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Why in the news? Lone female gharial discovered in Kaziranga National Park, potentially reviving species in Brahmaputra after presumed extinction. Wildlife experts eye reintroduction of gharials from Lucknow to support breeding in ideal Kaziranga conditions. source:eduhub About Kaziranga National Park: Location: Golaghat and Nagaon districts, Assam Establishment: Declared a national park in 1974 UNESCO Status: …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; India and its neighborhood- relations. Why in the News? Myanmar’s conflict between the military junta and ethnic armed organizations (EAOs) has caused a major humanitarian crisis. The United Nations Security Council discussed the issue on July 3rd. Experts …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The state government has requested the central government to link e-challans with motorists’ bank accounts to recover ₹2,429 crore from 42.89 million traffic violators. Despite various drives, only 35% of the penalties levied through e-challans have been recovered in the last five years. Source: HT About the Proposal : The …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India will host the 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in New Delhi from July 21-31, 2024. Event expected to attract over 2,500 delegates, likely inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi. source:scribd About World Heritage Committee: A committee of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization). Responsible for implementing the World …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rajinder Khanna, former RAW chief, has been promoted to Additional National Security Adviser (NSA), a newly created position. Pavan Kapoor has been appointed Deputy NSA, signaling continuity and restructuring within the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS). About National Security Council (NSC) of India Establishment and Purpose Established in 1998. Advises the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Hurricane Beryl is moving towards Jamaica, prompting warnings of dangerous winds and storm surge. The storm has already caused seven fatalities and significant destruction. What is a Hurricane? A powerful tropical storm with strong winds, heavy rainfall, and low atmospheric pressure. Known as hurricanes in the Atlantic and eastern North Pacific, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s public debt is nearly 82% of GDP, but it remains sustainable due to the country’s high growth rate and the higher share of local-currency debt. The high debt levels are manageable because of the higher real or nominal GDP and the predominance of rupee-denominated debt. Debt Levels Data: States hold …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Aman Singh, an alleged key conspirator in the Patna National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Under Graduate) paper leak case. Singh was apprehended from Dhanbad, Jharkhand, following a tip-off, marking a significant development in the ongoing investigation. About National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) Purpose: Entrance exam …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A team of experts will assist Investigating Officers in recording video and audio evidence using the e-Pramaan mobile application. This support comes in the context of the new laws, as confirmed by a senior official on Wednesday. Expected Benefits Enhanced efficiency in evidence collection and FIR registration. Improved accuracy and reliability …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Zika Virus Cases in Maharashtra: Recently, several Zika virus cases have been reported from parts of Maharashtra, prompting nationwide attention. Health Ministry’s Advisory: The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to all States, emphasizing the importance of maintaining vigilance against the virus. Focus on Pregnant Women Screening Recommendations: States are …
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