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U.S. to cancel $300 mn aid to Pak. News: U.S Military to cancel $300 Million aid to Pakistan. Important News: 2. U.S has blamed Pakistan for not supporting U.S strategy in cracking down militancy operation in South Asia. 3. U.S wanted Pakistan to target all terrorist group indiscriminately. But instead it seems, ISI (Inter-Services Intelligence)… Continue reading U.S. to cancel $300 mn aid to Pak.

Venkaiah seeks code for politicians News: Indian Vice President calling for Code for Politicians. Important Facts: 2. Recently, a book named “Moving on, Moving Forward: A Year in Office” written by Indian Vice President has been released. 3. He has emphasized to have Code of Conduct for Politicians in upper and lower house of the… Continue reading Venkaiah seeks code for politicians

Making peace with Naya Pakistan Article: M.K. Narayana, a former Indian NSA has analyzed India’s approach towards New Pakistan. Important Analysis: 2. Newly elected government in Pakistan has promised to bring about improvement in India and Pakistan relationship. 3. However according to Author, India need to be little careful before taking concrete steps because: India… Continue reading Making peace with Naya Pakistan

U.S., India may not sign security pact at 2+2 meet News: India and U.S to make important announcement on Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA) Important Facts: 2. The COMCASA will facilitate exchange of secure communications between the two militaries and allow the sale of encrypted communication systems to India. 3. Both the countries said,… Continue reading U.S., India may not sign security pact at 2+2 meet

Reserve Bank tightens ombudsman scheme News: RBI has taken steps to strengthen the grievance redressal mechanism for customers. Important Facts: 2. Reserve Bank of India has tightened the Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2018. 3. Under the scheme the following recommendation were made with respect to customer: Commercial banks having 10 or more banking outlets to have… Continue reading Reserve Bank tightens ombudsman scheme

The bedaquiline boost News: WHO to replace all injectable with oral drugs “Bedaquiline” to treat MDR-TB patients. Important Facts: 2. WHO has recommended to change in method to treat MDR-TB patient by replacing all injectable with oral Bedaquiline. 3. MDR-TB is resistant to at least two of the first-line drugs. 4. Why treating MDR-TB using… Continue reading The bedaquiline boost

When the levee breaks Articles: Sujatha Byravan, a scientist has talked about calamities arising from extreme weathers. Important Analysis. 2. Author has made an argument,that metrological events may trigger the natural disaster but the main causes are different. 3. Damage in the Kerala hasnot only caused by heavy rain but it is also attributed to… Continue reading When the levee breaks

Panel urges plan to save springs News: NITI has requested government to prepare a dedicated mission to revive Himalayan Springs. Important News: 2. Springs plays an important role in Indian Himalayan region as it provides water for drinking and irrigation. 3. States spanning across North and North east heavily dependent on these natural source of… Continue reading Panel urges plan to save springs

Xi offers $60 bn aid to Africa News: China’s efforts for Africa’s all round progress through bolstering industry, countering hunger and enhancing security. Important Facts: 2. President Xi Jinping announced the fund during the third summit of Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, held in Beijing. 3. The outcome of the summit are: Eight focal areas across… Continue reading Xi offers $60 bn aid to Africa

India, Cyprus vow to curb money laundering News: India to sign agreement on money laundering and in the field of environment with Cyprus. Important facts: 2. India is the fastest growing major economy in the world with the rate of 8.2% in the third quarter. 3. Cyprus has the niche (uniquely specific) expertise in financial… Continue reading India, Cyprus vow to curb money laundering