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14Aug 2024

INDIA URGENTLY NEEDS STANDARDISED SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR EV CHARGING

Why in the News? Proposed bans on EV charging in Mumbai basements highlight safety concerns, echoing similar measures in Seoul after car park explosions, driving the need for standardised safety protocols and regulatory frameworks. source:enterclimate About the regulation of EV Charging Infrastructure: The regulation and development of EV charging infrastructure in India are shared among …

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14Aug 2024

DRDO TESTS NEW LONG-RANGE GLIDE BOMB SUCCESSFULLY

Why in the news? DRDO’s successful test of the Gaurav glide bomb demonstrates India’s advanced indigenous defence capabilities, enhancing precision strike capabilities and showcasing progress in military technology. source:imrmedia About the Test Details: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) executed the maiden flight test of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) named Gaurav on 13 …

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14Aug 2024

MELTING POLAR ICE DUE TO CLIMATE CHANGE IS MAKING EARTH’S DAYS LONGER

Relevance: GS 1 – Salient features of world’s physical geography; GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.  Why in the news? Over the last two decades, scientists have observed that the Earth’s rotation rate has slowed by approximately 1.3 milliseconds per century. Due to the ongoing melting of polar ice caps, …

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14Aug 2024

JOINT PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE

Adani Hindenburg Issue The Congress party has escalated its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to probe the Adani-Hindenburg issue. On Monday, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called for the resignation of SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, citing new allegations that she conducted transactions from her personal email account after joining SEBI in 2018. Now …

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14Aug 2024

ST. MARTIN’S ISLAND

Context: St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has recently come under the spotlight due to ongoing political unrest in the country. St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has been thrust into the spotlight due to rising political tensions. Located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, this tiny island spans …

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14Aug 2024

MARTIN’S ISLAND

Why in the news? St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has been thrust into the spotlight due to rising political tensions. Located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, this tiny island spans just three square kilometers and is home to approximately 3,700 people. Source : Banglapedia The island’s strategic importance became evident …

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14Aug 2024

BHASAN CHAR

Why in the news? Bhasan Char, an island in the Bay of Bengal that has become a focal point of global attention. Located off the coast of Bangladesh, Bhasan Char, meaning ‘Floating Island,’ is a newly emerged landmass formed by silt deposits from the Meghna River. Source : Study marathon About bhasan char Spanning over …

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13Aug 2024

SUPREME COURT’S ROLE IN UPHOLDING LIBERTY AND JUSTICE

Syllabus: GS-2:Government Policies and Interventions, Statutory Bodies GS-3: Money Laundering Focus: The Supreme Court of India granted bail to former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, highlighting the judiciary’s role in protecting individual liberties amidst concerns of misuse of stringent penal laws and prolonged detention without trial. source:lawstreetjournal Understanding the Supreme Court as Custodian of …

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13Aug 2024

NCERT HIGHLIGHTS SHORTFALLS IN KASTURBA GANDHI SCHOOLS

Why in the news? NCERT’s report reveals major issues in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas, including infrastructure problems, teacher shortages, and safety concerns, impacting the education of enrolled girls. source:researchgate Evaluation Findings: NCERT Report: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) identified several issues in its evaluation of 254 Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs). …

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