News: The cosmic web has been imaged on a large scale for the first time. The study has been published in the journal Science. Facts: Cosmic Web: Galaxies across the universe are connected by a complex structure made up of filaments of dark matter and sheets of hydrogen gas. The network connecting these intergalactic filaments… Continue reading Cosmic Web
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 4, 2019
Q.1) “In a multi-polar world, it is very difficult for India to balance between rival nations.” In light of this discuss how India should manage its interests in a multi-polar world? Answers Q.2) “There is scope for India Bangladesh ties to move to the next level, based on cooperation, coordination and consolidation.” Comment. Answers Q.3)… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 4, 2019
Must Read News Articles-October 5th 2019
GS-2 In a first, US lawmakers take a step against Kashmir Senate panel adds appeal to end the “humanitarian crisis” in Kashmir in its report. Web of deception: On NEET impersonation scam The government must monitor the NEET admission process to guard against fraud In search of the Wuhan spirit At the Mamallapuram summit, India… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 5th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 5th, 2019
Q.1) “Cooperative banks over the years have extended the credit to rural India helping in rural development.” In light of this discuss the impact of recent Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank crisis on overall rural development and lending. The Hindu Q.2) “For containment of corruption and holding government accountable to the governed it is… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 5th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #3 October 4, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – October 4th, 2019
PRAKASH portal News:Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy(IC) and Union Minister of Coal has launched PRAKASH portal. Facts: About the portal: PRAKASH stands for Power Rail Koyla Availability through Supply Harmony. The portal aims at bringing better coordination for coal supplies among all stakeholders namely Ministry of Power, Ministry of… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – October 4th, 2019
7 PM | Co-operative banks: Is dual regulation the problem? | 4th October, 2019
Context: Cooperative banking in India and the recent Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank crisis. More in news: In late September, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed restrictions on withdrawals from the Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank, one of the largest urban cooperative lenders. The RBI has imposed lending restrictions on PMC Bank,… Continue reading 7 PM | Co-operative banks: Is dual regulation the problem? | 4th October, 2019
Daily Quiz #3 UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 4, 2019
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PRAKASH portal
News:Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy(IC) and Union Minister of Coal has launched PRAKASH portal. Facts: About the portal: PRAKASH stands for Power Rail Koyla Availability through Supply Harmony. The portal aims at bringing better coordination for coal supplies among all stakeholders namely Ministry of Power, Ministry of Coal, Coal… Continue reading PRAKASH portal
Exercise Nomadic Elephant
News:The 14th edition of India – Mongolia joint military training named Exercise Nomadic Elephant-XIV will commence from 5th Oct 2019. Facts: About the exercise: Exercise Nomadic Elephant is a joint military exercise between India and Mongolia. The exercise will be conducted from at Bakloh,Himachal Pradesh. The exercise is aimed at training troops in counter insurgency… Continue reading Exercise Nomadic Elephant
