News: A survey of five beaches in the Great Nicobar islands have recorded the presence of plastics. The study was published in the journal Current Science. Facts: Key findings of the Survey About 10 countries including India contributed to the plastic litter in the island. They were Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam, India, Myanmar,… Continue reading Plastic Pollution in Great Nicobar Island
Author: ForumIAS
Must Read News Articles-October 14th 2019
GS-2 Education for mothers directly linked to better nutrition for children: survey Pan-India study of 1.2 lakh children by Health and Family Welfare Ministry shows children received better diets with higher levels of schooling among mothers Nepal, China ink road connectivity deal Kathmandu to import more from Beijing; Chinese banks to open branches in Nepal… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 14th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 14th, 2019
Q.1) “To achieve its economic goals and to realise ‘Asian Century’ India need to work with the other civilisational power, like China.” Discuss. The Hindu Q.2) “Populist measures like highly subsidised food and goods although help poor but is an unsustainable policy measure and not a permanent solution.” Comment. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss how different… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 14th, 2019
Bangladesh, Nepal to grow faster than India: World Bank report
News:The World Bank has released its South Asia Economic Focus report, 2019. Facts: Key takeaways from the report: The report is titled “Exports Wanted”.It highlights the export potential of the South Asian region being not used to the fullest. The report says that Bangladesh and Nepal are growing faster than India. However, it said that… Continue reading Bangladesh, Nepal to grow faster than India: World Bank report
Kartarpur corridor
News:Indian Prime Minister will inaugurate the Kartarpur corridor on November 8,2019. Facts: About Kartarpur corridor: The Kartarpur Corridor is a 4km long corridor comprising border gates, road and a bridge to link Dera Baba Nanak gurdwara in Gurdaspur district in India to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan. The corridor is aimed at allowing the… Continue reading Kartarpur corridor
Explained: What is elastocaloric effect?
News:According to researchers, the elastocaloric effect, if harnessed may be able to do away with the need of fluid refrigerants used in fridges and air-conditioners. Facts: The fluids used in fridges and air-conditioners are susceptible to leakages and can contribute to global warming. About Elastocaloric effect: When rubber bands are twisted and untwisted, it produces… Continue reading Explained: What is elastocaloric effect?
SARAS Aajeevika Mela
News: Ministry of Rural Development is organising SARAS Aajeevika Mela at India Gate Lawns from 10th October to 23rd October, 2019. Facts: About Saras Aajeevika Mela: SARAS Aajeevika Mela is an initiative under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY – NRLM). The Mela is organised by Council for Advancement of People’s Action… Continue reading SARAS Aajeevika Mela
mHariyali
News: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs has launched the mobile app, “mHariyali”. Facts: About the app: The app is aimed to encourage Public engagement in planting trees and other such Green drives. The App also provides for automatic geo-tagging of plants. This app will also enable nodal officers to periodically monitor the plantation. Why… Continue reading mHariyali
India-China Informal summit
News:Chinese President and Indian Prime minister has held the second Informal Summit in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu on October 11-12. Facts: The first India- China informal summit had invoked the ‘Wuhan spirit’, whereas the second informal India-China summit has called for ‘Chennai Connect’. Key takeaways from the summit: India and China have decided to set up… Continue reading India-China Informal summit
Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme
News:Prime Minister has chaired a meeting on ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme. Facts: About Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat was announced by the Prime Minister on 31st October,2015 on the occasion of the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The scheme aims to promote engagement amongst the people of different states/UTs… Continue reading Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme
