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Haryana brings more crops under ‘Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojna’

News:The Haryana government has decided to bring more crops under the ‘Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojna(BBY) scheme. Facts: About Bhavantan Bharpayee Yojna(BBY): The Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana was launched by the Haryana government in 2018. The scheme has been designed and developed for safeguarding the investment of the farmers. Under the scheme,the state agricultural department will fix the… Continue reading Haryana brings more crops under ‘Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojna’

External Affairs Minister attends 2nd edition of Paris Peace Forum

News: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has attended the second annual Paris Peace Forum in held in Paris, France from 11 to 13 November 2019 Facts: About Paris Peace Forum The Paris Peace Forum is an international event on global governance issues and multilateralism, held annually in Paris, France. The Forum convenes heads of states,… Continue reading External Affairs Minister attends 2nd edition of Paris Peace Forum

RAAH: A one-stop source of data on mental health centres, professionals

News:The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences(NIMHANS) has compiled a one-stop source online mental health care directory called RAAH app. Facts: About RAAH: RAAH is a mobile application that can be downloaded on Android and iOS platforms. It provides free information to the public on mental health care professionals and mental healthcare centres. Mental… Continue reading RAAH: A one-stop source of data on mental health centres, professionals

Explained: Why SBI expects India’s Q2 GDP to grow by just 4.2%

News:According to State Bank of India Ecowrap report,India’s GDP growth will slow down further in the second quarter(July to August),2019 to 4.2%. Facts: Highlights of the report: The report has forecasted GDP growth rate at 5 percent for FY 2019-20 from the earlier projection of 6.1 percent. The slowdown in growth will be due to… Continue reading Explained: Why SBI expects India’s Q2 GDP to grow by just 4.2%

C-295 transport plane clears cost negotiations

News:The Defence Ministry has concluded cost negotiations with Tata and Airbus for the purchase of Airbus C-295 transport aircraft as part of the Avro replacement programme of the Indian Air Force(IAF). Facts: About C-295: The Airbus C295 is a new generation tactical airlifter in the light and medium segment.It is manufactured by the Airbus Defence… Continue reading C-295 transport plane clears cost negotiations

Union Minister of State for Tourism and Culture(IC) meets the Kung Fu Nuns

News:Union Minister of State for Tourism and Culture(IC) has congratulated Kung Fu Nuns of the Drukpa Order on receiving the Asia Society’s prestigious Game Changer Award. Facts: About Kung Fu Nuns: Kung Fu Nuns are a community of nuns who belong to the Drukpa Lineage,a 1000-year-old Buddhist tradition that began in the Himalayas. The nuns… Continue reading Union Minister of State for Tourism and Culture(IC) meets the Kung Fu Nuns

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 12, 2019

Q.1) “Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is considered one of the most significant challenges the world faces today.” Discuss. Answers Q.2) “Paddy stubble burning in states neighbouring Delhi, is being seen as one of the reasons for the smog in the national capital. Change to a less water-guzzling crop will help address stubble burning.” Do you agree?… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 12, 2019

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