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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/03/2024 India signs free trade pact with 4 European countries (General Studies- Paper III) Source  : The Hindu India recently signed a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with four European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries – Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. This FTA aims to boost investments in India and create one million jobs. Key Highlights Previous FTAs and Unique Features: This marks India’s second full-fledged FTA, following the agreement with the United Arab Emirates. The TEPA includes significant tariff reductions, increased market access, and streamlined customs procedures. Notably, the EFTA countries, distinct from the European…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/03/2024 Fall and rise in women’s work participation (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Hindu The discussion surrounding trends in Indian women’s employment is notably prominent, often paralleled by debates on poverty trends. Regrettably, while there is substantial scrutiny of poverty measurement, a comparable level of attention is lacking in the examination of employment metrics. Key Highlights Historical Work Participation Rate Fluctuations: 1993-2023 Drawing on data from the National Sample Surveys (NSS) and Periodic Labour Force Surveys (PLFS), the overall trend in women’s work participation reveals intriguing patterns. From 1993-94 to 2004-05, the work participation rate…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/03/2024 MethaneSAT Source : The Indian Express On March 4, MethaneSAT, a revolutionary satellite designed to track and measure global methane emissions, was successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon9 rocket from California. Unlike its predecessors, this washing-machine-sized satellite promises enhanced capabilities, providing more detailed and extensive data on methane emissions. Key Highlights Significance of Tracking Methane Emissions: Methane, though invisible, is a potent greenhouse gas, ranking as the second-largest contributor to global warming after carbon dioxide. It accounts for 30% of global heating since the Industrial Revolution. Over a 20-year period, methane is 80 times more effective…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/03/2024 Maldives signs defence pact with China Source : The Hindu Maldives’s Defence Ministry announced the signing of a military pact with China. The agreement was signed between Maldivian Defence Minister Mohamed GhassanMaumoon and Major General Zhang Baoqun, Deputy Director at China’s Office for International Military Cooperation. The pact involves “China’s provision of military assistance gratis to the Republic of Maldives, fostering stronger bilateral ties.” Key Highlights In addition to the military pact, the two sides engaged in bilateral talks on military cooperation. The move aligns with the commitment made during President Muizzu’s state visit to China…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/03/2024 White Revolution 2.0 (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express In rural India, the monthly per capita expenditure on milk and dairy products is Rs 314, surpassing other food items such as vegetables (Rs 203), cereals (Rs 185), egg, fish & meat (Rs 185), fruits (Rs 140), edible oil (Rs 136), spices (Rs 113), and pulses (Rs 76). Urban India also demonstrates a preference for milk, with a monthly per capita expenditure of Rs 466, followed by fruits (Rs 246), vegetables (Rs 245), cereals (Rs 235), egg, fish & meat (Rs 231), edible oil…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/03/20249 Mountains of plastic are choking the Himalayan States (General Studies- Paper III) Source :  The Hindu Plastic pollution has become a pervasive issue, extending from the highest peaks of the Himalayas to the depths of ocean trenches. Microplastics, a byproduct of improper plastic disposal, are found not only in natural landscapes but even within the human body, including the lungs and placenta. Key Highlights Microplastics in the Himalayas: Microplastics are discovered in the Himalayan mountains, rivers, lakes, and streams. Glaciers in the region can trap these particles for extended periods, releasing them into rivers during snowmelt.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/03/2024 Unrestrained poaching plays big role in decline of Odisha’s leopards (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu Odisha has experienced a significant reduction in its leopard population, with a staggering one-fourth lost between 2018 and 2022. This alarming trend is primarily attributed to poaching, as revealed by the ‘Status of Leopards India’ report released recently. Key Highlights Population Decline Overview: The latest leopard census indicates a substantial decline in Odisha’s leopard population, estimating it at 568 individuals. This represents a sharp drop from the previous countrywide estimate of 760 leopards, with a significant decrease of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/03/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/03/2024 GDP growth forFY24 pegged at 7.6% (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu The National Statistical Office (NSO) has made significant revisions to India’s economic growth estimates, indicating a more optimistic outlook. This includes an upward adjustment of the real GDP growth estimate for the current year to 7.6%, surpassing the previous projection of 7.3%. Conversely, the growth estimate for 2022-23 has been scaled down from 7.2% to 7%, and the 2021-22 estimate increased from 9.1% to 9.7%. Key Highlights Gross Value Added (GVA) Projections The Gross Value Added (GVA) in the economy is anticipated…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/02/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/02/2024 Four IAF pilots named as possible Gaganyaan crew (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu India disclosed the names of its four astronaut-designates for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission, scheduled for launch in 2025. The revelation took place during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram. Key Highlights Astronaut Designates: The selected astronaut-designates are distinguished Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots, namely Group Captain PrasanthBalakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain AngadPratap, and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla. These names were unveiled for the first time, and the final…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/02/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/02/2024 An expansive land management policy is overdue (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu Land plays a crucial role in ecological, economic, social, and cultural aspects of human activities. However, its multi-dimensional character is often overlooked in land management practices, leading to excessive stress, land degradation, and environmental depletion. Key Highlights Global Impact and Urgency: Globally, the annual losses of ecosystem services due to land degradation are estimated at $6 trillion. International efforts, such as the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP14), emphasize the need to achieve land degradation neutrality. The Intergovernmental Panel on…