Year: 2020

Even Golden Langurs suffer forced abortion, infanticide

News: Golden Langurs found in the state of Assam is suffering from forced abortion and infanticide. Facts: Golden langur: It is an Old World monkey found in western Assam, India and in Bhutan. Vegetation: Moist evergreen and tropical deciduous forests as well as some riverine areas and savannas. IUCN Red list: Endangered CITES: Appendix I… Continue reading Even Golden Langurs suffer forced abortion, infanticide

Yemeni separatists seize island of Socotra from Saudi-backed government

News: Yemen separatists have seized control of Socotra Island deposing its governor and driving out forces of the Saudi-backed government. Facts: Socotra Island: It is part of the North Indian Ocean located between the Guardafui Channel and the Arabian Sea. The island is officially part of Yemen and sits at the mouth of the Gulf… Continue reading Yemeni separatists seize island of Socotra from Saudi-backed government

PM-JAY saw 57% fall in surgeries, 46% in medical care during lockdown

News: According to the National Health Authority(NHA), Pradhan Mantri-Jan Arogya Yojana(PM-JAY) has seen 57% fall in surgeries, 46% in medical care during lockdown. Facts: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana(PMJAY) was launched in 2018.It is an umbrella scheme under Ayushman Bharat.Other element is Health and Wellness Centres. Aim: To provide health cover of Rs. 5 lakhs… Continue reading PM-JAY saw 57% fall in surgeries, 46% in medical care during lockdown

Prelims or Mains Prep? Time Allocation and Management before Prelims 2020

I often wondered how it feels when you can’t move a step forward, neither take a step backwards. These are called crossroads of life – where we don’t know which direction to go. With the Covid-19 induced delays in the exam, many people are at the crossroads of their Civils preparation. In fact, some people… Continue reading Prelims or Mains Prep? Time Allocation and Management before Prelims 2020

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