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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/06/2024 Kerala House passes motion to rename the State ‘Keralam’ / केरल विधानसभा ने राज्य का नाम बदलकर ‘केरलम’ करने का प्रस्ताव पारित किया (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The Kerala Assembly unanimously passed a resolution to amend the Constitution, and change the state’s name from ‘Kerala’ to ‘Keralam’ under Article 3. Renaming Process: Renaming a state in India involves a detailed procedure under Articles 3 and 4 of the Constitution. Initiation of Bill: The process begins with a bill recommended by the President, which is introduced in Parliament. State Assembly Consultation: Before introduction,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/06/2024 Sherds with geometric symbols unearthed during excavations at Perumbalai in T.N. / तमिलनाडु के पेरुम्बलाई में खुदाई के दौरान ज्यामितीय प्रतीकों वाले अवशेष मिले। (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Hindu Tamil Nadu’s Department of Archaeology has uncovered ancient graffiti-marked potsherds at Perumbalai, Dharmapuri district, dating back to the 6th Century BCE.The findings, including over 1,000 inscribed potsherds and various antiquities, provide significant insights into the Iron Age and early historic periods in the region. Significance of these excavations: Historical Insight: The findings at Perumbalai provide valuable information about the Iron Age and early historic…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/06/2024 Act punishing organised cheating comes into effect / संगठित धोखाधड़ी को दंडित करने वाला अधिनियम लागू हुआ (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The Union government has enacted the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, effective June 21, to combat cheating in government recruitment exams. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 was enacted to prevent malpractices and organised cheating in government recruitment exams. The Act was passed by Parliament on February 6, 2024, and came into effect on June 21, 2024. Fine and Imprisonment: Imprisonment: Offenders face imprisonment for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/06/2024 Karnataka govt. clears Centre’s proposal on reviving gold mining at Kolar Gold Fields / कर्नाटक सरकार ने कोलार गोल्ड फील्ड्स में सोने के खनन को पुनर्जीवित करने के केंद्र के प्रस्ताव को मंजूरी दी Syllabus : Prelims Fact The Karnataka government approved the revival of gold mining at the historic Kolar Gold Fields (KGF), authorising the auction of 13 tailing dumps covering 1,003.4 acres by Bharat Gold Mines Ltd. (BGML). About Kolar Gold Fields (KGF): Historical Significance: Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) is one of the oldest gold mines in India, dating back over 120 years. Location:…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/06/2024 PM inaugurates Nalanda University campus in Bihar / प्रधानमंत्री ने बिहार में नालंदा विश्वविद्यालय परिसर का उद्घाटन किया (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University near the ancient ruins at Rajgir, Bihar. The university, revived under the Nalanda University Act of 2010, aims to be an international institution for intellectual and cultural studies, reflecting India’s rich academic heritage and its role in global cultural exchange. About Nalanda University: Nalanda stands out as the most ancient university on the Indian Subcontinent. It was founded by…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/06/2024 NSAs of India and the U.S. assure industry to resolve any barriers that hold back relations / भारत और अमेरिका के NSA ने उद्योग जगत को भरोसा दिलाया कि वे संबंधों में बाधा डालने वाली किसी भी बाधा को दूर करेंगे (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and U.S. counterpart Jake Sullivan met at the iCET CEO roundtable to strengthen technology cooperation. Discussions included defence deals and overcoming barriers to deepen bilateral ties in critical sectors like semiconductors and aerospace technology. India – US Defence Cooperation Strategic Partnership:…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/06/2024 NSAs of India, U.S. review progress on iCET, silent on Pannun investigation / भारत और अमेरिका के एनएसए ने आईसीईटी पर प्रगति की समीक्षा की, पन्नुन जांच पर चुप्पी साधी (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu Indian National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan led the second session of the India-US initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET). Understanding iCET The Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) was launched by India and the US to expand the India-US partnership for critical and emerging technologies– that will drive…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/06/2024 Prerna Sthal will be inaugurated tomorrow / प्रेरणा स्थल का उद्घाटन कल होगा Syllabus : Prelims Fact The relocation of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar statues from their prominent positions near Parliament to Prerna Sthal has sparked controversy. Opposition parties criticising it as an attempt to stifle democratic protests, while the Lok Sabha Secretariat cites redevelopment plans as justification. Prerna Sthal is an area within the Parliament complex in India. It houses key statues, including those of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. These statues were relocated from their earlier prominent positions near Parliament. The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/06/2024 Rapid, diagnostic test for UTIs may help stem super bug crisis / UTI के लिए तेज़, निदान परीक्षण सुपर बग संकट को रोकने में मदद कर सकता है (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance awarded £8 million to Sysmex Astrego’s PA-100 AST System, a rapid diagnostic test for UTIs. What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? Superbugs: Definition: Superbugs are strains of bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that have become resistant to most antibiotics and other medications commonly used to treat infections. Examples: MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus), CRE (Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae),…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/06/2024 Physical Research Laboratory scientists find three new craters on Mars surface /भौतिक अनुसंधान प्रयोगशाला के वैज्ञानिकों ने मंगल ग्रह की सतह पर तीन नए क्रेटर खोजे Syllabus : Prelims Fact Scientists from Ahmedabad’s Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) discovered three new craters on Mars in the Tharsis volcanic region. One crater, named “Lal,” honours Devendra Lal, former PRL director, and spans 65 km in diameter. Lal crater exhibits geophysical evidence of sedimentary deposits up to 45 metres thick beneath its surface, suggesting past water activity. This finding supports the hypothesis that Mars had surface water and potentially…