CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/10/2023 ISRO to begin unmanned flight tests for Gaganyaan (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for unmanned flight tests as part of its Gaganyaan mission, which aims to send astronauts to space. Specifically, ISRO is preparing for the Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission-1 (TV-D1), a critical component of the mission. Key Highlights Crew Escape System and Crew Module The TV-D1 mission focuses on testing the Crew Escape System (CES), which is crucial for the safety of astronauts. The Crew Module (CM), where astronauts are housed during…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/10/2023 Aligning higher education with the United Nations SDGs (General Studies- Paper II, Page 6, the Hindu) The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) comprise 17 goals with 169 targets to be achieved by 2030, aiming to address poverty, socio-economic issues, and environmental challenges globally. The SDGs Report 2023 highlights slow progress due to the lingering effects of COVID-19, climate crisis impacts, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and a weak global economy. Least Developed Countries are experiencing the most significant setbacks. India, while managing global crises relatively well, has faced challenges in achieving SDGs. Key Highlights India’s Commitment through…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/10/2023 Defusing the ticking time bomb called diabetes (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH A study conducted in June 2023 by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research and the Union Health Ministry, revealed concerning statistics about diabetes, pre-diabetes, and obesity in India. The study found that 11.4% of the population (approximately 10.13 crore people) are living with diabetes, and an additional 15.3% (approximately 13.6 crore people) are pre-diabetic. Furthermore, 28.6% of the population is considered obese based on BMI measurements. Key Highlights Role of Ultra-Processed Foods The World…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/10/2023 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH The Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2023 has been awarded to three distinguished scientists: Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Alexei I. Ekimov. The prestigious accolade was granted in recognition of their groundbreaking work on the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. Key Highlights Quantum Dots’ Unique Properties: Quantum dots, nanoscale semiconductor particles, possess exceptional characteristics. They emit light used in television screens and LED lamps. They also play a pivotal role in catalyzing chemical reactions and can illuminate tumor tissue, aiding…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/10/2023 Using AI for audit techniques (General Studies- Paper III and IV) Source : The Hindu Girish Chandra Murmu, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) and chair for the Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) of the G20, has cautioned against excessive reliance on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for auditing, highlighting the potential for inaccurate findings. Ethics is emphasized as a crucial element of responsible AI in auditing, considering challenges related to transparency, objectivity, fairness, and bias. Key Highlights Foundations of Responsible AI in Auditing Responsible AI in auditing must be ethical and inclusive to enhance credibility, trust,…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/10/2023 Why 32 European countries are facing the largest climate action lawsuit till date? (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu On September 27, 2023, a landmark legal battle begins in the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg, France. This historic case involves 32 European governments, including the U.K., Russia, and Turkey, facing off against six young people from Portugal, aged 11 to 24. The young plaintiffs argue that their governments have failed to take adequate action against the climate crisis, violating their human rights and discriminating against young people worldwide. Key Highlights Unprecedented Scale:…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/10/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/10/2023 Oil firms raise ATF, commercial LPG prices (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu On October 1, the price of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), commonly known as jet fuel, was increased by 5%, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase since July. The price hike also affected commercial cooking gas, which saw a sharp increase of ₹209 per 19-kg cylinder. Despite the increases in ATF and commercial cooking gas prices, the cost of a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder remained unchanged. Key Highlights Impact on Air Fares: The rise in ATF prices is expected to lead to…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/09/2023 Global dispute settlement, India and appellate review Source : The Hindu Prabhash Ranjan teaches at the Faculty of Legal Studies, South Asian University The recently concluded G-20 Declaration, among its many commitments, reiterated the need to pursue reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to improve all its functions and conduct proactive discussions “to ensure a fully and well-functioning dispute settlement system accessible to all members by 2024”. The WTO’s dispute settlement system, conceived as a two-tier panel cum appellate body structure, has been dysfunctional since 2019, because the United States has blocked the appointment of…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/09/2023
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