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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/09/2024 Madras High Court junks plea to declare Tamil saint-poet’s birthday on Vaikasi Anusham / मद्रास उच्च न्यायालय ने तमिल संत-कवि के जन्मदिन को वैकासी अनुषम के रूप में मनाने की याचिका खारिज कर दी Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Madras High Court dismissed a petition seeking to declare Vaikasi Anusham as the official birthday of Tamil poet Tiruvalluvar, instead of the current celebration on the second day of Thai. The court upheld the Tamil Nadu government’s decision, stating that ‘Tiruvalluvar day’ is meant to honour his literary works, not a specific birth…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/09/2024 Rain harvesting work reveals megalithic burial site / वर्षा जल संचयन कार्य से विशालकाय दफन स्थल का पता चला Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu A rainwater harvesting project by the Koduvayur grama panchayat in Kerala led to the discovery of numerous megalithic urn burials on Kundlikkad hill. This find, unusual for hilltops, may provide significant insights into the Mesolithic and Iron Age periods in Kerala. Archaeologist Dr. K. Rajan highlights the need for further excavation to understand and date these burials accurately. What Are Megaliths? A megalith is a large stone structure or…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/09/2024 ‘Renewable energy sector will power India’s growth’ / ‘नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा क्षेत्र भारत के विकास को गति देगा’ Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the fourth Global Renewable Energy Investors Meet and Expo in Gujarat, highlighting India’s commitment to renewable energy and rapid economic growth. He detailed government initiatives, including new industrial cities, high-speed rail, research funding, and renewable energy targets, reinforcing India’s leadership in green technology. Analysis of the news: Steps taken by the Indian government to advance renewable energy and infrastructure development: Expansion of Infrastructure:…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/09/2024 Accused has right to be silent during interrogation judge / आरोपी को पूछताछ के दौरान चुप रहने का अधिकार है: जज Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, in granting bail to Arvind Kejriwal, upheld the right of an accused to remain silent during interrogation, criticising the practice of unnecessary arrests and emphasising that investigative power should not override individual constitutional rights. Analysis of the news: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, in his opinion allowing bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, affirmed the right of an accused to remain silent during interrogation. He…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/09/2024 ‘Mission Mausam’ to boost radar network to seed, tweak clouds / ‘मिशन मौसम’ रडार नेटवर्क को बढ़ावा देगा, ताकि बादलों को सींचा और उनमें सुधार लाया जा सके Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Mission Mausam is a ₹2,000-crore initiative by the Ministry of Earth Sciences to upgrade India’s weather forecasting capabilities, including installing new radars and advanced weather instruments. It also aims to enhance research on cloud simulation and weather modification techniques like cloud seeding. Mission Mausam: Objective: To upgrade India’s weather forecasting infrastructure and enhance understanding of weather modification techniques. Budget: ₹2,000…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/09/2024 Madrasas ‘unfit’ for proper education, NCPCR tells SC /NCPCR ने सुप्रीम कोर्ट से कहा, मदरसे उचित शिक्षा के लिए ‘अनुपयुक्त’ हैं Syllabus : GS 2 – Social Justice Source : The Hindu The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has criticised madrasas for inadequate education, citing curriculum issues, poor teacher quality, and lack of extracurricular activities. They argue that madrasas violate constitutional rights by teaching Islamic education to non-Muslims and call for comprehensive reforms and oversight. Concerns Raised by NCPCR: Unsuitable Education Environment: Madrasas are deemed “unsuitable” for providing proper education due to their…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/09/2024 ‘India has a four-point principle to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict’ / ‘रूस-यूक्रेन विवाद को समाप्त करने के लिए भारत के पास चार सूत्री सिद्धांत हैं’ Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu India’s External Affairs Minister outlined a four-point principle for resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, emphasising peace, negotiation, and Russia’s involvement. India’s Four-Point Principle on Russia-Ukraine Conflict: India believes in pursuing peace, not war. War cannot resolve the conflict; negotiations are essential. Russia must be included in any successful peace process. India remains concerned and engaged in seeking a resolution. India’s Role Amid The Conflict:…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/09/2024 Professor, translator K. Chellappan passes away at 88 / प्रोफेसर, अनुवादक के. चेल्लप्पन का 88 वर्ष की आयु में निधन Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Professor K. Chellappan, an acclaimed translator and scholar known for his Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Tamil translation of Gora and significant contributions to comparative literature, has passed away at 88. Chellappan, commonly known as K.C.: Awards: Sahitya Akademi Award for Tamil translation of Rabindranath Tagore’s Gora (2020) Academic Focus: Comparative studies; doctorate on “Shakespeare and Ilango as Tragedians” Contributions: Authored The World as a Stage: Shakespearean Transformations and other…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/09/2024 Ukraine hopes that India will ‘review’ its decision on joining the Swiss peace process, says Ambassador / यूक्रेन को उम्मीद है कि भारत स्विस शांति प्रक्रिया में शामिल होने के अपने फैसले की ‘समीक्षा’ करेगा, राजदूत ने कहा Syllabus : GS 2 : International relations Source : The Hindu India is being encouraged by Ukraine to join the Swiss peace process on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, despite initially disassociating from the June summit. Ukraine seeks India’s active role in peace-building efforts, with upcoming discussions and diplomatic visits highlighting this engagement. Swiss Peace Process: The Swiss peace process…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/09/2024 Centre approves new treatment regimen for multidrug-resistant TB / केंद्र ने मल्टीड्रग-रेज़िस्टेंट टीबी के लिए नई उपचार पद्धति को मंज़ूरी दी Syllabus : GS 2 : Governance Source : The Hindu The Union Health Ministry on Friday approved the introduction of a new treatment regimen for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in India. The BPaLM regimen has proven to be a safe, more effective and quicker treatment option than the previous multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) treatment procedure, the Ministry said. It added that the country was working towards the elimination of TB by 2025, five years ahead of the global…