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Factsheet for administration of COVID-19 Vaccine released

Synopsis: Government has released a Vaccine Fact sheet that contains guidelines for administering both vaccines (Covaxin and Covishield).  Background  Union Health Ministry has sent a comprehensive fact sheet for both vaccines (Covaxin and Covishield) to all states and immunisation officer.   The Centre has also asked the states and immunisation officers to disseminate the fact sheet to all programme managers, cold chain handlers, and vaccinators before the… Continue reading Factsheet for administration of COVID-19 Vaccine released

Need for social media Policies on hate and incitement

Synopsis- Social media platforms need clear policies on which they commit to a consistent refusal to help heads of state incite violence. Introduction- On January 6, when the extremists stormed the United States Capitol building, Trump’s social media accounts were active and communicating. After this incident, social media companies blocked particular communications including videos of… Continue reading Need for social media Policies on hate and incitement

UK  Report classified India among ‘difficult four’ countries

Synopsis: The report released by the Royal Institute of International Affairs (UK) recommends an arm’s length relationship with India due to rise of religious intolerance.  Back ground  Recently, the Royal Institute of International Affairs (UK) have proposed a blueprint titled “Global Britain, Global Broker”, for Britain’s future foreign policy after Brexit.  As a matter of concern for India, the report… Continue reading UK  Report classified India among ‘difficult four’ countries

New opportunities for India in Afghanistan

Synopsis: Change of power in the US has provided India with an opportunity to re-engage with Afghanistan.  Introduction   The National Security Advisor(NSA) Ajit Doval paid a 2-day visit to Kabul. It was the first trip to Afghanistan, by a top Indian official, since the start of Doha Talks between Taliban and Afghan republic representatives.  Both sides… Continue reading New opportunities for India in Afghanistan

Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 16th January, 2021

Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ For yesterday’s Current Affairs – Click Here GS-Paper 1 Making public notices optional under Special Marriage Act is a relief for inter-faith couples The Hindu Page – 6 Syllabus Topic – Society, communalism, diversity GS Paper 2 Vaccination against Covid-19… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 16th January, 2021

9 PM daily Current Affairs for UPSC| January 15, 2021

Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm daily current affairs for upsc   for you today GS Paper – 2 New opportunities for India in Afghanistan Factsheet for administration of COVID-19 Vaccine released UK  report classified India among ‘difficult four’ countries GS Paper – 3 Need for social media Policies on hate and incitement 9 PM for Preliminary examination  … Continue reading 9 PM daily Current Affairs for UPSC| January 15, 2021

Importance of Allahabad HC judgment on Special Marriage Act

Synopsis: The Allahabad high court’s recent decision to strike down the provisions of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 that make it mandatory for couples to publish a 30-day public notice of their intent to marry is a significant and much-needed correction. About the Special Marriage Act The Special Marriage Act was originally enacted in 1872 to provide… Continue reading Importance of Allahabad HC judgment on Special Marriage Act

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Jan 15,2021

USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills & Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme Facts: USTTAD Scheme: The scheme was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. Aim: To upgrade the capacity building and traditional skills of master craftsmen and artisans. Objectives: Capacity building and upgrading of the traditional skills of master craftsmen and artisans;… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Jan 15,2021

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