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Why in the news? Ongoing anti-terror operations in Udhampur, Kishtwar, and Anantnag face challenges due to difficult terrain and tactical manoeuvres by terrorists, resulting in casualties and ongoing search efforts. About the ongoing Anti-Terror Operations: Locations Affected: Anti-terror operations are underway in Udhampur, Kishtwar, and Anantnag districts in Jammu and Kashmir. Start Date: Operations began …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Khemraj Gameti, a rescued bonded labourer, has founded a school for underprivileged tribal children in Rajasthan, providing them with access to education for the first time. source:slideshare About the news: Bonded Labourer to Advocate for Education: Khemraj Gameti, a former bonded labourer and survivor of human trafficking, has established a community …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Delhi High Court ruled that women can be prosecuted under the POCSO Act, clarifying its gender-neutral stance in protecting minors from sexual offences. source:slideshare Legal Ruling on Gender-Neutrality of POCSO Act The Delhi High Court has ruled that criminal proceedings can be initiated against a woman for committing the offence …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s retail inflation dropped to 3.54% in July 2024, the lowest in nearly five years, driven by a significant decline in vegetable prices and urban inflation. source:wordpress Retail Inflation Overview: Retail inflation in India fell to 54% in July 2024, the lowest in nearly five years. This decline follows a 08% …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Government policies and interventions in various sectors Why in the News? The Ambani family’s involvement in improving India’s performance in elite sports, particularly at the Olympics, has sparked discussions on the role of private investment versus public funding in sports development. Source: Indian Express Introduction The debate over the state’s role in …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1 – Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc. and the effects of such changes. GS 3 – Disaster and disaster management. Why in the news? A flood alert was issued downstream of the Tungabhadra dam in Karnataka’s Koppal district after one of the 33 crest gates was washed …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3– Railway as a means of public transport , Safety in Indian Railways , Technological advancement in the mode of transportation Focus : This article explores the development and application of Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS) across various modes of transportation, including road vehicles, trains, ships, and aircraft. It delves into the technologies underlying these …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy and economic discripencies. Effects of Liberalization on the Economy. Issues related to economy. Why in the News? The SEBI chief, Madhabi Puri Buch, and her husband have been accused by Hindenburg Research of conflicts of interest related to their investments in offshore funds tied to the Adani Group. These allegations …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Centre’s expert panel, tasked with determining the extent of eco-sensitive areas (ESAs) in the Western Ghats, has received submissions from states based on outdated ground-truthing surveys, raising questions about the reports’ accuracy. Submissions and Concerns Extent of ESAs: The Western Ghats’ ESAs cover 56,825 square kilometres and prohibit mining, thermal …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Farmers and locals in Karnataka’s Koppal area were concerned when one of the dam’s 33 crest gates washed away, prompting the issuance of a flood alert downstream of the Tungabhadra Dam. Incident Details Gate breakdown: On August 10, 2024, a structural breakdown caused the spillway gate No. 9 of the Tungabhadra …
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