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18Apr 2024

28 candidates from Karnataka clear civil services exams (2023)

Why in the news? 28 candidates from Karnataka clear Civil Services exams of 2023, with Soubhagya S. Beelagimath emerged as the state topper. source:medium About the Soubhagya S. Beelagimath State Toper: Soubhagya S. Beelagimath secured the top position in Karnataka with an All India Rank (AIR) of 101. She is an agriculture science graduate from …

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18Apr 2024

THE GREAT INDIAN BUSTARD AND CLIMATE ACTION VERDICT

Syllabus: GS 2: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Focus: In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has expanded the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to include the right against the adverse effects of climate change. Source: Hinduustan Times In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India recently acknowledged the fundamental …

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18Apr 2024

FROM RISK TO RESILIENCE:

STRENGTHENING INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT GOVERNANCE   Syllabus: GS 3:  Issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Investment Models. Why in the News? The recent Supreme Court verdict on the DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation) and DAMEPL (Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt Ltd) case marks a …

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17Apr 2024

INDIA’S RELIANCE ON OIL IMPORTS HITS FRESH FULL-YEAR HIGH IN FY24

Why in the news? India’s escalating dependence on imported crude oil, reaching a record high in FY24, impacts economy and government initiatives. source:IE About the Increasing Reliance on Oil Imports: India’s dependence on imported crude oil reached a new peak in the fiscal year 2023-24 (FY24) due to rising demand for fuel and petroleum products …

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17Apr 2024

THE CIVIL AVIATION MINISTRY DIRECTS AIRLINES TO CONDUCT RISK ASSESSMENTS FOR FLIGHT OPERATIONS.

Why in the news? Escalating tensions in West Asia prompt the Civil Aviation Ministry to urge airlines for risk assessments on international flight operations. source:mapworld About Escalating Tensions in West Asia: The Civil Aviation Ministry urges airlines to conduct risk assessments for international flight operations amidst rising tensions. Airlines like Air India, Vistara, and IndiGo …

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17Apr 2024

IMF FORECASTS INDIA’S ECONOMY TO GROW 6.8% THIS FISCAL YEAR

Why in the news? IMF raises India’s growth forecast to 6.8% for FY 2024/25, highlighting global economic resilience amid challenges. source:BS About the IMF Raises India’s Growth Forecast: Growth Projections: IMF revises India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2024/25 to 6.8%, up by 0.3% from January’s projection. It forecasts a 6.5% expansion for the next …

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17Apr 2024

NITI AAYOG PREDICTS FARM SECTOR GROWTH OVER 6% IN FY25.

Why in the news? Good monsoon predictions and low base from previous year suggest agriculture sector growth exceeding 6%, according to NITI Aayog. source:slideserve About the Farm Sector Growth Outlook: Positive Predictions: NITI Aayog’s Ramesh Chand forecasts over 6% growth in agriculture and allied sectors for 2024-25. Factors Driving Growth: Favourable monsoon forecasts and a …

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17Apr 2024

CENTRE LACKS CAA APPLICATION RECORDS, INDICATED IN RESPONSE TO QUERY.

Why in the news? Government lacks records of Citizenship (Amendment) Act applications, raising questions about the law’s impact and implementation.  About Government’s Record-Keeping on CAA Applications: Lack of Provision for Record Maintenance: The Union Home Ministry responded to an RTI query stating that the government does not have provisions to maintain records of applications received …

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17Apr 2024

29 MAOISTS KILLED BY SECURITY FORCES IN CHHATTISGARH’S KANKER DISTRICT.

Why in the news? 29 Maoists shot dead by security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district; intensified anti-Naxal campaign reflects BJP government’s efforts.  About the Security Operation in Kanker: Incident Overview: At least 29 Maoists were killed in a security operation conducted by the BSF and district forces in Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. Casualties and Details: Three …

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17Apr 2024

SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM X REMOVES FOUR POSTS FOLLOWING EC ORDER.

Why in the news? Social media platform X’s removal of political posts on EC order highlights ongoing debates over freedom of expression. source:scribd About the Social media platform X removes four posts on Election Commission’s order in India: EC Order Compliance: X complied with an Election Commission directive to remove four posts from leaders of …

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