Archives GS 2 Centre proposes to hike pensions Ahead of the 2019 election, the Rural Development Ministry has proposed that the monthly pensions of the elderly poor, disabled and widows be increased from the current ₹200 to ₹800. For those above the age of 80, the proposal is to increase the pension from ₹500 to… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – January 22nd, 2019
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Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – January 22, 2019
Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers Q.1) Oxfam International Inequality report Public Good or Private Wealth reflects the gap between the rich and poor, considering the findings of report discuss the various dimensions how public… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – January 22, 2019
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7 PM | DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND ITS IMPACT ON CHILDREN AND YOUTH | 21 January, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Introduction: Digital technology has transformed the world and changed the social landscape. As the influence of digital technology has increased by leaps and bounds, the debate around its impact on the children and youth has become significant. Fast Facts: According to The State of the World’s Children 2017:… Continue reading 7 PM | DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND ITS IMPACT ON CHILDREN AND YOUTH | 21 January, 2019
7 PM | Oxfam inequality Report | 21 January, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here News: Oxfam Inequality report “Public Good or Private Wealth” reflects the gap between the rich and poor in this world. About Oxfam International: • Oxfam International was established in 1995 by a group of independent non-governmental organizations. Main objective of organisation was to work together for reducing poverty… Continue reading 7 PM | Oxfam inequality Report | 21 January, 2019
7 PM | State PSUs: | 21 January, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here After independence major thrust was given to economic development with social perspective. With the adoption of the method of central planning by the government, the setting up of government owned commercial establishments (PSUs) was initiated, both by Centre and state governments in their respective fields. Today the role of… Continue reading 7 PM | State PSUs: | 21 January, 2019
Flamingo fete a huge draw at Pulicat lake
Flamingo fete a huge draw at Pulicat lake News: Three days flamingo festival started in Pulicat region Important Facts: Flamingo Festival: Flamingo Festival is held every year to promote tourism in Pulicat and Nellapattu Flamingo Festival is being organized for last 12 years Over 9,000 migratory birds arrive(mainly from Siberia) at Pulicat region for breeding… Continue reading Flamingo fete a huge draw at Pulicat lake
ASI finds 2,300-year-old artefacts in Odisha
ASI finds 2,300-year-old artefacts in Odisha News: Archeological Survey of India finds 2,300-year-old artefacts in Odisha Important Facts: Artefacts believed to be 2,300-year-old at the Asurgarh Fort in Odisha’s Kalahandi district. It reveals a number of brick structures. Wedge shaped bricks are also noticed in the circular structures. Most of the structures have terracotta tiles… Continue reading ASI finds 2,300-year-old artefacts in Odisha
Detecting the movement of illegitimate funds is a challenging task
Detecting the movement of illegitimate funds is a challenging task Money Laundering: Money laundering is a process of converting illegitimate money into legitimate money to avoid law enforcement agencies scrutiny Illegitimate Money and Money Laundering: Illegitimate money drives the world of crime and money laundering is oxygen line which assist illegitimate money to thrive Forms… Continue reading Detecting the movement of illegitimate funds is a challenging task
