A Giant fish is declared extinct — how do scientists conclude that? News: Chinese researchers, based on the Red List criteria of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), have concluded that Chinese Paddlefish is extinct. Facts: Chinese paddlefish, also known as the Chinese swordfish lived in Yangtze River in China. It dated back… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 11th, 2020
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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 11, 2020
1. What is Corporate Governance? What are the weaknesses in corporate governance in India? Also, discuss the importance of ethically-based corporate governance. The Hindu 2. What are the major varieties of coal in India? Discuss various issues associated with coal mining in India? The Hindu 3. Discuss the role and significance of Chief of Defence… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 11, 2020
Purvodaya:Accelerated development of Eastern India through an Integrated Steel Hub
News:Ministry of steel in partnership with CII and JPC is organising the launch of Purvodaya-Accelerated Development of Eastern Region through an Integrated Steel hub. Facts: Background: The Eastern region of India though extremely rich in resources lags behind other states in terms of development. Hence,the Integrated Steel Hub was launched in Eastern states of India… Continue reading Purvodaya:Accelerated development of Eastern India through an Integrated Steel Hub
RBI chalks out financial inclusion strategy for 2024
News:The Reserve Bank of India has released the national strategy for financial inclusion. Facts: About the strategy: The national strategy for financial inclusion sets forth the vision and key objectives of financial inclusion policies in India. It also aims to provide access to formal and affordable financial services; broaden and deepen financial inclusion and promote… Continue reading RBI chalks out financial inclusion strategy for 2024
3 Indian cities under world’s 10 fastest growing cities: Economist Intelligence Unit
News:The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has released a survey on the world’s fastest-growing urban areas in the World. Facts: About the survey: The survey was based on the United Nations(UN) Populations data. The survey has defined urban area as (a)All places with a municipality, corporation, cantonment board among others (b) Areas with a minimum population… Continue reading 3 Indian cities under world’s 10 fastest growing cities: Economist Intelligence Unit
SBI announces ‘residential builder finance with buyer guarantee’ scheme
News:State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a ‘residential builder finance with buyer guarantee’ (RBBG) scheme. Facts: About the scheme: The scheme aims to give a push to residential sales and improve home buyers confidence. Under this scheme,the SBI will issue a guarantee for completion of select residential projects to customers who have availed home… Continue reading SBI announces ‘residential builder finance with buyer guarantee’ scheme
India’s oil demand growth is set to overtake China by mid-2020s: IEA
News:The International Energy Agency(IEA) has released the India’s Energy Policy Report. Facts: About the report: The report has been prepared by the International Energy Agency(IEA) in collaboration with NITI Aayog. The report aims to assist the government in meeting its energy policy objectives by setting out a range of recommendations in each area with a… Continue reading India’s oil demand growth is set to overtake China by mid-2020s: IEA
Andhra Pradesh CM Launches Amma Vodi Scheme
News:Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister has launched the flagship ‘Amma Vodi’ scheme’. Facts: About ‘Amma Vodi’ scheme’: The scheme aims to provide direct financial assistance annually to poor and financially weak mothers or guardians to support them in educating their children. Under the scheme,the students belonging to Below Poverty Line and students studying in classes I… Continue reading Andhra Pradesh CM Launches Amma Vodi Scheme
This word means: Coronavirus
News:Scientist has said that the mysterious respiratory illness that has affected dozens of people in a Chinese city may be caused by a new coronavirus. Facts: About Coronavirus: A coronavirus is a common form of virus that typically causes upper-respiratory tract illness.The infections can range from common cold to others causing severe respiratory and intestinal… Continue reading This word means: Coronavirus
Citizens can soon file grievances on CPGRAMS portal in Indian languages
News:During DARPG Hackathon,Minister of Personnel,Public Grievances and Pensions has said that citizens can soon lodge their grievances on the CPGRAMS portal in Indian languages. Facts: About DARPG Hackathon: Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances under Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions is conducting an Online Hackathon for inviting innovative solutions for the Citizen… Continue reading Citizens can soon file grievances on CPGRAMS portal in Indian languages
