News: Prime Minister has announced the construction of 66 MW Dhaulasidh Hydro Project at Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Facts: Dhaulasidh Hydro Project: It is proposed on the horseshoe curve of the Beas river.The aim is to generate hydroelectricity and use water for irrigation in adjoining areas of the districts.
Year: 2020
Answer Writing Focus Group ( AWFG ) for Mains 2020 Entrance Test on 10th October
For all updates on AWFG 2020 – Visit https://forumias.com/blog/awg Dear All, We shall be commencing with the Answer Writing Focus Group ( AWFG ) for Mains 2020 from October 10th. The Admissions to the AWFG will be based on an entrance test conducted on Saturday, October 10, 2PM. Candidates will be given a question Paper… Continue reading Answer Writing Focus Group ( AWFG ) for Mains 2020 Entrance Test on 10th October
Three Farm Acts and their constitutional debate.
Source: The Hindu Syllabus: Gs3: Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure, Devolution of Powers Context: The passage of the three Farm Acts has raised a constitutional debate on Union’s powers to legislate on state subjects. What are the three contentious farm bills? The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020. The… Continue reading Three Farm Acts and their constitutional debate.
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon(Economy) October 6, 2020
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10 PM Current Affairs Quiz: October 5, 2020
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9 PM Daily Brief – October 5, 2020
Good evening dear reader. Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today 9 PM for Mains examination GS-2 1.NCPCR analysis The future of GST hangs in the balance GS-3 India’s inflation targeting policy Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC 2016) India’s inflation targeting policy Power sector in India The non-violent economic model 9 PM… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Brief – October 5, 2020
Prime minister inaugurates Atal Tunnel
News: Prime Minister has inaugurated the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh Rohtang. Facts: Atal Tunnel (earlier known as Rohtang Tunnel): It is a 9.02 km long tunnel that connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti valley throughout the year. Significance: The tunnel is the world’s longest highway tunnel above the altitude of 10,000 feet (3000 metres). Constructed by:… Continue reading Prime minister inaugurates Atal Tunnel
China’s climate commitment: How is it significant?
News: China has announced significant climate change announcements at the virtual UN General Assembly in New York. Facts: What has China announced? China would become carbon net-zero by the year 2060. Net-zero: It is a state in which a country’s emissions are compensated by absorptions and removal of greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. Absorption can… Continue reading China’s climate commitment: How is it significant?
Chardham committee alleges violations of Supreme Court orders
News: The chairman of a Supreme Court-appointed expert committee under Ravi Chopra has alleged violations of the court orders in the execution of the Chardham road project. Facts: Chardham Road Project: It is a project that involves developing and widening 900-km of national highways connecting the holy Hindu pilgrimage sites of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and… Continue reading Chardham committee alleges violations of Supreme Court orders
