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Syllabus: GS-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations Why in the news? Iran’s missile attack on Israel signals a significant escalation, challenging Israeli deterrence and potentially triggering further conflict. source:medium About The Situation: Iran launched a major missile attack on Israel, firing over 300 long-range projectiles, including drones and ballistic missiles. This is …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Security challenges and their management in border areas Why in the News? April 13, 2024, marks 40 years since the Indian Army preemptively occupied the Siachen glacier. The glacier is located on the Saltoro ridge, overlooking the Nubra valley in the Karakoram ranges. A ceasefire is currently in place between the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Iran assures Indian officials access to detained crew amid rising tensions; India adopts neutral stance, faces expectations from Israel. source:worldmap About the Iran’s Assurances Regarding Detained Crew: Iran pledges to soon permit Indian officials to meet with the 17 Indian crew members detained after seizing the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked ship. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? IMD forecasts above-normal monsoon with 106% rainfall. Transition from El Nino to La Nina favours favourable conditions. Positive Indian Ocean Dipole expected. Understanding the Factors Influencing Forecast: Transition of weakening El Nino in Pacific Ocean to neutral conditions ahead of monsoon onset. Likely emergence of La Nina in the latter half …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Centre releases ‘deemed’ forest reports as per Supreme Court order, revealing incomplete data on forest areas in states. About the Supreme Court Directive: Following a Supreme Court order, the Environment Ministry releases reports from 22 states and 4 Union Territories, identifying forest areas under their jurisdiction. The directive stemmed from a …
Read MoreWhy in the news? High Court nullifies man’s detention under Public Safety Act, emphasises authorities must justify without relying solely on police testimony. India upholds freedoms. source:IE About the Detention Quashed: Jammu and Kashmir High Court nullifies detention of Kashmir residents under the Public Safety Act (PSA). Petitioner from Shopian challenged his detention, highlighting lack …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Bombay HC criticises ED for recording senior citizen’s statement overnight, citing violation of “right to sleep”; emphasises fundamental rights. source:slideserve About HC Criticism of ED’s Conduct: The Bombay High Court rebuked the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for recording a senior citizen’s statement overnight, depriving him of the “right to sleep” guaranteed by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Iran-Israel conflict escalation raises concerns over oil prices, supply disruptions; India’s heavy import dependence amplifies economic impact. source:scribd About the Geopolitical Impact on Oil Trade: Escalation in Iran-Israel conflict may elevate crude oil prices due to increased risk premiums and concerns over supply disruptions in West Asia. India, as the world’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rocket attack in Myanmar kills 4, injures military cadets. Anti-coup fighters blamed; the junta condemned as targeting civilians. source:voanews About Details of the Incident : In Yangon, Myanmar, anti-coup fighters launched a rocket attack resulting in four deaths and 12 injuries, including military cadets. The junta condemned the attack in Pyin …
Read MoreWhy in the news? DDA defies NGT guidelines, continues construction on Yamuna floodplain, risking environmental damage. source:toi About the Violation of Guidelines: Despite severe floods in Delhi last year, Delhi Development Authority (DDA) continues construction on Yamuna floodplain, defying 2015 National Green Tribunal (NGT) guidelines. NGT guidelines prohibit permanent constructions on the floodplain, which reduce …
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