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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…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/10/2023 SC declines to legalise same-sex marriage (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH In a recent ruling by a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, it was held that only the legislature has the authority to recognize or regulate queer marriages. The judges on the Bench did not reach a consensus on providing legally recognized “civil union” status for long-standing relationships between queer couples. Key Highlights The Bench’s Key Findings: The Constitution Bench concluded that the recognition and regulation of queer marriages should be the exclusive domain of the legislature. They argued that there is no…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/10/2023 How India can minimize climate risk in agriculture? (General Studies- Paper I and III) Source : The Indian Express World Food Day commemorates the founding of the FAO in 1945, with a mission to ensure global food and nutrition security. Despite sufficient food production globally, access to food remains uneven across nations. This year’s World Food Day theme is “Water is Life. Water is Food,” prompting a review of India’s progress in food security and water resource management. Key Highlights Food Security Progress in India: India has made significant strides in food security. Between 2020-21 and 2022-23,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/10/2023 Centre seeks inclusion of traditional medicine on WHO’s list (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH  The Indian government has initiated efforts to include Ayurveda and related traditional medicine systems in the 11th revision of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Classification of Diseases (ICD) as part of a supplementary chapter on traditional medicine conditions. This move aims to establish standardized terminology for traditional medicine and integrate it into the global healthcare framework. Key Highlights Global Standardization: The inclusion of Ayurveda and related systems in the ICD aims to provide a common, standardized language for traditional…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/10/2023 Government mulls partnerships to make semiconductor chips (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH Six working groups assembled to contemplate the Indian government’s artificial intelligence (AI) roadmap have submitted the first edition of their report. The Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, revealed some of the recommendations from the report. Key Highlights Public-Private Partnerships for Semiconductors and GPU Clusters: The report emphasizes the need for public-private partnerships (PPP) in producing semiconductors for AI applications. Additionally, the PPP model will be utilized to create “GPU clusters,” which are essential for resource-intensive graphics processors…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/10/2023 India ranks 111 out of 125 countries in Global Hunger Index (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH India is ranked 111 out of 125 countries in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) for 2023. The country’s progress in addressing hunger has nearly halted since 2015.   Key Highlights India’s GHI score is 28.7 on a 100-point scale, categorizing its severity of hunger as “serious.” This score is calculated based on four indicators, including undernourishment, child stunting, child wasting, and child mortality. While India made significant improvements between 2000 and 2015, it has advanced on the GHI…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/10/2023 ‘Operation Ajay’ set to evacuate Indian nationals from Israel (General Studies- Paper II and III) Source : TH India is initiating a major operation, named Operation Ajay, to evacuate its citizens from conflict-hit Israel. This marks the second such evacuation in 2023, following Operation Kaveri for Sudan in April-May. Key Highlights Operation Ajay Announced by External Affairs Minister India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, announced the launch of Operation Ajay. Special chartered flights and arrangements are being made to facilitate the return of Indian citizens from Israel. Emphasis on ensuring the safety and well-being of Indian…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/10/2023

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11/10/2023 Kerala set to send 46 lakh women back to school (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express Over the next two months, more than 2,000 schools in Kerala are opening their doors on weekends for 46 lakh women enrolled in the Kudumbashree poverty alleviation mission. The “back to school” program aims to reorient the mission towards enhancing household income and empowering women.   Key Highlights Kudumbashree’s Progress and New Focus: Kerala Local Self-Government Department Minister M B Rajesh launched the program in Thrithala on October 1, emphasizing Kudumbashree’s significant progress in empowering women over…
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