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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/03/2024 Water, an instrument to build world peace (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu World Water Day, established by the United Nations in 1993, aims to raise awareness about the importance of freshwater resources globally. Each year, a specific theme is chosen to highlight various aspects of water management and sustainability. This year’s theme, “Water for Peace,” underscores the critical role of water in fostering peaceful relations among nations and communities. Key Highlights Global Water Crisis The world is grappling with a severe water crisis, stemming from various factors such as rapid urbanization, industrialization, unsustainable…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/03/2024 Delhi tops list of world’s most polluted capital cities in 2023 (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The World Air Quality Report for 2023, compiled by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company, sheds light on the global scenario of air pollution. It utilizes data from various monitoring stations worldwide, including those operated by government bodies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations. Key Highlights Delhi’s Pollution Status: In 2023, Delhi, the capital city of India, emerged as the most polluted capital globally, based on its annual average PM 2.5 level. The PM 2.5 level…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/03/2024 The curious case of SosammaIype and the Vechur cow (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu The story of Dr. SosammaIype, a quiet and unassuming woman, unfolds against the backdrop of India’s rapid industrialization and the simultaneous decline of indigenous cattle breeds. In 2022, she received the prestigious Padma Shri for her remarkable efforts in saving and resurrecting the Vechur cow, a breed on the brink of extinction. Key Highlights Agrarian Transformations and Erasure of Breeds: India’s post-Independence era was marked by efforts to modernize agriculture and animal husbandry to address poverty and food scarcity.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/03/2024 Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) highlights the alarming prevalence of violence against women in India. Approximately 30% of women aged 18-49 report experiencing physical violence starting as early as age 15, while 6% have endured sexual violence. These statistics underscore a concerning societal issue that demands attention and action. Key Highlights Interconnectedness of Violence, Homelessness, and Mental Health: Research indicates a complex interplay between violence against women, homelessness, and mental health. The Banyan, an organization working with homeless women with mental…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/03/2024 With Agni V test, India makes the MIRV leap (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu On March 11, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India’s successful flight test of the Agni V ballistic missile with MIRV technology, conducted under ‘Mission Divyastra’. This achievement places India among a select group of nations possessing MIRV technology, allowing a single missile to deliver multiple nuclear warheads. Key Highlights Introduction to MIRVs: Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicles (MIRVs) are a technology that enables a single missile to carry and deliver multiple nuclear warheads to different targets. They function as…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/03/2024 Railways plans to develop multi-modal transport hubs (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu The Indian Railways is set to embark on a transformative journey with the creation of mega railway terminals in aspirational cities across the nation. This initiative is aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ agenda, aiming to bolster infrastructure in cities boasting a population exceeding 10 lakh. Key Highlights Expansion Scope and Strategy Official sources reveal that the Railway Board intends to extend this initiative beyond cities meeting the population criterion, potentially encompassing areas anticipating significant population growth. Shirish Kumar…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/03/2024 Panel recommendssimultaneous polls (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu Former President Ram NathKovind led a high-level committee which has recommended the implementation of simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. The committee submitted its report, comprising over 18,000 pages, to President DroupadiMurmu. However, a shorter 321-page version has been made public. Key Highlights Phased Approach The committee proposes a phased approach to synchronize elections, suggesting municipal and panchayat polls within 100 days of the general election as the next phase. The upcoming Lok Sabha polls will not be influenced by the recommendations…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/03/2024 SC to hear plea to include CJI on EC selection panel (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court has agreed to urgently hear a plea regarding the filling of two vacancies of Election Commissioners in the Election Commission of India (ECI) after ArunGoel’s unexpected resignation ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Key Highlights A plea filed by NGO Association for Democratic Reforms raises concerns about potential unfair advantage in the appointment process, particularly due to recent changes in the law governing the appointments of ECs. The NGO is seeking a halt on…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/03/2024 Intra-group caste variances, equality and the Court’s gaze (General Studies- Paper II) Source : the Hindu In an upcoming landmark judgment, a seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court of India is set to decide on a crucial legal question with far-reaching implications for affirmative action and reservations under the Constitution. The case, State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh, centers around the authority of State governments to make sub-classifications within the proportion prescribed for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in public employment recruitment. The core issue is whether regional units can carve out special allowances…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/03/2024 Test flight of Agni-5with MIRV successful (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a significant achievement in India’s nuclear weapons program, revealing the successful test firing of the Agni-V ballistic missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This breakthrough enhances redundancy and strategic capabilities, marking a milestone for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Key Highlights Mission Divyastra: The test, named Mission Divyastra, was conducted at Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha. DRDO stated that various telemetry and radar stations meticulously tracked and…