9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 3rd, 2018

Venkaiah seeks code for politicians News: Indian Vice President calling for Code for Politicians. Important Facts: 2. Recently, a book named “Moving on, Moving Forward: A Year in Office” written by Indian Vice President has been released. 3. He has emphasized to have Code of Conduct for Politicians in upper and lower house of the… Continue reading Venkaiah seeks code for politicians

Making peace with Naya Pakistan Article: M.K. Narayana, a former Indian NSA has analyzed India’s approach towards New Pakistan. Important Analysis: 2. Newly elected government in Pakistan has promised to bring about improvement in India and Pakistan relationship. 3. However according to Author, India need to be little careful before taking concrete steps because: India… Continue reading Making peace with Naya Pakistan

U.S., India may not sign security pact at 2+2 meet News: India and U.S to make important announcement on Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA) Important Facts: 2. The COMCASA will facilitate exchange of secure communications between the two militaries and allow the sale of encrypted communication systems to India. 3. Both the countries said,… Continue reading U.S., India may not sign security pact at 2+2 meet

UN begins talks on treaty to protect imperilled high seas News: United Nation to bring regulations on High Seas. Important Facts: 2. High Seas and international marine zone cover about 46 % of the planet and lack adequate environmental protection. 3. The main goal is to protect marine biodiversity and pillaging (Marine Violence). 4. All… Continue reading UN begins talks on treaty to protect imperilled high seas

Risks remain News: India economy grew at 8.2 % in Apr-June, but risk remains. Important News: 2. India economy grew at 8.2 %, fastest pace in 9 quarters. 3. Growth was seen due to strong performance in manufacturing sector. 4. Some Industry wise growth data. Manufacturing grew at 13.5 % after shrinking 1.8 % in… Continue reading Risks remain

For a shift in gear News: Feroze Varun Gandhi, an MP has talked about the challenges associated with management of Natural Disaster in India. Important Analysis: 2. Coastal plain of Kerala between Western Ghats and Arabian Sea is vulnerable to several natural hazard. 3. Landslide, Flooding, Coastal Erosion being the most common incidents. 4. Author… Continue reading For a shift in gear