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02Sep 2024

Vertical Cities: A Closer Look into Asia’s Upward Urban Growth and Challenges

SYLLABUS: GS-1: Urbanisation, their Problems and their Remedies Focus: A recent study by Nature Cities shows that Asian cities in particular are taking on much more vertical development than horizontal one. Such a trend leads to concerns with relation to infrastructures, environment, and efficient urbanisation in order to accommodate a fast growing urban populace. source:researchgate …

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02Sep 2024

THE CASTE CENSUS DEBATE IN INDIA

Syllabus: GS-1– Caste census in India , implications , social justice , welfare of vulnerable sections Focus : The article focuses on the implications of conducting a caste-based Census in India, analyzing its potential impact on national integration, social cohesion, and the pursuit of a casteless society. It highlights historical instances, concerns of political and …

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31Aug 2024

NEPAL TOURISM WON PATA GOLD AWARD

Why in the News? The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) won the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Award for Sustainable Tourism for its Livelihood Recovery Project (STLRP). This marks the third PATA award for NTB, highlighting its ongoing commitment to community-based tourism across Nepal’s seven provinces. Source: UNDP Project Achievements Sustainable tourism: STLRP has been …

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31Aug 2024

INDIAN ARMY LAUNCHED PROJECT NAMAN

Why in the News? Project Launch: The Indian Army launched the first phase of Project NAMAN, a significant initiative to support Defence Pensioners, Veterans, and their families. SPARSH Focus: Project NAMAN is built around the SPARSH (System for Pension Administration Raksha) digital pension system, streamlining pension processes for Defence Pensioners across India. Key Features and …

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31Aug 2024

INDIA ASPIRES TO HOST 2036 OLYMPICS, STRATEGIC PLANNING BEGINS

Why in the news? India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympics gains momentum as the government and states collaborate, leveraging existing infrastructure and preparing for the International Olympic Committee’s selection process. About India’s Ambition to Host the 2036 Olympics: Prime Minister’s Vision: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India’s dream to host the 2036 Olympic Games …

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31Aug 2024

SECI ATTAINS NAVRATNA STATUS AMID RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPANSION

Why in the news? Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI), a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has been awarded Navratna status by the Ministry of Finance on 30th August 2024. This upgrade comes as SECI completes 13 years since its inception. Key Achievements and Performance: Solar …

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31Aug 2024

CYCLONE ASNA TO SHIFT AWAY FROM INDIAN COASTLINE

Why in the news? Currently active cyclone Asna is likely to move away from India’s coastline within the next 24 hours thus limiting its potential harm such as heavy rainfall currently occurring in Gujarat. Source:ainpnews About Cyclone Asna’s Movement: The Cyclone Asna which at present is a deep depression over the Arabian Sea is responsible …

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31Aug 2024

INDIA SET TO EXCEL AT PARIS 2024 PARALYMPICS

Why in the news? The Indian contingent bagged four medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympics that include one gold medal in the event representing specialised athletic performance and setting national records for para-athletics. source:thestraitstime India’s Medal Tally at Paris 2024 Paralympics: Gold Medal: Avani Lekhara clinched the gold in Women’s 10 metres rifle standing shooting …

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31Aug 2024

UNIFIED PENSION SCHEME: A BALANCED APPROACH TO GOVERNMENT RETIREMENT BENEFITS

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and interventions. Welfare schemes for the vulnerable section of the population. Focus: Government has cleared the new Unified Pension Scheme to substitute the National Pension System for the central employees on 1st April of 2025. This new scheme intends to give a clearer pension planning for civil servants and will …

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31Aug 2024

“ARIGHAAT- INDIA’S SECOND NUCLEAR SUBMARINE”

Syllabus: GS 3: Defence technology Why in the News? India’s second nuclear submarine, INS Arighaat, was commissioned yesterday, augmenting India’s nuclear warships and deterrence capabilities, symbolizing significant progress in civil defence technology. Source: Indian express Introduction INS Arighaat launch marks an important milestone in India’s defense capabilities, enhancing its three nuclear warships with advanced submarines. …

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