News: Global Diplomacy Index 2019 has been released. About Global Diplomacy Index: The index is an analysis of the number of embassies and consulates maintained by countries around the world. In 2019, the index ranked 61 countries. It is published by Sydney-based Lowey Institute. Key Takeaways from Global Diplomacy Index 2019 China has overtaken the… Continue reading Global Diplomacy Index 2019
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DAC approves Rs 22,800 crore for rifle sights, aircraft, and choppers
News: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved capital procurement worth Rs 22,800 crore. Facts: The projects that were approved include: thermal imaging-based night sights for assault rifles, Long range anti-submarine warfare P8I aircraft. o The P8I aircraft will be used by the Navy and will enhance its capabilities for maritime coastal surveillance, Anti-Submarine… Continue reading DAC approves Rs 22,800 crore for rifle sights, aircraft, and choppers
1st International Conference on “Landslides Risk Reduction and Resilience-2019”
News: The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs inaugurated the 1st International Conference on “Landslides Risk Reduction and Resilience” in Delhi. The conference has been organised by the National Institute of Disaster Management. Facts: About the Conference: The conference has been organised by the National Institute of Disaster Management. The aim of the Conference… Continue reading 1st International Conference on “Landslides Risk Reduction and Resilience-2019”
EU declares climate emergency
News: The European Union (EU) has approved a resolution declaring a climate and environmental emergency in Europe and globally. It has thus become the first multilateral bloc to declare a climate emergency. Facts: Climate emergency is a call for governments across the world to change their behaviour towards the climate and biodiversity. EU Resolution on… Continue reading EU declares climate emergency
National Water Policy
News: In order to meet the present challenges in water sector, The Jal Shakti Ministry has finalised a committee to draft a new National Water Policy (NWP). Facts: About the Committee: It will be chaired by Mihir Shah, who is a former Planning Commission member and a water expert. The committee has 10 principal members.… Continue reading National Water Policy
Yuwaah Youth Skilling Initiative
News: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in association with the Ministry of Women and Child Development, launched YuWaah- (Generation Unlimited India) on 1st November 2019. Facts: About YuWaah: It is India’s national initiative linked to the global Generation Unlimited movement. It is a multi-stakeholder alliance. It aims to facilitate youth to gain relevant skills for… Continue reading Yuwaah Youth Skilling Initiative
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 29th, 2019
“Has the Governor been acting more of an ‘agent of the centre’ rather than being the ‘constitutional head of state’. Analyse in the light of recent controversies involving the post of Governor in India. The Hindu “ISRO has been one of the best performing Public Sector Undertakings in India. However, an involvement with the… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 29th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #25 November 29, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 28th, 2019
RBI revises framework on currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries News:The Reserve Bank has said that it has put in place a revised framework on currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries for 2019-2022. Facts: About currency swap arrangement: A currency swap between countries is an agreement to exchange currencies with predetermined terms and conditions. The… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 28th, 2019
RBI revises framework on currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries
News:The Reserve Bank has said that it has put in place a revised framework on currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries for 2019-2022. Facts: About currency swap arrangement: A currency swap between countries is an agreement to exchange currencies with predetermined terms and conditions. The countries engage in currency swaps with foreign counterparts to meet… Continue reading RBI revises framework on currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries
