9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – October 28th, 2023

Dear Friends,

We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM Brief and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do:

    1. Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you.
    2. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough and adds value not just for GS but also for essay writing. Hence, the 9 PM brief now covers the following newspapers:
      1. The Hindu  
      2. Indian Express  
      3. Livemint  
      4. Business Standard  
      5. Times of India 
      6. Down To Earth
      7. PIB
    3. We have also introduced the relevance part to every article. This ensures that you know why a particular article is important.
  1. Since these changes are new, so initially the number of articles might increase, but they’ll go down over time.
  2. It is our endeavor to provide you with the best content and your feedback is essential for the same. We will be anticipating your feedback and ensure the blog serves as an optimal medium of learning for all the aspirants.
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UPPSC Mains Paper 6- Model Questions and Answers

Dear All, Team ForumIAS is pleased to provide the aspirants of UPPSC Mains, with the model solutions for GS Paper 6. The model solutions can serve as a reference to the aspirants to finetune their answer writing approach. For further practice- Join our UPPSC Mains Crash Course and Mains Test Series 1. How does the… Continue reading UPPSC Mains Paper 6- Model Questions and Answers

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Uttar Pradesh Millets Revival Programme

What are the main features of the Uttar Pradesh Millets Revival Programme? The Uttar Pradesh Millets Revival Programme was approved by the State Cabinet in 2023 to promote millet production, processing, and consumption. It aims to strengthen the millet value chain while improving farmers’ income and ensuring nutritional security. Main features The program will run… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh Millets Revival Programme

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Poorvanchal Expressway Project

What are the major benefits of the Poorvanchal Expressway Project? The Poorvanchal Expressway is a transformative infrastructure project aimed at boosting connectivity, economic growth, and regional development in Uttar Pradesh. Spanning 341 km, it links Lucknow to Ghazipur via Azamgarh, improving road infrastructure in Eastern Uttar Pradesh (Poorvanchal). The benefits of the Poorvanchal Expressway are… Continue reading Poorvanchal Expressway Project

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Empowerment and Welfare of Divyaangjan in Uttar Pradesh

What are the major schemes for Empowerment and Welfare of Divyaangjan in Uttar Pradesh? Article 41 of the Constitution upholds the rights of Divyangjans by directing the state to make provision for their access to work, education, and assistance. Aligning with this vision, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced various schemes for the empowerment and… Continue reading Empowerment and Welfare of Divyaangjan in Uttar Pradesh

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One District One Product Programme

What is the Skill Development Scheme under One District One Product Programme of the Government of Uttar Pradesh? One District One Product (ODOP) programme was launched in 2018 to promote unique local crafts, industries and products from each of UP’s 75 districts. It consists of four sub-schemes. The Skill Development Scheme is one of those.… Continue reading One District One Product Programme

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Lower Ganga Canal System

What are the key features and significance of the Lower Ganga Canal System in Uttar Pradesh? The Lower Ganga Canal System was started in 1878. It originates from the main Ganga canal in Narora, Bulandshahr and runs through the western and central UP. Fig. Lower Ganga Canal System Key features a) Cultivable command area >11lakh… Continue reading Lower Ganga Canal System

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Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor

What are the key features of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor? The Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) was announced in the Union Budget 2018-19 as one of two defense industrial corridors in India (alongside Tamil Nadu). Following are some of its key features: 1. Connects six nodes across UP – Aligarh, Agra, Jhansi,… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor

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Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Export Policy – 2019

How does the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Export Policy – 2019 strengthen the agricultural export activities in the State? The Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Export Policy 2019 (amended in 2021) aims to double agricultural exports to US$2524 million by 2024. The policy seeks to enhance the state’s export potential through following measures: 1. a) Multi-tiered governance structure… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Export Policy – 2019

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NAKSHA Scheme

News: The NAKSHA scheme, launched by the Union Rural Development has been making headlines due to its ambitious goal of modernizing urban land records. About NAKSHA Scheme The NAtional Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) is a new initiative launched under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). It is 100% centrally… Continue reading NAKSHA Scheme

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Gharial

News: Madhya Pradesh has emerged as a leader in gharial conservation, hosting over 80% of India’s total gharial population. The National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary, located in the state, recorded 2,456 gharials in 2024. About Gharial The gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) is a species of crocodilian known for its long, slender snout and fish-based diet. The name… Continue reading Gharial

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