet the Secretaries of Central government in New Delhi today. During the meeting, Mr Modi is likely to…
2019 Women’s World Cup began in France
10, Jun 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup is the 8th edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup which began in France. It is being contested…
Bancha, the first solar kitchen only village in India
10, Jun 2019
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Business Standard
CONTEXT Bancha in Betul district is the first village in India to have zero wooden stoves and almost no use for LPG cylinders with all…
French Open: Rafael Nadal lifts Men’s Singles title for 12th time
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
In Tennis, world number two Rafael Nadal has lifted the French Open Men's Singles title for the 12th time. In the summit clash played at…
Centre reconstitutes 8 Cabinet Committees
10, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
CONTEXT The Centre reconstituted eight Cabinet Committees including the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet, among others and Union Home Minister Amit Shah is part of…
Triple Talaq Bill is to be tabled in the very first session of Parliament in the NDA government
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT The second term of Narendra Modi government is likely to place the controversial Triple Talaq Bill in its very first session of Parliament. The…
Swachh Survekshan League launched
10, Jun 2019
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PIB
CONTEXT Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Puri launched Swachh Survekshan League 2020 on 6 June 2019. It will be conducted in three quarters of…
Delhi Metro receives power from waste
10, Jun 2019
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Indian Express
CONTEXT The Delhi Metro has become the first ever project in the country to receive power generated from a waste-to-energy plant. Delhi Metro has started…
L&T launches ‘Digital Sakhi’ in Tamil Nadu
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT L&T Financial Services’ (LTFS) ‘Digital Sakhi’, an educational programme aimed at digital financial inclusion of rural women, was launched in 20 villages of Villupuram…
Mrutyunjay Mohapatra appointed IMD chief
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT Renowned scientist and cyclone warning specialist Mrutyunjay Mohapatra was appointed as the chief of India Meteorological Department (IMD) on 4 June 2019. Mr Mohapatra…
PM Modi to lead main event of International Yoga Day in Ranchi
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the main event of International Day of Yoga 2019 celebrations to be held in Ranchi, Jharkhand on 21st…
PM Modi & Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih hold discussions on range of subjects of bilateral interest
10, Jun 2019
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Air News
CONTEXT Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih held discussions on a range of subjects of bilateral interest at the President's office…
Former CEC named BCCI’s electoral officer
10, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
CONTEXT Former Chief Election Commissioner N. Gopalaswami has been appointed as an electoral officer for the BCCI's Annual General Meeting. The Committee of Administrators (CoA)…
India routed Russia in Int Fed. of Hockey
08, Jun 2019
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Sports
Context: In the International Federation of Hockey men's series Finals, India routed Russia 10-0 in their opening match. The match began in Bhubaneshwar on 6…
World Oceans Day is celebrated on 8th June
08, Jun 2019
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Days and Events
Context: World Oceans Day is celebrated on 8th June every year. The day was declared in 2008. June 8 was marked as it marks the…
Google Maps launches features for real-time updates on public transports in India
08, Jun 2019
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Live Mint
Context: Google tech Behemoth invented three new features- bus travel times from live traffic in 10 of the largest cities in India The live train…
596 new plant and animal species discovered in India last year
08, Jun 2019
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Environment
Context: 224 new species of plants and 372 animal species discovered in India last year Scientists and taxonomists have documented 596 new species of flora…
RBI removes NEFT, RTGS payment charges
08, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
Context: RBI has removed charges for payments via NEFT and RTGS.This means that payments via NEFT and RTGS would become either free or charges would…
Tamil Nadu govt, World bank signed agreement
08, Jun 2019
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Economy
Context: Tamil Nadu Government(GoTN) and the World Bank signed a $287-million loan agreement for the Tamil Nadu Health System Reform Programme (TNHSRP). The main aim…
Putin, Xi present common economic front
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Context: China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin hit back at U.S. global economic dominance on Friday as they took the stage together at Russia’s…
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo to address India conference in Washington
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Context: U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo will deliver the keynote address on ‘The U.S. and India: An Economic Foundation for a Free and Open…
US hits Iran’s largest petrochemical group with sanctions
08, Jun 2019
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Air News
Context: United States has hit Iran's petrochemical group PGPIC with economic sanctions due to its ties with the country's Revolutionary Guards. The move aims to…
Over a million new cases of STIs detected daily worldwide: WHO
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Every day, more than 1 million new cases of curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are detected in people aged 15-49 years, according to latest data…
Donald Trump calls off plan to impose tariffs on Mexico
08, Jun 2019
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Air News
Context: US President Donald Trump has suspended plans to impose tariffs on Mexico, as the country has agreed to take strong measures to stem the…
PM Modi to visit Maldives
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Context: PM Narendra Modi will be on a two-day visit to Maldives beginning 8 June 2019. The visit is reflective of the new momentum in…
Nirmala to attend G20 meeting in Japan
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Context: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will attend the 2-day meeting of G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank governors in Japan on June 8-9, 2019. It…
Russia launched Arctic train service
08, Jun 2019
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International
Context: In Russia, the first tourist train traveling through Russia's Arctic region and on to Norway, set off from St. Petersburg station on 6 June…
Justice Dhirubhai Naranbhai Patel Takes Oath As New CJI Of Delhi High Court
08, Jun 2019
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Times of India
Context: Justice Dhirubhai Naranbhai Patel sworn in as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. Lt Governor Anil Baijal administered the oath of office to…
India to enhance its commitment to Sri Lanka
08, Jun 2019
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News Analysis
Context: India’s foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale said that India will enhance its commitment to Sri Lanka in the wake of the recent bomb attacks on…
India, Japan relations growing in several areas, says Japanese Envoy
08, Jun 2019
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Air News
Context: Ambassador of Japan to India Mr. Kenji Hiramatsu today said, India and Japan relations are growing in several areas. The next five years are…
Central Government seeks inputs from citizens on Union Budget 2019-20
08, Jun 2019
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Air News
Context: Central Government has sought inputs from citizens on the Union Budget 2019-20 with a view to making the Budget-making exercise more participative and inclusive.…
S Jaishankar discusses key elements of ties with Bhutan’s top leadership
08, Jun 2019
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Air News
Context: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Bhutan's top leadership, including Prime Minister Lotay Tshering and discussed important elements of the bilateral ties with emphasis…
Wipro founder Premji to retire next month
08, Jun 2019
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Live Mint
Context: IT major Wipro Ltd announced that its founder Azim H Premji would retire as executive chairman and MD of the company by the end…
Defence Minister Rajanth in 4 more committees
08, Jun 2019
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Economic Times
Context: Rajnath Singh's name in only two Cabinet committees - economic affairs and security. The government effected a change,bringing him in four more panels;those on…
Andhra CM to get 5 deputies
08, Jun 2019
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The Hindu
Context: Jagan Mohan Reddy, who took power in Andhra Pradesh, will have a record five Deputy Chief Ministers. He would have five deputies and a…
India signs 300-cr deal to buy bombs
08, Jun 2019
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India Today
Context: The Indian Air Force signed a ₹300-crore deal with Israel for around 100 Spice-2000 bombs. These bombs were used during the February 26 air…
Women’s hockey team clinches Fitzgerald U21
06, Jun 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: The Indian junior women's hockey team clinched the Cantor Fitzgerald U21 International 4-Nations title after beating Ireland 1-0 in the final at Dublin, Ireland…
China will host 2023 Asian Cup, confirms AFC
06, Jun 2019
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Sports
CONTEXT: China will stage the 2023 Asian Cup football after South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia dropped their bids. This was confirmed by the Asian Football…
World Environment Day – 5 June
06, Jun 2019
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Days and Events
CONTEXT: World Environment Day is celebrated on the 5th of June every year. It is the United Nation's principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action…
India will make America’s private moon lander
06, Jun 2019
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Science and Tech
CONTEXT: The first US lunar lander in the 21st century will be designed in India. NASA says it will spend more than $250 million hiring…
Campaign ‘SelfiewithSapling’ launched
06, Jun 2019
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Environment
CONTEXT: Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar launched a people’s campaign #SelfiewithSapling urging all to join and plant a sapling and post the selfie with the sapling…
Earth recycles ocean floor to diamonds
06, Jun 2019
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Environment
CONTEXT: Australia's Macquarie University researchers revealed salt traces trapped in many diamonds show they are formed from ancient seabeds that got recycled after being buried…
Makhija appointed as chairman of Axis Bank
06, Jun 2019
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Economy
CONTEXT: Rakesh Makhija, independent director was appointed as the non-executive (part-time) chairman of the bank, for a period of 3 years, with effect from July…
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Moscow for a state visit to Russia and the 23rd St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Xi will…
Left-wing opposition bloc wins General Election in Denmark
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: In Denmark, left-wing opposition bloc has won the General Election of the country, leaving behind the ruling liberal Party. Prime Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen…
Peru Prez wins confidence vote; revives debate over anti-corruption measures
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: In Peru, President Martin Vizcarra won a confidence vote in the country’s Congress reviving debate over his flagging effort to pass anti-corruption measures. President…
Russia launches first Arctic train service
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: In Russia, the first tourist train traveling through Russia's Arctic region and on to Norway, set off from St. Petersburg station yesterday with 91…
US terminates India’s preferential status
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: US terminated India's preferential trade status under the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) programme. GSP is the largest and oldest US trade preference programme.…
US company to pay $1.1 mn in back wages
06, Jun 2019
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International
CONTEXT: An American employment service company has agreed to pay $1.1 million in back wages to nearly 600 H-1B employees. A large number of whom…
VP Sivakolundhu elected as Puducherry Assembly Speaker
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Deputy Speaker VP Sivakolundhu was elected as the new Speaker of the Puducherry Assembly. The post fell vacant after Congress' V Vaithilingam stepped down…
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet passes resolution to increase reservation for OBCs to 27%
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Madhya Pradesh Cabinet passed a resolution to increase the percentage of reservation quota for Other Backward Classes (OBC) from existing 14 percent to 27…
Delhi government plans free rides for women in metro and buses
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Delhi government has announced its plan to subsidize travel in public transport for women commuters in the Capital. The announcement was made by Chief…
Centre urges Delhi, Odisha, Telangana, WB govts to join Ayushman Bharat scheme
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan has urged the Chief Ministers of Delhi, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal to join Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan…
Govt reconstitutes eight Cabinet Committees
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: The Government has reconstituted eight Cabinet Committees. These are Appointments Committee, Committees on Accommodation, Economic Affairs, Parliamentary Affairs, Political Affairs, Security, Investment and Growth…
Preparations underway for seventh Economic Census
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: Preparations are underway for seventh Economic Census, (7th EC) which is likely to commence by the end of June or the early next month.…
Indian Navy deployed P-8I aircraft
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: · Indian Navy deployed its P-8I long-range maritime surveillance aircraft for anti-piracy sorties from Salalah in Oman to patrol the Gulf of Aden. ·…
AAI signs with Boeing to improve airspace
06, Jun 2019
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National
CONTEXT: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed a technical assistance agreement with aerospace major Boeing. The agreement aims to develop an air traffic management…
India in UN marks World Bicycle Day
05, Jun 2019
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Days and Events
India joined the United Nations initiative to acknowledge "uniqueness, longevity, and versatility" of the bicycle on the occasion of World Bicycle day. UN Headquarters in…
Europes highest volcano Mount Etna erupted
05, Jun 2019
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Environment
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