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Why in the news? UN war crimes investigators are monitoring escalating fighting in Myanmar’s Rakhine State. Clashes intensified after the Arakan Army (AA) attacked junta forces in November. source:bbc Key Facts about the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army: ARSA: Rohingya insurgent group in northern Rakhine State, Myanmar. Leadership: Led by Ataullah Abu Ammar Jununi, with leaders …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Cyclone likely to form in the Bay of Bengal, heading towards West Bengal and Bangladesh by May 26. Intense pre-monsoon rains lash Kerala, triggering flood-like situations in many areas. First cyclone of 2024 in the North Indian Ocean basin. source:researchgate Key Facts about Indian Meteorological Department(IMD): Establishment: IMD founded in 1875, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Navy replaces colonial-era ship terms with national symbols. Jackstaff and Jack were replaced with National Flag Staff, National Flag. About changes in Navy Terminology: Old Terms: ‘Jackstaff’ and ‘Jack’ New Terms: ‘National Flag Staff’ and ‘National Flag’ Origins: Derived from British naval traditions, denoting flag-related terminology. Symbolic Changes: Octagon shape …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Despite recent bilateral tensions, Maldives plans to introduce India’s RuPay service, aiming to strengthen the Maldivian Rufiyaa. Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed, highlighted the significance of RuPay in addressing currency challenges and supporting the Maldivian economy. source:travelljammi Key points:RuPay(“Rupee Payment”) Origin: Launched by NPCI in 2014 as an …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Department of Military Affairs (DMA), led by the Chief of Defence Staff, has requested feedback from the three military services regarding the Agnipath scheme. This review comes as the scheme marks its two-year completion. A high-level meeting took place on Wednesday to assess the scheme’s progress. source:amoslaw Highlights of the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Recent study reveals microplastic contamination in Ashtamudi Lake, a Ramsar wetland in Kerala’s Kollam district. Microplastics found in fish, shellfish, sediment, and water, indicating potential public health concerns. Highest percentage of microplastics detected in macrofauna, with fish accounting for 19.6% and shellfish for 40.9%. source:medium Key Facts about Ashtamudi Lake: Ashtamudi …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2- Separation of power between different organs of government , Independence of Judiciary Focus : The article focuses on recent Supreme Court decisions that challenge state overreach and their implications for judicial independence. It highlights the coordinated digital campaigns aimed at delegitimizing the judiciary, disguised as calls for reform, and stresses the need for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood- Relations. Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Why in the News? The recent summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing has significant global implications, highlighting the deepening “no-limit” relationship between the two nations. …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment; Technology missions Why in the news? Manufacturers must consider nearshoring to reduce supply chain disruptions. Schemes target reducing cheap imports, boosting exports, and job creation. Significant funds are allocated for large-scale electronics manufacturing. India’s competitiveness relies on …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Baltic Sea nations expressed concern over reports that Russia plans to revise its territorial waters’ borders, calling it a potential escalation. Russia’s draft proposal aims to update 1985 coordinates, raising uncertainty about whether borders will shift or just be clarified. Source:WorldAtlas About Baltic Sea: Location: Part of the North Atlantic Ocean, …
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