Category: current affairs

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…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/10/2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…