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India-European Union Counter Terrorism Dialogue held
On November 19, 2020, India and European Union held Counter Terrorism Dialogue. During the dialogue, the strategic partners condemned terrorism in all forms. Highlights The dialogue also reviewed threats posed by UN-sanctioned terrorist entities. India and European Union are to ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Defence Minister launched portal for Land Management System
On November 19, 2020, the Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh launched a portal for defence land management system. The system will bring in transparency, speed and efficiency in dealing land management. The portal has been integrated with GIS (Geographical Information ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 20, 2020
1. Which Union Ministry has notified draft rules under the Code on Social Security? [A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare[B] Ministry of Labour and Employment[C] Ministry of Social Justice[D] Ministry of Agriculture and Family Welfare Show Answer Correct Answer: ..
Current Affairs – November 20, 2020 [Today’s News Headlines]
Here are Today’s News Headlines for November 20, 2020 India India – Luxembourg Virtual Summit held Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with his Luxembourg counterpart. During the summit, the prime minister welcomed Luxembourg to join ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Amazon Quiz Answers – 20 November, 2020
1.What asteroid named for the Greek goddess of the soul do astronomers believe may contain over $10,000 quadrillion worth of metals 16 Psyche 2.The Sardar Patel Zoological Park is one of the latest tourist attractions in which state? Gujarat 3.In ..
UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 623
12345 1. Consider the following statements: Color blindness is more common in men Color blindness is an X-linked recessive trait If both the X chromosomes are defective, a woman may have color blindness Which among the above statements are correct: ..
Wind-Solar Hybrid Park: GoI introduces new Scheme
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has proposed a new scheme to develop Wind-Solar Hybrid Parks. The scheme aims to address the key issues faced by renewable energy projects. Key Features of the Scheme The Wind-Solar Hybrid park will ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
India-World Bank sign 120 million USD agreement to implement Meghalaya Integrated Transport Project
On November 19, 2020, India and World Bank signed 120 million USD to modernise transport sector in the state of Meghalaya. The project aims to improve 300 km of strategic road segment through climate resilient and nature-based solutions. About Meghalaya ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
India-Luxembourg Virtual Summit: Key Facts
On November 19, 2020, India and Luxembourg held the first stand alone summit in two decades. Key takeaways The countries appreciated the launch of four Luxembourg satellites by Indian Space Research Organization in 2019. India welcomed Luxembourg’s decision of joining ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Safaimitra Suraksha Challenge: Launched across 243 cities to prevent Hazardous Sewer Cleaning
On November 19, 2020, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs launched the “Safaimitra Suraksha Challenge”. The challenge aims to ensure that no life of septic tank or sewer cleaner is lost during cleaning. The challenge stresses on the fact ..