Researchers have discovered a bird foot from 99 million years ago that had a hyper-elongated third toe.This is the first time such a foot structure has been observed in birds either extinct or living The researchers named it Elektorornis chenguangi. Elektronis means “amber bird”.It belongs to a group of extinct birds called Enantiornithes, the most… Continue reading Extinct bird had an extra long toe: study
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13, 2019
Q.1) “Trend of ‘jobless growth’ that was till recently confined largely, to the organised sector has now spread to other sectors of the economy”. Discuss in the context of latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (2017-18). What should be done to ensure inclusive growth? Answered Q.2) “The consolidated codes on labour laws to simplify and consolidate… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – July 13, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – July 13, 2019
Download the compilation of all summaries of all the news Articles here Defence Ministry signs MoU with IPFC and NRDC Defence Ministry has signed an MOU with the Intellectual Property Facilitation Cell (IPFC) and National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) in connection to the mission Raksha Gyan Shakti. The MOU aims to bridge the capacity shortfall… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – July 13, 2019
7 PM | Barking up the wrong tree | 13th July, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context: skill development in India. Skill development is critical for economic growth and social development. The demographic transition of India makes it imperative to ensure employment opportunities for more than 12 million youths entering working age annually. To enable employment ready workforce in the future, the youth need… Continue reading 7 PM | Barking up the wrong tree | 13th July, 2019
7 PM | Game of chicken that can end in disaster- On U.S -Iran crisis | 13th July, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context: U.S and Iran crisis and its impact on India. US – Iran Problem: 1979: The US and Iran are at loggerheads since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, which witnessed the overthrow of the Shah, an American ally in the Middle East, and brought Iran under a clerical regime… Continue reading 7 PM | Game of chicken that can end in disaster- On U.S -Iran crisis | 13th July, 2019
Defence Ministry signs MoU with IPFC and NRDC
Defence Ministry has signed an MOU with the Intellectual Property Facilitation Cell(IPFC) and National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) in connection to the mission Raksha Gyan Shakti. The MoU aims to bridge the capacity shortfall and provide a major fillip to the ongoing efforts of the Defence Ministry towards promoting a culture of Innovation and Intellectual… Continue reading Defence Ministry signs MoU with IPFC and NRDC
U.S. will consider ‘301 probe’ on India, says trade official
Indian and United States Trade Representative(USTR) has held discussions on various trade and economic issues. Deputy USTR has said that the US will consider 301 investigation against India if the trade issues between the two countries are not resolved. 301 probe is employed as a precursor to tariffs and other trade measures against a country.It… Continue reading U.S. will consider ‘301 probe’ on India, says trade official
Setting up of Neutrino Observatory
The Government of India has approved a project to build the India-based Neutrino Observatory(INO) at Pottipuram in Theni District of Tamil Nadu. A neutrino is a subatomic particle with no electric charge.They are considered to be the second most abundant particle in the universe after photons or light particles. Neutrinos were initially thought to be… Continue reading Setting up of Neutrino Observatory
International Cooperation Scheme
The Ministry of Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is implementing International Cooperation(IC) Scheme. The objectives of the scheme are (a)technology infusion and upgradation of Indian MSMEs (b)modernisation of MSMEs and (c)promotion of the exports of MSMEs. The scheme can be availed by (a)Central or State Government Organisations (b)Enterprise of Industry Associations and (c)registered societies or… Continue reading International Cooperation Scheme
