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Current Affairs Weekly PDF Current Affairs Weekly PDF Current Affairs Weekly PDF - January 2019 Second Week (8-14) AffairsCloud Recommends Oliveboard Mock Test SBI PO 2019: Take 30 Tests, 1 Free IBPS Clerk 2018: Take 30 Tests, 1 Free IBPS SO (IT, Agriculture & Marketing Officer). Take Free Tests Railways RRB JE 2019: Take 15 Tests, 1 Free SSC CGL 2018: 50 Tests (30 Tier I + 20 Tier II) INDIAN AFFAIRS Cabinet approved 10 pc quota for economically weaker sections in general category • On January 7, 2019, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved 10 pc quota in jobs and educational institutions for economically weaker sections in general category.For the implementation of the quota, Articles 15 and 16 of the Constitution will have to be amended. Union Cabinet cleared the redrafted Citizenship Amendment Bill • On January 7, 2019, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi cleared the redrafted Citizenship Amendment Bill thus providing Indian citizenship to non-Muslims from Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Pakistan. MHRD introduced a 70-point grading index • The Union Minister of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Shri Prakash Javadekar stated that the HRD ministry has introduced a 70-point grading index to assess the quality of school education offered by states. Govt allocates Rs 10,900 cr for development of 40 satellite launch vehicles in next 4-years • Dr K Sivan, Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced at a ceremony organized by St Joseph’s College, Trichy, Tamilnadu which is celebrating its 175 anniversary that the Union Government has allocated 10,900 crore rupees for the development of 40 satellite launch vehicles in the next four years. Central Statistics Office (CSO) released the First Advance Estimates of National Income at Constant (2011-12) and Current Prices, for the financial year 2018-19 • On 7th January 2019, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has released the first advance estimates of National Income at Constant (2011-12) and Current Prices, for the financial year 2018-2019.India’s GDP would grow at 7.2% in 2018-19, showing acceleration from 6.7% growth in 2017-18 because of push from agriculture and manufacturing sectors…………………………Click here to Read more Central government approved formation of Centre for Classical Language in Tirur, Kerala • On January 5, 2019, the Union Government issued its nod for setting up the Centre for Classical Language at the Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University in Tirur, Kerala. As per the notification, the state government will enter into an MOU with the Union Ministry of Human Resources Development. 1 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com Current Affairs Weekly PDF Kallakurichi announced as 33rd district, after bifurcating Villupuram • On January 8, 2019, Tamil Nadu chief minister Edappadi K Palaniswam announced the formation of a new district Kallakurichi by bifurcating Villupuram district which is one of the large districts in the State.With this, the state will now have 33 districts. PM Modi launches road, sewerage projects in Maharashtra • On January 9,2019,PM Modi, launched the four-laning of Solapur-Osmanabad section of NH-211, underground sewerage system and three sewage treatment plants.It was launched in road and underground sewerage system projects developed at an investment of Rs.1,100 crore. Cabinet approves ST status to 6 Assam communities • On 9th January 2019,Union Cabinet has approved Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six communities of Assam.The communities that are proposed to be extended ST status include, Koch Rajbongshi, Tai Ahom, Chutiya, Matak, Moran and the tea tribes. Lok Sabha passes “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill – 2019” • On 08th January 2019, the Lok Sabha passed “The DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019” by voice vote after a brief discussion. The bill was introduced by Science and Technology Minister Harsh Vardhan. Lok Sabha has passed the Personal Laws (Amendment Bill), 2018 • On 07th January 2019, the Lok Sabha has passed the Personal Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018. The bill was moved by Minister of State for Law PP Chaudhary. The bill was introduced as various recommendations were made to remove leprosy as a ground for divorce. “Web- Wonder Women” Campaign launched to recognize Indian origin female drivers-of- change • On January 9, 2019, the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, has launched an online campaign, ‘#www: Web- WonderWomen’ to recognize the exceptional women who have been driving positive agenda of social change via social media. Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics (CARE) approved by UGC for better research publications • On January 7, 2019, the Minister of State (HRD), Dr. Satya Pal Singh announced that the University Grants Commission (UGC) approved list of journals and the proposal to establish a Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics (CARE) to aim to refine and strengthen the Credibility of Research Publications. Indian Forest Service to be renamed as Indian Forest and Tribal Service • On January 8, 2019, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) proposed renaming of the Indian Forest Service as Indian Forest and Tribal Service.The move was made for the IFS to be more receptive towards tribals and forest dwellers. Andaman to be First Island to operate seaplanes under UDAN-3 • The Ministry of Civil Aviation has approved operations of seaplanes in the Andaman Islands under UDAN-3 (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) making Andaman the first island of India to operate seaplanes. J-K Law Department set up a 3-year state law commission under the chairmanship of Justice M K Hanjura • On January 7, 2019, the Jammu and Kashmir Law Department set up a State law commission, for three years, under the chairmanship of Justice (Retd) M K Hanjura.It will have a chairperson, two full-time members and two part-time members. “Development of North East Circuit: Umiam (Lake View) – U Lum Sohpetbneng- Mawdiangdiang – Orchid Lake Resort” project inaugurated by Meghalaya CM • On January 9, 2019, the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Shri. Conrad K Sangma, inaugurated the project “Development of North East Circuit: Umiam (Lake View) – U Lum Sohpetbneng- Mawdiangdiang – Orchid Lake Resort” under Tourism Ministry’s Swadesh Darshan Scheme. Overview of Prime Minister’s day long Visit to Agra • On January 9, 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Agra in Uttar Pradesh for one day.He laid the foundation Stone of Integrated Command and Control Centre for Agra Smart City at a cost of Rs.285 crores………………..Click here to Read more 2 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com Current Affairs Weekly PDF 4th Edition of Raisina Dialogue held in New Delhi • From 8th January to 10th January 2019, 4th Edition of Raisina Dialogue was organized by Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with Observer Research Foundation in New Delhi. The Theme of the Dialogue was “A World Reorder: New Geometries; Fluid Partnerships; Uncertain Outcomes”. 1st 2019 ‘National Consultation on Child Protection’ held in New Delhi under Secretary, MoW&CD • On January 8, 2019, First 2019 edition of the ‘National Consultation on Child Protection’ was held at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, under the Chairmanship of the Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development. The next quarterly meeting would be held in May, 2019. India’s longest single lane steel cable suspension bridge opens in Arunachal Pradesh • On 10th January 2019, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated India’s longest 300-meter single- lane steel cable suspension bridge also known as Byorung Bridge at a cost of Rs 4,843 crore over Siang River in Upper Siang district of state bordering China. 5-Judge Constitution Bench to hear Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid Case • Supreme court of India was supposed to hear the oldest case in the Indian history Ram Janmabhoomi -Babri Masjid case.The case came in front of the 5 judge committee set by Our chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi.The five members are as follows Justice Ranjan gogoi, SA Bobde,NV Raman,Uday U Lalit and DY Chandrachud. Bureau of Energy Efficiency and CPWD signed MoU for 5 years on promoting energy efficiency in buildings • On January 10, 2019, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in building energy efficiency for five years.This MOU was in line with Government of India’s vision for achieving energy security, economic growth and environmental sustainability. Cabinet Approval On January 10, 2019 • Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi took a stock of decisions on various proposals. The details of the cabinet approvals are as follows: creation of the post of Vice Chancellor for National Rail & Transport Institute (Deemed to be University) set up in Vadodara, Gujarat. 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