News:Scientists have discovered a new discovered species of frog named Microhyla eos from Arunachal Pradesh. Facts: About Microhyla: Microhyla are a group of narrow-mouthed frogs (subfamily Microhylinae) that is primarily and widely distributed in Asia. They are commonly known as ‘Rice Frogs’ or ‘Chorus Frogs’, the genus currently comprises of 49 recognised species. About the… Continue reading Microhyla eos
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Special Expenditure Observers
News:Election commission of India has appointed former IRS officers as special expenditure observers for Maharashtra polls. Facts: About Special Expenditure observers: The Special Expenditure Observers are appointed by the EC under the powers conferred under Article 324 of the Constitution and the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The special observers will be supervising and… Continue reading Special Expenditure Observers
India International Science Festival
News:The 5th edition of India International Science Festival (IISF) 2019 will be held at Kolkata from 5th to 8th November, 2019. Facts: About IISF: IISF is an annual event organised jointly by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Earth Sciences in association with Vijnana Bharati (Vibha). IISF aims to encourage the young minds… Continue reading India International Science Festival
Krishi Kisan App
News:Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has launched ‘Krishi Kisan App for Geo Tagging’. Facts: About the app: The Krishi Kisan App will provide farmers the information of best demonstration of high-yielding crops and seeds in their nearby area. Any farmer with high quality of crops can utilise this platform to demonstrate best practices… Continue reading Krishi Kisan App
Kerala police gear up to scan underworld of Internet
News:Kerala police has launched a programme called Cyberdome. Facts: About Cyberdome: Cyberdome is Kerala police department’s premier facility dedicated to prevent cybercrime and mitigate security threats to the State’s critical information infrastructure. The facility has state-of-the-art lab complete with enabling software to intervene and crack down on the rising criminal activities over the Darknet also… Continue reading Kerala police gear up to scan underworld of Internet
PM pushes to strengthen FATF
News:On the sidelines of the 74th UN General Assembly session,Indian Prime minister attended the Dialogue on Strategic Responses to Terrorist and Violent Extremist Narratives. Facts: The dialogue was organised by Jordan, France and New Zealand and attended by leaders of about 24 countries but did not include either China or Pakistan. Addressing the session,Indian Prime… Continue reading PM pushes to strengthen FATF
Daily Quiz #21 UPSC Prelims Marathon – September 25, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 24, 2019
Q.1) “India does not allow dual citizenship to its citizens, but Indian citizens carry dual identities”. Examine. Answers Q.2) “India has the potential to show the pathway to the world on accelerating action on climate change while pursuing its development interests.” Evaluate the statement in context of potential of India to emerge as a global… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 24, 2019
Must Read News Articles-September 25th 2019
GS-2 India, U.S. trade deal falls through Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump talk trade and terror. PM pushes to strengthen FATF as Imran calls blacklist part of India’s ‘agenda’ The meeting was organised by Jordan, France and New Zealand, and attended by leaders of about 24 countries. PM, MEA ministers hold over… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-September 25th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 25th, 2019
Q.1) “Collegium system is deeply flawed, and is in need of urgent remedy”. Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “Right to Internet access and digital literacy should be recognised as a right in itself.” Discuss in the light of digital inequalities in India. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss hazards and risks associated with space debris. Analyse the significance… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 25th, 2019
