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Why in the news? The Indian Army’s Gorkha Rifles departed for Nepal to participate in the 18th edition of Exercise Surya Kiran. This joint exercise enhances cooperation in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism, and disaster relief between Indian and Nepalese forces. Exercise Overview: Event: 18th edition of Exercise Surya Kiran. Duration: December 31, 2024, to January 13, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The H-1B visa program faces heated debates, with proponents like Vivek Ramaswamy advocating expansion, while critics, including Trump supporters, demand tighter restrictions, accusing it of displacing American workers and favoring foreign professionals. Purpose and Current Debate Around H-1B Visas: The H-1B visa program allows U.S. companies to employ foreign professionals for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Recent crashes of Azerbaijan Airlines and Jeju Air highlighted rear-section survivability, sparking discussions. Studies and experiments reaffirmed statistical trends suggesting passengers in the rear have better chances of survival in certain crash scenarios. Recent Plane Crash Incidents: Azerbaijan Airlines Flight (December 25): Crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, due to a suspected accidental …
Read MoreWhy in the news? ISRO’s PSLV-C60 is set to launch on December 30, 2024, deploying two satellites, “Chaur” and “Target,” into orbit. The mission showcases advancements in satellite technology, supporting India’s commercial and human spaceflight ambitions. Highlights of the Mission: Launch Details: ISRO’s PSLV-C60 mission is scheduled for December 30, 2024, at 9:58 PM IST. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Inclusive Growth , Artificial Intelligence Focus: As we approach 2025, AI’s impact on industries is being reassessed, with many companies scaling back AI deployment, focusing on specific use cases. Ethical, data, and workforce challenges are emerging as AI shifts from a potential replacement to a copilot in human-driven tasks. The Changing Landscape of …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian economy Why in the News? Recently, the Indian textile industry has recorded impressive growth, with exports increasing by 36.65% in four years, driven by diversity, quality improvements and increasing global demand. Introduction India’s textile sector has shown impressive strength, growing 36.65% in the last four years. Despite global economic challenges, it …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a key energy bloc, maintains strong economic ties with India, highlighted by substantial trade and expatriate remittances, emphasizing its role as India’s largest regional partner and a strategic ally in global dynamics. India-GCC Bilateral Relations India and the GCC share strong economic ties, with bilateral trade …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Two red pandas from Rotterdam Zoo were moved to Darjeeling’s Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park as part of a global breeding initiative to bolster endangered red panda populations and address habitat loss challenges. Relocation for Conservation: Two red pandas from Rotterdam Zoo in the Netherlands are being relocated to the Padmaja …
Read MoreWhy in the news? China launched the Sichuan, its first Type 076 amphibious assault ship, featuring advanced technologies like electromagnetic catapults and arrestor systems, strengthening its naval capabilities for global operations and boosting its fleet modernization efforts. Key Features of Type 076 Warship: China unveiled the Sichuan, its first Type 076 amphibious assault ship, on …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NASA’s Parker Solar Probe safely completed its closest approach to the Sun on December 24, passing 6.1 million km from its surface to study the corona, solar wind, and high-energy particle acceleration. Historic Milestone: On December 24, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe achieved the closest-ever approach to the Sun by any spacecraft. …
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