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Must Read News Articles-October 1st 2019

GS-2 Natural for India to introduce its language in global stage, says Jaishankar There are some 19,500 languages and dialects spoken in India; almost all Indians speak one of 22 scheduled languages. Kerala tops Niti Aayog’s School Education Quality Index; U.P. is worst performer There are huge differences in the quality of school education across… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 1st 2019

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 1st, 2019

Q. 1) “The claim that there can be a neat insulation of internal issues of a country from global concerns is antithetical to the rationale of all global institutions.” In light of discuss how India should tackle Pakistan’s false narratives and Kashmir at various global platforms. Q. 2) “Despite of deep ties, India and Sri… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 1st, 2019

9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 30th, 2019

National Nutrition Survey News:The first-ever comprehensive National Nutrition Survey has been conducted by the Government of India. Facts: About the National Nutrition Survey: The survey has been conducted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the United Nations Children’s Fund(UNICEF) to measure malnutrition. The survey recorded not only micronutrient deficiencies but also details… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 30th, 2019

National Nutrition Survey

News:The first-ever comprehensive National Nutrition Survey has been conducted by the Government of India. Facts: About the National Nutrition Survey: The survey has been conducted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the United Nations Children’s Fund(UNICEF) to measure malnutrition. The survey recorded not only micronutrient deficiencies but also details of non-communicable diseases… Continue reading National Nutrition Survey

INS ‘Nilgiri’

News:Defence minister has launched Navy’s first new stealth frigate,INS ‘Nilgiri’ at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in Mumbai. Facts: About INS Nilgiri: INS Nilgiri is the first of the Indian Navy’s seven new stealth frigates with enhanced stealth features,weapons and sensors.  It is the first ship of the P-17A frigates. Project 17-A: The Project 17A is… Continue reading INS ‘Nilgiri’

Kerala CM launches capacity development programme for women entrepreneurs

News:Kerala Chief Minister has launched the Kerala edition of WING-Women Rise Together. Facts: WING is an initiative by Startup India,Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade(DPIIT). The programme aims to identify and support aspiring and established women entrepreneurs by providing them access to incubation, investors and various business support services.  Kerala Startup Mission(KSUM) along… Continue reading Kerala CM launches capacity development programme for women entrepreneurs

Election Commission cuts short disqualification term for Sikkim Chief Minister

News:The Election commission has reduced the Sikkim chief minister disqualification period by almost five years under a provision of electoral law. Facts: Background: Prem Singh Tamang was appointed as Sikkim Chief minister in May, 2019.But he needs to be elected to the Assembly within six months of his appointment. However,he was barred from contesting polls… Continue reading Election Commission cuts short disqualification term for Sikkim Chief Minister

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