Allahabad High Court ordered CBI probe into alleged misappropriation of MGNREGA funds Published on: 01-FEB-2014 Important

for Exam: 29 people agreed High Court of Uttar Pradesh directed CBI to probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds in seven districts for MGNREGA Scheme from the centre. India suffered 4-0 loss in 5 match ODI series against New Zealand Published on: 01-FEB-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed India lost the fifth and final cricket ODI series of 5 matches against New Zealand by 87 runs in Westpac Stadium at Wellington. Union Government decided to fix two year tenure for IAS, IPS Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 82 people agreed The Union Government decided to amend the rules governing IAS, IPS and Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officers 30 January 2014. Union Government raised quota of subsidised LPG cylinders to 12 Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Union Government raised the quota of subsidised LPG cylinders to 12 cylinders per household in a year on 30 January 2014. Oscar withdrew Alone Yet Not Alone from Best Song nomination category Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Organisers of Oscars withdrew the song Alone Yet Not Alone from the Best Song Nomination category on 30 January 2014. Three Transgenders got government jobs in Pakistan Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed The Sindh government in Pakistan employed three transgendered persons in different departments on 31 January 2014. India launched Gandhi portal for British-Indian children Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 48 people agreed India launched a Gandhi Portal named Search for Gandhi in London on 31 January 2014. China marked arrival of the Year of the Horse

Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed China marked arrival of its Year of the Horse, which is celebrated across the world by Chinese people on 31 January 2014 as the Lunar New Year. FAA downgraded safety ratings of Indian aviation Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Federal Aviation Administration of the US downgraded the safety ratings of Indian aviation on 31 January 2014 from top to the second category. Cabinet approved second Phase of Bangalore Metro Rail Project Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Union Cabinet approved the second phase of Bangalore Metro Rail Project (Namma Metro) to improve public transport system in the city. CCI ordered fresh probe into Coal India and subsidiary for violations Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 9 people agreed CCI has ordered a fresh probe into state-run miner Coal India and its subsidiary for alleged abuse of dominant market position in fuel supplies. By June 2014 India to have 243 million Internet users: IAMAI Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed Internet user base in India projected to reach 243 million by June 2014: IAMAI Vijay Bahuguna, the Chief Minister of Uttrakhand resigned Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 77 people agreed Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Vijay Bahuguna submitted his resignation to the Governor of the state. Agriculture Ministry issued guidelines on National Mission on Oil seeds and Oil Palm Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Agriculture Ministry has issued detailed guidelines and strategy for implementation of National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm. Heena Sandhu 10 m Air Pistol score recognized as World record Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 70 people agreed

Heena Sandhus score of 203.8 in 10 m Air Pistol set at the Munich World Cup in November 2013 was recognized as World record on 30 January 2014. Cabinet approved Amendments in OBC Central List for 13 States and 3 Union Territories Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 55 people agreed Union Cabinet approved amendments in the Central List of OBCs in 13 states and three Union Territories as per advices received from the NCBC. Cabinet approved Amendments to the Mental Health Care Bill Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed Union Cabinet approved amendments to Mental Health Care Bill to empower people suffering from mental illness and protect their rights. India and Netherlands signed MoU for cooperation in field of Sports Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed India and the Netherlands signed an MOU in field of Sports for exchange of knowledge and experience in the fields of sports management and others. India became third largest crude oil importer in the World Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 90 people agreed India overtook Japan to become the third largest crude oil importer in the World. Arun Gupta appointed as CMD of Shipping Corporation of India Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed Arun Kumar Gupta has been appointed as the CMD of Shipping Corporation of India by the government as the post was vacant since December 2012. India and Fiji signed Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 37 people agreed India and Fiji signed DTAA for avoidance of double taxation and prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income. Kiwi Kathy Cross is first woman in ICC Umpire's Panel Published on: 31-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 52 people agreed Kathy Cross became the first woman to be appointed in an ICC umpires panel as an Associate and Affiliate panel of International umpires.

NIT Odisha developed technology to turn Plastic into fuel Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 104 people agreed National Institute of Technology, Odisha, developed a commercially viable technology for efficiently rendering common polymer plastic into a liquid fuel. Sumit Malik stripped off gold medal for anti-doping violation Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed Sumit Malik winner of 400m gold in mens 400m race of Lusofonia Games has been stripped off from his medal for violating anti-doping rules. Penguin chicks die due to climate change: Research Report Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed University of Washington research report says that Climate Change is a cause for the deaths of the Penguin chicks Tunisias new government of independents headed by Mehdi Jomaa sworn in Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed New technocratic government of Tunisia headed by Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa was sworn in and replaced the Islamist-led administration of the country. Hero MotoCorp launched hybrid diesel 150cc bike Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Hero MotoCorp unveiled a 150cc hybrid diesel concept motorcycle RNT on 29 January 2014. Indian Rupee to be a legal tender in Zimbabwe Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 79 people agreed The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) announced Indian rupee as a legal tender on 29 January 2014. Six PSUs signed MoU to set up Worlds largest Solar Power Project Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 100 people agreed Six Public Sector Units (PSUs) signed memorandum of understanding to set up Worlds largest 4000 MW ultra solar power project GVK BIO and Aragen Bioscience signed Definitive Agreement to acquire Aragen Bioscience Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed

GVK BIO in its announcement said that it has acquired Aragen Bioscience an US based pre-clinical Contract Research Organisation. Ajoy Misra elevated as the CEO and MD of Tata Global Beverages Limited Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Tata Global Beverages has elevated and appointed Ajoy Misra as the CEO and managing director of TGBL in place of Harish Bhat. Antiseptic Mouthwashes can raise Heart Strokes Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Mouthwashes can kill off good bacteria in the mouth but by spiking blood pressure it increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. River of hydrogen flowing through space seen with Green Bank Telescope Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed Astronomers discovered a River of hydrogen flowing through space on 28 January 2014. Anand Kumar, the founder of Super30 got Ramanujan Mathematics award Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 54 people agreed Anand Kumar, founder of Super30 classes was conferred with 2014 Ramanujan Mathematics Award at the Eighth National Mathematics Convention in Rajkot. ICC approved introduction of International Womens Championship Published on: 30-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed ICC has approved the introduction of an International Womens Championship as a part of qualification for the ICC Women's World Cup 2017. India ranked lowest in International Intellectual Property Index Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 104 people agreed US Chamber of Commerce released the International Intellectual Property (IP) Index TRAI released Working Guidelines for Spectrum Trading Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released working guidelines for trade of spectrum on 28 January 2014.

Manoj Kohli appointed as MD&CEO of non telecom businesses of Bharti Enterprises Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed Manoj Kohli appointed as MD&CEO of non telecom business of Bharti Enterprises Gopal vittal appointed as MD&CEO of Bharti Airtel Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed Gopal Vittal has been designed as MD& CEO of India and South Asia including Srilanka and Bangladesh Scientists at Jilin University of China created Water-jet printer Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 47 people agreed A team of scientists have created Water-Jet printer on 28 January 2014. Cantilever Pamban Bridge completed 100 years Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 60 people agreed First cantilever bridge of India, Pamban Railway Bridge, completed its 100 years. Union Ministry of Rural Development signed MoU with Digital Green Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed The National Rural Livelihoods Mission and the Digital Green, a Microsoft Research Project signed a memorandum of understanding EC to CEOs of States: Make standardized voting compartment at Polling station Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Election Commission has directed the CEOs of states to use opaque and reusable cardboard or flex board to make voting compartments at polling stations. First multi-coloured 3D Printer launched Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 69 people agreed Worlds first 3D-printer Objet500 Connex3 was launched on 28 January 2014. National Waqf Development Corporation Limited inaugurated by Prime Minister Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed

Prime Minister inaugurated NAWADCO as a new Central Public Sector Enterprise that will remain under the Ministry of Minority Affairs. Tree Foundation found at least 100 dead Olive Ridley Turtles in Nagapattinam Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed NGO named Tree Foundation engaged in conservation of sea turtle have discovered more than 100 dead Olive Ridley Turtles, since December 2013. Ukraine Prime Minister Mykola Azarov resigned Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Ukraines Prime Minister Mykola Azarov resigned on 28 January 2014 UNESCO released 11th EFA Global Monitoring Report 2013-14 Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed UNESCO released the 11th Education for All Global Monitoring Report 2013 14 on 28 January 2014. Ulises Estrada, the Cuban Revolutionary and associate of Che Guevara died Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed The Cuban revolutionary, Ulises Estrada who during 1960s was an aid of Che Guevara during his campaign in Africa died at the age of 79 years. Delhi Government ordered audit into finances of DIMTS Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed Delhi government has ordered a CAG audit into the finances of DIMTS. Decision was taken at a cabinet meet chaired by Arvind Kejriwal. Pete Seeger, Songwriter and Champion of Folk Music, Died Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Pete Seeger, the singer, folk-song collector and songwriter died at Presbyterian Hospital in New York on 27 January 2014. Tax exemption for Olympics, CWG and Asian Games winners Published on: 29-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 51 people agreed CBDT issued order that exempts medal winning sportsperson at Olympics, Commonwealth and Asian Games from payment of Income Tax on cash rewards.

56th annual Grammy Awards for 2014 announced Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 181 people agreed The Recording Academy announced 56th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California Uttar Pradesh government launched Samajwadi pension scheme Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Uttar Pradesh government launched Samajwadi Pension Yojana on 28 January 2014 Google purchased DeepMind Technologies of UK Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed Google purchased the British artificial intelligence company DeepMind Technologies India Post to install 3000 ATM & 1.35 lakh micro-ATM by September 2015 Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed India Post announced to install as many as 3000 Automated Teller Machine (ATM) and 1.35 lakh micro-ATMs by September 2015 on 27 January 2014. External Affairs Minister met US Secretary of State in Montreux Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed Salman Khurshid held a bilateral meeting with John Kerry US Secretary on the sidelines of Geneva II meet on Syria in Montreux. NIC and Union Ministry of MSME launched India Inclusive Innovation Fund Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed India Inclusive Innovation Fund (IIIF) launched by National Innovation Council and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises India and Japan inked MoUs to strengthen cooperation in tourism and power generation Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed India and Japan inked MoUs during visit of Prime Minister of Japan as Chief Guest on the occasion of the Republic Day celebration on 26 January 2014. Andaman & Nicobar: Committee to review safety standards of tourist vessels Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed

AK Singh constituted a high level committee to review safety standards of tourist vessels operational at different tourist spots on Andaman Island. National Constituent Assembly of Tunisia passed the new Constitution Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Tunisian Assembly passed the new Constitution laying the foundations for a new democracy Union Government banned cosmetic companies from testing on animals Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 33 people agreed Union Government banned cosmetic companies from testing on animals. EGoM approved SUC of 5 percent of annual Gross Revenue on all new airwaves Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed EGoM has approved a SUC of 5 percent of the annual gross revenue on all new airwaves that will be acquired in auction. Union Civil Aviation Ministry removed restrictions on Airbus A-380 in India Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Civil Aviation Ministry decided to remove restrictions on flights of Airbus A-380 to India on 27 January 2014. Samsung and Google signed Global Patent Agreement Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed Google and Samsung Electronics signed an agreement to cross-licence global patents to reduce risk of costly legal disputes on intellectual property. Raymond Weil, the pioneer of Swiss watch died Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed Raymond Weil the founder of the watch brand of his name died at the age of 87. He is considered the great innovators of the Swiss watch industry. RBI raised Repo Rate by 25 basis points to 8 percent Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 73 people agreed RBI raised the Repo rate under LAF by 25 basis points from 7.75% to 8% and kept the CRR of scheduled banks unchanged at 4% of NDTL. Federal Aviation Administration ordered safety checks of Boeing 767s

Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed FAA has ordered to inspect Boeing 767 airplanes to find problems that could cause the pilot to lose control of the plane. USFDA banned imports from Toansa plant of Ranbaxy Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) banned the import of products from Ranbaxys Toansa plant in Punjab, India on 27 January 2014. Egypt's Army Chief Fattah al-Sisi promoted to Field Marshal Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed Gen Fattah al-Sisi has promoted to the rank of Field Marshal (highest in the military), who ousted the Islamist President, Mohammed Morsi. India won gold in men's Basketball at Lusofonia Games Published on: 28-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed India has won the basketball gold in the mens section at the Lusofonia Games by defeating Angola 77-70 in Goa. Saina won Syed Modi International India Grand Prix title Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 46 people agreed Saina Nehwal won the Syed Modi International India Grand Prix title 2014 Queen Latifah won 2014 Matrix Award Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Rapper-turned-actress Queen Latifah won the 2014 Matrix Award on 25 January 2014. Russia and China to conduct war games in the Mediterranean Sea Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed Russia and China will conduct their first ever naval war games in the Mediterranean Sea from 1 February 2014. Meena appointed as Secretary Security Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 53 people agreed H C Meena appointed as the Secretary Security in the Cabinet Secretariat on 24 January 2014

Ministry of Women and Child Development launched Multi Sectoral Nutrition Programme Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 45 people agreed Ministry of Women and Child Development launched the Multi Sectoral Nutrition Programme India ranked 155th in global Environment Performance Index Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 56 people agreed The Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2014 was released on 25 January 2014. PAN allotment process to undergo change from 3 February 2014 Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 44 people agreed PAN allotment procedure will undergo a change from 3 February 2014 and will ask for self-attested copies of POI, POA and DOB documents. MS Dhoni became first captain to play in four tied ODIs Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed MS Dhoni became the first captain to be involved in four tied ODI matches, while playing third match against New Zealand in Auckland. SBI launch Youtube channel Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 54 people agreed State Bank of India launched its channel on Youtube on 24 January 2014. National Communal Harmony Awards 2013 won by Centre for Study of Society and Secularism Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed CSSS, Mumbai has been selected for the National Communal Harmony Awards 2013 in the organisation category. Australia won ODI series against England by 4-1 Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Australia won five matches ODI series against England, 4-1 after losing the fifth match by five runs, while chasing 217 run target score set by Aussies. 59th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013: Bhaag Milkha Bhaag Bags Seven Awards Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 73 people agreed

59th Idea Filmfare Awards were given away on 24 January 2014. Karl Slym, MD of Tata Motors died after falling from hotel building in Bangkok Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Karl Slym, MD of Tata Motors died after falling from hotel building in Bangkok, where he was to attend board meet of Tata Motors Thailand Limited. Padma Awards for the Year 2014 announced on the Eve of 65th Republic Day of India Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 119 people agreed The Union Government of India on the eve of the 65th Republic Day function announced the Padma Awards 2014. Dhruva-3 indigenous High Performance Computing System inaugurated Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 82 people agreed Dhruva-3 was inaugurated at Advanced Research and Analysis Group in Hyderabad Ela Gandhi honoured with Amadelkufa in South Africa Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed Ela Gandhi was awarded with Amadelkufa for her lifetime contribution to the freedom struggle in South Africa. Stanislas Wawrinka won Australian Open Mens title Published on: 27-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 59 people agreed Stanislas Wawrinka won the Australian Open mens singles title by defeating Rafael Nadal 6-3, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in Melbourne. Churchill Brothers won the 35th Football Federation Cup Published on: 26-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed Churchill Brothers beat Sporting Club de Goa to lift the 35th Football Federation Cup. Pitroda Committee submit report to Information and Broadcasting Ministry Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed Expert Committee constituted by Information and Broadcasting Ministry to review the institutional framework of Prasar Bharti has submitted its report. Union Government launched National Waterway-4 project in Tamil Nadu

Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 106 people agreed Union Government launched the project for the development of the stretch of 37 Kilometer of the National Waterway-four (NW-4). Earthquake of Magnitude 6.1 on Richter scale rocked Java island of Indonesia Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on Richter scale rocked Java, the main island of Indonesia on 25 January 2014. NALSA launched free legal service clinics across the country Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 64 people agreed National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) launched the 2648 village legal service clinics across the country on 24 January 2014. The Election Commission of India celebrated the 4th National voters Day: 25 January Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 103 people agreed The Election Commission of India celebrated the 4th National Voters Day across the country on 25 January 2014. Aviation ministry removed V.P.Agrawal from position of AAI chairman Published on: 25-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed The Aviation Ministry removed V.P.Agrawal as chairman of the state-run Airports Authority of India (AAI) on 24 January 2014. NASA rover Opportunity found Mars had life friendly fresh water Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed NASA scientist confirmed life friendly fresh water once existed on Mars Richard Quest won 2013 UNWTO Lifetime Achievement Award Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 41 people agreed UNWTO awarded CNNs Richard Quest the 2013 UNWTO Award for Lifetime Achievement on 22 January 2014. UNWTO Ulysses Awards for Innovation announced Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed

Ulysses Award given by United Nation World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) was presented on 22 January 2014. LPG Connection Portability Scheme launched Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 93 people agreed The Union Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas launched LPG Connection Portability Scheme on all India basis Dr. Tej Vir Singh won the UNWTO Ulysses Prize Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed Dr. Tej Vir Singh from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh won the 2013 UNWTO Ulysses Prize on 22 January 2014. Morocco Parliament amended Penal Code Article on rape Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Morocco Parliament has amended an article of the penal code that allowed rapists of underage girls to avoid prosecution by marrying their victims. India Women Cricket team won one day series against Sri Lanka 3-0 Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed Indian women team won the three ODI series 3-0 by defeating Sri Lankan women team. India defeated the Lankan team by 95 runs in the third match. USA allowed Sikh military men to wear turban Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed USA allowed the Sikh military men to wear turbans, head scarfs and other religious clothing with their uniform. Shane Warne to mentor Australia's spinners for World T20 Tournament Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed Shane Warne has been appointed as the specialist spin consultant of Australia team to play World Twenty20 game in Bangladesh. RBI issued new guidelines for loan restructuring in NBFCs Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 46 people agreed The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued guidelines for loans restructured by non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) on 23 January 2014. National Girl Child Day observed on 24 January

Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed National Girl Child Day observed across India by the Government on 24 January with an aim to raise awareness and consciousness towards girl children. SC asked MoEF and Railway Ministry to evolve steps to protect elephants Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed The Supreme Court on 23 January 2014 asked the MoEF and Ministry of Railways to evolve steps to prevent death of elephants on rail tracks. South Sudan Government and Rebels signed Ceasefire Agreement to end fighting Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 2 people agreed South Sudan Government and rebels signed a ceasefire agreement on cessation of hostilities and question of the detainees in Addis Ababa. Finance Ministry nod for 1000 rupees minimum monthly pension plan Published on: 24-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 67 people agreed Finance Ministry approved a proposal to provide minimum monthly pension of 1000 rupees to workers of organised sector under (EPS-95). Cumbria University of UK became the first public university to accept fees in Bitcoin Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 90 people agreed Cumbria University of UK became the first public university to accept fees in digital currency, Bitcoin. India and Japan signed the memorandum in tourism Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 32 people agreed India and Japan signed the Memorandum for strengthening cooperation in tourism Viscera test must in death due to poisoning: SC Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 49 people agreed Supreme Court made it mandatory for the investigating agency to seek viscera test in death due to poisoning on 21 January 2014. NASA Mars Rover discovered doughnut rock Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed

NASA Mars rover discovered Jelly doughnut rock revealed at a ten year anniversary of the Mars rover. Professor Rakesh Khurana of Indian origin appointed as Dean of Harvard College Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed Professor Rakesh Khurana has been appointed as the Dean of Harvard College. He will assume the charge of the dean from 1 July 2014. SC laid down guidelines for dealing with mercy pleas Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Supreme Court laid down 12 guidelines for authorities in dealing with death-row prisoners on 22 January 2014. Currency notes issued before 2005 to be withdrawn: RBI Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 107 people agreed The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to withdraw all currency notes issued prior to 2005 from circulation on 21 January 2014. 2013 is fourth warmest year on record for the planet: Reports Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed NOAA and NASA in separate releases confirmed the continuous trend of global warming. NOAA said 2013 the fourth warmest year on earth since 1880 Lanka urged Maldives to allow its fishermen in territorial sea waters Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed Sri Lanka has asked Maldivian President to allow its fisherman, the facility of innocent passage through its territorial waters to Arabian Sea. Garuda Vasudha Advanced Light Helicopter of Geological Survey of India launched Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Advanced Light Helicopter named Garuda Vasudha of Geological Survey of India launched from the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd . SEBI asked depositories to set up IT Strategy Panels Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed SEBI has asked depositories to formulate information technology panels at board level with a view to strengthen IT governance framework of systems.

OCA recognized Russian martial art Sambo and is now a part of Asian Games Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Olympic Council of Asia has recognised Sambo, the Russian martial art and has become part of the Asian Games. Indian economy to grow by 6 percent: CRISIL Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 37 people agreed Ratings and Research firm CRISIL released its Indian Economic Forecast for 2014-15 on 21 January 2014. Sudhir Mahato, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Jharkhand died Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed The former Deputy CM of Jharkhand, Sudhir Mahato died on 22 January 2014 following a heart attack at Ghatsila in Singhbhum district. Chilika lagoon named Destination Flyways by UNWTO Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 41 people agreed Chilika lagoon in Odisha was named Destination Flyways by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on 21 January 2014. AirAsia aimed to start India operations by April Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed Tony Fernandes, the chief of AirAsia announced its India operations from April 2014. He is in Davos to attend the World Economic Forums annual meeting. India-born Prof A J Paulraj won 2014 Marconi Prize Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Paulraj have been awarded with prestigious 2014 Marconi Society Prize for developing the theory and application of MIMO antennas. Indus Civilization ended due to Disease and violence Published on: 23-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed US discovered that violence, infectious disease and changes in climate were responsible for the collapse of Harappa around 400 years ago. Beijing got severe new law to control hazardous Smog and Air Pollution Published on: 23-JAN-2014

Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Beijing passed a regulation to curb air pollution by controlling emissions. It says harsh penalties on people for not abiding by the guidelines. India Economic Growth projected to be 4.5 percent by IMF Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 63 people agreed World Economic Outlook projected Indias Economic Growth at 4.5 percent for 2013-14. Mahesh Bhupathi launched IPTL in Melbourne Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) launched in Melbourne with the announcement of six teams Kailash Meghwal elected as the Speaker of Rajasthan Assembly Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed Kailash Meghwal on 22 January 2014 was elected as the Speaker of Rajasthan Assembly and 143 MLAs have also been administered the oath of the office. Legendary Telugu actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao died Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed Legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao died at the age of 91 in Hyderabad Iran has halted Uranium Enrichment activities Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Iran has halted its Uranium enrichment over 5 percent as per the agreement with the western powers. The report has been confirmed by IAEA. CCEA approved the sale of Governments residual stake of HZL Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed CCEA approved sale of the Governments residual stakes of Hindustan Zinc worth 16500 crore rupees. Government holds 29.5% stakes of the company. Emergency rule imposed in Thailand capital Bangkok for two months Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 26 people agreed Thai government has imposed a 60-day state of emergency in Bangkok to suppress the anti-government protests in the capital.

Union Government approved Capacity Building Scheme and Rajiv Gandhi Institute for Climate Change Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed Union Government of India approved to set up Capacity building scheme and Rajiv Gandhi Institute for Climate Change RBI expert panel suggested adoption of new CPI for Anchoring Monetary Policy Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed RBI panel suggested that a new consumer price index should be adopted. It has set an inflation target at 4 percent, with a band of (+/-) 2 percent. Egypt approved the new Constitution in referendum Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed Egypt approved the new constitution in a referendum Bihar's turnaround analysed at London School of Economics Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed LSE panel discussed on turnaround in growth of Bihar during launch of collection of essays the New Bihar: Rekindling Governance and Development. Union Government of India extended the implementation of NFSA to Karnataka and Chhattisgarh Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 53 people agreed Union Government of India extended the implementation of NFSA 2013 to the States of Karnataka and Chhattisgarh Uttrakhand Assembly passed new Lokayaukata Bill Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed Uttarakhand Assembly during a special session passed new Lokayukta Bill. It has replaced the Uttarakhand Lokayukta Act passed by BJP government. Vice President released book entitled Indias Political and Foreign Relations with the Gulf Region Published on: 22-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed Hamid Ansari released a book entitled Indias Political and Foreign Relations with the Gulf Region edited by Prof AK Pasha. GDP of China decelerated to 7.7 Percent in 2013-14

Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 40 people agreed The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of China decelerated to 7.7 percent in 2013-14. First Climate Change theatre opened in India Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 67 people agreed Climate change theatre opened at Pushpa Gujral Science City in Kapurthala, Punjab The Report Working for the Few released by Oxfam Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed The Report titled Working for the Few was released by Oxfam on 20 January 2014. Google acquired cybersecurity firm Impermium for 9 million dollar Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed Google acquired Bengaluru based Impermium for 9 million dollar on 20 January 2014. Union Cabinet approved to set up Rail Tariff Authority Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 35 people agreed Union Cabinet approved to set up a Rail Tariff Authority. Veerappa Moily formed MOT to reassess Hydrocarbon Resources of India Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed Veerappa Moily, announced to set-up a MOT to carry out re-assessment work of hydrocarbon resources in 26 sedimentary basins in India. Aruna Bahuguna first woman to be appointed chief of National Police Academy Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 74 people agreed National Police Academy soon to get a woman chief for the first time in its history Catherline Samba-Panza, Mayor of Bangui elected CARs Interim President Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed The mayor of Bangui, Catherline Samba-Panza, is the first woman to be elected as the interim president of the Central African Republic. Dexter, Private Information Stealing Virus, detected in online banking transactions

Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 53 people agreed CERT-In detected a private information stealing virus Dexter in the Indian online banking transactions space. RBI appointed a Committee to Review Governance of Boards of Banks in India Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed RBI has constituted an Expert Committee to Review Governance of Boards in India, which will be chaired by PJ Nayak, former Chairman and CEO of Axis Bank. Anand Sinha, the Deputy Governor of RBI retired Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 47 people agreed RBI Deputy Governor, Anand Sinha retired on 20 January 2014 and his portfolio has been allocated to other three Deputy Governors. Union Cabinet granted minority status to Jain community across India Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed Union Cabinet has granted the minority status to Jain community and this nod has enabled the community to avail the benefits in government schemes. UN withdrawn its invitation to Iran to attend Syria Peace Conference Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed UN had withdrawn the invitation for Iran to join the peace conference on Syrian crisis. SC directed NCST to verify authenticity of ST status of Meghalaya CM Published on: 21-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed SC has directed NCST to verify the authenticity of ST status of Mukul Sangma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya that is challenged by political rivals. IRENA and ADFD planned to bring Power to Rural Communities with renewable energy projects Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed IRENA and ADFD has announced approximately 41 million dollar in concessional loans for renewable energy projects in developing countries. Cyrus Mistry won the DSC prize 2014 Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 83 people agreed

Cyrus Mistry won the DSC prize 2014 for South Asian literature for his book Chronicles of a Corpse Bearer India successfully test-fired nuclear-capable surface-to-surface Agni-IV missile Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 55 people agreed India has test-fired nuclear-capable surface-to-surface Agni-IV missile with a range of 4000 kilometer from Wheeler Island of Odisha. Wal-Mart registered Wal-Mart India Private Ltd in India Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 60 people agreed Wal-Mart registered a new Company called Wal-Mart India Private Ltd in India India and UAE agreed to Promote Cooperation in Renewable Energy Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed India and UAE have agreed to promote cooperation in renewable energy especially in areas of solar energy and wind power by signing an MoU in Abu Dhabi. National Urban Health Mission launched Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 75 people agreed National Urban Health Mission was launched by the Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad Abhishikta S Shetty of Karnataka won Miss South India Pageant Title Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Abhishikta S Shetty of Karnataka won the 11th Edition of the Miss South India 2014 pageant at the Le Meridien in Coimbatore. Government extended Natural Manufacturing Policy benefits to Industry Clusters Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Union Government has extended the benefits of the NMP throughout India to boost manufacturing sector. India and Pakistan reached agreement on Non Discriminatory Market Access (NDMA) Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed India and Pakistan released the joint statement providing for Non Discriminatory Market Access at 5th SAARC Business Leaders Silvio Berlusconi and Matteo Renzi signed a deal on electoral reforms in Italy

Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed Former Prime Minister of Italy Silvio Berlusconi and leader of Democratic Party (PD) Matteo Renzi signed a deal in Rome on electoral reforms Christopher Chataway, former 5000 meter world record holder Olympian died Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Former 5000mts world record-holder and politician Christopher Chataway died in London due to cancer. In 1955 he was knitted by Queen Elizabeth II. Lewis Clarke youngest person to reach South Pole Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 52 people agreed Lewis Clarke became the youngest person to trek to the South Pole. Netherlands won the inaugural title of Hockey World League Final Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed Netherlands won the Hero Hockey World League Final by defeating New Zealand 7-2 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. Etihad Airways demonstrated flight with Biofuel mix Published on: 20-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Ethihad Airways in demonstration flight flew a Boeing 777 plane that was powered in part by biofuel developed in collaboration with a Total. Tamil Nadu Governor inaugurated 15th Express Technology Sabha Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed Tamil Nadu Governor, Rosaiah inaugurated 15th Express Technology Sabha on 17 January 2014. Obama established Af-Pak strategic partnership office Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed US President Barack Obama announced to establish an Af-Pak Strategic Partnership Office (APSPO) on 18 January 2014. Obama ordered curbs on NSA powers to use data Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed

The US President Barack Obama ordered curbs on the use of bulk data collected by National Security Agency (NSA) on 17 January 2014. Indian Fencers barred from competing in Qatar Fencing World Cup Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed The four-member women fencing team from India was barred from competing in the Qatar Fencing World Cup in Doha on 17 January 2014. Peshawar, largest reservoir of polio in world: WHO Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 66 people agreed Peshawar in Pakistan had the largest number of polio cases in the world in 2013. US scientists genetically engineer Tulasi to increase pharmaceutical value Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 41 people agreed US Scientists genetically engineered Tulasi or basil to enhance its pharmaceutical value. Third Lusofonia Games started in Goa Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 54 people agreed Lusofonia Games 2014 is going to be held in Goa from 18 January to 29 January 2014 Union Ministry for Road Transport and Highways celebrated 25th Road Safety Week Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed The 25th road safety week was celebrated from 11th to 17th January 2014 Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs Signed MoUs with FICCI Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed IICA and FICCI signed MoU to Raise Awareness on Corporate Regulation and Governance and for promoting the Corporate Affairs Agenda. 3F tied up with Fuji Oil to set-up a joint venture Non-Dairy Cream Making Plant Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Edible oil and food ingredient manufacturer 3F tied up with Fuji Oil Co, the Japanese oil and fats firm to jointly set-up a non-dairy cream making plant. Hery Rajaonarimampianina declared as the President of Madagascar

Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Hery Rajaonarimampianina declared as the new President of Madagascar following the result of elections conducted with an aim to restore democracy. Air pollution of Beijing 25 times above WHO safe mark Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Air pollution (Airpocalypse) of Beijing, China has reached to dangerous levels and people of the city have been warned to take precautions. Smart contact lens unveiled by Google to measure glucose levels in tears Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed Google X Lab unveiled a smart contact lens that can help diabetics to measure their glucose level in tears on 17 January 2014. Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin spiritual leader of Dawoodi Bohra community died Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Dr Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin spiritual head of the Dawoodi Bohra community died of cardiac arrest in Mumbai on 17 January 2014. RBI allowed Foreign Investors to invest in South Indian Bank Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed RBI has allowed foreign investors to buy shares of South Indian Bank as foreign shareholding in the bank has gone below the prescribed limit. Vice President released a book entitled Sangharsh Ke Safar Ka Nayak Mulayam Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Vice President of India, Hamid Ansari released a book entitled Sangharsh ke safar ka nayak Mulayam written by Omveer Tomar on 17 January 2014. RBI issued 5 rupees and 10 rupees coins bearing Goddess Vaishno Devi Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 87 people agreed Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued new 5 rupees and 10 rupees coins bearing images of Goddess Vaishno Devi Anthropomorphic motif figure discovered in Wayanad Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 1 people agreed

Anthropomorphic motif figure discovered in the Wayanad district of Kerala among the prehistoric rock engravings on the Thovari hills. Sunanda Pushkar, wife of Union Minister Shashi Tharoor found dead in a Delhi hotel Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Sunanda Pushkar was found dead in a five-star hotel room, which police believe is a case of suicide. IIFCL signed MoU with EXIM Bank of Korea Published on: 18-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed IIFCL signed an agreement with the K-EXIM for infrastructure finance and covers cooperation and investment financing related to infrastructure. Abhijeet Gupta won the Parsvnath International Grandmasters chess tournament Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 48 people agreed Abhijeet Gupta won his second Parsvanth International Grandmasters chess tournament on 16 January 2014. Level of greenhouse gases rising rapidly: Leaked UN report Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed Leaked draft IPCC UN report has warned about rise of the level of greenhouse gases and it calls for greater global efforts to tackle the issue. EGoM approved the sale of 10% stake in IOC to ONGC and OIL Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) approved on 16 January 2014, the sale of 10 percent stake in IOC to ONGC and OIL. Garry Kenneth Toomey resigned from Jet Airways Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed Garry Kenneth Toomey, CEO of Jet Airways was resigned Archaeologists discovered lost dynasty of Pharaonic Kings in Egypt Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed A team of archaeologist has discovered a tomb of the unknown Pharaonic king of dated back to about 1650 BC. Jamila Bayaz, first women to be appointed police chief of Kabul province

Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed Jamila Bayaz was appointed as the police chief of District One of Kabul province on 15 January 2014. Qamar Ahmed, third cricket journalist, to cover 400 Test Matches Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Qamar Ahmed, the Pakistani Cricket journalist became the only third man in history to cover 400 test matches while covering a match as Sharjah. Bernie Ecclestone, the F1 boss to be tried on bribery charges Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed Bernie Ecclestone, the F1 boss will be tried on bribery charges. The rule was passed by a court in Munich. Famous Bengali Actress Suchitra Sen died Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 33 people agreed Famous Bengali actress Suchitra Sen died in Kolkota on 17 January 2014. She was 82. INS Vikrant has completed operational life and should be disposed Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 35 people agreed Defence Ministry has justified its decision to scrap INS Vikrant to High Court of Mumbai as it has completed its operational life. India & UK Signed MOU to Enhance the Collaboration within the framework of UKIERI Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed BIS and Ministry of Labour and Employment signed an MoU to enhance the collaboration within the framework of UKIERI in New Delhi. Yushi, Taiwanese poet awarded Thiruvalluvar award Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Taiwanese poet Yushi was awarded the Thiruvalluvar award on Thiruvalluvar Day Guidelines on New Land Policy for Major Ports of the Country Released Published on: 17-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Union Shipping Ministry unveiled new policy guidelines for major ports aimed to leverage land resources for commercial advantage.

RBI included Hong Kong and Macau in the sensitive list Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 132 people agreed The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) included Hong Kong and Macau in the sensitive list. Tamil Nadu government sanctioned 1.75 crore rupees for Kabaddi and Squash Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned 1.75 crore rupees towards conducting two world level events in Chennai. Wholesale Inflation declined to five-month low of 6.16 percent in December 2013 Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed The WPI declined to 6.16 percent in December 2013 as compare to 7.52 percent in November 2013. Pawar-led GoM gave nod for incentives to Sugar Industry Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed GoM led by Sharad Pawar has approved the incentives to the sugar industry for exports of up to 40 lakh tonnes of raw sugar for two years. India and South Korea inked pacts in different areas including trade and commerce Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed India and South Korea have signed nine pacts in different areas to deepen economic cooperation and bolster defence engagements. Union Government allowed imports of frozen human embryos to boost infertility treatment Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed Government allowed the import of human embryos for artificial reproduction Indian doctors to be recruited by Britain Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Britain has decided to change its tough immigration rules to recruit doctors from India to fulfill the crisis of doctors in the emergency departments. Sirajuddin Qureshi elected as the President of IICC Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed

The Indian Islamic Cultural Centre (IICC) declared results of the election. Deepika and Farhan won best actors at Screen Awards Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed Deepika Padukone won the Best Actress award and Farhan Akhtar won the Best Actor Award at the 20th Screen Awards. Famous Marathi writer Namdeo Dhasal died Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 9 people agreed Famous Marathi writer and Social activist, Namdeo Dhasal died in Mumbai. Emission of Nitrous Oxide from Streams and Rivers studied by Scientists Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Scientists are studying the emissions of nitrous oxide regulated from streams and rivers contributed by the population of microorganisms. NASA discovered potentially hazardous asteroid 2013 YP139 Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 53 people agreed NASA discovered a new potentially hazardous asteroid named 2013 YP139 Goa Government approved the proposal to increase Reservation for OBC to 27% Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed State Cabinet of Goa approved a proposal of increase in the reservation of OBC from 19.5 to 27 percent for employment in the government sector. Fast Patrol Vessel Abhinav, the Indian Coast Guard Ship commissioned in Kochi Published on: 16-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Indian Coast Guard Ship Abhinav was commissioned in Kochi by the Director General of Coast Guard Vice Admiral Anurag G Thapiyal. Arunachal Pradesh witnessed the first trial run of rail engine Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 52 people agreed Arunachal Pradesh witnessed the first trial run of a rail engine on 15 January 2014. India registered an increase of five years in life expectancy rate

Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 69 people agreed India registered an increase of five years in the average life expectancy rate. Jimmy Walker won Sony Open Golf tournament Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 26 people agreed Jimmy Walker of the US won the Sony Open golf tournament held in Hawaii on 13 January 2014. Coal India Ltd declared dividend of 290 percent for 2013-14 Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Coal India Ltd (CIL) board declared a dividend of 290 percent to its shareholders for the financial year 2013-14 on 14 January 2014. Forest STs to get additional 50 days wage employment under MGNREGA Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Center has decided to provide additional wage employment of 50 days beyond stipulated 100 days under MGNREGA to ST households in forest areas. Karnataka first State to provide Universal Health Coverage Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 49 people agreed Karnataka became the first State in India to provide Universal Health Coverage to its population. Sudan offered two oil and gas blocks to ONGC at Petrotech 2014 Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Oil-rich Sudan offered two oil and gas blocks to ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL) on the sidelines of Petrotech 2014. CBI to set up special cell to handle cases of fraud in sports Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Director of CBI, Ranjit Sinha announced to set-up a specialized unit to handle the cases related to sports fraud, fixing and illegal batting. Indian economy to grow by just over 6% in 2014-15: WB forecast Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed World Bank in its Global Economic Prospects Report forecasted that economy of India will grow by just 6 percent in 2014-15.

USA handed over three stolen 10th Century Indian artifacts to India Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed USA handed over the three stolen 10th century Indian artifacts to Indian consulate in New York on 14 January 2014. British PM ordered enquiry into Thatchers role in Operation Bluestar Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed British PM ordered enquiry into Thatchers role in Operation Bluestar. Pakistan only polio-endemic nation with more cases Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed WHO report said that Pakistan is the only polio-endemic country in the world and it reported most cases of crippling disease in 2013 and 2012. Nanotechnology may prevent Cancer from spreading Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 26 people agreed Nanotechnology may prevent cancer from spreading by using sticky nanoparticles. India-Japan conducted joint maritime exercise along Kochi Coast Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed India and Japan held joint exercise in Kochi Coast on 14 January 2014. Army Day observed across India on 15 January Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed 66th Army Day was observed on 15 January in recognition of General KM Carippa who became first Commander-in-Chief of the independent India. Parliament of European Union approved CO2 emission restrictions for commercial vans Published on: 15-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed European Parliament has signed off new CO2 restrictions for commercial vans to slash emissions by 28 percent from 2020. USFDA raised concern over Ranbaxys Toansa Plant Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) raised concern on 13 January 2014 over Ranbaxy. Malaysian Government to introduce high-tech ID cards Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 75 people agreed Malaysian Government announced on 13 January 2014 to introduce high-tech ID cards for foreign workers. Consumer Retail Inflation declined to 9.87 percent in December 2013 Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Consumer Retail inflation came down in December 2013 to 9.87percent as against 11.16 percent in November 2013. Anju Bobby George declared winner of World Athletics Final, 2005 Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 82 people agreed Anju Bobby George declared winner of World Athletics Final, 2005 held in Monte Carlo 151st Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda celebrated worldwide Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed The 151st birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated on 12 January 2014. Vijay Zol selected captain of India to lead U-19 Cricket World Cup Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Vijay Zol selected as the Captain of India to lead the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. Dryland Farming Programme for monsoon-dependent Maharashtra farmers Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Maharashtra government has decided to undertake a dryland farming programme for farmers to benefit them who are dependent on monsoon for irrigation. NABARD reduced refinance rate for banks Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed NABARD has reduced the refinance rates for the banks and other lending agencies by 0.20 percent to promote rural credit and rural infrastructure. President presented Sunil Gangopadhyay Award 2012 & 2013 Published on: 14-JAN-2014

Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Pranab Mukherjee presented the Sunil Gangopadhyay Memorial Award of 2012 and 2013 to Nirendranath Chakraborty and Sankha Ghosh, respectively. SC directed to Government of India to place Shah Commission report by 27 January Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed SC has directed the Government to place the report of Justice Shah Commission on illegal mining in Odisha and Jharkhand to it by 27 January 2014. Indigenous Glucose Monitoring Device launched by Union Government Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched two indigenous Glucose Monitoring Device, Suchek and QuickcheQ, on 13 January 2014. Cristiano Ranaldo awarded FIFA Ballon dOr award 2013 Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 37 people agreed Cristiano Ronaldo won the FIFA Ballon dOr award for 2013 Delhi became first state to withdraw FDI in Multibrand Retail Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 50 people agreed Delhi withdrew FDI in multibrand retail and became first state to do so. Dinosaurs footprints spotted in Jaisalmer: Scientists Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 73 people agreed A team of 34 scientists has spotted footprints of Dinosaurs at Thaiat village in Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan. India and Canada signed Letter of Intent for co-operation in Iron and Steel Sector Published on: 14-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed India and Canada has signed a Letter of Intent for co-operation in Iron and Steel Sector. A high-level delegation from Canada is on a visit to India. P.K.Goyal won Best CFO Award Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed P.K.Goyal, Director of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) was awarded the Best CFO Award on 12 January 2014

President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated ANTRI at Port Blair Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed The President of India Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated Andaman and Nicobar Tribal Research and Training Institute at Port Blair on 12 January 2014. Andhra Pradesh bagged Oil and Gas Conservation Award, 2013 Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed Andhra Pradesh bagged the Oil and Gas Conservation Award for the best performance among the big States. Louis Oosthuizen retained the Volvo Golf Champions title Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed Nikhat Zareen won gold medal at the third Nations Cup International Boxing Tournament Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed Nikhat Zareen won gold medal at the third Nations Cup International Boxing Tournament. Sheikh Hasina sworn-in as Bangladesh Prime Minister Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Sheikh Hasina along with her Cabinet of 49 Ministers was sworn-in before President Abdul Hamid on 12 January 2014. India completed three years without any polio case Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed India completes three years without reporting any case of polio on 13 January 2014. IRDA issued guidelines for investment in Equity Exchange Traded Funds Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed The IRDA allowed insurance companies to invest in Equity exchange traded funds and proposed guidelines for such investments. International Poll titled World most admired people released Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed An International Poll titled the Worlds most admired people conducted by YouGov released.

Anu Vidyut Pariyojana launched in Fatehabad, Haryana Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh laid the foundation of 2,800 Megawatt nuclear power plant in Fatehabad district of Haryana on 13 January 2014. Israels Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon died Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 9 people agreed Israels former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon died on 11 January 2014. IRDA formed Suresh Mathur panel to suggest ways to improving FDI Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed IRDA constituted Suresh Mathur Panel to suggest ways for improving FDI in insurance sector. Indian Economy GDP growth rate to be revised for 2011-12 Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed India to revise GDP growth rate from 6.2 to 7 percent for 2011-12 to correct the anomaly in industrial output data. 75th National Table Tennis Championship Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Sanil Shetty and Ankita Das won their maiden mens and womens singles championship on 12 January 2014. New eyewear system developed to give superhuman vision Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed The US based company Innovega unveiled a new eyewear system, the iOptik, on 11 January 2014. 71st Golden Globe Awards 2014 announced Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 36 people agreed 71st Golden Globe Awards were announced at Los Angeles on 11 January 2014. Bank of Japan and RBI concluded an agreement to raise BSA to 50 billion dollar Published on: 13-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed BOJ and RBI concluded an agreement for expansion of the maximum amount of the Bilateral Swap Agreement (BSA) to 50 billion dollars.

ONGC Men & Chhattisgarh Women won Federation Cup National Basketball Championship Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed ONGC Men & Chhattisgarh Women won 28th Federation Cup National Basketball Championship. India's trade deficit narrowed to 10.1 billion dollar in December 2013 Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 66 people agreed Export of India has grown 3.49 percent to 26.3 billion dollars and the imports dipped 15.25 percent to 36.4 billion dollar in December 2013. Indian teacher wrote a book on Immigration Fears Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed Enoch, I am a British Indian is a book written by Sarinder Joshua Duroch. He has expressed views against the EUs open borders policy. Centre asked Odisha Government to Disburse delayed payments to beneficiaries of MGNREGA Scheme Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Government of India has asked the state government of Odisha to disburse the payments to the beneficiaries of (MGNREGA) Scheme. Players and Coaches accused of doping barred from getting Arjuna and Dronacharya Awards Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed Government issued guidelines for Sports Awards that bars Arjuna and Dornacharya Awards to players and coaches accused for doping. UN and partners launched No Lost Generation initiative to save Syrian children Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed No Lost Generation initiative has been launched by UN and partners to save millions of Syrian Children from loosing generation amidst the civil war. Government notified new natural Gas Pricing Formula Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Government has notified new natural gas pricing formulae to be in effect from 1 April. Rates of all domestically produced fuel will be almost doubled. Gorakhpur railway station entered Limca Book of Records as worlds longest platform

Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 136 people agreed Platform number one of Gorakhpur railway station of Uttar Pradesh has entered into the Limca Book of Records as longest rail platform in the world. World Hindi Day observed on 10 January Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed World Hindi Day observed in India by the Ministry of External Affairs on 10 January organizing a function at the Foreign Service Institute in New Delhi. POSCO got Environmental Clearance nod for 52000 crore rupees Steel Plant in Odisha Published on: 11-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 1 people agreed The South Korean steel maker POSCO has received environment clearance from MoEF for a steel plant worth 52000 crore rupees in Odisha. Cabinet approved the guidelines for the television rating agencies Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed The Cabinet approved the guidelines for television rating agencies on 9 January 2014... SC directed Sahara to disclose source of 22885 crore rupees refund Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed The Supreme Court on 9 January 2014 directed the Sahara Group to reveal the source of the 22885 crore rupees Union Cabinet approved the National Youth Policy, 2014 Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 45 people agreed The Union Cabinet approved the introduction of the National Youth Policy, 2014 (NYP, 2014) on 9 January 2014. Ministry of Environment and Forest approved Tawang II hydroelectric project Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Ministry of Environment and Forest cleared the Tawang-II hydro project in Arunachal Pradesh Scientists measured the distance to galaxies accurate to 1% Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Scientists for the first time measured the distance to galaxies more than six billion light years away accurate to 1%.

IIa Pathak social activist died at 80 Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Social activist IIa Pathak passed away in Ahmedabad due to prolonged illness Reserve Bank of India relaxed Foreign Direct Investment rules Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed The Reserve Bank of India relaxed the rules of Foreign Direct Investment Nirbheek, India's first gun for women, launched Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 86 people agreed Indias first gun for women, Nirbheek was launched on 9 January 2014 Ali Larayedh, the Prime Minister of Tunisia resigned Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Prime Minister of Tunisia, Ali Larayedh resigned from his office. The country will be led by the caretaker Government led by led by Mehdi Jomaa. SEBI notified stricter Settlement System for serious offences Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed SEBI notified a stricter set of settlement norms that entities charged with serious offences will not be able to settle these cases any more. Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards conferred by the President Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Pranab Mukherjee conferred the Pravasi Bhartiya Samman Awards to thirteen NRIs, PIOs and organisations for their outstanding contribution. Bangladesh new MPs took oath, new Cabinet will take oath on 12 January Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Elected MPs of Bangladesh took the Parliamentary oath. The government will be made by the ruling Awami League. Biz Stone, Twitter Co-founder, launched JELLY Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 33 people agreed

Co- Founder of Twitter, Biz Stone unveiled a new mobile service called Jelly on 8 January 2014 CCEA approved renaming of Mill Gate Price Scheme as Yarn Supply Scheme Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed CCEA approved the renaming of Mill Gate Price Scheme as Yarn Supply Scheme EC called off ties with Google to register new voters Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Election Commission decided to call off the tie with Google for registering the new voters 75th Senior National Table Tennis Championship: PSPB Women and Men won title Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed PSPB Men and Women emerged winners in the 75th Senior National Table Tennis Championship. Record low temperatures in the United States caused due to Polar vortex Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed Polar vortex was responsible for record low temperatures in the United States. Non-Compete Clauses only in Special Cases in Pharma FDI Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed DIPP has issued a press note restricting use of non-compete clauses in both Greenfield and Brownfield projects. Kelkar panel submitted report to Union Oil Ministry Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed The Kelkar Committee submitted the first part of its report on 8 January 2014. Russia blocked UN Statement on air-strikes in the city of Aleppo in Syria Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed Russia has blocked a statement of UN Security Council condemning the Syrian Governments use of air-strikes against civilians in Aleppo. Vishwanath Ramachandra, the former Ranji Trophy cricketer of Mumbai died Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed

Vishu Bondre a former Mumbai Ranji Trophy Cricketer died due to cardiac arrest on 8 January 2014. He played in Ranji in 1965-66 and 1969-70. SEBI barred cash Transactions in Collective Investment Schemes to check laundering Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed SEBI has made it compulsory for all investments into Collective Investment Scheme funds to be made through banking channels and not in cash. Government gave nod to Guidelines for transparent TV ratings Published on: 10-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Union Cabinet has approved a comprehensive regulatory framework in the form of guidelines for Television Rating Agencies in India. India and Japan held Defence Ministerial Meeting Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed India and Japan decided to strengthen defence Cooperation especially in maritime security at Defence Ministerial Meeting. Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards conferred by Kumari Selja Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed Kumari Selja gave away the Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards to meritorious students belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. MP Government to roll back the decision to sell Indian Made Foreign Liquor Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Madhya Pradesh Government has decided to roll back the cabinet decision to sell Indian Made Foreign Liquor at Country Liquor outlets. Malaysia invited IITs to open its centre Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed Malaysia extended its invitation to India to open a branch of IIT there. HSBC released Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed HSBC Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released showing shrinking of Indian Services sector in December 2013.

End commercial activities at Delhi embassy by Jan 16: India to US Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed India asked US to discontinue commercial activities undertaken at US embassy, as its a violation of Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. ASSOCHAM organized Seventh Global Insurance Summit at Hyderabad Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed Seventh Global Insurance Summit was held at Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh on 8 January 2014. DRH issued new Guidelines to give psychological help to molestation victims Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed Department of Health Research has drawn new norms to help psychological support to molestation victims. Coal Block allocation can be cancelled even if huge investments are made: SC Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Supreme Court said, failing to obtain necessary clearances will lead to revoke coal allocations of block although after high investments done. Report titled Estimation of retreat of Gangotri glacier released by GBPIHED Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Report titled Estimation of retreat of Gangotri glacier released by GBPIHED Union Government introduced Know India Programme for young Overseas Indians Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 18 people agreed The Government of India introduced a Know India Programme for young persons of Overseas Indians. Business confidence would improve in Q1 of 2014: Dun and Bradstreet Survey Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed Dun and Bradstreet report hinted that the business optimism saw a significant rise in the first quarter of 2014. Facebook acquired Little Eye Labs for 90 crore rupees Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Facebook acquired Bengaluru-based Little Eye Labs for 90 crore rupees on 7 January 2014

Delhi Government Launched a Helpline to curb corruption Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed Delhi Chief Minister launched a helpline which will help catch bribe seekers. Exceptionally Rare Conjoined Whales discovered Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed Conjoined gray whale calves were found by the fishermen in the lagoon in Baja California as per the Mexican officials. Uninor appointed Morten Sorby as new CEO Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed Uninor appointed Morten Sorby as new CEO RBI relaxed Gold loan norms to lend up to 75 percent loan Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Reserve Bank of India has allowed the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to lend up to 75 percent of the value of gold. Third phase of North Eastern Community Resource Management Project launched in Manipur Published on: 09-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed Third phase of the North Eastern Community Resource Management Project has been launched at Imphal in Manipur. Supreme Court gave notice to the government to revive KG-basin gas Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed The Supreme Court ordered the Government of India to revive the decision to double the price of K-G basin gas. India won the U-19 Asia Cricket Cup Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed India defeated Pakistan to win 2014 Under-19 Asia Cup in the final match played at Sharjah cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on 4 January 2014. Al-Qaida linked forces declared Fallujah as new State Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed

The Iraq government has lost control of the strategic city of Fallujah after being captured by Al-Qaeda linked forces. Munish Sharda appointed as MD and CEO of Future Generali Life Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Munish Sharda appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of private insurer Future Generali India Life Insurance. Indias International Investment Position of Quarter ended September 2013 released Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed RBI has released the statistical statement of the International Investment Position (IIP) of the quarter ended in September 2013. India launched 3rd phase of Housing Project in Sri Lanka Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed India has launched the third phase of its housing project in Sri Lanka, which will include Indian origin Tamils settled in the country. RBI panel recommended setting up of specialized banks to cater to low income households Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed RBI panel has suggested to set-up specialized banks to cater to the low income households to cater to every citizen have a bank account by 2016. Delhi High Court ruled CAG can audit telecom companies Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Comptroller and Auditor General can audit the private sector telecom companies, Delhi High Court Astronomers discovered Earth's gassy twin 200 light years away Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Astronomers have discovered a gassy twin of Earth with a mass similar to that of Earth in another solar system 200 light years away. SC directed Centre to appoint a National Regulator to oversee implementation of Forest Policy Published on: 08-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Supreme Court of India has directed the Government of India to appoint a national regulator to oversee the implementation of forest policy.

China to be become a partner in the proposed NIMZ in Andhra Pradesh Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 70 people agreed China to be become a partner in the proposed NIMZ in Andhra Pradesh Union Ministry of Human Resource Development announced Maulana Azad Taleem-e-Baligan scheme Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed Union Ministry of Human Resource Development announced Maulana Azad Taleem-e-Baligan scheme Chhattisgarh Government launched Toll Free Number 1100 to curb Corruption Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 42 people agreed Chhattisgarh government launched a toll free helpline number 1100 to curb corruption in its departments on 7 January 2014. China destroyed six tonnes of smuggled ivory to protect declining elephant population Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed China destroyed six tonnes of smuggled ivory to protect declining elephant population Government launched Indias first comprehensive adolescent health programme Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Government has launched the nations first comprehensive adolescent health programme named Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram. Environmental Information dissemination centre set up in Choolai, TN Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed Environmental information dissemination centre set up at Chennai Corporation Middle School in Choolai, TamilNadu. Prithvi II, the Nuclear capable Surface-to-Surface missile, successfully test-fired Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 63 people agreed Prithvi II, the Nuclear capable Surface-to-Surface missile, successfully test-fired Dhanu Yatra of Bargarh started in Odisha Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed

The world Famous Dhanu Yatra of Bargarh started on 6 January 2014. It tells the story of killing of King Kansa by Lord Krishna. Reserve Bank of India selected CCIL as Legal Entity Identifier Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) selected the Clearing Corporation of India Ltd (CCIL) as legal entity identifiers (LEIs) on 6 January 2014. US Senate confirmed Janet Yellen as next Chairperson of Federal Reserve Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed US Senate has confirmed the name of Janet Yellen as the first woman to lead the US Federal Reserve. Mahesh Mangaonkar won Open du Gard squash title Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed Mahesh Mangaonkar began the New Year in the same way he ended 2013 by defeating Greg Lobban to win PSA Tour title at the Open du Gard. RBI allowed Indian companies to issue non-convertible debentures Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed RBI has allowed the Indian companies to issue non-convertible or redeemable preference shares or debentures to non-resident shareholders as bonus. Government of India announced Jeevan Raksha Padak for 37 people Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 32 people agreed Government of India has announced Jeevan Raksha Padak for 37 people for their meritorious act of human nature in saving human lives. Justice A K Ganguly resigned as chairman of WBHRC Published on: 07-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Former Supreme Court Judge, Justice A K Ganguly has resigned as the Chairman of the West Bengal Human Rights Commission (WBHRC). Saturns Ring 4.4 billion years old Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed Saturn's iconic rings likely formed about 4.4 billion years

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance launched an all women branch in Pune Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed Bajaj Allianz General Insurance launched an all women branch in Pune Portugals former footballer Eusbio died Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 28 people agreed Portugals former football player Eusebio da Silva Ferreira died on 5 January 2014 due to heart attack. Chandrashekhar appointed the President of NASSCOM Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 41 people agreed R. Chandrashekhar was appointed as President of National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) on 4 January 2014. Rare odonate species found in Western Ghats Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed Rare odonate species found in Western Ghats. US Embassy in Beirut issued warning to Americans in Lebanon Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 5 people agreed US Embassy in Beirut has issued a warning for Americans in Lebanon to avoid hotels, western-style shopping malls and social events. Central Government allowed Tesco to invest in brownfield entity Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 23 people agreed Government of India allowed British retailer Tesco to invest in brownfield entities in India. Singer Phil Everly died at age 74 Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Singer Phil Everly passed away in Burbank, California Uday Kiran Telugu film actor died Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed

Telugu film actor Uday Kiran allegedly committed suicide at his house. He was one of the youngest winners of the filmfare award as best actor. Aditya Joshi became world no. 1 junior shuttler Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 34 people agreed Aditya Joshi, a young shuttler from Madhya Pradesh became the first male junior badminton player from India to be ranked top in the world. World War II aircraft wreckage found in Manipur Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 4 people agreed Aircraft wreckage considered of Second World War has been found by the residents of an interior village of Manipur at Konu Hil in Senapati district. Navy planned to circumnavigate globe by all-woman crew Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Indian Navy has looked forward to pave the way for a circumnavigation of the globe by an all-woman crew who would be trained aboard INS Mhadei. Serena Williams won the Brisbane International Title 2014 Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 29 people agreed Serena Williams won the Brisbane International title in Australia Endangered Tigers, Lions and Red Pandas died due to Canine Distemper Virus: Scientists Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed Endangered animals are perishing due to infection caused by canine distemper virus (CDV) Tropical storm One struck Sri Lanka with heavy rainfall and strong wind Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 8 people agreed Heavy rains and strong winds up to 100 kmph struck the east coast north of Trincomalee of Sri Lanka as Tropical storm One has made its landfall. Indian Pittas, endemic bird spotted in Delhi Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed India Pitta, an endemic bird was spotted in Delhi after 60 years recently. Bhutan King and Queen will visit India from 6-10 January 2014

Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck will be on a five-day visit to India. Bangladesh: Ruling Awami League secured absolute majority in Parliamentary Elections Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed Ruling party of Bangladesh, Awami League secured an absolute majority in the Parliamentary elections. Assam will start a Vaccination drive against Japanese Encephalitis from 22 February Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed Assam will launch its adult vaccination drive against Japanese Encephalitis. In 1st phase; all upper Assam districts will be covered. GSLV-D5 carrying communication satellite GSAT-14 successfully launched Published on: 06-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 75 people agreed ISRO successfully launched its heavy-duty rocket GSLV-D5 for placing communication satellite GSAT-14 into the orbit. Srinivas and Pravin Rao appointed Infosys Presidents Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 78 people agreed Infosys Ltd appointed B. G. Srinivas and U.B. Pravin Rao as presidents of Infosys Ltd Mergers & Acquisitions declined by 11.5 percent in 2013 Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Merger & Acquisitions (M & A) in the India economy declined by 11.5% in the year 2013. India's Former Shooting Coach Tibor Gonczol died Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 26 people agreed Indias former shooting coach Tibor Gonczol died in Australia on 3 January 2014. New guidelines issued for Arjuna Awards Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports released the criteria for giving Arjuna Award to the Sports Persons.

MS Dhir elected as Speaker of Delhi Assembly Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed MLA of Aam Aadmi Party, MS Dhir has been elected as the Speaker of the Delhi Assembly. This was announced by the Pro-tem Speaker, Mateen Ahmad. TCS to set up world's largest corporate learning centre in Thiruvananthapuram Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 40 people agreed Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) decided to set up the world's largest corporate learning and development centre in Thiruvananthapuram India asked US Embassy not to screen movies at American Center without obtaining a licence Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 13 people agreed India has asked the US Embassy not to screen any movies at the American Center without obtaining a licence. Manmohan Singh launched total E-literacy project in Kerala Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed Manmohan Singh has launched total E-literacy project in Kerala. E-literacy project implemented by PN Panicker Vigyan Vikas Kendra in Thiruvanathpuram Raj Jain appointed as CEO of Bharti Retail Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed Raj Jain and Pankaj Madan were appointed as CEO&CFO respectively. National Archives of India collaborated with Archives of Turkey and Oman Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed National Archives of India has successfully collaborated with the State Archives of Turkey and the National Records and Archives Authority of Oman. Cristiano Ronaldo was awarded the Order of Prince Henry Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 43 people agreed Cristiano Ronaldo was awarded the Order of Prince Henry India signed a Credit Agreement with World Bank for RRSMP Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 33 people agreed

India has signed a credit agreement of 160 million dollar with World Bank. The agreement was signed for Rajasthan Road Sector Modernisation Project. Union Cabinet approved the Policy Guidelines for Land Management by major ports Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 6 people agreed Cabinet has approved a Policy Guidelines for Land Management by Major Ports 2014 that will guide the functioning and development of port sector. India and Maldives signed three Memorandum of Understandings Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed India and Maldives have been signed 3 Memorandum of Understandings. Pradhyuman Singh appointed as pro-tem speaker of 14th Rajasthan Assembly Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 9 people agreed Pradhyuman Singh was appointed as the pro-tem speaker of the 14th Rajasthan Assembly on 3 January 2014. World Braille Day observed on 4 January Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed World Braille Day is absorbed across the world on 4 January to commemorate the birthday of Louis Braille, who is credited for inventing the language. S.K.Sharma appointed Chairman and Managing Director of BEL Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed Shri S.K. Sharma was appointed as Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) Polio vaccination for Pakistan travellers to be implemented from 14 February Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 7 people agreed India announced a new rule to vaccinate against polio to the travellers from Pakistan would be implemented from 14 February 2014. Justice AK Ganguly resigned as honorary professor of National University of Juridical Sciences Published on: 04-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed WBHRC chairman Justice Ashok Kumar Ganguly resigned from the post of honorary professor of the National University of Juridical Sciences. Financial Inclusix Index 2013 launched by credit rating agency CRISIL

Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 52 people agreed Indian credit-rating agency CRISIL launched a Financial Inclusix Index 2013 on 2 January 2014. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved amendments to Mega Power Policy 2009 Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved amendments in the Mega Power Policy 2009 Wimbledon tennis event, The Road to Wimbledon, to be hosted outside UK for the first time Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 33 people agreed The Wimbledon Foundation has teamed up with HSBC and All India Tennis Association (AITA) to launch The Road to Wimbledon event in India. Scientists designed Moclic software to predict weather Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 39 people agreed Scientists developed new software that gives the weather activity using local data. Assam and Arunachal Pradesh agreed to maintain Status Quo along the Inter-State boundary Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 19 people agreed The administration of Sonitpur district Assam and East Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh agreed on 2 January 2014 to maintain the status quo... CCEA approved the Transmission system in Ladakh region Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 2 people agreed The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the proposal for construction of Transmission system from Alusteng (Srinagar) to Leh. MPs voted Thatcher as the best UK Prime Minister in survey Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 15 people agreed Iron lady Margaret Thatcher rose-up as the most successful post-war British Prime Minister in a survey, Winston Churchill was ranked fourth. China aircraft carrier completed tests in disputed South China Sea Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed

China's first aircraft carrier has successfully finished a series of tests during a training mission in the disputed South China Sea. India & Saudi Arabia signed pact to protect interests of Indian domestic sector workers Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 2 people agreed India and Saudi Arabia has signed an agreement to protect the interests and rights of Indian domestic sector workers in the Saudi Arabia. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Central Sector Scheme, ILDP Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 22 people agreed The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Central Sector Scheme, ILDP CCEA nod for establishment of Medical colleges for deficient states Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed CCEA has approved the proposal for establishment of 58 new medical colleges by upgradation of existing district hospitals in deficient states. Cabinet nod on sending President Reference to Supreme Court in Ganguly Case Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 3 people agreed Union Government approved a proposal for sending a Presidential reference to Supreme Court for conducting a probe in judge AK Ganguly case. Pakistan has planned 7 Nuclear Plants for 8900 MW of electricity by 2030 Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 11 people agreed Pakistan on 2 January 2014 announced its plan to set up seven functional nuclear plants of 1100 MW each by 2030. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved MSP for Jute Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 12 people agreed The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Minimum Support Price of Jute for 2014-15 CCEA nod for the implementation of the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Project Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 16 people agreed CCEA gave its nod for the implementation of the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Project for Low Income States of Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand and UP.

Hubble discovered clouds on new planets Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Hubble discovered the two new planets, GJ 436b and GJ121 4b with clouds. Government approved installation of CCTV and GPS on public transport vehicles Published on: 03-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 21 people agreed CCEA approved a proposal for setting CCTVs and GPS devices on public transport vehicles in 32 cities for women safety. Supercomputer PARAM Yuva-II ranked 1 in India Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 75 people agreed Super Computer PARAM Yuva-II was rated 1st in India and 44th in the world. Iran interim nuclear deal to come into effect on 20 January Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 17 people agreed Iran has said that the interim nuclear deal agreed upon with the six major world powers will come into effect from the 20 January 2014. Southern Grid synchronously connected to Indias other Grids Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed Southern Grid has been synchronously connected to the rest of the Grid of India to accomplish a mission of One NationOne GridOne Frequency. Latvia became the 18th member of Euro Zone Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 62 people agreed Latvia became the 18th member of the euro zone. Latvia gained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 and joined the European Union in 2004. Losara New Year festival of Ladakh is celebrated Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 24 people agreed The festival of Losar is being celebrated across Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir with traditional and religious fervor. Price of the Non-subsidized LPG hiked by 220 rupees per cylinder Published on: 02-JAN-2014

Important for Exam: 24 people agreed The price of non-subsidized LPG hiked by 220 rupees per cylinder. A household is entitled for nine subsidized LPG cylinder at present. Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill 2013 got assent of President Pranab Mukherjee Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 69 people agreed President gave his assent to the Lokpal Bill. The assented bill provides creation of an anti-graft watchdog even to the office of the Prime Minister. Corey Anderson hit fastest Century in ODI Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed Corey Anderson broke Afridis record of fastest century in One Day International against West Indies on 1 January 2014. Cephlon Inc filed suit against Glenmark over cancer drug in US Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 10 people agreed Cephlon Inc filed suit against Glenmark over cancer drug in US court. Centre sanctioned over 1000 buses for 13 cities under JNNURM Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 25 people agreed Centre has sanctioned 1080 buses to thirteen cities of seven states under its Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission scheme. Chief of Army Staff Bikram Singh took Charge as Chiefs of Staff Committee Chairman Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 42 people agreed Chief of Army Staff Bikram Singh took Charge as Chiefs of Staff Committee Chairman. South Sudan conflict: India to send its team to assess political and security situation Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 14 people agreed India to send a team to assess political and security situation in South Sudan after at least 1000 people have died in ethnic conflict. Japan's population dipped to record low in 2013 Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 9 people agreed

Japan has estimated that a quarter of the population is currently aged over 65 and the figure is expected to reach nearly 40 percent by 2060. India scraped 3600 crore rupees VVIP Chopper Deal with AgustaWestland Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 20 people agreed India scrapped the 3600 crore rupees to supply 12 VVIP chopper deal with AgustaWestland due to breach of the pre-contract Integrity Pact. Ronaldinho got South American footballer of the year award Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 31 people agreed Ronaldinho has been elected as the South American footballer of the year in the annual poll conducted by the Uruguayan daily El Pais. Government issued food safety guidelines for Integrated Child Development Services scheme Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 38 people agreed Government has issued food safety and hygiene guidelines to prevent contamination of supplementary nutrition provided to pregnant women and children. Delhi Government ordered CAG audit of 3 power distribution companies Published on: 02-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 30 people agreed Delhi Government ordered an audit of three private power distribution companies in the city by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. Danielle Steel awarded Frances highest honour, the Legion of Honor Published on: 01-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 27 people agreed Danielle Steel awarded Frances highest honour, the Legion of Honor Mammen Mathew chosen for prestigious journalism Lokmanya Tilak National Award Published on: 01-JAN-2014 Important for Exam: 70 people agreed Mammen Mathew, the Chief Editor of Malayala Manorma has been chosen for prestigious journalism Lokmanya Tilak National Award.