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Independence Day: Modi's mantras for new India
Addressing India on the occasion of country’s 68th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi made a sensational and motivational speech using catchy slogans expressing his vision and mantras for building a new India. Excerpts from his speech: Pradhan Sevak: “Today Indians, ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2014
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June 26: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed
June 26 was observed as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The theme for this year is “A message of hope: Drug use disorders are preventable and treatable”. It was on this day the United Nations Office on ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2014
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125th anniversary of Salar Jung museum
Salar Jung Museum in Hyderabad, Telangana celebrated its 125th anniversary in June 2014. The art museum located at Darushifa, on the bank of the Musi River in the city of Hyderabad was established in 1951 and is one of the ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2014
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June 20: World Refugee Day observed across the globe
World Refugee Day was observed across the world on 20 June 2014. This day observed to enhance awareness of the condition of refugees throughout the world. The day was first observed in 2001 after the United Nations General Assembly passed ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2014
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June 5 observed as World Environment Day 2014
June 5 was celebrated as the World Environment Day across the globe with an emphasis for global awareness on taking action to protect the environment. Backed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the 2014 World Environment Day (WED) coincides ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2014
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Anti-Terrorism Day observed on MAY 21
May 21, 2014 was observed as Anti-Terrorism Day throughout the nation. The day is observed annually to spread awareness among the people of all sections of the society, about the danger of terrorism and violence and its effect on the ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2014
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UPSC to notify Civil Services Examination on May 31, 2014
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will issue the notice for Civil Services Examination 2014 on May 31, 2014. The esteemed exam is conducted every year to select officers for Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and Indian Police ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2014
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World observed International Day of the Girl Child October 11, 2013
International Day of the Girl Child was observed globally on October 11, 2013 to recognize the girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world. The theme for the year 2013: Innovating for Girls’ Education The theme focuses on ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2013
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Year 2013 will be “Water Conservation Year-2013”
Government of India will observe Year 2013 “Water Conservation Year” as declared by the Union Cabinet. A number of mass awareness activities will be organized during Water Conservation Year 2013 with stress on sensitizing the masses on water related issues, encourage them to ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2013
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20th Meeting of Eastern Zonal Council held at Kolkata
Eastern Zonal Council: Comprises of States of Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal. The 20th meeting of Eastern Zonal Council recently held in Kolkata. The meeting was chaired by Shri Sushilkumar Shinde, Union Home Minister. Several key issues discussed amongst ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2013
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