In the Supreme Court, the center has agreed to an extra attempt for UPSC IAS civil service exam aspirants, but with certain conditions. After a series of hearings, the center has agreed to the extra chance for the candidates. This chance will be only available to aspirants, who missed their last attempt for the Civil… Continue reading [UPDATE] Center agrees for an extra attempt to UPSC aspirants in IAS 2021 Exam
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What is “Garbage to Power Plant”?
What is the News? The Prime Minister mentioned the garbage to power Plant (Waste to power) plant in his speech. The plant is being commissioned inside the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Agriculture Market. About the Garbage-to-power plant: Developed by: CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology(IICT) Technology: It is based on a biomethanation technology-based Anaerobic Gas lift Reactor(AGR).… Continue reading What is “Garbage to Power Plant”?
Early Child Development [ECD]
Source- The Indian Express Syllabus- GS 2 – Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Synopsis – The Early Child Development [ECD] is important for the future healthy minds and workforce in the country. Introduction The Early Child Development [ECD] is important for the future of healthy… Continue reading Early Child Development [ECD]
Growth with inequality in economic survey
Source: The Hindu Syllabus: GS – 2 ; Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes Synopsis: It looks like the Economic Survey focuses on wealth creation instead of reduction of income disparity. Introduction The Economic Survey for 2020-21 reviews the developments in the… Continue reading Growth with inequality in economic survey
Ways to control Monopolistic tendencies of Internet Giants
Synopsis- The lawmakers are facing the confusion between managing the misuse of monopoly power by major Internet corporations and the economic income generated by them. Introduction- In the US and Europe, governments are using antitrust regulations against Internet giants such as Facebook and Google. This is to stop the alleged abuse of the dominant position. Some… Continue reading Ways to control Monopolistic tendencies of Internet Giants
Akash NG (New Generation) Missile
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
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
