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NSO Time Use Survey in India: Key Facts
The National Statistical Office operating under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation conducted the Time Use Survey in India for the first time between January and December, 2019. Key Highlights The main objective of the survey is to measure participation ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
4 October 2020: Today’s News Headlines
[no_toc]Here are top News Headlines of 4th October 2020 ATAL TUNNEL PM Modi inaugurates 9.02 km long Atal tunnel Rohtang in Himachal Pradesh Built in the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas, the tunnel will ensure year-long connectivity between Manali and ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Data Governance Quality Index released by NITI Aayog: Key Facts
The NITI Aayog and Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO) recently conducted the Data Governance Quality Index Survey. According to the survey, the Department of Fertilizers that works under Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers was ranked third. The department scored ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
What are R-Green Kits of COVID-19?
The Reliance Life Sciences recently developed RT-PCR kit that will diagnose COVID-19 infection in about 2 hours. These kits are called R-Green Kits. Highlights RT-PCR are the most accurate tests being conducted for COVID-19. However, the only drawback in this ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
G-20 Debt Service Suspension Initiative: Key Facts
On October 1, 2020, the officials of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) called for the extension of G20 Debt Service Suspension initiative till the end of 2021. What is Debt Service Suspension Initiative? The DSSI means that for a limited ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
25th Amendment of US Constitution
The US President Donald Trump and the first lady have tested positive to COVID-19. He is currently treated at the Walter Reed Medical Centre. Highlights The 74-year-old President is working from the centre. If his health deteriorates, the vice president ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Test fire of new version and nuclear capable “Shaurya Missile” successful
On October 3, 2020, India successfully test fired the new version of nuclear capable Shaurya missile in Balasore, Odisha. Highlights After the success of the test firing, the missile is to be inducted into Indian Armed Forces to complement the ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
October 2: World Day for Farmed Animals
Every year, the World Day for Farmed Animals is celebrated by the International Animal Welfare Organization, Asia for Animals Coalition and World Animal Protection. The day is celebrated to bring in awareness in treating animals as sentient beings and make ..