News: The President has announced a few initiatives for gender advancement and equality in academic and research institutions on the National Science Day celebrations. Facts: About Vigyan Jyoti Scheme: Nodal ministry:Ministry of Science & Technology(DST). Coverage:The programme covers girl students from grade 9 to 12. Aim:To create a level-playing field for the meritorious girls in… Continue reading Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions
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International Women’s Day(IWD)
News:The Government of India has launched a special theme-based focused campaign from 1st-7th March in the run up to the International Women’s Day on 8th March,2020. Facts: The seven themes that are being observed by the Government of India include Education, Health and nutrition, Empowerment of women, Skills & entrepreneurship, Participation in sports, Rural women… Continue reading International Women’s Day(IWD)
EKAM Fest
News:Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment has inaugurated the week long Exhibition-cum-Fair “EKAM Fest” in New Delhi. Facts: About EKAM Fest: The word Ekam stands for Entrepreneurship, Knowledge, Awareness, Marketing.It also represents inclusiveness, oneness and unity. Aim:To a) promote entrepreneurship and knowledge among the Divyangjan/Persons with disabilities(PwDs) community b) generate awareness among society about… Continue reading EKAM Fest
ICGS Varad
News:The Indian Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Vessel(OPV), ICGS Varad has been commissioned into service. Facts: About ICGS Varad: ICGS Varad is the the fifth in the series of seven Vikram-class offshore patrol vessel vessels being constructed by Larsen and Toubro(L&T). The vessel is the first major defence ship to clear all the sea trials in… Continue reading ICGS Varad
Sanskruti Kunj Fair
News:The Eight day cultural fair called Vasantotsav was inaugurated at Sanskruti Kunj in Gandhinagar,Gujarat. Facts: About the Sanskruti Kunj fair: It is an annual festival organised by the Government of Gujarat to celebrate the rich diverse heritage of the country. The festival is often referred to as the state’s spring festival or Basant Mahotsava as… Continue reading Sanskruti Kunj Fair
Eurasian otter found in Chilika Lake
News:Researchers conducting a study in Odisha’s Chilika Lake have found the presence of fishing cats and Smooth-coated otters. Eurasian otters have also been spotted for the first time. Facts: Fishing cat: Geographic Range: South and Southeast Asia IUCN Status: Vulnerable Smooth-coated Otter: Geographic range: Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia IUCN Status: Vulnerable Eurasian Otter: Geographic… Continue reading Eurasian otter found in Chilika Lake
Water crisis looms large in Himalayan regions, finds study
News: According to a survey, published in the journal Water Policy, eight towns in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region of Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Pakistan were nearly 20%-70% deficient in their water supply. Facts: Key takeaways: Major Challenges faced: changing water budgets, increasing demand for water and water scarcity. Reasons for water crisis: poor water… Continue reading Water crisis looms large in Himalayan regions, finds study
India is host to 457 migratory fauna, shows latest CMS list
News: Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) for the first time compiled the list of migratory species of India under the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS). Facts: Globally, more than 650 species are listed under the CMS appendices The total number of migratory fauna from India is 457 species with birds comprising 83% (380 species) of… Continue reading India is host to 457 migratory fauna, shows latest CMS list
Must Read News Articles I 2nd March 2020
GS -1 A plural legacy more vital than ever The article talks about the importance of Jawaharlal Nehru legacy especially in the present time. His commitment to liberal democracy and plural democracy is more important today than ever. GS -2 A big, bad deal The USA signed deal with the Taliban in Doha, Qatar. The… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 2nd March 2020
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I March 2, 2020
1. What do you understand by the term ‘right to due process’? Discuss its significance in a democracy. Indian Express 2. Discuss India’s policy towards Afghanistan. Why is peace in Afghanistan important for India? The Hindu 3. India needs to engage with its neighbours for the realisation of its global ambitions. Comment. The Hindu 4.… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I March 2, 2020
