Archives Lessons from a tragedy The indigenous communities and settlers in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands must be equal stakeholders in a common future A prescription for the future While using cutting-edge technology, we need to find ways to continuously lower the cost of healthcare Ukraine declares martial law Emergency measures to be in place… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – November 28th, 2018
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Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 28, 2018
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) The Indian data localisation wave is the latest digital battleground between government and industry. Examine in the context of BN Srikrishna committee report Q.2) Migration from developing to… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 28, 2018
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz : November 27, 2018
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 27, 2018
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7 PM Daily Editorials Brief – November 27, 2018 (India’s Nuclear Triad)
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India’s Nuclear Triad
Context: INS Arihant, India’s first nuclear ballistic missile submarine, has completed its first “deterrence patrol”, operationalising India’s nuclear triad. What is Nuclear Triad? Nuclear Triad is a three-sided military-force structure consisting of land-launched nuclear missiles, nuclear-missile-armed submarines, and strategic aircraft with nuclear bombs and missiles. Nuclear Triad essentially has three major components-the strategic bombers, Inter… Continue reading India’s Nuclear Triad
Magnificent Mary: on making history at World Boxing Championships
Magnificent Mary: on making history at World Boxing Championships News: Indian legendary boxer MC Mary Kom recently clinched her record-equalling sixth World Boxing Championship gold in New Delhi. Important Facts: Mary Kom defeated Hanna Okhota of Ukraine 5-0 via unanimous decision in the 48kg category to win her sixth gold. Mary Kom’s other titles at… Continue reading Magnificent Mary: on making history at World Boxing Championships
RBI eases ECB hedging norms for companies
RBI eases ECB hedging norms for companies News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has eased hedging norms for companies that raise funds through external commercial borrowings (ECBs). Important Facts: According to a notification issued by the central bank, the mandatory hedge coverage has been reduced from 100% to 70% under Track I of the… Continue reading RBI eases ECB hedging norms for companies
SC seeks govt reply on petition challenging amendments to Prevention of Corruption Act
SC seeks govt reply on petition challenging amendments to Prevention of Corruption Act News: The Supreme Court issued a notice to the central government on a petition, filed by the Centre for Public Interest, against amendments to the Prevention of Corruption Act. Important Facts: Background: The Centre has notified amendments to the PC Act earlier… Continue reading SC seeks govt reply on petition challenging amendments to Prevention of Corruption Act
PIL urges Minimum Wages Act for domestic workers
PIL urges Minimum Wages Act for domestic workers News: Common Cause, along with the National Platform For Domestic Workers (NPDW) and Aruna Roy, has filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court (SC) pleading for directions by the Court to ensure fair and humane working conditions for domestic workers. Important Facts: The petition has pleaded… Continue reading PIL urges Minimum Wages Act for domestic workers
