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Jharkhand is now ODF, says CM

Jharkhand is now ODF, says CM News: Chief minister Raghubar Das has declared Jharkhand open defecation free (ODF) on its 18th statehood day. The state has achieved its target a year ahead of the ODF deadline. Important Facts: The state has constructed of more than 33 lakh toilets in rural Jharkhand against the requirement of… Continue reading Jharkhand is now ODF, says CM

Another orbit: on GSAT29 launch

Another orbit: on GSAT29 launch News: The Indian Space Research Organisation recently successfully launched its latest communication satellite GSAT-29, which was put in its orbit by India’s heavy-lift rocket Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-Mk III). Important Facts: About GSLV MkIII: With a liftoff mass of 640 tonnes, the GSLV MkIII is the heaviest launch vehicle… Continue reading Another orbit: on GSAT29 launch

SC pulls up States for not recruiting judges

SC pulls up States for not recruiting judges News: The Supreme Court (SC) recently pulled up the state governments and their respective high courts for the delay in filling up the vacant posts in higher and subordinate judiciary and infrastructure for the functioning of the courts. Important Facts: A SC bench headed by Chief Justice… Continue reading SC pulls up States for not recruiting judges

Vietnam opposes military alliances in region: envoy

Vietnam opposes military alliances in region: envoy News: Vietnam recently expressed its non-committment in backing the “Quad” or quadrilateral coalition among India, the US, Japan and Australia, saying it welcomes any initiative to bring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region but is opposed to the formation of any military alliance. Important Facts: Vietnam Concerns:… Continue reading Vietnam opposes military alliances in region: envoy

Modi calls for inclusive Indo-Pacific

Modi calls for inclusive Indo-Pacific News: Recently India called for enhancing multilateral cooperation and economic and cultural ties among member-nations at the 13th East Asia Summit in Singapore held recently. Important Facts: It was Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 5th East Asia Summit (EAS). India has been participating in the EAS since its very inception in… Continue reading Modi calls for inclusive Indo-Pacific

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 16, 2018

Archives Q1) What is Gene editing? What are the benefits and challenges associated with gene editing? Answer: Genome editing technologies allow changes to an organism’s DNA where genetic material can be added, removed, or altered at particular locations in the genome. Benefits: Editing crops to withstand harsher growing conditions, or to include naturally occurring pesticides… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 16, 2018

Must Read News Articles – November 17th, 2018

Archives GS 2 A.P., West Bengal withdraw ‘general consent’ for CBI investigations Andhra Pradesh on Friday withdrew the “general consent” granted to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), effectively curtailing the agency’s powers in the State without prior permission. Maternity leave: govt. for incentive scheme In a bid to encourage employers, especially in the private… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – November 17th, 2018

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