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23May 2024

“IRELAND, NORWAY, SPAIN TO RECOGNISE PALESTINE AMID ISRAELI BACKLASH”

Why in the news? Ireland, Norway, and Spain announced plans to formally recognise Palestine, following a recent UN vote supporting Palestine’s full membership. Israel reacted by recalling ambassadors from these countries amid ongoing conflicts and international legal actions against its leaders. About United Nations General Assembly (UNGA): Principal Component of the UN: Main governing and …

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23May 2024

“CONCERNS RAISED OVER DELAY IN PUBLISHING CONSUMER PRICE INDEX DATA”

Why in the news? The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) is questioning the delay in publishing the All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW) for February and March. CITU is urging the Labour Ministry to release the AICPI-IW data promptly, as it’s crucial for regulating wages and policy formulations. Source:KeyDiffer About All …

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23May 2024

“INDIA’S CRITICAL MINERALS BENEFITS DELAYED; AUCTIONS BEGIN AMID IMPORT RELIANCE”

Why in the news? India’s critical minerals drive may not yield full commercial benefits before 2031, exposing the country to supply shocks for essential minerals like lithium and cobalt. The government has started auctioning 38 blocks of critical minerals despite current reliance on imports. Source: ResearchGate About Critical Minerals: Elements essential to the functioning of …

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23May 2024

EC CLARIFIES: ONLY POLL AGENTS ENTITLED TO FORM 17C, SUPREME COURT INFORMED

Why in the news? The Election Commission (EC) states it has no legal obligation to provide Form 17C to anyone except candidates and their agents. Responding to a petition by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), the EC emphasizes that indiscriminate disclosure could compromise the integrity of the electoral process. source:slideshare Key Points: Association for …

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23May 2024

SHERPA MAKES HISTORIC 30TH EVEREST CLIMB, DISMISSES FOCUS ON RECORDS

Why in the news? Kami Rita Sherpa, a renowned mountain guide, summited Mt. Everest for the record 30th time. His second climb within 10 days marks a historic feat in mountaineering. Sets an unprecedented milestone in mountaineering history. source:bbc Key Facts About Mount Everest: Mount Everest: Earth’s highest peak, located in the Himalayas, straddling the …

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23May 2024

CONTINUUM SEEKS $150M FROM PES AT $1B VALUATION

Why in the news? Continuum Green Energy plans to raise $150 million from private equity investors. $150 million funding at $1 billion valuation. Founders increased stake, reducing Morgan Stanley’s share. Upcoming IPO planned to raise $400 million. About Continuum Green Energy (India) Private Limited: Continuum Green Energy is an unlisted private company from Coimbatore, Tamil …

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22May 2024

UN: INDIAN PASTORALISTS NEED LAND ACCESS, RIGHTS RECOGNITION IMPROVEMENTS

Why in the news? UN report highlights need for better land access and rights recognition for Indian pastoralists. Focus on rangeland degradation and marginalisation of pastoralist communities. The UN Convention on Combating Desertification reports that nearly half of the world’s rangelands are degraded due to climate change and land-use changes.  Understanding  Rangelands: Definition: Rangelands are …

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22May 2024

CDS ADVOCATES FOR FOSTERING JOINT CULTURE IN ARMED FORCES

Why in the news? General Anil Chauhanemphasisesjointness and integration for creating operational ITCs, separating operational functions from administrative tasks. ITCs lead to reforms like multi-domain operations, merging space and cyberspace with traditional domains, and digitization of battlefield information. AboutTheaterisation of Armed Forces: Integrates capabilities of army, air force, and navy for optimal resource utilisation. Creates …

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22May 2024

GOVERNMENT REAFFIRMS QUALITY STANDARDS FOR LAPTOP, MOBILE, ELECTRONICS IMPORTS

Why in the news? Government emphasises quality control for laptop, mobile, and electronics imports. Measures aim to prevent low-quality goods from entering the Indian market. Items must adhere to standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), with samples randomly picked for compliance checks. source:slideserve About Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS): National Standard Body: …

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