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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/08/2024 PM calls for ‘secular civil code’ in Independence Day speech / प्रधानमंत्री ने स्वतंत्रता दिवस के भाषण में ‘धर्मनिरपेक्ष नागरिक संहिता’ का आह्वान किया Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the need for a ‘Secular Civil Code’ as opposed to the term ‘Uniform Civil Code’ (UCC). This shift in terminology underscores a nuanced approach to integrating diverse personal laws within a secular framework, aiming to unify legal standards while respecting religious diversity. Secular Civil Code A Secular Civil Code refers to a set of laws that…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/08/2024 ILO to help farmers eliminate child labour, forced work in cotton fields / ILO किसानों को बाल श्रम और कपास के खेतों में जबरन काम करवाने से रोकने में मदद करेगा Syllabus : GS 2 : Social Justice Source : The Hindu Cotton and hybrid cotton seeds from India are listed by the U.S. Labor Department as products made using child or forced labor. To address this issue, the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) have launched a new project to end child labour. About the new initiative The joint…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/08/2024 IIT-Madras retains top spot in NIRF ranking for sixth consecutive year / आईआईटी-मद्रास ने लगातार छठे साल एनआईआरएफ रैंकिंग में शीर्ष स्थान बरकरार रखा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 highlights top Indian educational institutions based on comprehensive parameters. IIT-Madras and Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru continued their dominance in engineering and research. New categories and increased institutional participation reflect ongoing enhancements in India’s higher education landscape. About the news: IIT-Madras ranked as the best educational institution in India for the sixth time since 2019. IIT-Madras also…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/08/2024 New Bill to give statutory powers to Railway Board / रेलवे बोर्ड को वैधानिक शक्तियां देने वाला नया विधेयक Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims to grant statutory powers to the Railway Board and improve its autonomy. By merging provisions from the 1905 Railway Board Act into the 1989 Railways Act, the Bill seeks to simplify the legal framework governing Indian Railways. About the news: Introduction of the Bill: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced the Railways (Amendment)…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/08/2024 DNA profiling and its value in establishing guilt or innocence / DNA प्रोफाइलिंग और अपराध या निर्दोषता स्थापित करने में इसका महत्व Syllabus : GS 3 : Science and Technology Source : The Hindu The use of DNA profiling in criminal investigations is often perceived as definitive in determining guilt or innocence. However, recent cases and judicial insights highlight its limitations and the necessity for corroborating evidence, emphasising that DNA analysis should be considered probabilistic rather than conclusive in legal proceedings. Definition and Concept of DNA Profiling DNA Profiling Definition: DNA profiling, also known as genetic…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/08/2024 Extra 100 gm crushes Vinesh’s Olympic dreams / 100 ग्राम अतिरिक्त खाने से विनेश का ओलंपिक सपना टूट गया Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s Olympics campaign ended in disappointment when she was disqualified for being 100 grams over the 50kg limit before her final match. Despite efforts to cut weight, including a sauna session and haircut, she failed to meet the weight requirement. Phogat, who had previously defeated top competitors and made history as the first Indian woman wrestler to reach Olympic an Olympic final, was eliminated, and Cuban Yusneylis…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/08/2024 Bangladesh students ask Yunus to lead for now / From hope to despair / बांग्लादेश के छात्रों ने यूनुस से अभी नेतृत्व करने को कहा / आशा से निराशा की ओर Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu Bangladesh students, leading anti-government protests, have proposed Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to head an interim government following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. Yunus has agreed to take on the role, aiming to stabilise the country and oversee fresh elections, amid ongoing political turmoil and public unrest. Who is Muhammad Yunus? Muhammad Yunus, a Bangladeshi…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/08/2024 WCC tag gives rare chance for Kashmir craftsmen to trace their roots, enhance skills / WCC टैग कश्मीरी कारीगरों को अपनी जड़ों को तलाशने और कौशल को बढ़ाने का दुर्लभ अवसर देता है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, has been recognized as a World Craft City by the World Crafts Council (WCC) for its rich craft traditions. This designation highlights Srinagar’s history as a hub on the Silk Route and celebrates its diverse crafts, including pashmina, woodcarving, and papier-mâché. The recognition aims to foster cultural…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/08/2024 ASI to copy stone inscriptions onto paper in Tiruppur / ASI तिरुपुर में पत्थर के शिलालेखों की नकल कागज पर करेगा Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu A team from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Mysore, recently copied important inscriptions at Thalishwarar Temple, Kovilpalayam, using the ‘estampage’ method. Eight inscriptions, dating from the 9th to 12th centuries, were recorded. The findings, including hero stones and sculptures, will be studied and reported. Inscriptions of Tiruppur: Historical Significance: Tiruppur, located in Tamil Nadu, India, is known for its ancient inscriptions that provide insights into the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/08/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/08/2024 72% of personal income-tax payers opted for new tax regime in 2023-24/ 2023-24 में 72% व्यक्तिगत आयकरदाताओं ने नई कर व्यवस्था को चुना Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy Source : The Hindu In the financial year 2023-24, 72% of India’s income-tax payers chose the new tax regime, a rise attributed to recent enhancements in the 2023-24 Budget. Changes included reduced tax slabs, increased tax-free income limit, higher tax rebate, and a raised standard deduction, making the regime more attractive. By the July 31 deadline, income tax return filings rose 7.5% to a record 7.29…