Day: October 14, 2020

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Insights into Editorial: Towards cleaner air in Delhi

  Context: Every year, Diwali fireworks blanket Delhi in a haze, compounding air pollution’s health risks, particularly to children, the elderly and those with underlying illnesses. The difference this year is that rare respite from pollution as COVID-19 slammed the brakes on economic activity. But with air pollution returning to pre-COVID levels, it is opportune …

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YLM 2.0 for 2021 : Features and Timetable of Year Long Mains (YLM) Test Series – 2021

      FEE : Rs 22000/- (Inclusive of all taxes)   Early Bird Offer –15% discount (Limited Period till 20 October 2020) For Old Subscribers– 20% discount Starts From : 18th October 2020 CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE  DOWNLOAD THE TIMETABLE HERE   Watch the below video to get clarity on Which Test Series to Join …

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INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY- 14 October 2020

InstaLinks help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their static …

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Fly Ash

Topics Covered: Pollution related issues. Fly Ash: Context: NTPC Ltd. under Ministry of Power, has started to collaborate with cement manufacturers across the country to supply fly ash as part of its endeavour to achieve 100% utilisation of the by-product produced during power generation. What is Fly Ash? Popularly known as Flue ash or pulverised fuel …

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Gujarat Disturbed Areas Act

Topics Covered: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention. Gujarat Disturbed Areas Act: Why in News? President Ram Nath Kovind has given his assent to the amended Disturbed Areas Act passed by the Gujarat Legislative Assembly …

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Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN)

Topics Covered: indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN): Context: The eVIN network is being repurposed for the delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine. About eVIN: The eVIN is an innovative technological solution aimed at strengthening immunization supply chain systems across the country. This is being implemented under the National Health Mission …

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Tech For Tribals launched

Topics Covered: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Tech For Tribals launched: TRIFED, IIT Kanpur and Chhattisgarh MFP Federation E-Launch “Tech for Tribals” Initiative. What is it? It …

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Centre allows additional borrowing by 20 States

Topics Covered: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Centre allows additional borrowing by 20 States: Context: The Finance Ministry has permitted 20 States  to raise ₹68,825 crore through open market borrowings. Background: These 20 States, the expenditure department said, had conveyed their acceptance of the first borrowing option offered by …

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How Election Commission decides on party symbols?

Topics Covered: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. How Election Commission decides on party symbols? Why in News? Bihar Assembly Election 2020: Voters can expect to see a myriad of symbols like chapatti roller, dolli, bangles, capsicum on the ballots. What is the need for election symbols? The symbols …

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[इनसाइट्स सिक्योर – 2020] दैनिक सिविल सेवा मुख्य परीक्षा उत्तर लेखन अभ्यास: 14 अक्टूबर 2020

  How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  INSIGHTS NEW SECURE – 2020: YEARLONG TIMETABLE   सामान्य अध्ययन – 1   विषय: सामाजिक सशक्तिकरण, संप्रदायवाद, क्षेत्रवाद और धर्मनिरपेक्षता। 1. सांप्रदायिकता के विकास के लिए उत्तरदायी कारक एवं भारतीय समाज पर इसके पड़ने वाले प्रभावों पर चर्चा कीजिए। (250 शब्द) सन्दर्भ:  Hindustan Times  …

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[ WEBINAR ] Insights Into Kannada Literature Optional – an Interactive Doubt Clearance Session

  Dear All,   We are conducting an Interactive Session – Insights Into Kannada Literature Optional on 15th October 2020 at 5pm. This session is OPEN to all. Kannada Literature  is One of the most sought Optional Subjects.  Classes for Kannada Literature will be starting soon at Insights..! CLICK HERE for more details Also, A Quick …

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