Dear Friends, We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM Brief and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do: Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – August 19th, 2022
Union Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for agriculture loans
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for agriculture loans” published in TOI on 17th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme(MISS). What is the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme(MISS)? Background: Kisan Credit Card scheme was introduced by the Government… Continue reading Union Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for agriculture loans
Aqua Bazar Online Marketplace App for Fish Farmers Launched by Fisheries Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “Aqua Bazar Online Marketplace App for Fish Farmers Launched by the Fisheries Minister” published in NDTV on 19th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has launched Aqua Bazar App. What is Aqua Bazar App? It is an online… Continue reading Aqua Bazar Online Marketplace App for Fish Farmers Launched by Fisheries Minister
Megalodon: A giant transoceanic predator that lived 23 million to 2.6 million years ago
Source: The post is based on the article “Megalodon: A giant transoceanic predator that lived 23 million to 2.6 million years ago” published in Indian Express on 19th August 2022. What is the News? Researchers have found new evidence about the life of one of the biggest predatory animals of all time — the Megalodon.… Continue reading Megalodon: A giant transoceanic predator that lived 23 million to 2.6 million years ago
Vietnam-India Bilateral Army Exercise Vinbax 2022 Concludes at Chandimandir
Source: The post is based on the article “Vietnam-India Bilateral Army Exercise Vinbax 2022 Concludes at Chandimandir” published in PIB on 18th August 2022. What is the News? Vietnam-India Bilateral Army Exercise VINBAX 2022 concluded at Chandimandir, Haryana. What is VINBAX 2022? It is a bilateral military exercise between India and Vietnam. Theme of the… Continue reading Vietnam-India Bilateral Army Exercise Vinbax 2022 Concludes at Chandimandir
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 18th, 2022
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 18th, 2022
Goa becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified State & Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified UT in the Country
Source: The post is based on the article “Goa becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified State & Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified UT in the Country” published in PIB on 18th August 2022. What is the News? Goa and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and… Continue reading Goa becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified State & Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu becomes the First ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certified UT in the Country
Great Indian Bustards adapt to produce 2-egg clutch
Source: The post is based on the article “Great Indian Bustards adapt to produce 2-egg clutch” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 About Great Indian Bustard3 How did the Great Indian Bustard lay two eggs at a time?4 What is Desert National Park? What is the News? Great… Continue reading Great Indian Bustards adapt to produce 2-egg clutch
Tilapia Fish: Inspired by Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, and to bring ‘Blue Revolution’ TDB-DST supports its first aquaculture project
Source: The post is based on the article “Inspired by Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, and to bring ‘Blue Revolution’ TDB-DST supports its first aquaculture project” published in PIB on 18th August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Tilapia Fish?3 What is the aquaculture project for the production of Tilapia Fish?4 What is… Continue reading Tilapia Fish: Inspired by Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, and to bring ‘Blue Revolution’ TDB-DST supports its first aquaculture project
Explained: How scientists are planning to ‘resurrect’ the extinct Tasmanian Tiger
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: How scientists are planning to ‘resurrect’ the extinct Tasmanian Tiger” published in Indian Express on 18th August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is a Tasmanian Tiger?3 What are scientists planning to do now?4 What is the De-extinction method? What is the News? Scientists in… Continue reading Explained: How scientists are planning to ‘resurrect’ the extinct Tasmanian Tiger
