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11Jan 2025

Z-Morh Tunnel Enhances Year-Round Kashmir-Ladakh Connectivity

Why in the news? The Z-Morh Tunnel, spanning 6.5 km, ensures all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, vital for civilian and military access. It addresses challenges posed by heavy snowfall and avalanches, boosting national defense and infrastructure. Importance for Connectivity All-Weather Access: Provides year-round connectivity to Sonamarg, which is inaccessible during winter due to snow …

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11Jan 2025

California Wildfires Rage Amid Santa Ana Winds

Why in the news? Wildfires in Southern California have killed 10 people, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds and extreme heat. Climate change is intensifying fire seasons, with unprecedented dry conditions contributing to the destruction and increased fire risks. About the Wildfires and Destruction: At least 10 fatalities have occurred due to the wildfires in …

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11Jan 2025

2024 Breaks 1.5°C Threshold, Warming Trends Accelerate

Why in the news? 2024 has officially surpassed the 1.5°C global warming threshold, marking a significant milestone in climate change. With rising emissions, future temperatures are expected to exceed this limit more frequently, highlighting urgent climate action needs. 2024: The First Year to Breach 1.5°C Threshold Temperature Breach Confirmed: 2024 recorded a 6°C rise in …

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11Jan 2025

INS Vaghsheer: Final Scorpene Submarine Delivered to Navy

Why in the news? Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited delivered INS Vaghsheer, the sixth and last Scorpene-class submarine, to the Indian Navy. Featuring advanced stealth and combat capabilities, it marks a significant milestone in India’s maritime defense achievements. About the delivery of INS Vaghsheer: The sixth and final Scorpene-class submarine, Vaghsheer, was handed over to the …

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11Jan 2025

ISRO’s SpaDeX Satellites Move Closer for Docking

Why in the news? ISRO’s SpaDeX satellites are preparing for a critical docking experiment. Currently 1.5 km apart, they are set to reduce their distance to 500 meters after overcoming earlier drift challenges, marking a milestone in space technology. Progress of SpaDeX Satellites: ISRO announced that the two SpaDeX satellites, part of a docking experiment, …

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11Jan 2025

Centre’s Strategy to Tackle Climate Change in Agriculture

Syllabus: GS-1: Agricultural Resources GS-3: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers Focus: The Union Agriculture Secretary highlighted the government’s dual approach—adaptation and mitigation—to combat climate change’s impact on agriculture. The Agri and Commodity Summit 2025 discussed strategies, including green lending, climate-smart practices, and strengthening cooperatives to build a resilient agricultural system in India. Introduction Climate …

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11Jan 2025

India’s journey so far on the AI military

Syllabus: GS : Emerging technology Why in the News? Recently, India’s efforts to integrate AI into the military have gained attention, highlighting challenges such as scalability, systemic gaps, inter-industry silos, reliance on PSUs and the need for strategic direction. Introduction India is rapidly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into its defense sector with the aim of …

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10Jan 2025

WEF Report Reveals Workforce Transformation by 2030

Why in the news? The World Economic Forum’s report forecasts a significant shift in the global labor market by 2030, driven by technological advancements, automation, and demographic changes, with millions of jobs displaced and new skills required for future employment. About Global Workforce Transformation by 2030: The World Economic Forum report, based on data from …

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10Jan 2025

India-U.S. Collaborate on Sonobuoys for Naval Awareness

Why in the news? India and the U.S. have teamed up to co-produce sonobuoys for Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA) in the Indian Navy. These devices help detect and track submarines, enhancing naval defense and supporting scientific research in marine environments. India-U.S. Collaboration on Sonobuoys for UDA: India and the U.S. have announced a collaboration to …

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10Jan 2025

Karnataka Launches Garudakshi Portal for Forest Protection

Why in the news? The Karnataka Forest Department introduced the Garudakshi portal, an online FIR system to address forest crimes like encroachments, poaching, and illegal logging, aiming to improve case management, efficiency, and public involvement in forest conservation efforts. Introduction to Garudakshi Portal: The Karnataka Forest Department launched the Garudakshi portal, an online FIR system …

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