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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2024 SC closes habeas corpus case against Isha Foundation / सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने ईशा फाउंडेशन के खिलाफ बंदी प्रत्यक्षीकरण मामला बंद किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court dismissed a habeas corpus plea by a 70-year-old man claiming his two daughters were being held captive by the Isha Foundation. The court ruled the women were living there voluntarily as monks, based on their own assurances.  Habeas Corpus: Concept Definition: Habeas corpus is a legal remedy enshrined under Article 32 and Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. It is a Latin term meaning…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2024 Seeking to allay fears, Centre says fortified rice safe to consume / आशंकाओं को दूर करने के लिए केंद्र ने कहा कि फोर्टिफाइड चावल खाने के लिए सुरक्षित है Syllabus : GS 2 : Social Justice Source : The Hindu The Indian government continues its initiative to provide fortified rice as part of welfare schemes, aiming to combat micronutrient deficiencies. Fortified rice, enriched with iron, is deemed safe for all individuals, including those with hemoglobinopathies. The program aligns with global practices to enhance public health, especially among vulnerable populations. Government Policy Regarding Fortified Rice The Union…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/10/2024 Army to commemorate 62 years of the Battle of Walong with China / सेना चीन के साथ वालोंग की लड़ाई की 62वीं वर्षगांठ मनाएगी Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Battle of Walong during the 1962 Indo-China war is remembered for the Indian Army’s fierce defence in Arunachal Pradesh. Vastly outnumbered, Indian soldiers held their ground for 27 days.A month-long commemoration honours Indian soldiers’ bravery and sacrifice. Battle of Walong: The Battle of Walong occurred during the 1962 Indo-China war in Arunachal Pradesh. Indian troops, comprising units like 6 Kumaon, 4 Sikh, 3…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/10/2024 CEC slams exit polls, trends on TV channels; calls for corrective steps /CEC ने एग्जिट पोल और टीवी चैनलों पर रुझानों की आलोचना की; सुधारात्मक कदम उठाने का आह्वान किया Syllabus : GS 2 : Governance Source : The Hindu Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar criticised the distortion caused by exit polls, highlighting the gap between expectations and actual results. He called for transparency in exit poll methodology and self-regulation by media bodies. He also condemned news channels for flashing voting trends prematurely, creating unnecessary public confusion before official results are declared. Analysis of the News…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/10/2024 Acemoglu, Johnson and Robinson share Nobel prize on Economics for work on wealth inequality / ऐसमोग्लू, जॉनसन और रॉबिन्सन ने धन असमानता पर काम के लिए अर्थशास्त्र में नोबेल पुरस्कार साझा किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their research linking societal institutions to national prosperity. Their work highlights how political and economic systems shape wealth inequality between nations. Nobel Prize in Economics 2024: Research Focus: Their work explores why some nations are wealthier than others by…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/10/2024 Israeli tanks ram gate of UN facility in Lebanon /इजरायली टैंकों ने लेबनान में संयुक्त राष्ट्र की सुविधा के गेट पर हमला किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) attacked a UNIFIL facility in southern Lebanon, escalating tensions as peacekeepers faced ongoing assaults. Israel’s Prime Minister urged the UN to withdraw UNIFIL from Hezbollah areas, citing safety concerns for peacekeepers and soldiers. United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) – Key Information: Established: March 1978 by the UN Security Council. Original Mandate: Confirm Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, restore international…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/10/2024 21st ASEAN – India Summit / 21वां आसियान – भारत शिखर सम्मेलन Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu The 21st ASEAN-India Summit, held on 10 October 2024 in Vientiane, Lao PDR, marked a decade of India’s Act East Policy. PM Modi participated for the 11th time, joining ASEAN leaders to assess the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and to shape future cooperation. Key highlights of the 21st ASEAN – India Summit PM Modi’s Address: Focus on ASEAN Unity and Economic Growth PM Modi reiterated India’s unwavering support for ASEAN Unity, ASEAN Centrality,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/10/2024 Ratan Tata, a titan of Indian industry, takes his final bow / भारतीय उद्योग जगत के दिग्गज रतन टाटा ने अंतिम विदाई ली Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Ratan Naval Tata, former chairman of the Tata Group and renowned industrialist, passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy of business leadership and philanthropy. His visionary contributions transformed Tata into a global entity, inspiring generations through his humility and purpose. About Ratan Tata: Ratan Tata led Tata Group from 1990 to 2012 and briefly returned as interim chairman in 2016. Under his leadership, Tata…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/10/2024 PSLV C-37 rocket body re-enters the earth’s atmosphere ISRO /PSLV C-37 रॉकेट का शरीर पृथ्वी के वायुमंडल में फिर से प्रवेश करता है इसरो Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The PSLV-C37 upper stage re-entered Earth’s atmosphere, marking a significant milestone in ISRO’s commitment to space debris mitigation. Launched in 2017, it carried 104 satellites, with its re-entry tracked and compliant with international debris guidelines. Analysis of the news: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that the upper stage of the PSLV-C37 rocket re-entered Earth’s atmosphere on Sunday. The PSLV-C37 mission was launched…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/10/2024 India signs $ 750-mn currency swap deal with forex-starved Maldives / भारत ने विदेशी मुद्रा की कमी से जूझ रहे मालदीव के साथ 750 मिलियन डॉलर के मुद्रा विनिमय समझौते पर हस्ताक्षर किए Syllabus : GS 2 : International relations Source : The Hindu India’s recent $750 million currency swap agreement with the Maldives aims to alleviate the island nation’s foreign currency crisis. This partnership emphasises India’s commitment to supporting the Maldives amid its economic challenges. The agreements signed also include launching the RuPay card and cooperation in various sectors, reinforcing people-to-people connections. Analysis of the…