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Syllabus: GS-3: Science and technology Artificial Intelligence and its Application Why in the News? OpenAI’s GPT-4o model update enabled users to generate Studio Ghibli-style images, sparking global controversy when military propaganda, terror attacks, and sensitive events were depicted in this aesthetic. This raised serious concerns about ethical AI use, copyright infringement, and cultural misappropriation of …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Amid escalating US-China tensions, there was speculation that China might devalue the yuan. However, economists believe China will use other economic tools, such as fiscal and monetary policies, to mitigate the impact of US tariffs without resorting to drastic devaluation. Speculation on Yuan Devaluation: The ongoing economic conflict between China and …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The US has sanctioned UAE-based Indian Jugwinder Singh Brar and his four companies for allegedly aiding Iran’s oil trade. This action is part of Washington’s ongoing “maximum pressure” campaign aimed at disrupting Iranian oil exports and related networks. Who Was Sanctioned and Why ? The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Trump’s high tariffs on Chinese imports are being compared to major past US policy shifts—the Nixon Shock and Volcker Shock—for their transformative impact on the global economy, trade balances, and monetary system, reigniting debates on protectionism and global trade. The Nixon Shock (1971): Collapse of Bretton Woods Post-WWII era (1949–1969) …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A global team of scientists has created the largest functional brain map ever, tracing 84,000 neurons and 523 million connections in a mouse’s brain using electron microscopy. This breakthrough aims to unravel brain function and identify neurological disorder patterns. Groundbreaking Brain Mapping Project : Scientists have created the most detailed …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted trials of the 1000-kg class glide bomb ‘Gaurav’ from a Su-30 MKI aircraft. The bomb demonstrated nearly 100 km range with high accuracy, strengthening India’s indigenous long-range strike capabilities. Successful Trial and Launch Platform: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? China increased tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125% in retaliation to the US hiking tariffs to 145%. Beijing accused the US of violating international trade norms and engaging in unilateral economic coercion, worsening global trade tensions. What Happened? China’s finance ministry has announced a sharp increase in tariffs …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: Trump’s recent tariff policies, focusing on China, have opened a unique opportunity for India to address its economic stagnation by initiating much-needed reforms in …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Science and technology Artificial Intelligence and its Application Why in the News? As Artificial Intelligence (AI) increasingly shapes how we live and work, there’s a growing call to make AI more accessible and experiential. AI Maker Labs can play a transformative role in this context. These labs can ensure AI becomes not just …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The government has introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as an alternative to the existing National Pension System (NPS), requiring central government employees to choose between the two by June 2025, based on service tenure, returns, and flexibility. Understanding UPS and NPS : Central government employees must choose between Unified …
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