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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/06/2024 India and U.S. in talks for Stryker infantry vehicles/ भारत और अमेरिका स्ट्राइकर पैदल सेना वाहनों के लिए बातचीत कर रहे हैं (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu India and the U.S. are in early discussions about co-producing Stryker infantry vehicles and Javelin anti-tank missiles, enhancing defence collaboration. Progress is also noted in deals for MQ-9B drones and GE-414 jet engines under the iCET framework, aiming to boost defence and technological partnerships. S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M. Campbell mentioned the potential for local manufacture of several hundred Stryker variants with customizations for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/06/2024 U.S. criticises India in report on religious freedom / धार्मिक स्वतंत्रता पर रिपोर्ट में अमेरिका ने भारत की आलोचना की (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The U.S. published a report on Wednesday criticizing India, a close partner, on religious freedom. Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted concerns about anti-conversion laws, hate speech, and demolition of homes and places of worship affecting minority faith communities in India. The report also noted a sharp increase in anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in the U.S. related to the Gaza war. Despite public criticism, significant action from the State…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/06/2024 After 20 years of resistance to reservation of seats for women, Nagaland to vote in civic polls today / महिलाओं के लिए सीटों के आरक्षण के 20 साल के विरोध के बाद, नागालैंड में आज निकाय चुनाव होंगे (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu Nagaland is set to hold urban local body elections after 20 years, with 33% reservation for women for the first time. The elections, occurring in 10 districts, face resistance in six eastern districts. The move follows the Supreme Court’s directive and marks significant political and social developments in the state.…

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…
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