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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…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/09/2024 Kerala tops citizen-centric reforms categories in Centre’s latest rankings / केंद्र की ताजा रैंकिंग में नागरिक केंद्रित सुधार श्रेणियों में केरल शीर्ष पर है Syllabus : GS 2 : Governance Source : The Hindu Kerala’s recognition as a leader in business and citizen-centric reforms by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry highlights the state’s strides in improving the ease of doing business and public service delivery.      The state leveraged digital tools and policy reforms to enhance efficiency and responsiveness across multiple sectors. Announcement       Kerala emerged as a top performer in two business-centric…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/09/2024 Centre suggests measures to enhance security at hospitals /केंद्र ने अस्पतालों में सुरक्षा बढ़ाने के उपाय सुझाए Syllabus : GS 2 : Social Justice Source : The Hindu The Union Health Ministry has proposed enhanced security measures for hospitals, including employing ex-servicemen and integrating with local police, following a recent consultation. This comes after the violent attack on a physician in Kolkata, aiming to improve safety for healthcare workers. Measures suggested by the central government: Employ Ex-Servicemen: Use ex-servicemen and State security forces as security personnel in high-risk hospital areas to enhance safety. Action Plan: States…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/09/2024 World Bank hikes India’s economic growth forecast to 7% for 2024-25 / विश्व बैंक ने 2024-25 के लिए भारत की आर्थिक वृद्धि का अनुमान बढ़ाकर 7% किया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The World Bank has revised India’s growth forecast to 7%, reflecting the country’s economic resilience amid global challenges. This positive outlook is driven by strong performance in manufacturing and significant public investment. The revised forecast aligns with projections from the IMF and ADB for FY 24/25. Analysis of the news: World Bank has revised India’s GDP growth forecast to 7% for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/09/2024 Next-generation sequencing to map genetic blueprint of indigenous cattle / स्वदेशी मवेशियों के आनुवंशिक खाके का मानचित्रण करने के लिए अगली पीढ़ी की अनुक्रमणिका Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) focuses on conserving indigenous cattle breeds using advanced genetic technologies and developing vaccines to combat livestock diseases. Under the DBT’s ‘BioE3’ policy, NIAB promotes bio-manufacturing and innovations in livestock health, diagnostics, biomolecules, and alternative proteins for a sustainable bio-economy. Analysis of the news: The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) is working to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/09/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/09/2024 ASI copying old stone inscriptions on temple walls in Tiruchi district /ASI ने तिरुचि जिले में मंदिर की दीवारों पर पुराने पत्थर के शिलालेखों की नकल की Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The ASI is copying inscriptions from two temples in Srirangam and Manachanallur taluks, Tiruchi district. Inscriptions on temple walls in Tiruchi district: The inscriptions at Mattrurai Varadeswarar Temple, Thiruvasi, are believed to be from the Kulothunga Chola period, a significant era in South Indian history marked by Chola rule and temple construction. The Chola dynasty, particularly under Kulothunga, was known for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/08/2024 Cyclone Asna forms over Kutch; heavy rain batters Gujar / कच्छ के ऊपर चक्रवाती तूफान असना बना; गुजरात में भारी बारिश हुई Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Cyclone Asna, the first August Arabian Sea storm since 1976, formed over Gujarat’s Kutch coast, bringing heavy rainfall and causing 32 fatalities in Gujarat. Over 18,000 people were evacuated due to floods. Cyclone Asna: Formation: Cyclone Asna formed over the Kutch coast in Gujarat and adjoining areas of Pakistan. Impact: Caused light to moderate rainfall in Gujarat, with heavy to very heavy rainfall in Kutch…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/08/2024 Bonda tribe student set to pursue MBBS programme in Odisha / बोंडा जनजाति का छात्र ओडिशा में एमबीबीएस कार्यक्रम करने के लिए तैयार है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Mangala Muduli, a 19-year-old from Odisha’s Bonda tribe, became the first from his community to pursue medical education after clearing NEET. Raised in a remote village with minimal access to modern education, his achievement symbolises a generational leap for the Bonda tribe, historically isolated and vulnerable. Odisha’s Bonda tribe: Challenges: The Bondas face issues such as poverty, lack of education, and access to health…