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14th January
Issues related to Economic growth
[op-ed of the day] Economic reforms are best done brick by boring brick
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[op-ed snap] The world from Raisina.
Iran’s Nuclear Program & Western Sanctions
[op-ed snap] Iran’s tightrope
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
Police Commissionerate System
Ministry of External Affairs : Important Updates
Raisina Dialogue 2020
Urban Transformation – Smart Cities, AMRUT, etc.
Fastest growing cities in India
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Virtual human’ NEON
15th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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How IAS Aspirants Can Ensure Perfect Memory Part- 2
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14th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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13th January
Capital Markets: Challenges and Developments
[op-ed of the day] Revisiting the NBFC Crisis
North-East India – Security and Developmental Issues
[op-ed snap] Naga peace plan lost in haze of optics, obstinacy
Temple entry for women : Gender Equality v/s Religious Freedom
[op-ed snap] The warp and weft of religious liberty
Citizenship and Related Issues
Explained: Doctrine of ‘Presumption of Constitutionality’
Important Judgements In News
Private Property is a Human Right: Supreme Court
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Artemis Mission
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Kaziranga National Park
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
Places in news: Kolkata Port
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Swami Vivekananda
[CD Exclusive] SWOT Analysis Questions for 3 Types of IAS Mains Qualified Aspirants
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13th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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11th January
Human Rights Issues
[op-ed of the day] Human rights are not solely an ‘internal matter’
Communicable and Non-communicable diseases – HIV, Malaria, Cancer, Mental Health, etc.
[op-ed snap] Taking a holistic approach to dengue
J&K – The issues around the state
[op-ed snap] Eloquently reticent: On validity of J&K curbs
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Explained: The fundamentals of the Indian Economy
Freedom of Speech – Defamation, Sedition, etc.
SC underlines restrictions on use of Sec 144
J&K – The issues around the state
SC order on Internet Shutdowns
Financial Inclusion in India and Its Challenges
National Strategy for Financial Inclusion (NSFI)
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
In news: Dept. of Military Affairs’
Policy Wise: India’s Power Sector
[pib] State Energy Efficiency Index 2019
J&K – The issues around the state
[op-ed snap] Eloquently reticent: On validity of J&K curbs
Cyber Security – CERTs, Policy, etc
[pib] Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Chinese paddlefish
Coronavirus – Disease, Medical Sciences Involved & Preventive Measures
Coronavirus
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[Burning Issue] Farmers’ suicide in India
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10th January
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
[op-ed of the day] The age of ubiquitous drones and the challenges overhead
Coal and Mining Sector
[op-ed snap] Mining deep
Forest Conservation Efforts – NFP, Western Ghats, etc.
Green Credit Scheme
Judicial Reforms
Curative Petition
Banking Sector Reforms
Video based Customer Identification Process (V-CIP)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Why Australia is killing thousands of camels
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Manilal Doctor
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] Exercise MILAN 2020
Issues related to Economic growth
[op-ed snap] Limited scope for sharp recovery
10th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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9th January
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
[op-ed of the day] Weathering the storm
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[op-ed snap] A multilateral alternative, by Asia
Citizenship and Related Issues
[op-ed snap] The Indian Constitution’s unitary tilt
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Explained: Voting at the GST Council
Coal and Mining Sector
FDI in coal mining
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Lithium-Sulfur Battery
[pib] Mutual Legal Assistance
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] Operation Sankalp
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Genome Sequencing of Cobra Venom
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Goldilocks Zone
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Person in news: Revolutionary Ashfaqullah Khan
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Epiphany festival
Decimate Prelims Program | Score 125 + in UPSC Prelims 2020
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9th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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8th January
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
[op-ed of the day] There is a design flaw with this military post
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Australia
[op-ed snap] Amidst a tragedy, an opportunity
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
[op-ed snap] Children of lesser gods
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Explained: First Advance Estimates (FAE)
Indian Army Updates
Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) Model
RBI Notifications
Operation Twist
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Middle East
UAE’s new 5-year visa scheme
[pib] Snow and Avalanche Study Establishment (SASE)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Great Indian Bustard
8th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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7th January
Forest Fires
Blaze down under
The Crisis In The Middle East
[op-ed snap]The U.S. is weakened by Soleimani’s killing
Languages and Eighth Schedule
[op-ed snap]A case for inclusion of Tulu language in the Eighth Schedule.
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
State can regulate minority institutions, says Supreme Court
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
Indian Data Relay Satellite System (IDRSS)
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Iran
What is Jus Cogens?
A case for including Tulu in the Eighth Schedule
Ethical Veganism
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Places in news: Nankana Sahib
Agmark, Hallmark, ISI, BIS, BEE and Other Ratings
[pib] New Energy Performance Standards for Air Conditioners
Food Safety Standards – FSSAI, food fortification, etc.
[pib] Network for Scientific Co-operation for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (NetSCoFAN)
[Burning Issue] Killing of General Qassem Soleimani and its global implications
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7th January 2020| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement
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Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
Zeeshan Sir covered by Indian Express
