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What is Atal Innovation Mission-Sirius Programme?
The Atal Innovation Mission-Sirius Innovation Programme was launched for India and Russia school children. The programme aims to develop technological solutions for both India and Russia. Key Highlights The programme is to be held between November 7, 2020 and November ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
November 9: Uttarakhand Day
Every year on November 9, the Uttarakhand Day is celebrated. It is also called as Uttarakhand Divas or Uttarakhand State Foundation Day. Key Highlights In 2020, the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Rawat is to inaugurate hot air balloon festival in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
What are “Tarballs” fastening Himalayan Glacial melting?
The scientists from Zhejiang University have reported in their study that the percentage of tarballs has increased in the Himalayan region and this is increasing the glacial melt in the region. What are Tarballs? Tarballs are carbonaceous particles. They are ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme
The Government of India recently announced that it is to expand the PLI (Production Linked Incentive) scheme to more than ten sectors. This includes food processing, leather, textiles, battery manufacturing. The pharmaceuticals (and medical devices) and electronics are already under ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
UAE allows cohabitation of unmarried couples, relaxes Islamic laws
On November 7, 2020, the United Arab Emirates announced major changes to its Islamic laws. It includes loosening of alcohol restrictions, allowing unmarried couples to cohabitate and loosening criminalization of honour killings. Key Highlights Previously the users had to purchase ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
PM Modi to launch Ro-Pax Ferry Service in Gujarat
On November 8, 2020, PM Modi is to launch Ro-Pax ferry service between Ghogha and Hazira in Gujarat through video conferencing. Highlights The Ro-Pax ferry vessel called the “Voyage Symphony” is a three-deck vessel. It has a load capacity to ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
What does Joe Biden victory in US Elections mean to India?
On November 7, 2020, Joe Biden was declared the winner of US Election, 2020. He is to become 46th President of the United States beating Donald Trump. Joe Biden for India Biden had played a key role in strengthening the ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
Udyam Scheme: 11 lakh MSMEs registered
On November 7, 2020, the Government of India announced that over 11 lakh MSMEs have registered on the new online system of Udyam Registration. It was launched in July 2020. Key Highlights According to GoI, over 3.72 lakh have been ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
US Election 2020: Joe Biden wins Presidency defeating Donald Trump
Joe Biden has won the US elections defeating Donald Trump. His Oath of Office as the 46th President of the US will be administered by the Chief Justice of Supreme Court. He is to assume office on January 20, 2021. ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020
November 7: National Cancer Awareness Day
Every year India observes National Cancer Awareness Day on November 7. Cancer is the second leading cause of death according to the World Health Organization. About National Cancer Day The day was first observed in 2014. It coincided with the ..