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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/07/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/07/2024 Spike in pollution levels may raise death rates in cities with cleaner air, says study / अध्ययन में कहा गया है कि प्रदूषण के स्तर में वृद्धि से स्वच्छ हवा वाले शहरों में मृत्यु दर बढ़ सकती है (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu A multi-city analysis in India, published in Lancet Planet Health, reveals that spikes in air pollution in cities with cleaner air, like Bengaluru, can raise death rates more than in heavily polluted cities like Delhi. The study highlights significant health risks even at lower PM 2.5 levels. About Report: Scientists…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/07/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/07/2024 Worrying spread of water hyacinth in Kerala’s Vembanad lake / केरल की वेम्बनाड झील में जलकुंभी का फैलना चिंताजनक है Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu The Vembanad lake in Kerala’s Kottayam district is heavily infested with water hyacinth, an invasive species that disrupts aquatic ecosystems by harming fish and other species, and impeding water flow. About Water Hyacinth: Water hyacinth (Pontederia crassipes) is an invasive species native to South Africa. The plant has naturalised itself in many other parts of the world. While the plant has some uses too, when it covers the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/07/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/07/2024 Kozhikode secures ‘City of Literature’ status at annual UCCN conference held in Portugal / पुर्तगाल में आयोजित वार्षिक UCCN सम्मेलन में कोझिकोड को ‘साहित्य का शहर’ का दर्जा मिला Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Kozhikode became part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) as a “City of Literature” during the 16th annual conference in Braga, Portugal. The conference, themed “Bringing youth to the table for the next decade,” features presentations by new members, including Kozhikode, showcasing their cultural heritage and contributions. About Kozhikode: It is located on the Malabar coast of Kerala,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/07/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/07/2024 Carbon derived from coconut husks can power supercapacitors, find researchers / शोधकर्ताओं ने पाया कि नारियल के छिलकों से प्राप्त कार्बन से सुपरकैपेसिटर को ऊर्जा मिल सकती है  (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu Researchers at Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram, developed a method to produce activated carbon from coconut husks for high-performance supercapacitors. This eco-friendly, low-cost material significantly outperforms existing supercapacitors, offering sustainable energy storage solutions. The findings were published in the American Sustainable Resource Management Journal. Coconut husks, a major agricultural residue in Kerala, provide a sustainable and cost-effective source for activated…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/06/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/06/2024 India achieves ‘outstanding outcome’ in FATF evaluation / भारत ने FATF मूल्यांकन में ‘उत्कृष्ट परिणाम’ प्राप्त किया (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu India has achieved an outstanding outcome in the Mutual Evaluation conducted during 2023-24 by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The Mutual Evaluation Report of India, which was adopted in the FATF plenary held in Singapore recently, places India in the “regular follow-up” category, a distinction shared by only four other G-20 countries. About Financial Action Task Force (FATF): The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental organisation founded in…

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…