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Geotail

News: CLASS, an instrument on Chandrayaan 2 had detected charged particles during the mission. This happened during the orbiter’s passage through the “geotail”. Facts: Geotail: The geotail is a region in space that allows the best observations. The region exists as a result of the interactions between the Sun and Earth. Once every 29 days,… Continue reading Geotail

Must Read News Articles-October 7th 2019

GS-2 NRC: Dhaka says it’s reassured by Narendra Modi’s briefing Dhaka will go by the assurances given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and not the public statements by other Indian leaders on the National Registration for Citizens (NRC) A Bill that undercuts key constitutional values There is ample evidence that the protection of minorities is… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 7th 2019

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 7th, 2019

Q.1) “Freedom of the press is a precious privilege that no country can forgo.” Discuss the significance of above statement. Do you think Indian Media is free? The Hindu Q.2) “Informal summits are seen as a platform for trust-building exercises.” In light of this statement critically examine the relevance and success of such informal summits… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 7th, 2019

Indian Council of World Affairs(ICWA)

News:Vice President of India has addressed the Governing Body of Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) in New Delhi. Facts: About ICWA: Indian Council of World Affairs(ICWA) was established in 1943 by a group of Indian intellectuals as think tank. It was established as a non-official, non-political and non-profit organisation under Registration of Societies Act… Continue reading Indian Council of World Affairs(ICWA)

Audio Odigos

News:Ministry of Tourism has launched the Audio Guide facility Audio Odigos for 12 sites of India (including Iconic Sites). Facts: About Audio Odigos: Audio guide Odigo offers the Government of India verified content with visuals & voice over support. The app allows tourists to enjoy a more enriching experience and takes them back to historical… Continue reading Audio Odigos

National Testing Agency

News:National Testing Agency has sought permission from the Central Government to use Aadhaar data for the 2020 NEET exam. Facts: About National Testing Agency: National Testing Agency (NTA) was established as a Society registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act, 1860. It is an autonomous and self-sustained testing organization to conduct entrance examinations for admission/fellowship… Continue reading National Testing Agency

Section 144

News:Maharashtra Police has imposed section 144 in Aarey Colony banning unlawful assembly following strong protests by activists against the felling of trees in the green zone for a Metro car shed. Facts: Section 144: Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) is imposed when there are apprehensions of breach of public peace and… Continue reading Section 144

Green Crackers

News:Government of India has launched green firecrackers in a bid to resolve the crisis of air pollution. Facts: Background: In October 2018,the Supreme Court had banned the manufacture, sale and use of firecrackers that are loud and toxic to man, animal and the environment.  The court had allowed for sale of green and improved crackers… Continue reading Green Crackers

Army Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (ABCWF)

News:Defence minister has approved enhancement of monetary assistance to Next of Kin(NoK) of all categories of Battle Casualty(BC) from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 8 lakh.The amount will be granted under ABCWF. Facts: About ABCWF: The Army Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (ABCWF) has been set up under Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare(ESW),Ministry of Defence The ABCWF… Continue reading Army Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (ABCWF)

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