News:According to a report,a new Trojan called ‘Shopper malware’ is increasing its presence among smartphone users. Facts: About Shopper Malware: The Malware is targeting the retail applications.Around 14 percent of Indians have been affected by this malware. As the Trojan gains permission,it interacts with the system interfaces and capture every data being featured in the… Continue reading Shopper malware affects over 14% Indians: Kaspersky report
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7 PM |The value of the SC’s Kashmir order| 13th January 2020
Context: Supreme Court verdict on internet shutdown in Kashmir. More in news: Internet services in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are shut since the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5 last year Recently, the Supreme Court gave a judgement in response to petitions filed against the Internet shutdown and curbing of other civil liberties in the Jammu… Continue reading 7 PM |The value of the SC’s Kashmir order| 13th January 2020
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #60 January 13, 2020
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Daily Quiz #60 UPSC Prelims Marathon – January 13, 2020
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Must Read News Articles I 13th January 2020
GS -2 Tripura HC says social media posting a fundamental right Tripura HC in a landmark order, has said that posting on social media was tantamount to a fundamental right applicable to all citizens, including government employees. It has ordered the police to refrain from prosecuting a man who was earlier arrested over a social… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 13th January 2020
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 13, 2020
What is carbon tax? Do you think carbon tax can help in reducing air pollution in India? Suggest some measures to reduce air pollution in India. Answer What is financial inclusion? What are the challenges to financial inclusion in India? Discuss various government measures for the same. Answer The spread of dengue in India has… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 13, 2020
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 12th, 2020
Home Minister launches country’s first Cyber Crime Prevention Unit AASHVAST in Gandhinagar News:Home Minister has launched several Cyber initiative projects of the Gujarat police. Facts: About Cyber AASHVAST: Cyber Aashvast is an initiative started by the Cyber Crime Cell of the Gujarat Police. It will own an exclusive online portal that will have dedicated service… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 12th, 2020
Home Minister launches country’s first Cyber Crime Prevention Unit AASHVAST in Gandhinagar
News:Home Minister has launched several Cyber initiative projects of the Gujarat police. Facts: About Cyber AASHVAST: Cyber Aashvast is an initiative started by the Cyber Crime Cell of the Gujarat Police. It will own an exclusive online portal that will have dedicated service helpline for victims of cyber-crimes. Units under Cyber AASHVAST:There are four units… Continue reading Home Minister launches country’s first Cyber Crime Prevention Unit AASHVAST in Gandhinagar
Raisina Dialogue 2020 to host ministers from across globe
News:The Raisina Dialogue is to be held from January 14, 2020 in New Delhi. Facts: About Raisina Dialogue: The Raisina Dialogue is a multilateral conference committed to addressing the most challenging issues facing the global community. The dialogue is organised by the Ministry of External Affairs and Observer Research Foundation. Every year, global leaders in… Continue reading Raisina Dialogue 2020 to host ministers from across globe
India attends Hormuz Peace Initiative
News:India has recently attended the Hormuz Peace Initiative that was held in Tehran,Iran. Facts: About Hormuz Peace Initiative: The initiative was organized by Iran.It was attended by leading trade partners of Iran namely China, Oman, India and Afghanistan. It aims at stabilizing one of the world’s busiest shipping lane, the Strait of Hormuz in the… Continue reading India attends Hormuz Peace Initiative
