Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/10/2024

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

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

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

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

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…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/10/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/10/2024 Inscriptions at 3 T.N. temples copied onto paper by ASI / तमिलनाडु के 3 मंदिरों के शिलालेखों की ASI ने कागज पर नकल की Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The ASI’s Epigraphy Division completed copying historical inscriptions at three temples in Thirukurungudi, Tirunelveli. These inscriptions, discovered during renovations, provide insights into donations and practices of the Pandya and Vijayanagara periods, adding valuable information to India’s cultural heritage. Analysis of the news: Inscriptions were found at Nambi Rayar, Thirumalai Nambi, and Aniliswarar temples in Thirukurungudi. A Pandya period inscription, in Vattezhuthu and Tamil, mentions…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/10/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/10/2024 28 Naxalites killed by security forces in Chhattisgarh gunfight / छत्तीसगढ़ में सुरक्षा बलों ने मुठभेड़ में 28 नक्सलियों को मार गिराया Syllabus : GS 3 : Internal Security Source : The Hindu At least 28 Naxalites were killed by security forces in a gunfight in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region. Naxalism in India The term Naxalism derives its name from the village Naxalbari of West Bengal. It originated as rebellion against local landlords who bashed a peasant over a land dispute. The rebellion was initiated in 1967, with an objective of rightful redistribution of the land to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/10/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/10/2024 Govt. opens portal for internships to bridge skill set gap / कौशल अंतर को पाटने के लिए सरकार ने इंटर्नशिप के लिए पोर्टल खोला Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Recently, the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme, which was announced by the Union Finance Minister during her Budget speech was launched. About PM Internship Scheme: It will enhance youth employability in India by offering them hands-on exposure to real-world business environments. The scheme represents a transformative opportunity to bridge the skills gap and drive sustainable growth in India. Aim: The scheme aims…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/10/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/10/2024 Israel suffers 8 casualties in Lebanon operation / लेबनान अभियान में इज़राइल के 8 लोग हताहत हुए Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu Israel’s ground incursion into Lebanon escalated tensions in West Asia, leading to the deaths of eight Israeli soldiers. The conflict was triggered by Iran’s missile attack on Israel, prompting retaliatory threats. The situation in Lebanon worsened, with rising casualties and mass displacements. Israeli Ground Incursion: Israel launched a ground incursion into Lebanon to battle Hezbollah, leaving eight Israeli soldiers dead. Seven soldiers were killed in two separate attacks,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/10/2024

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/10/2024  ISRO plans to launch 112-day mission to the planet Venus in March 2028 /इसरो मार्च 2028 में शुक्र ग्रह पर 112 दिवसीय मिशन शुरू करने की योजना बना रहा है Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu India’s maiden mission to Venus, which is scheduled for launch in March 2028, will embark on a 112-day journey to reach the planet. About Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM): Launch year: Scheduled for March 2028. Aim: The mission aims to study Venus’ atmosphere, surface, and solar interactions. Key objectives include mapping Venus’ topography, analyzing atmospheric…