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CURRENT AFFAIR – 07/10/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 07/10/2025 Deliberations continue on proposed nuclear Bill/प्रस्तावित परमाणु विधेयक पर विचार-विमर्श जारी Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology / Prelims Source : The Hindu The Government of India is deliberating a new Nuclear Bill to amend the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010, with the aim of allowing private and foreign companies to participate in building and operating nuclear power plants. This marks a major shift in India’s long-standing policy of state monopoly over nuclear power generation. Static Context (a) Present Legal Framework Atomic Energy Act, 1962:Grants the…

CURRENT AFFIAR – 06/10/2025

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CURRENT AFFIAR – 06/10/2025 23 killed in torrential rain in Bengal/बंगाल में मूसलाधार बारिश में 23 लोगों की मौत Syllabus : GS 3 : Disaster Management / Prelims Source : The Hindu Torrential rains and landslides in Darjeeling and other parts of North Bengal have caused the deaths of at least 23 people and severe damage to infrastructure. The incident highlights the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in India’s Himalayan region, raising concerns over climate vulnerability, disaster preparedness, and sustainable development in fragile mountain ecosystems. Static Context Geographical Context The Darjeeling–Kalimpong region lies in the Sub-Himalayan belt, characterised by…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 04/10/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 04/10/2025 Nations must prepare to deal with stablecoins: Sitharaman/राष्ट्रों को स्थिर सिक्कों से निपटने के लिए तैयार रहना चाहिए: सीतारमण Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy / Prelims Source : The Hindu Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently highlighted that nations cannot ignore the rise of stablecoins and must prepare to engage with them. Speaking at the Kautilya Economic Conclave (2025), she stressed that innovations in cryptocurrency are reshaping money, capital flows, and even the global financial order. This has direct implications for India’s monetary policy, financial stability, and strategic autonomy. Static Context Cryptocurrencies &Stablecoins Cryptocurrency:…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 03/10/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 03/10/2025 Private project plans in first half of fiscal at a 15-year high/वित्त वर्ष की पहली छमाही में निजी परियोजनाओं की योजना 15 साल के उच्चतम स्तर पर Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy / Prelims Source : The Hindu In the first half of FY 2025-26, India witnessed a striking divergence in investment patterns. While the private sector touched a nearly 15-year high in new project announcements, both the government and foreign companies recorded historic lows. This reflects structural changes in India’s investment landscape, with domestic private firms increasingly driving capital formation. Key Facts Private…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/09/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/09/2025 50% of U.P. industries flout norms: report on Ganga pollution/उत्तरप्रदेश के 50 फीसदी उद्योगों ने नियमों का उल्लंघन किया: रिपोर्ट The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in its report to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has revealed that over 50% of Grossly Polluting Industries (GPIs) in Uttar Pradesh are not complying with pollution control norms. Despite ongoing projects like NamamiGange and judicial interventions, industrial effluents remain a major source of Ganga pollution. This raises critical questions about the effectiveness of regulatory enforcement and India’s commitment to sustainable development goals. Key Findings of the CPCB Report (Sept…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 25/09/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 25/09/2025 Leh stir explodes into deadly violence; govt. blames activist/लेह आंदोलन जानलेवा हिंसा में बदल गया; सरकार ने कार्यकर्ता को ज़िम्मेदार ठहराया Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity / Prelims Source : The Hindu On September 24, 2025, Leh city in the Union Territory of Ladakh witnessed violent protests following demands for Statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule to safeguard tribal rights. The unrest led to destruction of public property, injuries to security personnel, and casualties. Climate activist SonamWangchuk, who initiated a hunger strike from September 10, was identified as a central figure triggering the…

CURRENT AFFAIR -24/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIR -24/09/2024 India may increase energy efficiency target for COP30/COP30 के लिए ऊर्जा दक्षता लक्ष्य बढ़ा सकता है भारत Syllabus :GS 2& 3 : International Relations& Environment / Prelims Source : The Hindu 2025). NDCs are country-specific climate action goals under the Paris Agreement (2015), aimed at limiting global warming to below 2°C (preferably 1.5°C) above pre-industrial levels. India is likely to raise its energy efficiency targets, signaling a stronger commitment to sustainable development while balancing the needs of economic growth and energy security. Static Context Paris Agreement & NDCs Legally binding international treaty adopted at COP21 (2015). Requires…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 23/09/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 23/09/2025 India and Morocco sign defence cooperation MoU to boost strategic alliance/भारत और मोरक्कोने रणनीतिक गठबंधन को बढ़ावा देने के लिए रक्षा सहयोग समझौता ज्ञापन पर हस्ताक्षर किए Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations/ Prelims Source : The Hindu India and Morocco on September 22, 2025, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on defence cooperation in Rabat, witnessed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Moroccan counterpart AbdeltifLoudiyi. The agreement marks a new phase in India’s outreach to North Africa, reflecting the Act West Policy and the broader goal of diversifying strategic partnerships beyond South Asia…

CURRENT AFFAIR-22/09/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR-22/09/2025 One-time H-1B fee for new applicants: U.S./नएआवेदकोंकेलिए एकमुश्त एच-1बी शुल्क: यू.एस. Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations/ Prelims Source : The Hindu The U.S. government under President Donald Trump recently announced a sharp hike in the H-1B visa fee to $100,000. Initially, confusion prevailed as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested it would be an annual fee. However, the White House later clarified that this will be a one-time fee applicable only for new H-1B applicants starting from the next lottery cycle. The clarification eased panic among Indian H-1B visa holders abroad, who had rushed to book last-minute…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 20/09/2025

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CURRENT AFFAIR – 20/09/2025 As India and Canada reset ties, NSAs hold talks on security cooperation/भारत और कनाडा के बीच संबंधों में सुधार के साथ, राष्ट्रीय सुरक्षा सलाहकारों ने सुरक्षा सहयोग पर बातचीत की Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations/ Prelims Source : The Hindu India and Canada share historical linkages rooted in Commonwealth membership, democratic values, and a large Indian diaspora (over 1.6 million people of Indian origin, including a significant Sikh community). However, bilateral relations have often been overshadowed by Canada’s handling of Khalistani separatist elements on its soil. The latest meeting between National Security Advisers AjitDoval…

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