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21Jan 2025

Rare Planet Parade Dazzles Night Sky Globally

Why in the news? A rare planet parade featuring Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars formed a stunning arc in the night sky, offering a spectacular celestial event and an opportunity for sky enthusiasts to witness a unique astronomical alignment. What is the Planet Parade? A rare celestial phenomenon occurred as Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars …

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21Jan 2025

INS Mumbai Joins Multinational Exercise LA PEROUSE

Why in the news? The Indian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer INS Mumbai is participating in the fourth edition of Exercise LA PEROUSE, a multinational naval exercise aimed at enhancing maritime security and promoting regional cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. Key Objectives and Activities The exercise emphasizes maritime surveillance, interdiction operations, and air operations to improve regional …

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21Jan 2025

ILO Report Highlights Trends in Migrant Workforce

Why in the news? The International Labour Organization (ILO) released the fourth edition of ‘Global Estimates on International Migrant Workers’, revealing significant contributions of 167.7 million migrant workers to the global economy and analyzing their demographic, sectoral, and geographic trends. Migration Trends and Global Workforce Representation: In 2022, international migrant workers (IMWs) represented 7% of …

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21Jan 2025

Supreme Court Highlights Misuse of Abetment Law

Why in the news? The Supreme Court discharged a bank manager accused of abetment to suicide, emphasizing the need for proper evidence and caution in framing charges under Section 306 IPC. Key Supreme Court Observations The Supreme Court emphasized sensitizing investigative agencies and courts on abetment of suicide cases under Section 306 IPC. A Bench …

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21Jan 2025

SVAMITVA Scheme Empowers Rural India with Property Rights

Why in the news? PM Modi distributed over 65 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA scheme, which aims to unlock ₹100 lakh crore in economic potential and strengthen rural governance. Benefits of the SVAMITVA Scheme: Financial Empowerment: Property cards allow rural households to use their land as financial assets for loans and other financial benefits. …

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21Jan 2025

Mount Ibu’s Intense Eruptions Threaten Indonesian Villages

Why in the news? Mount Ibu, on Halmahera island, erupted over 1,000 times this month, prompting evacuation efforts for 3,000 residents amidst significant ash emissions. Key Details: Location and Activity: Mount Ibu, located on Halmahera island in eastern Indonesia, erupted at least 1,079 times since January 1, 2025. Recent Eruptions: The most recent major eruption …

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21Jan 2025

H-1B Visa Debate: Impact on U.S. Tech Industry

Syllabus: GS-2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora Focus: The ongoing controversy surrounding the H-1B visa program is gaining traction, with prominent figures like Elon Musk and Bernie Sanders expressing opposing views. The program’s influence on skilled labor, job displacement, and innovation in the U.S. tech industry is …

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21Jan 2025

India’s Cryptography Research Faces Quantum Computing Challenge

Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Indigenization of TechnologyTechnology MissionsScientific Innovations & Discoveries Focus: India’s cryptography research is gaining prominence as the country tackles emerging threats, especially from quantum computing. With quantum-resistant cryptography and advancements in encryption, India is working towards securing data against future vulnerabilities. Researchers are exploring solutions to strengthen cryptographic systems, …

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18Jan 2025

ISRO’s SpaDeX Achieves Historic Satellite Docking Success

Why in the news? ISRO’s SpaDeX mission marked India as the fourth country to successfully dock satellites in space, aided by favorable solar activity. This achievement is crucial for future missions requiring precise docking, highlighting the role of space weather. About ISRO’s Successful Docking: India became the 4th country after the US, Russia, and China …

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18Jan 2025

Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan App: Exploring India’s Military Heritage

Why in the news? The Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan app, launched by the Defence Minister, promotes battlefield tourism and highlights India’s military history, offering virtual tours of key battle sites and boosting socio-economic development in border regions. Overview and Purpose: The Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan app was launched by the Defence Minister during Army Day celebrations to …

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