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Why in the news? The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet alleging that the “China-Myanmar module” of NSCN-IM aided two banned Meitei outfits in Manipur. The NSCN-IM faction reportedly supported these outfits to infiltrate India, exploiting ethnic unrest in Manipur with the aim to destabilise the state and wage war against the Indian government. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) has blocked over 1,000 Skype IDs in collaboration with Microsoft. These IDs were used for blackmail, extortion, and impersonation of law enforcement officials. This measure was announced by the Union Home Ministry. A significant number of complaints were registered on the National Cyber Crime …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Indian spacecraft Chandrayaan-2 and Aditya-L1 detect solar flares and auroras, showcasing advanced space observation capabilities. Recent intense geomagnetic storms cause disruptions, highlighting the importance of space weather monitoring and preparedness. source:scribd About Auroras: Luminous phenomena near Earth’s poles caused by charged particles interacting with the magnetic field and atmosphere. Composition: Consist …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2 :Public health and expenditure by government . its impact and challenges therein. Focus : This article critically examines the trends in public health spending in India, shedding light on recent increases attributed to the States rather than the Union government. It analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on spending patterns, explores shifts …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Focus: India’s NHRC accreditation deferred by GANHRI for second year due to lack of transparency and diversity. Background The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) recently learned that the deferral of its status will continue for an additional year. This decision was made by the …
Read MoreDate : 15/05/2024 Syllabus: 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? This article is in the news because it addresses the widespread misconceptions in Indian media about U.S. foreign policy priorities, particularly regarding India’s democracy, and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Russia strikes over 30 towns in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, prompting mass evacuations. Kyiv’s defences breached, tactical success acknowledged. About Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Russian troops invaded Ukraine from multiple directions, targeting key areas including Kyiv, Kharkiv, Donbas, and southeastern regions. Russia annexed Crimea amidst the conflict, triggering international sanctions and economic repercussions. The …
Read MoreWhy in the news? IMF warns Maldives of debt distress amid plans for more Chinese loans; India extends goodwill support with budgetary aid. Urges revenue increase, spending cuts, and reduced external borrowing to avert economic crisis. About the International Monetary Fund (IMF): IMF: Organization of 190 member countries. Representation based on financial importance. Provides financial …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Israeli forces deepen presence in Rafah, Gaza, prompting mass Palestinian exodus. Egypt backs South Africa’s ICJ case alleging Israeli genocide. source:bb About Rafah Crossing : Located at the southernmost point of the Gaza Strip, bordering Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. Controlled by Egypt, it is the sole exit point not leading to Israeli …
Read MoreWhy in the news? April 2024: Indian food inflation hits four-month high at 8.7%. Rural areas affected most. Overall inflation is stable at 4.83%. About Consumer Food Price Inflation (CFPI): Consumer Food Price Inflation (CFPI) focuses solely on food price changes in a consumer’s basket. It measures the rate of increase in food prices over …
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