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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/12/2023 EU agrees new rules on hosting migrants, seeks to cut numbers (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The European Union (EU) has reached a comprehensive agreement on a set of new rules aimed at distributing the costs and responsibilities of hosting migrants more equitably and managing the influx of people. This agreement follows all-night talks between representatives of the European Parliament and EU governments, and it is part of a broader initiative known as the New Pact on Migration and Asylum, set to be implemented from the coming year. Key Highlights Reducing Arrival…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/12/2023 Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal laws (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The Lok Sabha recently approved three amended Bills that aim to modernize India’s criminal laws, replacing antiquated statutes rooted in colonial times. The legislation includes significant reforms, such as the integration of terrorism offenses into general crime laws, the elimination of the crime of sedition, and the introduction of capital punishment for mob lynching. Key Highlights Bills and Replacements: Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita Bill (BNSS): To replace the Indian Penal Code, 1860. BharatiyaSakshya (Second) Bill (BSS): To replace the Indian…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/12/2023 Centre launches forest certification scheme (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express Amid global concerns about deforestation and illicit timber trade, the Indian government has introduced its own forest certification scheme called the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS). The scheme aims to validate entities adhering to sustainable forest management practices, providing an alternative to foreign certification agencies operating in India for the past two decades. Key Highlights The IFWCS launch is accompanied by the introduction of new standards for forest management, which will be mandatory for all forest divisions in the country.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/12/2023 Significant Increase in One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) Beneficiaries (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The implementation of the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme in Delhi has witnessed a substantial rise in beneficiaries, indicating its success in providing accessible ration through fair price shops. The latest data from the Food and Supplies Department reveals a notable increase in the number of people utilizing ONORC, with 30 lakh beneficiaries availing ration in the current year. This reflects a remarkable growth of 66.66% compared to the previous year, suggesting a positive impact…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/12/2023 LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) 2023 report (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Commerce and Industry Ministry released the Logistics Index Chart 2023, categorizing Indian states and Union Territories based on their logistics efficiency, crucial for export promotion and economic growth. The report emphasizes key challenges faced by stakeholders and includes recommendations to enhance logistics performance. Key Highlights Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, and Gujarat retained their “achievers” status in the Logistics Index Chart 2023, as per the report from the Commerce and Industry Ministry. The total number of achievers…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/12/2023 Opportune moment to rediscover Chennai’s hydrology (General Studies- Paper I and II) Source : TH The recent surge in heavy rainfall, attributed to climate change, has intensified the frequency of floods in India, notably affecting Chennai. The city faced severe flooding in 2005, 2015, and 2023, with the latest being deemed the worst in 47 years. Despite the uniqueness of each event, the cumulative impact has escalated over time, raising concerns about the adequacy of learned lessons and implemented corrective measures Key Highlights Human Errors and Flood Causes: Learning from past The extent to which historical…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/12/2023 COP28: Much done, but still not enough (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express COP28 delivered some significant outcomes, including a first-time acknowledgment of the need to move away from fossil fuels. A promise to reduce methane emissions was made, along with the operationalization and capitalization of the loss and damage fund. An agreement on a framework for the global goal on adaptation was achieved. Key Highlights Unfulfilled Expectations: Despite these achievements, COP28 fell short of expectations, particularly in galvanizing more ambitious climate action in the short term. The meeting was considered a critical…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/12/2023 Aging Workforce and High Wages Impact MGNREGS Participation in Kerala (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The state of Kerala faces a unique challenge under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) due to its high daily wages for younger unskilled workers. This has led to a disproportionate participation of elderly workers in the program, affecting both workforce dynamics and the quality of output. Key Highlights Elderly Dominance in MGNREGS Participation: Kerala has the highest percentage of elderly workers (61-80 years) under MGNREGS, with 28.47% employed in this age group. Only…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/12/2023 Key aspects of Supreme Court’s Article 370 verdict (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express A Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud upheld the constitutional validity of two Presidential Orders—CO (The Constitution (Application To Jammu and Kashmir) Order) 272 and 273 of August 5 and 6, 2019, respectively. These orders made the entire Constitution of India applicable to Jammu and Kashmir and rendered all provisions of Article 370 inoperative. Key Issues and Court’s Responses: Sovereignty of Jammu and Kashmir: Petitioner’s Argument: J&K retained an element of sovereignty distinct…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/12/2023 The future of healthcare is in our Genes (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Indian healthcare system is facing significant challenges, particularly in dealing with genetic disorders and the formidable burden of diseases like Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia. Traditional treatments involve lifelong management, such as regular blood transfusions, but a paradigm shift towards gene therapy is considered imperative for addressing the root cause — genetic mutations. Key Highlights Genetic Disorders in India: Over 40 million individuals in India suffer from haemoglobinopathies, including Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia. These conditions have a…