Source: Click here News: North Kerala has been put on high alert after an 11-year-old boy died and 20 suspected cases of shigella bacterial infection were reported. Facts: Shigella Infection (shigellosis) is an intestinal infection caused by a family of bacteria known as shigella. Transmission: Contaminated food, water are the source of the infection. The bacteria spreads not… Continue reading What is Shigella Infection reported in Kerala?
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Govt approves inclusion of four indigenous sports in Khelo India Youth Games 2021
Source: Click here News: Sports Ministry has approved the inclusion of four indigenous Games to be a part of Khelo India Youth Games 2021.The games include Gatka, Kalaripayattu, Thang-Ta and Mallakhamba. Facts: Gatka: It is a traditional martial art form originated from Punjab.It is associated with the Nihang Sikh Warriors and is used both as self-defense… Continue reading Govt approves inclusion of four indigenous sports in Khelo India Youth Games 2021
Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 21st December 2020
Good Morning dear reader. We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ GS Paper 2 The A.P. High Court order on inquiry into a ‘constitutional breakdown’ was over-reach The Hindu Page – 6 Syllabus Topic – Separation of powers between various organs New Parliament building must not overshadow need to tackle urgent… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 21st December 2020
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz: December 20, 2020
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Indian Railways issues draft National Rail Plan
Source: Click here News: Indian Railways has issued a Draft National Rail Plan.The plan will be a common platform for all future infrastructural, business and financial planning of the Railways. Facts: Key objectives of the Plan: Create Demand: To create capacity ahead of demand by 2030, which in turn would cater to growth in demand right up… Continue reading Indian Railways issues draft National Rail Plan
Daily Quiz: Weekly Revision | December 20, 2020
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Pratas Islands: A New Flashpoint in the South China Sea
News: Experts have warned about a possible Chinese attack to capture Pratas Island in the South China Sea. Facts: Pratas Islands also known as Dongsha Island are located in the northern part of the South China Sea under the jurisdiction of the Republic of China (Taiwan), closer to China’s mainland coast than to the island of Taiwan.… Continue reading Pratas Islands: A New Flashpoint in the South China Sea
Asia-Pacific Broadcast Union(ABU)
Source: Click here News: Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Sekhar Vempati has been elected as Vice President of Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union(ABU). Facts: ABU: It was established in 1964 as a non-profit, non-governmental, non- political, professional association with a mandate to assist the development of broadcasting in the region. Objective: To promote the collective interests of television and radio broadcasters… Continue reading Asia-Pacific Broadcast Union(ABU)
A look at how Parliament sessions are convened?
Source: Click here News: Government has decided to cancel the Winter session of Parliament, citing fears over a surge in cases due to covid-19 pandemic. Facts: Constitution on Summoning of Parliament: The summoning of Parliament is specified in Article 85 of the Constitution.Like many other articles, it is based on the provision of Government of India Act,1935.… Continue reading A look at how Parliament sessions are convened?
Transport Ministry invites comments for introducing adoption of E20 fuel
Source: Click here News: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has published a notification seeking comments from the public for adoption of E20 fuel to promote green fuel like ethanol. Facts: E20 Fuel: It means blending 20% of ethanol with gasoline as an automotive fuel. Significance: The blending will help in reducing emissions of carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons and… Continue reading Transport Ministry invites comments for introducing adoption of E20 fuel
