The big squeeze News: Iran is reeling under the impact of reimposed sanctions after U.S. walked out of the nuclear deal. Important facts: 2. Iran’s currency rial has lost over 50% of its value this year, pushing up prices and compelling consumers to convert their savings into gold and other assets. 3. Any additional squeeze… Continue reading The big squeeze
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Ways to read the Constitution
Ways to read the Constitution Article: Thulasi K. Raj is a lawyer has talked about the women religious rights in context of Sabrimala temple entry. Important Analysis: 2. Ban on entry in temple for women of certain ages raises the concern over religious freedom, gender equality and the right of women to worship. 3. According to… Continue reading Ways to read the Constitution
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 23, 2018
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Govt. scraps scientific panels, forms council
Govt. scraps scientific panels, forms council News: Government to bring Prime Minister’s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC). Important News: 2. In a recent move, government has replaced two scientific advisory committee (SAC)for Prime Minister and Cabinet with 9 member PM-STIAC 3. The PM-STIAC will be chaired by the government’s Principal Scientific Advisor. 4.… Continue reading Govt. scraps scientific panels, forms council
From unemployment to weaver shortage
From unemployment to weaver shortage News: Boom in powerloom industry in Sircilla textile town due to Bathukamma sarees. Important News: 2. Telangana Government has placed bulk order for weaving 90 lakhs Bathukamma sarees. 3. Bathukamma sarees will be distributed during Bathukamma festival in October. 4. This move of the government has brought prosperity in Sircilla… Continue reading From unemployment to weaver shortage
India’s most polluted: 30% have no cleanup plan
India’s most polluted: 30% have no cleanup plan News: Central pollution Control Board shows concern over non-submission of climate plan. Important Facts: 2. Most polluted cities in India are not showing interest to submit pollution mitigationplan. 3. Out of 102 polluted alarming cities, only 73 have submitted a plan to the CPCB. 4. Some cities… Continue reading India’s most polluted: 30% have no cleanup plan
China’s ‘Type 002’ begins sea trials
China’s ‘Type 002’ begins sea trials News: Sea Trail by China “TYPE 002” aircraft carrier. Important News: 2. TYPE 002 is China’s second aircraft carrier which started its second phase of sea trial. 3. Liaoning was the first Chinese warship brought from Ukraine. 4. Sea trails are important to confirm the functionality of new Ship… Continue reading China’s ‘Type 002’ begins sea trials
Rohingya ask UN to deliver justice
Rohingya ask UN to deliver justice News: Rohingya leaders welcomed the order of investigation and prosecution againstMyanmar Leaders. Important Facts: 2. Brutal attack by Military officers in Myanmar has led to migration of 7,00,00 Rohingya Muslims to Bangladesh. 3. Recently, United Nation fact finding mission has passed an order to investigate and prosecute Army Generals… Continue reading Rohingya ask UN to deliver justice
Pieces of the Asian dream
Pieces of the Asian dream Article: Syed Munir Khasru, has talked about India’s strategies towards Asia-Pacific region. Important Analysis: 2. Recently, Involvement of Indian PM in various dialogue and Summit has led to analysis of Indian strategy in Asia-Pacific region. 3. It also talks about what would be India strategy when China and USA are… Continue reading Pieces of the Asian dream
SC finds audit of child shelters ‘frightening’
SC finds audit of child shelters ‘frightening’ News: Supreme Court shows concern over preliminary report submitted by National Commission and Protection of Child rights. Important Facts: 2. NCPCR is carrying out an audit of child care institutions (CCIs) and other bodies such as children homes, open shelters, observation homes, special homes, places of safety, and… Continue reading SC finds audit of child shelters ‘frightening’
