GS-2 Why are parliamentary standing committees necessary? In the backdrop of a number of Bills having been passed without scrutiny, why are parliamentary standing committees necessary? China proposes united front with India and emerging economies to counter trade headwinds China has flagged its interest in partnering India for building a united front of emerging economies… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-July 21st 2019
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10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #18 July 20, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – July 20, 2019
RTI Amendment Bill to be introduced in Lok Sabha today The Government has introduced a Bill to amend the Right to Information Act, 2005 in the Lok Sabha. The amendment bill proposes two fundamental changes. First, it proposes to change the tenure of the Central Information Commissioner (CIC) and Information Commissioner (IC) at the centre… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – July 20, 2019
7 PM | The terror debate | 20th July, 2019
Context: The changes proposed in ‘The National Investigation Agency (Amendment) Bill, 2019’. National Investigation Agency (NIA): The National Investigation Agency was set up in 2009 in the wake of the Mumbai terror attack through NIA Act, 2008. It provides for a national-level agency to investigate and prosecute offences listed in a schedule (schedule offences). Under… Continue reading 7 PM | The terror debate | 20th July, 2019
7 PM | Green shoots of economic growth | 20th July, 2019
Context: capital investment in agriculture and its impact on Indian economy Public investment in agriculture has played a vital role in promoting growth of agricultural output because it includes expenditures directed to agricultural infrastructure, research and development and education and training etc. Need for capital investment in agriculture: $ 5trillion economy: present government aiming to… Continue reading 7 PM | Green shoots of economic growth | 20th July, 2019
Daily Quiz #18 UPSC Prelims Marathon – July 20, 2019
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RTI Amendment Bill to be introduced in Lok Sabha today
The Government has introduced a Bill to amend the Right to Information Act,2005 in the Lok Sabha.The amendment bill proposes two fundamental changes. First,it proposes to change the tenure of the Central Information Commissioner(CIC) and Information Commissioner(IC) at the centre and state levels from five years or until the age of 65 years at present… Continue reading RTI Amendment Bill to be introduced in Lok Sabha today
WEF Centre, Telangana govt set to send medical supplies via drones
Telangana Government and the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Network has announced the ‘Medicine from the Sky’ project. The project aims to deliver emergency medical supplies such as blood and vaccines via drones.The project will run in partnership with the State Government and HealthNet Global Limited. The project will also help… Continue reading WEF Centre, Telangana govt set to send medical supplies via drones
Motihari- Amlekhgunj petroleum pipeline will be a game-changer for Nepal: Indian Ambassador
Indian Ambassador to Nepal has announced that Motihari- Amlekhgunj petroleum pipeline will start commercial operation by August,2019. The 69-kilometre long petroleum pipeline from Motihari in Bihar to Amelkhgunj in Nepal has been constructed by India. The project will reduce the huge transportation cost for Nepal.The commercial operation of the oil project will also ensure reduction… Continue reading Motihari- Amlekhgunj petroleum pipeline will be a game-changer for Nepal: Indian Ambassador
Simplify procedures to attract vendors: Piyush Goyal to GeM officials
Commerce and Industry Minister has asked officials of the Government e-Marketplace(GeM) to simplify the public procurement portal’s procedures. The government aims to achieve Rs 1 lakh crore in GeM’s gross merchandise volume in 2019-20. The minister has suggested measures such as (a)incentives for ministries procuring products and services through GeM (b)bringing in technical experts for… Continue reading Simplify procedures to attract vendors: Piyush Goyal to GeM officials
