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Why in the news? Mount Erebus, Antarctica’s active volcano, releases 80 grams of gold daily, valued at nearly Rs 5 lakh, into the atmosphere. source:wikisource About the Volcanic Gold Showers: Mount Erebus, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, expels approximately 80 grams of gold into Antarctica’s cold atmosphere daily. This daily gold emission is …
Read MoreWhy in the news ? Mount Ruang volcano erupts in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi, forcing evacuations, closing airports; alert level raised; ash cloud reaches 5km. source:baron About the Eruption Events: Mount Ruang, located in North Sulawesi province, Indonesia, erupted multiple times on April 30, 2024. The eruptions occurred at approximately 1:15 am local time and continued …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Focus: A decade has passed since the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2- Women issues and efforts by various agencies GS-3– Child care leaves and economy Focus : The article explores the constitutional rights of working mothers in India, focusing on childcare leave policies and the imperative of investing in the care economy. It evaluates the gendered norms embedded in existing policies, challenges in implementation, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NCW’s response on political affiliation of Chairperson and Members sparks concerns over transparency and neutrality. Source:wordpress About NCW’s Political Affiliation Clarification: The National Commission for Women (NCW) stated it lacks information regarding the political affiliation of its Chairperson and Members. Established under the NCW Act, 1990, by the Ministry of Women …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Chief Minister of Manipur raises concerns over population growth among Chin-Kuki-Zo tribes amid ongoing ethnic conflict. source:sagepublication About Concerns Raised by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh: Chief Minister N. Biren Singh expressed concerns about the “unnatural growth” in the population of “Chin-Kuki-Zo” tribes in Manipur. He stated that this population …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Supreme Court reverses order permitting late-stage abortion for minor rape survivor, following parental concerns over health implications. source:scribd About Supreme Court’s Decision Recalled: The Supreme Court reversed its April 22 order allowing a 14-year- old rape survivor to undergo a late-stage abortion. Concerns were raised by the survivor’s parents regarding her …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NCAER predicts India’s GDP growth may exceed 7% for 2024-25, citing positive monsoon forecast and global economic prospects. About the GDP Growth Forecast: NCAER predicts India’s GDP growth may exceed the Reserve Bank of India’s estimate of 7% for 2024-25. Positive factors include expectations of an above-normal monsoon, upgraded global growth …
Read MoreWhy in the news ? FIEO warns escalating geopolitical tensions could decrease global demand, impacting India’s exports; urges government support for exporters’ liquidity. source:slideserve About Impact of Geopolitical Uncertainties on Exports: FIEO, the apex exporters’ body, warns of potential repercussions on India’s exports due to escalating geopolitical tensions worldwide. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has already …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Indian Ocean warming trends raise concerns; projected marine heatwaves and coral bleaching threaten marine ecosystems, per study. source:TOI About the Warming Trends in the Indian Ocean: Indian Ocean temperature increased by 1.2°C from 1950 to 2020 and is projected to rise by 1.7 to 3.8°C by 2100. Rise in marine heatwaves …
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