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Why in the News? Successful return: NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth after 286 days in space. Unexpected delay: Originally planned for a shorter stay, their mission was extended due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. SpaceX rescue: The astronauts returned aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, landing in the Gulf …
Read MoreWhy in the News? UNESCO recognition: The standing stones (menhirs) of Mudumal in Narayanpet, Telangana, have been included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Official application: The Indian government forwarded the proposal to UNESCO, highlighting its historical and astronomical significance. Historical and Astronomical Significance Ancient site: The Mudumal menhirs, located on the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Supreme Court ruling: The SC overturned an NGT order (2022) and a Madras HC decision (2024) halting development in Auroville. Key issue: Lack of environmental clearance cited as a reason for stopping construction. Balancing rights: The judgment emphasized striking a “golden balance” between the right to a clean environment and the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Rapid surge: Drug abuse cases in Kerala have seen an alarming increase, with over 30,000 cases in 2023, surpassing all other states. Judicial concern: The Kerala High Court warned against the drug mafia’s influence, and the government launched initiatives like ‘Love-a-Thon’ to curb student drug use. Legislative action: The State Assembly …
Read MoreWhy in the News? On March 11, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked a train with 400 passengers between Quetta and Sibi, demanding the release of imprisoned insurgents. Pakistan’s military launched a 24-hour operation, resulting in 21 civilian casualties and losses in security forces. Escalating insurgency: Pakistan’s forces faced heavy attacks in multiple regions of …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Internal Security India and neighbourhood relations. Why in the News? The 8th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC), held recently in Muscat, highlighted India’s maritime security concerns and role in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized challenges such as the Middle East conflict, Houthi attacks on shipping routes, and Chinese assertiveness …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Advancement in the field of Science and technology Space technology. Why in the News? A new study based on Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram lander data suggests that water ice may be more accessible on the Moon than previously believed. The study, conducted by researchers from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, provides insights into temperature …
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Read MoreWhy in the News? Five key agreements: India and New Zealand signed pacts in defence, education, sports, horticulture, and forestry. Strategic cooperation: New Zealand joined the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. Trade negotiations: Both nations announced talks for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and mobility arrangements for skilled professionals. Key …
Read MoreWhy in the News? PM Modi’s remark: During a conversation with podcaster Lex Fridman, PM Modi referred to Vicharpur village (Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh) as ‘Mini Brazil’. Recognition of football culture: He highlighted that every family in Vicharpur has been playing football for four generations. Mention in Mann Ki Baat: The village was also discussed in …
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