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24Jun 2024

CREATE THE SPACE FOR GOVERNANCE WITH A GREEN HEART

Relevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Why in the news? A new term begins for the government and the Lok Sabha, emphasizing the need for green concerns. Historically, …

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23Jun 2024

TOTAL UPSC PRELIMS QUESTIONS. (CAME FROM UGI WEBSITE AND TEST SERIES)

[NOTE: The compilation is based on SET A] Click the below link to download the full article TOTAL UPSC (Prelims) Questions CURRENT AFFAIRS Question No.                                                             …

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23Jun 2024

W.B. TO DREDGE TEESTA BASIN AMID FLOOD-LIKE SITUATION

Why In New? The severe impact of heavy rainfall and the surge in the Teesta river in Sikkim and north Bengal, prompting emergency measures, including riverbed dredging and infrastructure repair. Source-TH About the News Heavy Rainfall Impact: Sikkim and north Bengal experienced incessant downpour, causing the Teesta river to surge. Project Report: The West Bengal …

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23Jun 2024

NEW DELHI, DHAKA TO BEGIN TALKS ON COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC TIES

Why in News ? India and Bangladesh agreed to initiate a dialogue on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement. About the News: Connectivity and Trade: Trade between the two countries is now being conducted in Indian rupees, with new cross-border rail links and port facilities established. Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs): Multiple MoUs were signed, covering areas …

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23Jun 2024

NO GST ON RAILWAY SERVICES, HOSTEL STAY

Why in the news? The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council met after almost nine months. source-IE About the News : The GST Council’s recent decisions aimed at easing compliance for small businesses, providing exemptions, and addressing tax reforms and trade facilitation measures. Compliance Measures: Approved measures to ease compliance for small businesses. Exemptions Granted: …

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23Jun 2024

GOVT. REMOVES NTA CHIEF, HANDS OVER PROBE TO CBI

Why in the news? This was Government’s response to allegations of paper leaks and irregularities in NEET exams. About National Testing Agency- The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous body established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to conduct efficient, transparent, and standardized assessments for admission to higher educational institutions. Major Examinations: …

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23Jun 2024

WHERE DOES INDIA STAND WITH RESPECT TO G7?

Syllabus: GS-2- India’s Foreign policy , G-7 ,multilateralism and preserving India’s sovereignty Focus : The article discusses the recent G-7 summit held in Italy’s Apulia region from June 13-15, highlighting key topics such as bridging global divisions, supporting Ukraine, investing in Africa, and addressing climate change and artificial intelligence challenges. It emphasizes India’s significant role …

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23Jun 2024

RAILWAY SAFETY AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN INDIA

Syllabus: GS-3- Railway accidents , infrastructure crisis and solutions for railway safety Focus : The article examines the tragic train accident near New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, on June 17, 2023, exploring the initial response from the Railway Board, the procedural failures, the role of human error, and the potential impact of advanced safety systems like …

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23Jun 2024

HEATWAVES AS NATURAL DISASTERS

Syllabus: GS-3- Natural disasters , disaster management and related forces and actions in India Focus : The article discusses the severe impact of heatwaves in North India, the legal and administrative framework for addressing natural disasters in India, the debate on classifying heatwaves as natural disasters, and the existing measures to mitigate heatwave impacts. It …

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22Jun 2024

SHIFTING SANDS: INDIA’S GEOPOLITICAL MANEUVERING IN A COMPLEX GLOBAL LANDSCAPE

Syllabus: GS-2- India’s Foreign policy , multilateralism and preserving India’s sovereignty Focus : The article analyzes the shifting geopolitical dynamics affecting India, particularly in the context of recent internal political upheavals and complex external relationships with major powers like the US, Russia, and China. It discusses key diplomatic interactions and their implications for India’s position …

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