Public sector banks(PSBs) has held a consultative process with their branch heads across the country to identify the issues and challenges faced by branches. This exercise was undertaken as part of a bottom-up approach to shape policies so that PSBs can act as a catalyst in making India a $5-trillion economy. The consultative process has… Continue reading PSU banks kick off nationwide exercise to boost credit demand across sectors
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Jaishankar to visit Dhaka to discuss bilateral ties
India’s External Affairs Minister will be on a two day visit to Bangladesh. The two countries are expected to review the status of all the issues and projects between the two sides. The visit is being viewed as important due to the upcoming publication of the National Register of Citizens in Assam which has drawn… Continue reading Jaishankar to visit Dhaka to discuss bilateral ties
PM to visit UAE, Bahrain from 23 Aug in bid to boost ties
Indian Prime Minister(PM) will be on a three day visit to Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates(UAE). During the UAE visit,Indian PM will be honoured with the “Order of Zayed” which is the highest UAE civilian award.It is conferred due to distinguished leadership of Prime Minister for giving a big boost to bilateral relations between… Continue reading PM to visit UAE, Bahrain from 23 Aug in bid to boost ties
Explained: How states are split into seats
The Parliament has passed the Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Bill,2019.The bill bifurcates the State into two separate union territories of Jammu and Kashmir(with legislature) and Ladakh (without legislature). According to the act,the number of seats in the Legislative Assembly of the UT of J&K would be increased from 107 to 114.The Act also specifies that… Continue reading Explained: How states are split into seats
PM Economic Advisory Council: Need to set up GST Council-like body for public spending
The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister(EAC-PM) has recommended a GST Council-like mechanism for the Centre and states to oversee public expenditure. EAC has said that fiscal consolidation issue as a reason behind this recommendation.The Centre’s fiscal deficit for 2019-20 is 3.3% of GDP. Hence,there are limits to public expenditure as there is a… Continue reading PM Economic Advisory Council: Need to set up GST Council-like body for public spending
5th Meeting of India-Nepal Joint Commission to be held in Kathmandu
The 5th Meeting of India-Nepal Joint Commission will be held in Kathmandu,Nepal.The meeting will be chaired by foreign ministers of both countries. India-Nepal Joint Commission was established in June 1987.The meetings are held alternately in Nepal and India.The last meeting of the Commission was held in New Delhi in 2016. The meeting will review the… Continue reading 5th Meeting of India-Nepal Joint Commission to be held in Kathmandu
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 17, 2019
Q.1) “Population control efforts need a focus on behavioural change at the societal level.” Comment. Answers Q.2) “A post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) would resolve many security problems and challenges in India.” Analyse. Answers Q.3) What are Microplastics? How it pose a danger to entire humanity and other organisms? Answers Q.4) What do… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 17, 2019
Must Read News Articles-August 19th 2019
GS-2 India, Bhutan natural partners: Modi No two countries in the world understand each other so well or share so much as India and Bhutan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. UAE to give Modi highest civilian award An External Affairs Ministry statement said Mr. Modi will visit the UAE on August 23 and 24, and… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-August 19th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 19th, 2019
Q.1) “Various Coastal states need to play an important role in overall development of ports and inland waterways for sustainable development.” Discuss. The Hindu Q.2) “No first use nuclear policy has helped India to establish itself as a responsible nuclear nation.” In light of this discuss whether India should change its nuclear policy or not?… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 19th, 2019
Know India Programme
A group of Indian Origin youth has visited India under ‘Know India Programme’(KIP). Know India Programme(KIP) is a flagship programme of Ministry of External Affairs.The programme has been in existence since 2003. The objective of the programme is to engage with Indian origin youth (between 18-30 years) to enhance their awareness about India, its cultural… Continue reading Know India Programme
