What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has conducted the successful maiden launch of Akash-NG (New Generation) Missile. It was launched from Integrated Test Range off the coast of Odisha. About Akash missile Akash-NG Missile: It is a new generation Surface-to-Air Missile meant for use by the Indian Air Force. Purpose: It will… Continue reading Akash NG (New Generation) Missile
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 27, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today List of 9 PM Articles Mandatory Minimum Sentencing under POCSO Act Feasibility of Remote Voting Project Establishing thought partnerships between the government and private entities Way forward for Taxing older vehicles Mandatory Minimum Sentencing under POCSO Act Source: Click here… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 27, 2021
World Economic Forum: Need for ‘the Great Reset’ of capitalism
Source: Indian Express GS-2: Important International Institutions, agencies, and fora – their Structure, Mandate Synopsis: WEF’s executive chairman Klaus Schwab is advocating for rearrangement of the global order through “The Great Reset”. India should also take this development seriously and try to limit the potential implications of this possible global reset. Background The WEF’s (World… Continue reading World Economic Forum: Need for ‘the Great Reset’ of capitalism
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban)
Why in News? According to Government data, a total of 1.1 crore houses has been approved under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), of which more than 70 lakh houses are under various stages of construction and more than 41 lakh houses have been completed. Facts: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana(Urban): It was launched by the Ministry… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban)
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 19, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today GS- Paper 2 Need and ways of Decongesting Indian prisons India-US relations under Joe Biden administration GS- Paper 3 Ensuring Intergenerational Equity in Mining in India Factly Articles for Prelims Examination GS- Paper 2 Need and ways of Decongesting Indian prisons Source:… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 19, 2021
Establishment of Bad Banks – associated Issues and Significance
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic induced economic slowdown, the commercial banks are about to witness the spike in NPAs, or bad loans. To deal with it, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor is considering the proposal for the creation of a bad bank. What is a Bad Bank? A bad bank is an asset reconstruction company (ARC), involved in management and recovery of bad loans or NPAs of other banks. Generally, these Banks are initially funded… Continue reading Establishment of Bad Banks – associated Issues and Significance
Trade with China shrank in 2020, deficit at five-year low
News: According to the data from China’s General Administration of Customs (GAC), India’s trade with China declined in 2020 to the lowest level since 2017, with the trade deficit narrowing to a five-year low as India imported far fewer goods from China. Facts: Source: The Hindu Data Related to Trade between India and China: Bilateral Trade: The… Continue reading Trade with China shrank in 2020, deficit at five-year low
New opportunities for India in Afghanistan
Synopsis: Change of power in the US has provided India with an opportunity to re-engage with Afghanistan. Introduction The National Security Advisor(NSA) Ajit Doval paid a 2-day visit to Kabul. It was the first trip to Afghanistan, by a top Indian official, since the start of Doha Talks between Taliban and Afghan republic representatives. Both sides… Continue reading New opportunities for India in Afghanistan
Second Edition of Coastal Defence Exercise Sea Vigil Begins
News: The second edition of the biennial pan-India coastal defence exercise ‘Sea Vigil-21’ has started. Facts: Exercise Sea Vigil: The inaugural edition of the exercise was conducted in January 2019. The exercise is being undertaken along the entire 7516 km coastline and Exclusive Economic Zone of India. Coordinated by: It is coordinated by the Indian Navy and involves… Continue reading Second Edition of Coastal Defence Exercise Sea Vigil Begins
National Youth Parliament Festival 2021
News: Prime Minister of India has addressed the valedictory function of the second National Youth Parliament Festival, 2021. Facts: National Youth Parliament Festival: It is organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India in collaboration with one of the State Governments. But this year, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has decided… Continue reading National Youth Parliament Festival 2021
