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30Mar 2024

BONDS, BIG MONEY AND AN IMPERFECT DEMOCRACY

Relevance: GS 2 – Governance: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures. Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has declared the electoral bonds scheme unconstitutional, which was intended to eliminate the financing of elections with black money. Illegal financing leads to the control of politics shifting into …

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30Mar 2024

FLIGHT FROM FATIGUE

Syllabus:  GS 3 : Investment Model , Technology , Infrastructure. Why in the News? In January, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) introduced proposed changes to Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL). The revisions were designed to address widespread concerns of pilot fatigue in a systematic and scientific manner. Introduction to FDTL Revisions Enhanced Rest: …

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29Mar 2024

UNDERSTANDING INDIA’S COAL IMPORTS

Syllabus: GS-III Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Why in the news? India’s coal imports scrutinised amid electricity shortages, highlighting logistical challenges and misconceptions regarding alternative sourcing. Source:wordpress Highlights of the  logistical challenges of Coal: India faces electricity shortages due to unpredictable weather patterns and a …

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29Mar 2024

THE COUNTDOWN TO A PANDEMIC TREATY

Syllabus: GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India GS 3  : Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation Focus: The article highlights an unprecedented call in March 2021 by 25 heads of government and international agencies for a pandemic treaty, signaling a pivotal moment in global health governance. Historical Call for a Pandemic …

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29Mar 2024

‘ONLY 4% FIRMS IN INDIA READY TO TACKLE CYBERSECURITY RISKS’:PAGE 15

Why in the news? Low cybersecurity readiness in Indian firms, with only 4% prepared against modern risks, highlighted by Cisco’s 2023 Cybersecurity Readiness Index. About the Survey Findings: According to Cisco’s ‘2023 Cybersecurity Readiness Index’, only 4% of Indian firms exhibit a ‘mature’ level of readiness against modern cybersecurity risks. Enterprises face various threats like …

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29Mar 2024

CORE SECTOR OUTPUT GROWTH SPURTS TO 6.7% IN FEBRUARY:

Why in the news? Core sector output in India surged by 6.7% in February, led by notable growth in coal, natural gas, and cement industries. source:TH Key Highlights of the Core Sector Output Growth: India’s eight core sectors witnessed a significant growth spurt of 6.7% in February, reaching a three-month high. Double-digit increases in coal, …

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29Mar 2024

SKYROOT AEROSPACE OF VIKRAM-1 LAUNCH SUCCESSFULLY TEST-FIRES STAGE-2 VEHICLE IN A.P.’S SRIHARIKOTA:

Why in the news? Skyroot Aerospace test-fires stage-2 (Kalam-250) of Vikram-1 launch vehicle, a milestone towards India’s first private orbital rocket launch. source:indiascience About the Skyroot Aerospace Test-Fires Stage-2 of Vikram-1 Launch Vehicle: Successful Test-Firing: Skyroot Aerospace conducts a successful test-firing of stage-2 (Kalam-250) of the Vikram-1 launch vehicle. Test conducted at ISRO’s Satish Dhawan …

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29Mar 2024

GOVT. EXTENDS AFSPA IN PARTS OF NAGALAND, ARUNACHAL PRADESH:

Why in the news? AFSPA extension in parts of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh for six months, aiming to maintain security and combat insurgency. About the Extension Details: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) prolonged the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in parts of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh for six months. In Nagaland, AFSPA …

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29Mar 2024

NO EXAMS FROM 2025, PATRACHAR VIDYALAYA STUDENTS LEFT IN THE LURCH

Why in the news? CBSE discontinues exams for Patrachar Vidyalaya students from 2025 due to NEP 2020, leaving socio-economically disadvantaged students uncertain. source:pib Understanding the Decision Background: CBSE discontinues exams for Patrachar Vidyalaya students starting 2025, citing National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 implementation. NEP incorporates internal assessment/project/practical exams into all subjects, which Patrachar Vidyalaya curriculum …

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29Mar 2024

HOUSEHOLDS ACROSS THE WORLD WASTE 1 BILLION MEALS A DAY, SAYS UN REPORT:

Why in the news ? UN report reveals global food waste crisis: 1 billion meals wasted daily in 2022, impacting hunger, climate change, and economy. About the Magnitude of Waste: In 2022, households worldwide wasted over one billion meals daily, despite 783 million people facing hunger. Food Waste Index Report 2024, by UNEP and WRAP, …

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