Index of Industrial Production(IIP)
News:India’s industrial sector production(IIP) has contracted by 1.1% in August when compared to the production in the same month in 2018. Facts: About IIP: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) …
Read MoreMonth: October 2019
Nepal, China ink road connectivity deal
News:Chinese President is on a visit to Nepal. Facts: Key takeaways from the visit: India and China have decided to construct a 70-km (42-mile) rail link which will connect the …
Read MorePrime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme for Jammu & Kashmir
News: Nearly 4,500 students from Jammu and Kashmir have reported at colleges across the country to pursue undergraduate studies under the Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) — the highest …
Read MoreBullet Train Project
News: Gujarat high court rejected more than 100 pleas challenging the land acquisition process for Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project. Facts: The E5 Shinkansen series Bullet Train Project (Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed …
Read MoreEffect of Mother’s Education on Child’s Nutritional Status
News: The Comprehensive National Nutrition Survey (CNSS) has shown a direct correlation between mothers’ education and the well-being of children. Facts: With higher levels of schooling in a mother, children …
Read MorePlastic Pollution in Great Nicobar Island
News: A survey of five beaches in the Great Nicobar islands have recorded the presence of plastics. The study was published in the journal Current Science. Facts: Key findings of …
Read MoreBangladesh, Nepal to grow faster than India: World Bank report
News:The World Bank has released its South Asia Economic Focus report, 2019. Facts: Key takeaways from the report: The report is titled “Exports Wanted”.It highlights the export potential of the …
Read MoreKartarpur corridor
News:Indian Prime Minister will inaugurate the Kartarpur corridor on November 8,2019. Facts: About Kartarpur corridor: The Kartarpur Corridor is a 4km long corridor comprising border gates, road and a bridge …
Read MoreExplained: What is elastocaloric effect?
News:According to researchers, the elastocaloric effect, if harnessed may be able to do away with the need of fluid refrigerants used in fridges and air-conditioners. Facts: The fluids used in …
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