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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 31/10/2023 Easing the transport of cargo by Railways (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH The Indian Railways (IR) has traditionally been a cost-effective means of transporting bulk cargo. However, it faces challenges in maintaining its share in the movement of goods due to changing logistics dynamics. Key Highlights To address this, the Indian government has introduced two key policies: the PM GatiShakti (PMGS) policy and the National Logistics Policy (NLP). The former aims to create a seamless multi-modal transport network, while the latter focuses on building a national logistics portal. PM GatiShakti (PMGS) Policy National Master…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2023 Bangladesh is building memorial to honour Indian heroes of 1971 war (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH A memorial is being constructed in Ashuganj, Bangladesh, to commemorate the Indian soldiers who made significant sacrifices during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971. The memorial is set to be completed soon and is expected to be inaugurated by the Prime Ministers of both India and Bangladesh. Key Highlights Memorial Details Location: Ashuganj, Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh Inscribed Names: The memorial will feature the names of approximately 1,600 Indian soldiers who gave their lives during the 1971 Liberation War.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2023 Dark pattern sales deemed ‘cybercrime’ (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH The Ministry of Civil Aviation in India has demanded that low-cost carrier IndiGo rectify its website after numerous complaints about deceptive practices by airlines and online travel agents during flight ticket bookings. A meeting scheduled to address issues such as the misrepresentation of paid seats, passengers being denied boarding despite valid tickets, and delays in flight cancellation refunds. Key Highlight Deceptive Practices and “Dark Patterns” Consumer Affairs Secretary characterizes these practices as “dark patterns,” referring to deceptive website design that nudges consumers into unintended…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/10/2023 Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The Lok Sabha Ethics Committee is set to address a complaint against MahuaMoitra by Nishikant Dubey. The committee last met on July 27, 2021, as per the Parliament website. The committee has been dealing with complaints for over two decades, with most cases involving minor offenses. Committee members are appointed by the Speaker for a one-year term. Key Highlights Current Composition of the Ethics Committee The committee is currently chaired by Vinod Kumar Sonkar, the BJP’s Kaushambi MP. It includes members from various…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2023 NCERT panel suggestsreplacing ‘India’ with‘Bharat’ in textbooks (General Studies- Paper I) Source : TH A high-level committee established by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to revise the social sciences curriculum for schools has recommended replacing the term ‘India’ with ‘Bharat’ in school textbooks. The committee, headed by retired history professor C.I. Issac, has submitted a unanimous recommendation for the change, and the NCERT has not yet approved it. The committee has also suggested giving equal space to all Indian dynasties in textbooks and incorporating new discoveries in the syllabus. Key Highlights: Committee’s…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/10/2023 Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express Dust suppressants are being employed in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) to combat pollution caused by dust. These suppressants, such as calcium or magnesium salts, are substances that can absorb moisture. Environment Minister stated that a “dust suppressant powder” would be mixed with water and sprayed on roads to effectively reduce dust levels.   Key Highlights Previous Usage This is not the first time dust suppressants have been used in the capital and parts of…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/10/2023 Army’s Project Udbhav to rediscover ‘Indic heritage of statecraft’ from ancient texts (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH The Indian Army has initiated a project called Project Udbhav in collaboration with the United Service Institution of India (USI), a defense think-tank. This project aims to explore the profound Indic heritage of statecraft and strategic thoughts derived from ancient Indian texts related to statecraft, warcraft, diplomacy, and grand strategy.   Key Highlights The USI, as part of Project Udbhav, organized a Military Heritage Festival on October 21 and 22. The festival’s purpose was to educate future…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/10/2023 A draft menstrual hygiene policy, at long last (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The Menstrual Hygiene Policy in India aims to tackle long-standing challenges related to menstruation. Historically, this natural biological process has been overlooked, negatively impacting girls, women, families, and the environment. The policy is designed to comprehensively address the diverse requirements of all individuals who menstruate, with a focus on improving access to menstrual products, private and clean toilets, and overall menstrual hygiene.   Key Highlights Comprehensive Lifecycle Approach: The policy intends to provide support throughout the menstrual journey, from menarche (the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/10/2023 What Caused the Largest Marsquake? (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express A recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters has unveiled the cause behind the largest marsquake ever recorded, which occurred in 2022. Initially suspected to be the result of a meteor impact, the research dispels this theory and reveals the true origin of the seismic event. Key Highlights Meteor Impact Theory Debunked: The marsquake in question had a magnitude of 4.7 and initially appeared to have seismic characteristics similar to those caused by meteoroid impacts. Consequently, scientists launched an international effort to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/10/2023 Cabinet clears ₹15,000-crore bonanza for government staff (General Studies- Paper III, Page 1, the Hindu) Source : TH The Union Cabinet has approved a significant financial boost for government employees and pensioners to coincide with the festive season and upcoming Assembly elections. This package includes an increase in dearness allowance (DA) to combat inflation. Additionally, non-gazetted railway employees have been granted a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB). This move aims to address the rising cost of living and acknowledge the performance of government employees. Key Highlights The Union Cabinet approved a ₹15,000-crore package for government employees and…