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Labour Ministry launches Software Applications for five All India Surveys
What is the news? Union Minister for Labour has launched Software Applications and instruction manuals with questionnaires for five All India Surveys. The Labour Bureau is conducting these surveys. The Bureau is an attached office of the Ministry of Labour & Employment. About All India Surveys? The five All India Surveys, which are being undertaken by… Continue reading Labour Ministry launches Software Applications for five All India Surveys
Elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
What is the News? 6 elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is located in Odisha’s Kalahandi district. Haemorrhagic septicaemia(HS) It is a contagious bacterial disease caused by the bacteria Pasteurella multocida. In this disease, the respiratory tract and lungs of the animals are affected, leading to severe pneumonia. Vulnerable Group:… Continue reading Elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
Govt releases new “Public Sector Enterprise Policy”
What is the news? The Government of India has released a new ‘Public Sector Enterprise Policy’. About ‘Public Sector Enterprise Policy’: The policy classifies public sector commercial enterprises into the strategic and non-strategic sector: Strategic Sector: There would be a maximum of four public sector companies in strategic sectors. State-owned firms in other segments would… Continue reading Govt releases new “Public Sector Enterprise Policy”
Prime Minister launches “Mahabahu-Brahmaputra Programme” in Assam
What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched multiple initiatives in Assam. It includes the Mahabahu-Brahmaputra Programme and the 2 bridges across the Brahmaputra. Mahabahu-Brahmaputra Programme: Aim: It will provide seamless connectivity to the Eastern parts of India. It includes various development activities for the people living around River Brahmaputra and River Barak. Key… Continue reading Prime Minister launches “Mahabahu-Brahmaputra Programme” in Assam
[Downloads] Prelims Marathon Compilation – February, 2021 – 1st week
Hello everyone, We are posting compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of February, 2021 – First week. Click on the following link to download Prelims Compilation for the month of February, 2021 – First week About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focussed on UPSC Prelims 2020. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10… Continue reading [Downloads] Prelims Marathon Compilation – February, 2021 – 1st week
[UPSC Interview Transcript #32] :Bhosale Sir Board, Jharkhand Home State, Maithili Literature Optional, Playing Cricket Hobby
Duration: 35 mins Board: Bhosale Sir Optional: Maithili Literature Employee: AFHQ(Armed Forces Headquarters) 2017 Home state: Jharkhand Hobby: Playing cricket Chairman You seem familiar? ( I had given my interview last year on the same board and had got very low marks) So, you got the service? ( No Sir, I was selected in 2017… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #32] :Bhosale Sir Board, Jharkhand Home State, Maithili Literature Optional, Playing Cricket Hobby
Factors affecting present inflation level in India
Synopsis: The recent January 2021 retail inflation data provides relief to monetary authorities. Consumer Price Index (CPI) stood at 4.06% which is a desired outcome for ensuring macroeconomic stability. Background: The inflation had remained above the RBI’s threshold mark of 6% for six months till November. The ideal range of CPI is 2-6%. In January… Continue reading Factors affecting present inflation level in India
Importance of COVID 19 learnings in fight against tuberculosis
Synopsis: The COVID 19 pandemic has given an opportunity to India for combating other respiratory diseases like Tuberculosis (TB). The learnings from the pandemic can be used to control the spread of TB. Background: The first case of COVID 19 was reported on 30th January 2020. After that, the disease claimed the lives of 1,54,000… Continue reading Importance of COVID 19 learnings in fight against tuberculosis
Importance of Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover
Synopsis: NASA’s Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover touched down on the Martian surface. The results of the experiment will determine the quest for life on Mars and the future manned mission to Mars. Introduction Perseverance mission is the most advanced, most expensive, and most sophisticated mobile laboratory sent to Mars. The results will determine the next… Continue reading Importance of Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover
