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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/12/2023 Europe agrees landmark AI regulation deal (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express Europe reaches a provisional deal on landmark European Union rules governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The EU aims to become the first major world power to enact comprehensive laws governing AI, covering aspects like government biometric surveillance and regulations for AI systems, including models like ChatGPT. The proposed AI Act is set for a vote in the European Parliament in early 2024, with potential enforcement by 2025. The EU’s legislation holds significance as global leaders, including the US, UK,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/12/2023 Farm dos and don’ts (General Studies- Paper I and III) Source : The Indian Express The Narendra Modi government is credited with effectively managing the volatility in international fertilizer prices over the past two years, particularly for urea and di-ammonium phosphate (DAP). Despite fluctuations in global prices, the maximum retail prices (MRPs) for urea and other fertilizers in India have remained stable, insulating farmers from external shocks. Key Highlights Impact of Price Controls: While these price controls ensured stable fertilizer supplies and shielded farmers from global price shocks, they come at a significant cost. The fertiliser…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/12/2023 Regulating deepfakes and generative AI in India (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH Last month, a deepfake video featuring an actor went viral, raising concerns about the misuse of technology. Deepfakes involve the use of AI to manipulate digital media, posing risks such as reputation damage, fabrication of evidence, and erosion of trust in democratic institutions. The technology has even infiltrated political messaging, with instances of deepfake videos surfacing during elections. Key Highlights Political Manipulation Through Deepfakes In 2020, AI-generated deepfake videos targeted Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Manoj Tiwari during Delhi elections, showcasing the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/12/2023 India’s CO2 emissions likely to register biggest rise for second year (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The annual study by the Global Carbon Project reveals that, for the second consecutive year, India is poised to experience the most substantial growth in carbon dioxide emissions among major economies. Key Highlights The study suggests a 50% chance that the world could consistently breach the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold within the next seven years if current emission trends persist. Daily or weekly breaches are already occurring, and at least one annual breach is highly likely…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/12/2023 Over half of FY23 bank loan write-offs linked to large industries, services sector (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express In the financial year 2022-23 (FY23), Scheduled Commercial Banks in India wrote off a total of Rs 2.09 lakh crore in loans. Of this amount, 52.3% (approximately Rs 1.09 lakh crore) were associated with large industries and the services sector. Key Highlights Comparison with Previous Years: In the preceding year, FY22, the total written-off loans were Rs 1.75 lakh crore, with 39.8% linked to large industries and services. Over the last five years, the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/12/2023 One-third of all 2022 suicides were of daily wage earners, farmers: NCRB report (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH India reported a total of over 1.7 lakh suicides in 2022, according to the National Crime Record Bureau’s (NCRB) Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) 2022 report. Notably, nearly one-third of these suicides were among daily wage earners, agricultural laborers, and farmers. Key Highlights The ADSI 2022 report, alongside the NCRB’s annual Crime in India (2022) report, was released on December 3. Suicide Statistics Across States The ADSI 2022 report provided a breakdown of suicides…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/12/2023 A.P. braces for heavy rainfall as Michaung intensifies (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying and expected to evolve into Cyclone Michaung by December 3 morning. The India Meteorological Department predicts winds with a maximum sustained speed of 80 to 90 kmph, gusting up to 100 kmph. Key Highlights Coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are bracing for heavy rainfall. As of December, the deep depression is located about 420 km southeast of Chennai. The cyclonic storm is expected to reach the waters off…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/12/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/12/2023 Broadcast regulation 3.0, commissions and omissions (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The recent Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, released in November by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), marks the latest effort in a series of endeavors to regulate broadcasting comprehensively. Previous attempts include the Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill in 2007 and the Broadcasting Bill of 1997, reflecting the evolving landscape of cable and satellite broadcasting in India.   Key Highlights Positive Propositions with Refinement Needs The Bill mandates broadcasting network operators and broadcasters to maintain subscriber data records, subjected to periodic external audits—an…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/11/2023 Journey of a vote — how EVMs, postal ballots make their way to voters and back (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Indian Express The two key aspects of the electoral process in India are: postal ballots and the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Understanding the Process Postal Ballots: Postal ballots are a method of voting in which eligible voters can cast their votes by mail rather than physically visiting a polling station. The categories of individuals entitled to use postal ballots, include service voters, absentee voters (those above 80 years, those with benchmark disabilities, or…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/11/2023 Irish author Paul Lynch’s ‘Prophet Song’ wins Booker Prize 2023 (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Indian Express Irish author Paul Lynch clinched the prestigious Booker Prize in 2023 for his novel “Prophet Song.” The book triumphed over the debut novel “Western Lane” by London-based Indian-origin author ChetnaMaroo. The awards ceremony took place in London, adding Lynch to the esteemed roster of Irish Booker Prize winners. Key Highlights Dystopian Vision of Ireland: “Prophet Song” unfolds a dystopian narrative, presenting a vision of Ireland under totalitarian rule. Lynch, 46, characterized his work as “an attempt at…