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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/12/2024 Militants in Syria capture Damascus as Assad flees /सीरिया में आतंकवादियों ने दमिश्क पर कब्जा कर लिया, जबकि असद भाग गया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants seized Damascus, toppling President Bashar al-Assad’s 13-year rule and marking a turning point in Syria’s prolonged civil war. This shift diminishes Russian and Iranian influence while raising concerns about HTS’s Islamist governance. Analysis of the news: Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants seized control of Damascus, ending President Bashar al-Assad’s 13-year rule in Syria after a prolonged civil war. President Assad reportedly fled…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/12/2024 Amid high inflation, RBI keeps repo rate at 6.5% /उच्च मुद्रास्फीति के बीच, RBI ने रेपो दर को 6.5% पर रखा Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu Recently the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained the repo rate at 6.50% for the 11th consecutive review, reflecting a cautious stance amid slowing growth and elevated inflation. Policy Repo Rate The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.50% for the 11th consecutive bi-monthly review. Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) The RBI reduced…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/12/2024 Winged visitors /पंख वाले आगंतुक Syllabus : Prelims Facts Source : The Hindu Pulicat Lake near Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, has become a vibrant hub for flamingos and other migratory birds with the onset of the northeast monsoon. The brimming lake highlights its ecological significance as a key wintering site for avian species. About Greater Flamingo: Physical Characteristics: Tall wading birds with pinkish plumage, long necks, and legs. The color comes from their diet of algae and crustaceans. Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN), but face threats like habitat loss and pollution. Species Diversity: Six recognized species, with…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/12/2024 India backs UN resolution calling on Israel to leave Palestine /भारत ने इजरायल से फिलिस्तीन छोड़ने के आह्वान वाले संयुक्त राष्ट्र के प्रस्ताव का समर्थन किया Syllabus : Prelims Facts Source : The Hindu India supported a UN General Assembly resolution urging Israel’s withdrawal from Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem, and reaffirmed the two-state solution. It also backed Israel’s withdrawal from the occupied Syrian Golan Heights. Analysis of the news: India voted in favor of the UN General Assembly resolution for Israel’s withdrawal from Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem. The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/12/2024 Gussadi dance /गुसाडी नृत्य Syllabus : Prelims Facts Source : The Hindu The Gussadi dance, performed by the Gond tribe, reflects the rich cultural heritage of Telangana’s indigenous communities. It was performed during Celebrations of the ‘Praja Palana Vijayotsava’, to commemorate the completion of one year of the Congress government in Telangana. Gussadi Dance: Key Information Origin: The Gussadi dance is a traditional tribal art form of the Gond tribe, primarily practiced in the regions of Telangana. Performance: It is performed during the Dandari festival, celebrated after the harvest season, as a tribute to deities and…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/12/2024 Manipur records dip in poppy cultivation by 32.13% : MARSAC /मणिपुर में अफीम की खेती में 32.13% की गिरावट दर्ज की गई : MARSAC Syllabus : Prelims Facts Source : The Hindu Poppy cultivation in Manipur decreased by 32.13% in 2023-24, yet it remains widespread across 12 of the state’s 16 districts. This decrease follows concerted efforts by law enforcement to destroy illicit poppy fields, as part of the state’s ongoing “war on drugs.”The cultivation is linked to drug smuggling and ongoing ethnic clashes. More About Poppy Plant: The poppy plant (Papaver somniferum) is native to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/12/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/12/2024 Trump threatens 100% tariffs on BRICS if dollar is undermined / ट्रम्प ने डॉलर के कमजोर होने पर ब्रिक्स पर 100% टैरिफ लगाने की धमकी दी Syllabus : Prelims Facts Source : The Hindu The U.S. dollar’s dominance in global trade is being challenged by BRICS nations, which aim to reduce reliance on it. In response, Donald Trump has threatened 100% tariffs if these countries promote alternatives or develop a BRICS currency. Trump’s Tariff Threat Against BRICS President-elect Donald Trump has threatened 100% tariffs on nine BRICS alliance nations if they undermine the U.S. dollar. The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2024 Cyclone Fengal to cross Puducherry coast today noon/ चक्रवात फेंगल आज दोपहर पुडुचेरी तट को पार करेगा Syllabus : GS 1 & 3 : Geography and Disaster Management Source : The Hindu A depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression and is likely to further intensify into Cyclone Fengal. The system is currently close to an area with higher sea surface temperatures (SST), contributing to its potential intensification into a cyclonic storm. Analysis of News:   Origin of the Name ‘Fengal’ The name ‘Fengal’ was proposed by Saudi Arabia and is…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2024 Economic historian Amiya Kumar Bagchi passes away / आर्थिक इतिहासकार अमिय कुमार बागची का निधन Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Amiya Kumar Bagchi, a trailblazing economist and public intellectual, revolutionized Indian economic history by linking imperialism to underdevelopment. His influential works and institution-building efforts have left an enduring legacy. Contributions of Amiya Kumar Bagchi Economic History: Revolutionized the study of economic history in India, combining macroeconomics with historical data analysis. Pathbreaking Research: Authored Private Investment in India 1900-1939, providing critical insights into India’s colonial economy and deindustrialization during the British period. Underdevelopment Studies:…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/11/2024 At treaty negotiations in Busan, India proposes compensation to meet costs of controlling plastics/बुसान में संधि वार्ता में, भारत ने प्लास्टिक को नियंत्रित करने की लागत को पूरा करने के लिए मुआवजे का प्रस्ताव रखा Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu India’s proposal at the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations calls for financial compensation and technology transfer to developing nations to address plastic pollution. Divergent country positions highlight challenges in limiting plastic production while balancing environmental and economic priorities. The treaty aims for global harmonization to curb plastic waste and ensure sustainability.…