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29Apr 2024

NHRC ACCREDITATION UNDER REVIEW IN GENEVA AMID CONCERNS, GOVERNMENT RESPONSE.

Why in the news? NHRC’s “A status” review in Geneva due to concerns over independence, police involvement, minority representation; government lobbying for retention. source:eduprep About Concerns Raised by GANHRI Sub-Committee: GANHRI Sub-Committee expressed concerns in March 2023 regarding NHRC’s independence from government interference. Involvement of police officers in human rights investigations was criticised as a …

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29Apr 2024

HAMAS RESPONDED TO THE GAZA TRUCE PLAN TODAY IN EGYPT

Why in the news? Hamas, designated a terrorist group by several nations, will respond to Israel’s ceasefire proposal in Egypt, aiming for lasting peace. source:wordpress About the Hamas Response Announcement: A senior Hamas official revealed that the group plans to deliver its response to Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal on Monday in Egypt. Khalil al-Hayya will …

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29Apr 2024

CRPF ATTACKED IN MANIPUR TO GARNER GOVERNMENT ATTENTION: OFFICIALS.

Why in the news? CRPF attacked in Manipur; mistaken for local police, officials cite ongoing violence and call for a political solution to the crisis. About CRPF Attack in Manipur: Unidentified militants attacked a CRPF camp in Manipur, mistakenly assuming it to be manned by local police due to recent troop withdrawals. The camp, located …

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29Apr 2024

“HEZBOLLAH CLAIMS MISSILE STRIKE ON ISRAEL AMID ESCALATING TENSIONS.”

Why in the news? “Hezbollah retaliates with drones and guided missiles after Israeli strikes; tension escalates along Israel-Lebanon border.” source:steemit About the Hezbollah’s Retaliatory Action: Hezbollah announces a retaliatory strike against northern Israel in response to Israeli cross-border attacks. The group claims to have employed drones and guided missiles in a complex attack targeting specific …

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29Apr 2024

14 PAKISTANIS ARRESTED, 86 KG NARCOTICS SEIZED OFF GUJARAT COAST.

Why in the news? Seizure of Pakistani boat off Gujarat coast with 86 kg of narcotics valued at ₹602 crore; 14 arrested. source:scribd About the Gujarat Coast Drug Seizure: Joint operation by Gujarat ATS and NCB led to seizing a Pakistani boat with 14 crew members and 86 kg of drugs off Porbandar coast. Drugs …

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29Apr 2024

CENTRE ATTEMPTS TO SOOTHE MAHARASHTRA ONION FARMERS

Why in the news? Centre’s announcement of onion export allowances amidst criticism from Maharashtra farmers and opposition leaders sparks controversy and debate. Centre’s announcement of onion export allowances amidst criticism from Maharashtra farmers and opposition leaders sparks controversy and debate. source:medium About Centre’s Response to Criticism: Amid backlash from Opposition leaders and Maharashtra onion farmers over …

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29Apr 2024

ONLY U.S. CAN HALT ISRAEL’S ATTACK ON RAFAH, SAYS ABBAS

Why in the news? “Abbas urges U.S. to halt Israeli attack on Rafah in Gaza, warning of mass displacement; international appeals for restraint.” About Israel’s Threats and Actions: Israel has been threatening for weeks to conduct a full-scale assault on Rafah, citing its aim to eliminate Hamas’s remaining forces in the area. Recent airstrikes by …

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29Apr 2024

KILIMANOOR PALACE TO REVEAL RAVI VARMA’S INDULEKHA TRUE COPY.

Why in the news? Unveiling of Ravi Varma’s Indulekha painting, first true copy, on his 176th birth anniversary, at Kilimanoor Palace, Thiruvananthapuram. source:worldmap About the Unveiling of Ravi Varma’s Indulekha Painting: Historic Occasion: The Kilimanoor Palace, Raja Ravi Varma’s birthplace, to reveal the first true copy of his painting “Indulekha” on his 176th birth anniversary. …

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29Apr 2024

INDIAN NAVY ASSISTS PANAMA TANKER POST-HOUTHI ATTACK; CREW SAFE.

Why in the news? Indian Navy guides Panama tanker, attacked by Houthi militants, to safety; all 30 crew, including 22 Indians, unharmed. source:dailysun About Naval Response to Attack: The Indian Navy intervened to aid a Panama-flagged crude oil tanker, MV Andromeda Star, with 30 crew members, including 22 Indians, after it was targeted in a …

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29Apr 2024

MAKING SPACE FOR MIGRANTS IN MANIFESTOS

Relevance: GS 2 –  Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Why in the News? The 2024 Lok Sabha election manifestos of both the BJP and Congress have acknowledged migrants’ concerns for the first time. The COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing lockdowns highlighted the vulnerability and disenfranchisement of …

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