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05Oct 2024

Status of FMCG Industry in India

Syllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy Why in the News? Despite heavy rains that caused supply disruptions and disruption in some sectors like paint and beverages, strong rural demand could keep utilities businesses running smoothly at the second half of the financial year. Introduction Consumer goods companies experienced steady growth in the September quarter, driven by …

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04Oct 2024

Unexploded WWII Bomb Detonates at Miyazaki Airport

Why in the news? A World War II bomb detonated at Miyazaki Airport, disrupting operations and cancelling over 80 flights, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, highlighting ongoing concerns about unexploded ordnance in Japan. Incident Overview: A buried World War II-era bomb exploded near the runway of Miyazaki Airport in Japan on October 2, 2024. The explosion …

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04Oct 2024

Iran-Israel Conflict Threatens Stability of Indian MSMEs

Why in the news? The ongoing Iran-Israel war is disrupting supply chains, increasing freight costs, and negatively impacting exports, posing significant challenges for India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Impact of West Asia Conflict on Indian MSMEs: The escalating conflict between Iran and Israel poses challenges for India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), …

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04Oct 2024

Annual Flood Crisis: North Bihar’s Ongoing Struggles

Why in the news? North Bihar faces severe flooding annually, affecting over 15 lakh people, with geographic vulnerabilities and inadequate infrastructure exacerbating the situation amidst heavy rainfall and sedimentation issues. Flood Impact in North Bihar Approximately 76 lakh people are affected in 17 districts due to ongoing floods. North Bihar is described as “India’s most …

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04Oct 2024

UK to Cede Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Retain Diego Garcia

Why in the news? The UK agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while maintaining control over the strategic Diego Garcia military base in a landmark deal. Strategic Importance of Diego Garcia: The Chagos Archipelago consists of 58 islands in the Indian Ocean, about 500 km south of the Maldives. Diego Garcia, …

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04Oct 2024

Supreme Court Ends Caste-Based Discrimination in Prisons

Why in the news? The Supreme Court declared caste-based prison labour assignments unconstitutional, emphasising prisoners’ right to dignity, equality, and banning manual scavenging in prisons across India. Violation of Fundamental Rights: The court highlighted that caste-based labour assignments, like reserving menial tasks such as cleaning for marginalised groups (SC, ST, DNT) and cooking for higher …

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04Oct 2024

Five languages, including marathi and bengali, receive classical status

Why in the news? The Union Cabinet approved classical language status for Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Pali, and Prakrit. This decision fulfills a long-standing demand for Marathi’s classical status, pending since 2013, and aligns with the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. The announcement for Bengali coincides with Durga Puja celebrations in West Bengal. Historical Context: India previously …

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04Oct 2024

India’s service exports surge amid goods decline

Syllabus: GS-3: Planning ,Government Budgeting, Fiscal Policy ,Monetary Policy Focus: India’s services exports are on track to temporarily exceed goods exports, marking a significant shift in the country’s export landscape. This trend highlights the resilience and growth potential of the Indian services sector amidst global economic challenges. Current Export Trends: India’s goods exports fell in …

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04Oct 2024

Mithun Chakraborty’s Legendary Journey: Honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award

From the streets of Kolkata to the heights of Indian cinema, Mithun Chakraborty has become an iconic figure in Bollywood. Best known as the “Disco King” for his role in Disco Dancer, he is now honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 70th National Film Awards. With his debut performance in Mrigayaa earning …

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04Oct 2024

10 Years of Make in India: Achievements, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

Make in India has completed 10 years since its launch in 2014! 🇮🇳✨ In this video, we explore the successes, challenges, and the future of this ambitious initiative aimed at transforming India into a global manufacturing hub. From the mobile manufacturing boom to the rise in defence exports and the growth of renewable energy, India …

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