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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/10/2024 Mithun Chakraborty to get Dadasaheb Phalke Award / मिथुन चक्रवर्ती को दादा साहब फाल्के पुरस्कार मिलेगा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty has been awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2022, recognizing his significant contributions to Indian cinema. Known for iconic roles in films like Mrigayaa, Disco Dancer, and Agneepath, Mithun Chakraborty has also been active in social causes. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award: The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest recognition in the field of cinema. It was instituted in 1969 by the Government of India. Named after Dadasaheb Phalke,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/09/2024 92% of workers cleaning urban sewers, septic tanks from SC, ST, OBC groups survey / शहरी सीवर, सेप्टिक टैंकों की सफाई करने वाले 92% कर्मचारी एससी, एसटी, ओबीसी समूहों से हैं। सर्वेक्षण Syllabus : GS 1 : Indian Society Source : The Hindu Government data from over 3,000 urban local bodies across 29 States and Union Territories shows that 91.9% of the 38,000 sewer and septic tank cleaners profiles belong to SC, ST, or OBC communities. What are the socio-economic conditions of workers engaged in sewer and septic tank cleaning? Demographics: A significant majority (91.9%) of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/09/2024 U.K. PM Starmer backs permanent seat in UN Security Council for India / यू.के. के प्रधानमंत्री स्टारमर ने भारत के लिए संयुक्त राष्ट्र सुरक्षा परिषद में स्थायी सीट का समर्थन किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu British Prime Minister Keir Starmer backed India’s bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council to make it more representative and responsive.He also supported permanent representation for other nations, including Africa, Brazil, Japan, and Germany. Analysis of the news: During his address at the United Nations General Assembly, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasised…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/09/2024 Special initiative to drive away wild elephants from human habitations in Idukki village /इडुक्की गांव में जंगली हाथियों को मानव बस्तियों से दूर भगाने के लिए विशेष पहल Syllabus : GS 3 : Environment Source : The Hindu The Forest Department started a special initiative to drive away wild elephants that wreak havoc in Kanthallur village under the Marayur forest division in Idukki. According to the department officials, an 84-member team began the initiative on Thursday morning to drive away the elephants from human habitations in Kanthallur panchayat to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Marayur divisional forest officer…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/09/2024 Special court in Karnataka orders Lokayukta investigation against CM / कर्नाटक में विशेष अदालत ने सीएम के खिलाफ लोकायुक्त जांच का आदेश दिया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Bengaluru Special Court has directed Lokayukta police to register a criminal case against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and others over alleged illegal allotment of sites worth ₹56 crore by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority to his wife. The case involves charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act and various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Lokayukta: Historical Origin: Lokayukta is an anti-corruption ombudsman, first…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/09/2024 Army to receive Apache choppers in December; deploy LCH in Ladakh next year / सेना को दिसंबर में अपाचे हेलिकॉप्टर मिलेंगे; अगले साल लद्दाख में एलसीएच तैनात किए जाएंगे Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Indian Army is set to receive its first batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters in December after a six-month delay due to supply chain issues. Additionally, the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) will be deployed in Ladakh next year, designed specifically for high-altitude operations. Apache Helicopter (AH-64E): Origin: Developed by Boeing, USA. Type: Attack helicopter designed for multi-role…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/09/2024 Centre, State set to review scope of AFSPA in Manipur / केंद्र और राज्य मणिपुर में AFSPA के दायरे की समीक्षा करने के लिए तैयार Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Centre and the Manipur government are set to review the scope of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in the northeastern State. About the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), 1958: It is a law enacted by the Parliament in 1958 which gives the armed forces special powers and immunity to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”. When…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/09/2024 Quad meet launches maritime and health initiatives / क्वाड मीट ने समुद्री और स्वास्थ्य पहल की शुरुआत की Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu Leaders of the Quad countries gathered for their sixth summit to enhance collaboration on security, health, and education initiatives. The meeting also aimed to tackle regional challenges, including maritime aggression in the Indo-Pacific and the ongoing war in Ukraine. They announced various projects aimed at strengthening mutual support and cooperation. Analysis of News:   What is Quad? The grouping of four democracies –India, Australia, US and Japan– is…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/09/2024 SC asks Revanth not to interfere in 2015 cash-for-votes case / सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने रेवंत को 2015 के कैश-फॉर-वोट मामले में हस्तक्षेप न करने को कहा Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the government’s delays in appointing judges, particularly ignoring names reiterated by the Collegium. It questioned the prolonged vacancies in High Courts, which affect judicial efficiency and independence. The Court emphasised the need for timely appointments to uphold constitutional processes. Concerns Raised by the Supreme Court: Delay in Appointments: The Supreme Court expressed…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/09/2024 India abstains from voting on UNGA resolution against Israel’s ‘occupation’ / भारत ने इजरायल के ‘कब्जे’ के खिलाफ UNGA प्रस्ताव पर मतदान से परहेज किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu India abstained from a UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution calling on Israel to vacate Palestinian territories, supported by an International Court of Justice (ICJ) opinion. This shift marks a departure from its previous support for such resolutions, reflecting a nuanced approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Analysis of the news: This decision emphasises the necessity of dialogue and diplomacy in addressing the complexities of…