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Rajasthan’s State bird may be extinct soon

Rajasthan’s State bird may be extinct soon News The state bird of Rajasthan, Great Indian Bustard (GIB) has been declining in numbers over the past several years Important Facts Great Indian Bustard The Great Indian Bustard, one of the heaviest flying birds, was categorised as “critically endangered” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature… Continue reading Rajasthan’s State bird may be extinct soon

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India ranks third in research on artificial intelligence

India ranks third in research on artificial intelligence News An analysis by research agency Itihaasa, has ranked India third in the world in terms of high quality research publications in artificial intelligence (AI) Important Facts Methodology of the analysis: The agency had computed the number of citable documents in the field of AI between 2013… Continue reading India ranks third in research on artificial intelligence

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Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana News: The article discusses the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana. Facts: Objectives of the scheme: most productive mining areas in the country are largely areas inhabited by scheduled tribes hence the scheme is focused on: To implement various developmental and welfare projects/programs in mining affected areas that complement… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana

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Mumbai dance bars allowed to function by Supreme Court (SC).

Mumbai dance bars allowed to function by Supreme Court (SC). News: SC lifted the ban imposed by Maharashtra government to ban dance bars in the state. Facts: SC permitted dance performances by women in bars and removed the arbitrary rules put in place by the government to curb dance bars. SC struck down certain provisions… Continue reading Mumbai dance bars allowed to function by Supreme Court (SC).

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Restoration of Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace:

Restoration of Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace: News: Restoration of the Chowmahalla Palace to its age-old grandeur is being planned Important Facts: Historical Significance: Chowmahalla palace is palace of the Nizams of Hyderabad state and seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty Chowmahalla construction began in late 18th century and completed in mid of 19th century during reign… Continue reading Restoration of Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace:

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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 18, 2019

Archives Q.1) Recently, Manipur became the first to pass a law against lynching. Discuss the significance and limitations of the Manipur Protection from Mob Violence Bill, 2018 Answer: The Manipur Assembly recently passed the Manipur Protection from Mob Violence Bill, 2018, becoming the first state in India to pass a law on mob lynching. Provisions… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 18, 2019

7 PM | DGP appointment: SC dismisses pleas |18 January, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context The Supreme Court rejected a plea filed by five states to appoint the DGP through an internal state committee rather than UPSC. All five states (Punjab, West Bengal, Kerala, Bihar and Haryana)wanted modification in the apex court orders passed in 2006 which provided for directions pertaining police… Continue reading 7 PM | DGP appointment: SC dismisses pleas |18 January, 2019

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