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1 million USD dispersed to SAARC nations under Emergency COVID-19 Funds
On March 19, 2020, the Ministry of External Affairs announced that 1 million USD has been dispersed towards the Emergency COVID-19 funds. The fund was set up PM Modi during a video conference recently. Walking on the foot steps of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
PM Modi addresses the Nation: Introduces “People’s Curfew”, Economic Response Task Force to fight Corona Virus
On March 19, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on combating Corona Virus. The PM introduced People’s Curfew during his speech. He also said that Economic Task Force is to be implemented under the Finance Minister. Highlights PM ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
Bangladesh celebrates 100th birth anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
On March 17, 2020, Bangladesh celebrated 100th birth anniversary of “Jatir Pita” Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. PM Modi participated in the celebrations through video conferencing. Bangabandhu: Political Career Sheikh Mujbur Rahman was a Bangladeshi politician. He is called the father ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
What is Modified New Pricing Scheme-III?
The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi recently gave its nod to remove ambiguities in Modified New Pricing Scheme-III. This was done to determine the costs of urea units. Modified New Pricing Scheme The Modified NPS scheme-III was launched in ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
6th International Day of Yoga led by PM Modi to be held in Leh
The Major national event for the 6th International Day of Yoga is to be held in Leh, the capital of Ladakh on 21st June, 2020. The event is to be led by PM Modi. Highlights Since 2015, PM Modi leads ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
March 7: Jan Aushadhi Diwas
On January 7, 2020, Jan Aushadi Diwas is to be celebrated. The day is being celebrated to commemorate the achievements of Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadi Pariyojana. PM Modi is to interact with seven Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Pariyojana Kendras as a ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
Cabinet Approval: Mega Consolidation of Public Sector Banks
On March 4, 2020, the Union Cabinet chaired by Narendra Modi had approved mega consolidation of 10 Public Sector Banks. Highlights The mega merger is to come into effect from April 1, 2020. It includes amalgamation of United Bank of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
Cabinet Approval: Foreign Direct Investment Policy on Civil Aviation
On March 4, 2020, the Union Cabinet under PM Modi cleared the Foreign Direct Investment Policy on Civil Aviation. According to the policy, 100% FDI is permitted in the air transport services. Earlier only 49% was available for sale to ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
PM Modi launches 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations
On February 29, 2020, PM Modi shall launch 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations at Chitrakoot. The event is being organized to commemorate the successful completion of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Significance There are more than 86% of small and ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana: PM distributes aids and devices to Divyangjan and Senior Citizens
On February 29, 2020, PM Modi is to distribute assistive aids and devices to senior citizens and Divyangjan. This is the biggest ever distribution camp. Highlights The distribution camp of assistive aids and devices for senior citizens and Divyangjans by ..