The Union Cabinet has approved the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Phosphatic and Potassic(P&K) fertilizers for the year 2019-20. This decision will help manufacturers and importers formalise supply contracts for fertilisers and fertiliser inputs and make them available to farmers during the current year. Government provides fertilizers, Urea and 21 grades of P&K fertilizers… Continue reading Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS)
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India’s manufacturing sector growth inches up to 52.5 in July: PMI
According to Nikkei India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, manufacturing activity increased to 52.5 in July,2019 from 52.1 in June,2019. PMI has improved as new work orders and output strengthened leading to moderate increase in employment.Apart from this,a key factor that is aiding sentiment among Indian manufacturers is the expectation of further monetary easing.… Continue reading India’s manufacturing sector growth inches up to 52.5 in July: PMI
Highly gratified by cooperation from ‘great friend’ India on Iran: U.S.
The United States has praised India for cooperating in enforcing the oil sanctions on Iran. This statement came after India has brought down the import of oil from Iran to almost zero. The tensions between the US and Iran have started after US had withdrawn from the 2015 nuclear deal that aimed to curb Iranian… Continue reading Highly gratified by cooperation from ‘great friend’ India on Iran: U.S.
Daily Quiz #2 UPSC Prelims Marathon – August 2, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 1, 2019
Q.1) “India faces the dual whammy of droughts and floods.” In light of this discuss the importance of river inter-linking in India. Answers Q.2) “Although there are various advantages of centralising and consolidating data, but it has serious associated risks and consequences.” Discuss. Answers Q.3) Discuss the need and significance of Consumer Protection Bill. How… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 1, 2019
Download : 10 PM Current Affairs Quiz Compilation for July, 2019
Download the 10 PM Current affairs Compilation for the month of July, 2019 by clicking the link given below:- 10 PM Quiz July, 2019 compilation : Click Here About 10 PM Current Affairs Quiz The 10 PM Daily Quiz is focused on UPSC Prelims 2018. It is a daily initiative containing 5-8 MCQs based on the important… Continue reading Download : 10 PM Current Affairs Quiz Compilation for July, 2019
Must Read News Articles-August 2nd 2019
Archives GS-2 Ayodhya land dispute: Supreme Court to consider mediation panel’s report The Supreme Court is likely to consider on Friday the “outcome” of mediation proceedings conducted by a panel set up to amicably resolve the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute in Ayodhya With district-wise data, Assam govt. pushes for NRC The Assam government pushed… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-August 2nd 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 2nd, 2019
Q.1) “India-Africa relation and trade is crucial for India to achieve $5 trillion economic goal”. Discuss. The Hindu Q.2) “Motor Vehicle Bill, 2019 will make Indian roads safer for travellers.” Comment. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss how farm ponds can benefit Indian farmers and agriculture sector? Discuss methods to resolve agricultural issues in India. The Hindu… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 2nd, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #1 August 1, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 1, 2019
‘India and U.S. very close to resolving all trade issues’ India’s Commerce Minister is planning to meet the U.S. Trade Representative.They will hold talks to resolve the differences over trade and investment. However,government officials have said that almost all issues have been resolved between the two countries.But the core area of disagreement which is market… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 1, 2019
