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26Feb 2024

ASSAM HITS THE ROAD TO UCC, ENDS MUSLIM MARRIAGE LAW:

Why in the news? Assam Cabinet repeals the Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act, 1935. Step towards implementing Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Chief Minister Sarma connects it to combating child marriages, highlights need to eliminate outdated laws. source:themirror About the Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act, 1935: The Act facilitated voluntary registration of …

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26Feb 2024

THE NB8 VISIT TO INDIA FOCUSES ON COOPERATION AND TRUST

Why in the news? The Nordic-Baltic delegation’s visit to India emphasizes cooperation amid global challenges, particularly Russia’s actions in Ukraine. It highlights shared values and a commitment to upholding international law and fostering peace initiatives. source:reddit Highlighting Nordic-Baltic Cooperation and Raisina Dialogue: Eight Nordic-Baltic countries participate in the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, emphasizing cooperation …

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26Feb 2024

‘FROZE’ PARTICIPATION IN SECURITY BLOC: ARMENIA

Why in the news? Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announces Armenia’s decision to suspend its involvement in a Russia-led security block. This move signifies Armenia’s attempt to distance itself from Moscow amid strained relations. About Armenia’s Withdrawal from Security Bloc: Russia-Armenia relations soured due to Russian peacekeepers’ inaction during Azerbaijan’s takeover of Nagorno-Karabakh. Pashinyan expresses discontent …

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26Feb 2024

INDIA’S STANCE ON DATA TRANSFERS AT WTO SPOOKS SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY GIANTS:

Why in the news? A global consortium of semiconductor industry groups urging India to reconsider its stance on imposing duties on cross-border digital e-commerce and data transfers. About Concerns Raised by Semiconductor Industry Giants: Global semiconductor industry groups are urging India to reassess its proposal to levy duties on cross-border digital e-commerce and data transfers. …

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26Feb 2024

‘U.S. PILES NEW SANCTIONS ON RUSSIA ON WAR’S ANNIVERSARY

Why in the news? The United States and the European Union have announced new sanctions on Russia, coinciding with the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These sanctions are imposed as a response to various actions, including the recent death of prominent Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in a Russian prison. source:theEconomist U.S. Sanctions on …

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26Feb 2024

ISRO: PAPA DETECTS SOLAR WIND IMPACT OF CORONAL MASS EJECTIONS:

Why in the news? ISRO’s Plasma Analyser Package for Aditya (PAPA) aboard the Aditya-L1 spacecraft has identified the effects of coronal mass ejections (CMEs). Notably, PAPA’s advanced sensors successfully recorded CME impacts, including those observed on February 10-11, 2024. source:slidechef Highlighting the Functionality of PAPA: Measures solar wind electrons and ions’ energy and mass. Utilises …

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26Feb 2024

CHANGING THE GROWTH PARADIGM

Syllabus: GS 3:  Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Inclusive Growth and issues arising from it. Focus: India’s economic challenges prompt reflections on the growth paradigm, emphasizing the need for a shift. The Reserve Bank of India Governor’s open letter to the Finance Minister highlights concerns about …

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26Feb 2024

HOW LPG SUBSIDY CAN BE REDESIGNED TO PRIVILEGE LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS

Relevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. GS 3 – Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Why in the News? The Telangana government’s proposal involves paying the subsidy amount of 455 in advance. This payment is directed to the …

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26Feb 2024

AS RUSSIA-UKRAINE CONFLICT REACHES TWO YEAR MARK, IT IS ADVANTAGE PUTIN

Relevance: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Why in the News? Earlier this month, Avdiivka, a crucial city on the Ukrainian defensive line in the Donetsk region, was seized by Russian forces. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, now in its third year, …

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23Feb 2024

IN A FIRST, CERN SCIENTISTS CARRY OUT LASER COOLING OF POSITRONIUM

Why in the news? An international team from AEGIS collaboration, part of CERN, achieved a groundbreaking feat by laser cooling Positronium. Positronium, composed of a bound electron and positron, is a fundamental atomic system but has a short life, annihilating in 142 nanoseconds. About the CERN Experiment: Physicists from 19 European and one Indian research …

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