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Union Budget 2020-21 is being presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the Union Budget 2020 for the 2nd time in a row. The Union Budget is the yearly financial report estimating the income and expenditure presented to outline future policies to be adopted by the government for sustainable growth and development. The Economic Survey 2019-20 was released on 31st …

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1st indigenous bio-jet fuel aircraft of IAF landed successfully in Leh

The AN-32 aircraft of Indian Air Force powered with 10% blend of bio-jet fuel took off and landed successfully in Leh airport. This is the first time, both the engines of an aircraft are powered with bio-jet fuel. The bio-jet fuel is manufactured from “Tree-Borne oils”. The raw materials for the oil are grown and …

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Veteran social activist and feminist writer Vidya Bal passes away

Social activist, feminist writer and journalist Vidya Bal passed away. She was known for her heroic oppressive practices involving women. She was a forefront fighter for women equality with men. she approached Mumbai High Court demanding enforcement of the law to allow women in all Hindu Religious places. Her Public Interest Litigation was against the …

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Goa 2020 National Games unveils ‘Rubigula’ as official mascot

‘Rubigula’, Flame-Throated Bulbul, has been unveiled as the official mascot for the Goa 2020 National Games in Panaji, Goa. The Flame-Throated Bulbul is the state bird of Goa. Goa will be hosting the 36th edition of the National Games from 20th October to 4th November 2020. Important takeaways for all competitive exams: Chief Minister of …

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Global health Emergency declared over Coronavirus by WHO

World Health Organization has declared an international emergency over the novel coronavirus from China. The organization has declared an emergency as the disease has spread to 18 other countries apart from China where it originated. Also, the disease is spreading through human-to-human contact. According to WHO, there are more than 7,711 confirmed cases and 12,167 …