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Manipur tense over ‘unauthorised’ NSCN(IM) camp

Manipur has been under tension after Assam Rifles has issued warning against the National Socialist Council of Nagaland Isak-Muivah faction (NSCN-IM) for allegedly setting up unauthorized camps in Ukhrul district near the India-Myanmar border. Assam Rifles has accused the NSCN-IM of gross violation of existing ceasefire ground rules.The NSCN-IM had signed a peace accord with… Continue reading Manipur tense over ‘unauthorised’ NSCN(IM) camp

Cyclone Fani gathers force, to hit Odisha

The India Meteorological Department has said that Cyclone ‘Fani’ has intensified into a ‘severe cyclonic storm’ and is headed towards the Odisha coast. Further, it could also develop into ‘extremely severe cyclone’. In an ‘extremely severe cyclonic storm’, the wind speed goes up to 170-180 kmph and could touch 195 kmph. This has prompted the… Continue reading Cyclone Fani gathers force, to hit Odisha

Army invokes emergency powers for missiles deal

The Indian Army has approved the emergency purchase of 240 Spike anti-tank guided missiles made by Israel and Igla-S Very Short Range Air Defence Systems(VSHORAD) from Russia to meet immediate operational requirements. The procurement was approved under new financial powers for emergency procurements sanctioned by the Defence Ministry.The emergency power gives the Army vice chief… Continue reading Army invokes emergency powers for missiles deal

BCCI recommends Bumrah, Shami, Jadeja and Poonam Yadav for Arjuna award

The BCCI has recommended cricketers Mohammad Shami,Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Poonam Yadav for the Arjuna award.These nominees will now be considered by the Ministry of Youth affairs. The Arjuna Awards were established by the government of India in 1961. It is given by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.The honour recognizes outstanding… Continue reading BCCI recommends Bumrah, Shami, Jadeja and Poonam Yadav for Arjuna award

Passenger traffic at Indian airports grows 11.6% to 34.4 crore

According to the Airports Authority of India(AAI),airports in the country has witnessed a total of 34.4 crore passengers during financial year 2018-2019 registering a growth of 11.6%.These include domestic, international as well as those passengers who take chartered planes. However,overall growth rate of 11.6% is the slowest in the last three years.Earlier,Indian airports had seen… Continue reading Passenger traffic at Indian airports grows 11.6% to 34.4 crore

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 29, 2019

Archives Q.1) The model code of conduct has been violated by several candidates during campaigning for the Lok Sabha elections. Critically examine the power of election to take against such candidates and parties. Answer: The MCC is a set of norms for conduct and behavior of the political parties and candidates during elections. It aims… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – April 29, 2019

Genes of climate-resistant chickpea varieties identified

An international team led by the Hyderabad-based International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has identified genes for tolerance to drought and heat in chickpeas. The study has also mapped the origins of chickpea and its ascent in Asia and Africa. The study is a significant breakthrough as amidst rising temperatures and increasing… Continue reading Genes of climate-resistant chickpea varieties identified

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – April 30th, 2019

Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each other’s answer Q.1 In light of the recent attacks by ISIS and its presence in the Indian Subcontinent, how far do you think India’s counter-terrorism strategy is strong enough to insulate… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – April 30th, 2019

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