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Table of Contents INTERNATIONAL NEWS
www.toprankers.com Table of Contents INTERNATIONAL NEWS ........................................................................................ 3 NATIONAL NEWS .................................................................................................. 13 BANKING AND ECONOMICS ............................................................................... 30 AWARDS AND RECOGNITION ............................................................................. 30 SPORTS ................................................................................................................. 34 APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS................................................................ 41 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ............................................................................. 43 SUMMITS AND MOU‟S ......................................................................................... 44 DAYS ..................................................................................................................... 46 1 www.toprankers.com 2 www.toprankers.com INTERNATIONAL World first satellite launch by Soviet led US to create NASA. • The Soviet Union launched the world's first artificial satellite Sputnik I on October 1957. The US- Soviet Cold War, Sputnik's launch directly led to the foundation of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) The Weight of the Sputnik is 83.6 kg, the 58-cm-wide satellite transmitted signals for 21 days before losing speed and burning up in the atmosphere in 92 days. History of Soviet Union -
February Current Affairs – 2019 English Version
FEBRUARY CURRENT AFFAIRS – 2019 ENGLISH VERSION nd No: 646, 2 floor, K.K. Nagar, Madurai – 625020 | 7397150273, 8489228855 nd No: 81, 2 floor, South Veli Street, Madurai – 625001 9751999264, 0452-4951150/4217492 www.seniasacademy.in FEBRUARY 2019 - CA On January 29, UNESCO official launched the International Year of the Period Table of Chemical Elements (IYPT-2019) at its headquarters in Paris to raise awareness of chemistry and its applications for sustainable development. Punit Goenka, MD and CEO of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), has been elected as the new chairman of Broadcast Audience Research Council of India (BARC). The central banks of the UAE and Saudi Arabia have launched a common digital currency called "Aber‖, which will be used in financial settlements between the two countries through Block chains and Distributed Ledgers technologies. In Rome, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has recently launched the new ‗Africa Centre for Climate and Sustainable Development‘ in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and FAO to fight climate change and boost sustainable development in Africa. Global watchdog Transparency International (TI) has recently released 2018 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), which ranks 180 countries and territories by their perceived levels of public sector corruption according to experts and business people. (INDIA - 78) Mohammed Shami has become the fastest Indian bowler to claim 100 ODI wickets, during the first ODI against New Zealand at McLean Park in Napier on 23rd January 2019. Shami reached the milestone in his 56th match, with the wicket of opener Martin Guptill. After Srinagar (J&K), India‘s second Tulip Garden will come up at Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand over 50 hectares of forest land near Chandak hill top at a cost of Rs 50 crore. -
India's Largest Online Test Series
Current Affairs Capsule I May 2018 India’s Largest Online Test Series 1 Current Affairs Capsule I May 2018 Table of Contents Awards & Honours ............................................................................................................................................ 3 Days & Events ................................................................................................................................................... 4 International Affairs .......................................................................................................................................... 6 National Affairs ............................................................................................................................................... 10 India & World ................................................................................................................................................. 16 Personalities in News ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Environment ................................................................................................................................................... 26 Government Policies & Schemes ..................................................................................................................... 28 Art & Culture ................................................................................................................................................. -
Academic Course Prospectus for the Session 2012-13
PROSPECTUS 2012-13 With Application Form for Admission Secondary and Senior Secondary Courses fo|k/kue~loZ/kuaiz/kkue~ NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING (An autonomous organisation under MHRD, Govt. of India) A-24-25, Institutional Area, Sector-62, NOIDA-201309 Website: www.nios.ac.in Learner Support Centre Toll Free No.: 1800 180 9393, E-mail: [email protected] NIOS: The Largest Open Schooling System in the World and an Examination Board of Government of India at par with CBSE/CISCE Reasons to Make National Institute of Open Schooling Your Choice 1. Freedom To Learn With a motto to 'reach out and reach all', NIOS follows the principle of freedom to learn i.e., what to learn, when to learn, how to learn and when to appear in the examination is decided by you. There is no restriction of time, place and pace of learning. 2. Flexibility The NIOS provides flexibility with respect to : • Choice of Subjects: You can choose subjects of your choice from the given list keeping in view the passing criteria. • Admission: You can take admission Online under various streams or through Study Centres at Secondary and Senior Secondary levels. • Examination: Public Examinations are held twice a year. Nine examination chances are offered in five years. You can take any examination during this period when you are well prepared and avail the facility of credit accumulation also. • On Demand Examination: You can also appear in the On-Demand Examination (ODES) of NIOS at Secondary and Senior Secondary levels at the Headquarter at NOIDA and All Regional Centres as and when you are ready for the examination after first public examination. -
National Security
NATIONAL SECURITY A VIF Publication Instructions for authors Importance of East Africa in Indo-Pacific Neha Sinha Sinha, Neha. “Importance of East Africa in Indo-Pacific”. National Security, Vivekananda International Foundation Vol.II (3) (2019) pp.354-365. https://www.vifindia.org/sites/default/files/national-security-vol-2-issue-3-article-NSinha.pdf This article may be used for research, teaching and private study purposes. Any substantial or systematic reproduction, re- distribution, re-selling, loan or sub-licensing, systematic supply or distribution in any form to anyone is expressly forbidden. Views expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the VIF. The author certifies that the article/paper is original in content, unpublished and it has not been submitted for publication/web upload elsewhere and that the facts and figures quoted are duly referenced, as needed, and are believed to be correct. Article Importance of East Africa in Indo-Pacific Neha Sinha Abstract The East African region has gained immense importance in recent times mainly because of its strategic location on the west coast of the Indian Ocean, its resources and its economic potential. Many countries, including countries of Indo-Pacific region, are trying to establish their influence and military bases in the region. The significance of Africa as a whole for the safety and security of the Indo-Pacific is growing. It is therefore important to systematically build ties between Asia and Africa through a free and open Indo-Pacific maritime zone, in order to promote stability of the region as both the continents are on the rise and also conflict prone. -
Volume 10 No. 1, 2016
AREA STUDIES A Journal of International Studies and Analyses seaps UGC Centre for Southeast Asian and Pacific Studies Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati Published under UGC Unassigned Grant AREA STUDIES A Journal of International Studies and Analyses seaps UGC Centre for Southeast Asian and Pacific Studies Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati Published under UGC Unassigned Grant AREA STUDIES A Journal of International Studies and Analyses CONTENTS Dealing with Pakistan: Dimensions and Dilemmas 1 P. Krishna Mohan Reddy An Analysis of the South Korean Welfare State 10 Ranjit Kumar Dhawan A Comparative Analysis of Best Practices of 21 Mobile Banking in ASEAN Countries and India A.V. Ajay Babu India-Vietnam Defence Cooperation and the 39 China Factor: From 1991 to 2016 Area Studies: A Journal of International Studies and Analyses Tilottama Mukherjee UGC Centre for Southeast Asian and Pacific Studies Sir Venkateswara University, Tirupati Evaluation of structural Changes in the Tea Plantation 56 Sector: A Study on the Growth of Small Tea Growers in India and Sri Lanka © UGC Centre for Southeast Asian and Pacific Studies ISSN 0975-6035 (Print) A.S. Chandrabose Year: 2016 Reprint permission may be obtained from: The Editor Email: [email protected] The responsibilities for facts and opinions presented in the articles rests exclusively with the individual authors. Their interpretations do not necessarily reflect the view or the policy of the Editorial Committee, National and International Advisory boards of Area Studies: A Journal of International Studies and Analyses. Layout & Printed at: D&Dee - Designing and Creative Production, Nallakunta, Hyderabad - 500 044. Ph No: +91 9440 726 907, 040 - 2764 3862. -
India-Brunei Bilateral Brief
High Commission of India Brunei Darussalam INDIA-BRUNEI BILATERAL RELATIONS Political Relations Diplomatic relations between India and Brunei were established on 10 May 1984. Prior to the establishment of the Resident Mission in Brunei on 18 May 1993, India's Mission in Kuala Lumpur was concurrently accredited to Brunei. Brunei set up its resident High Commission in India on 12 August 1992 headed by an Acting High Commissioner. Prior to that, Brunei's High Commissioner in Malaysia, was concurrently accredited to India. Brunei and India have shared close relations based on their strong traditional and cultural linkages and common membership of UN, NAM, Commonwealth, ASEAN etc. The Sultan and Yang di-Pertuan of Brunei has been amongst the strongest votary of close relations with India and has supported and ensured the welfare of the Indian community in Brunei. The Government has been supportive of India’s ‘Look East Policy’ and ‘Act East Policy’ for expansion and deepening of cooperation with ASEAN. Brunei, as Country Coordinator for India in ASEAN from July 2012 till June 2015 played an important role in bringing India closer to ASEAN during its tenure. Brunei has been generally supportive of India and its nominees for elections to various international organisations. Exchange of visits by Head of State/Government: From Brunei: 1. The Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah made his first State Visit to India on 15-18 September 1992. 2. The second State Visit of the Sultan was on 20-23 May 2008. During the visit, five important MoUs/Agreements were signed: (i) Agreement on Reciprocal Promotion and Protection of Investments; (ii) MoU on Cooperation in Information and Communication Technology; (iii) MoU on Cooperation in the fields of Culture, Arts and Sports; (iv) MoU on the Establishment of Joint Trade Committee; (v) Renewal of MoU on Cooperation in the Operation of the Telemetry Tracking and Command (TTC) Station for Satellite and Launch Vehicles and for Cooperation in the field of Space Research Science and Applications. -
Indian Ministry of Defence Annual Report 2003
AnnualAnnual ReportReport 2003-2004 Ministry of Defence Government of India ANNUAL REPORT 2003-04 Ministry of Defence Government of India Front Cover: ‘Tejas’ the world’s smallest light weight multi-role aircraft designed by DRDO to meet the demands of Indian Air Force, has sucessfully completed 200 flight tests. Back Cover: ‘INS Talwar’, the Stealth Frigate, inducted in the Indian Navy in July 2003 adds to Navy’s punch. CONTENTS 1. Security Environment 5 2. Organisation and Functions of the Ministry of Defence 15 3. Indian Army 25 4. Indian Navy 39 5. Indian Air Force 49 6. Coast Guard 59 7. Defence Production 71 8. Defence Research and Development 97 9. Inter-Service Organisations 115 10. Recruitment and Training 127 11. Resettlement and Welfare of Ex-Servicemen 147 12. Cooperation Between the Armed Forces & Civil Authorities 165 13. National Cadet Corps 173 14. Defence Relations With Foreign Countries 183 15. Ceremonial, Academic and Adventure Activities 201 16. Activities of Vigilance Units 211 17. Empowerment and Welfare of Women 213 Appendices I. Matters dealt with by the Departments of the Minstry of Defence 219 II. Ministers, Chiefs of Staff & Secretaries who were in position from April 1, 2003 onwards 223 III. Summary of latest C&AG Report on the working of Ministry of Defence 224 11 SECURITY ENVIRONMENT Security environment around India underlines the need for a high level of vigilance and defence preparedness Few countries face the range of security challenges, concerns and threats that India faces, from terrorism and low- intensity conflict to nuclear weapons and missiles, in its neighbourhood. -
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Ground Improvement 5 Landslide Management 8
Annual Report 2015-2016 lh,lvkbZvkj&dsUnzh; lM+d vuqla/kku laLFkku ubZ fnYyh ¼Hkkjr½ CSIR-Central Road Research Institute New Delhi (India) CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, New Delhi Annual Report 2015-2016 Edited, Compiled & Produced by: Information, Liaison & Training Division Edited, Compiled & Produced by: Sh. T.K. Amla, Chief Scientist & Head Ms. Kavita Jain, Senior Technical Officer Sh. M.K. Meena, Senior Scientist Assisted by: Sh. Ashok Kumar, Technical Officer Overall Supervision: Sh. T.K. Amla Head (Information, Liaison & Training Division) Designed & Printed at: Pushpak Press Pvt. Ltd. 203-204, DSIDC Sheds, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-1, New Delhi-110020 Contents From Director’s Desk v Objectives of CRRI vii Quality Policy viii Summary of Progress RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING Ground Improvement 5 Landslide Management 8 PAVEMENT ENGINEERING Pavement Design & Rehabilitation 27 Pavements Materials & Construction Technologies 36 Road Asset Management 42 BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES 51 INSTRUMENTATION 78 TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION PLANNING Traffic Engineering and Road Safety 81 Environmental Science 88 Transportation Planning 98 INFRASTRUCTURE & SUPPORT HRD & PROJECT MANAGEMENT Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation 115 Technology Management and Business Development 119 Information, Liaison & Training 120 DOCUMENTATION AND LIBRARY SERVICES 129 R&D SUPPORT SERVICES Computer & Networking 130 Mechanical Engineering Support 132 Civil Engineering Support 135 Quality Management 137 Rajbhasha 138 CSIR-CRRI Annual Report 2015-16 -
DECEMBER 2019 Current Affairs Monthly
DECEMBER 2019 Current Affairs Monthly 2019 - 20 CURRENT AFFAIRS STRAIGHTZERO India top performer in Paris agreement ........... 8 Contents India had successfully test-fired two missiles .. 8 A 2-day national conference held in MP .......... 9 International Affairs 1 Indian Science Congress to be held ................ 9 Ethiopia launched its first satellite .................... 1 Earliest Sanskrit inscription found .................... 9 IAU named new star 'Sharjah' .......................... 1 Rabung bridge in Siang district inaugurated .... 9 Abdelmadjid Tebboune: President of Algeria ... 1 Vice President arrived in Kerala ..................... 10 Thailand’s famous 2000-year-old massage, 2nd phase of farm loan waiver announced in MP Nuad Thai was added to UNESCO’s prestigious ....................................................................... 10 heritage list. ..... Error! Bookmark not defined. International workshop organised by BEE ..... 10 Google Earth covers 98% of entire population . 2 ISRO to set up third rocket launchpad ........... 10 Malaysia reported 1st polio case in 27 years ... 2 Rs 156-crore development plan for Worldwide arms sales rose by nearly 5% in 2018 Omkareshwar ................................................. 11 .......................................................................... 2 35th anniversary of Bhopal Gas Tragedy ...... 11 The World Anti-Doping Agency banned Russia .......................................................................... 3 Awards &Honours 12 UN Climate Change Conference being -
The Bi-Monthly E-News Brief of the National Maritime Foundation
The Bi-Monthly e-News Brief of the National Maritime Foundation Volume 8, Number 7.1 16 July 2013 Inside this Brief… Australia's South China Sea Chance China’s Shipbuilding Sector Faces Difficulties ASEAN Plays Positive Role amid Sea Spats Rebalancing and Indonesia: US Pacific Presence Will Force Jakarta to Choose China's 'Peace Ark': The Navy and Band-Aid Diplomacy China’s New Naval Theorist Joint Development in the South China Sea India’s Date with the Arctic China Makes Play for Iran’s Chabahar Port INS Trikand Handed Over to India Kenya Navy Blamed for Delay in Offshore Oil Exploration China's Carrier-Borne Jet Pilots Receive Certification Philippines Urges Closer US-ASEAN Ties to Protect Sea Lanes China Agrees to Discuss 'Code of Conduct' Rules India for Common Maritime Security Regime in Indian Ocean Region Russia Says in Race to Bag Mega Sub Deal Peru Awaits Maritime Dispute Verdict Chinese and Russian Navies Begin Live-Fire Drill China Boosts Maritime Law Enforcement Capabilities Roadmap for Maritime Security - India, Maldives, Lanka Japan Terms China's Maritime Activities 'Dangerous' Page 1 of 43 China’s Maritime Authority to Boost Capabilities Russian-Built Aircraft Carrier INS Vikramaditya Ready to Sail, Finally India, China to Hold Air Force & Navy Exercises Chinese Navy Cosies up to Seychelles with Future Overseas Bases in Mind India 'Gifts' Military Equipment to Mauritius Indian Fishermen Urge Govt. to End Sri Lanka Navy's 'Highhanded' Behaviour Abe's Marine Day Message: Japan Must Defend its -
Navy News Week 2-2
NAVY NEWS WEEK 2-2 7 January 2019 Year ends with ongoing kidnapping case involving 3 fishermen On Dec 6, a boat was found with its engine running but without its skipper or crew members near Pegasus Reef, Kinabatangan Speculations about the trio being kidnapped were rife as the "ghost boat" was found near the scene of an attempted robbery or kidnapping on a tugboat by masked gunmen. Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Omar Mammah confirmed on Dec 11 that the three fishermen who went missing from their boat were kidnapped and taken to an unknown location in southern Philippines This information was obtained after the foreign fishing boat skipper had called his wife in Sandakan that he and the other crew members have been kidnapped and taken to a location in the Philippines which could not be revealed As at press time, there was no ransom demand by the abductors from the families of Hari Ardiansya, 19, Jadri Abdullah, 34, and Hariadin, 45. Just near where the fishermen's boat was found, on the same day, armed pirates tried to hijack a tugboat at Pegasus Reef near Pulau Tambisan, off Lahad Datu, at about 6.30pm, leaving the tugboat's skipper injured. The "Magtrans II" tugboat carrying 13 crew members was approached by four masked men armed with M16s who fired two shots, one hitting the boat and another hitting the skipper on his left thigh. Although they weren't armed with actual firearms, one of the crew took the initiative to retaliate by firing 10 shots of the boat's flare gun towards the pirates, causing them to panic and flee.