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29Jun 2024

INDIA ACHIEVES ‘OUTSTANDING OUTCOME’ IN FATF EVALUATION

Why in News ? India has achieved an exceptional outcome in the 2023-24 mutual evaluation conducted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Source-TH About FATF- The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental organization established in 1989 to develop policies to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related threats to the integrity …

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29Jun 2024

INDIA SLAMS ‘DEEPLY BIASED’ U.S. REPORT ON RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Why In New? India criticized the U.S. State Department’s 2023 report on International Religious Freedom, calling it “deeply biased” and a “one-sided projection of issues.” Source-TH About the News External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted that the report questioned the integrity of Indian court judgments and noted the U.S.’s own record in handling domestic …

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29Jun 2024

52-DAY AMARNATH YATRA BEGINS ON 29 JUNE ,SECURITY TIGHTENED IN KASHMIR VALLEY

Why in News ? The first batch of pilgrims arrived in the Kashmir Valley on 28 June  for the annual Amarnath Yatra, which starts on 29 June. Source- TH About the news – The pilgrimage is under heightened security due to a militant threat, following a June 9 attack that killed nine pilgrims and injured …

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29Jun 2024

UPROAR IN PARLIAMENT AS OPPN. MPS RAISE ‘IRREGULARITIES’ IN CONDUCT OF NEET EXAM

Why in the news? The issue of alleged irregularities in the NEET examination sparked heated debates in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on 28 June. About the News : Parliamentary Disruption– Lok Sabha Adjournment: Speaker Om Birla adjourned the Lok Sabha on 28th June after disallowing adjournment motions related to NEET irregularities. Congress …

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29Jun 2024

FRESH DATES ANNOUNCED FOR UGC-NET, 2 OTHER TESTS

Why in the news? Announcement was made last night over  alleged irregularities in the conduct of exams. About the News : UGC-NET:Original Date: Conducted on June 18, cancelled on 19th . New Dates: August 21 to September 4 Format: Computer-based test (CBT) spread across a fortnight CSIR UGC-NET:New Dates: July 25 to July 27 About …

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29Jun 2024

ROOF COLLAPSE AT DELHI AIRPORT CLAIMS ONE LIFE

Why in the news? Canopy over the forecourt collapsed due to heavy rain at  Terminal 1, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi source-TH About the News: Consequences: 1 person killed (cab driver), 6 injured, 4 cars damaged Impact on Flights:Flights arriving and departing from Terminal 1 cancelled Free refunds announced for affected passengers Weather Conditions:Recorded …

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29Jun 2024

WHY THE HURRY?

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Why in the News? The new criminal laws—the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—are set to replace the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act …

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28Jun 2024

NOT BY A SINGLE EXAM: RESOLVING INDIA’S EXAMINATION CRISIS

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures. Focus: The examination crisis in India has garnered significant attention due to recurring issues with conducting fair and secure exams like NEET and UGC NET. Accountability …

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28Jun 2024

MINISTRY PLANS OVERHAUL OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING SCHEME

Why in the news? The RBI has revamped its currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries from 2024 to 2027. Introducing a dedicated INR swap window with incentives to support Indian rupee liquidity. Allocating ₹250 billion for INR support to enhance regional financial stability. Key Feature of the Framework: INR Swap Window: Established to facilitate easier …

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28Jun 2024

RARE SIGHTING OF MAINLAND SEROW IN ASSAM

Why in the news? The mainland serow, typically found in Bhutan, has been spotted at a record low altitude in western Assam, marking its first appearance near human settlements. A team of scientists documented a lone mainland serow at just 96 meters above sea level in Raimona National Park. This marks a significant expansion of …

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