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14Mar 2024

CHINA’S MILITARY AMBITIONS

Relevance: GS 2 – India and its neighbourhood – relations; Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Why in the News? China’s annual parliamentary meetings provide insights into its future direction. Despite economic challenges, a significant observation this year is the ongoing rise in defense expenditure. This marks the …

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14Mar 2024

INDIA’S R&D FUNDING, BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS

Syllabus: GS 3: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. Focus: India’s technological and manufacturing aspirations hinge on a transformative shift in its R&D landscape Source:- The Hindu Breaking down India’s R&D Funding: Interim Budget Announcement: The announcement in the interim Budget for 2024-25 …

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13Mar 2024

KHELO INDIA: PERFECT PRESENT, BRIGHT FUTURE

Syllabus: GS PAPER-II : Welfare Schemes and the Performance of these Schemes. Why in the news? Khelo India Games concluded successfully, reflecting the government’s commitment to sports development and nurturing talent for future achievements. Source:indiatimes About Khelo India Programme : ●   Background: India has a youthful population, with 65% under 35 years old. To promote …

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13Mar 2024

INTRA-GROUP CASTE VARIANCES, EQUALITY AND THE COURT’S GAZE

Syllabus: GS 2: Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Focus: Soon, a seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court of India will deliver its judgment in State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh Source:- LAW INSIDER The Supreme Court of India is set to rule on State of Punjab vs …

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13Mar 2024

A NEW SENSE OF URBANISATION THAT IS DOMINATING

Syllabus: GS 3: Role of women and women’s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies. Focus: The old understanding that cities are considered to be centres of enlightenment, workplace, and habitat is being challenged, also bringing into focus the role Source:- The Hindu Inauguration of significant institutions …

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13Mar 2024

TWIN PEAKS : FROM GANDHI’S CHARKHA TO MODI’S CHIP

Syllabus: GS 3 : Growth and development , Indigenization of technology. Focus: Mahatma Gandhi’s charkha, a symbol of India’s struggle for political independence and self-reliance, laid the foundation for the swadeshi movement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent initiatives in semiconductor manufacturing mark a significant shift towards technological self-sufficiency, reflecting India’s evolution from handspun cloth to …

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13Mar 2024

PM MODI LAUNCHES F1,200 CRORE SABARMATI REDEVELOPMENT PLAN

Why in the news? PM Modi launches Sabarmati redevelopment plan, honouring Gandhi’s vision, coinciding with the 94th  Dandi March anniversary, emphasising heritage conservation. About Vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi emphasised Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, highlighting the importance of self-reliance. He linked the government’s initiatives, such as Make-in-India, to Gandhi’s principles, aiming to …

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13Mar 2024

SABARIMALA TEMPLE TO OPEN TODAY FOR ANNUAL FEST

Why in the news? Sabarimala temple opening for monthly pujas and annual festival, with rituals and ceremonies scheduled until March 24. source:indiatimes About Sabarimala Temple Opening: The Lord Ayyappa temple at Sabarimala will commence its five-day monthly pujas followed by the 10-day annual festival. Head priest P.N. Mahesh Namboothiri will open the temple alongside Tantri …

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13Mar 2024

TELANGANA TO ESTABLISH 100 STALLS FOR SHGS IN A MONTH

Why in the news? Telangana government plans to establish 100 stalls for Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs), aiming to empower women economically and socially. source: prep About Establishment of SHG Stalls: Telangana’s Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy, announced plans to set up 100 stalls for Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) near Shilparamam in Hyderabad. The initiative aims …

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13Mar 2024

HOW IS NUCLEAR WASTE GENERATED?

Why in the news? Nuclear waste management, including handling, storage, and disposal, raises concerns amid advancements in India’s nuclear power program. source:themirror About Nuclear Waste Generation: Nuclear waste is produced in fission reactors when atoms of certain elements are bombarded by neutrons, leading to the destabilisation and breakdown of nuclei. This process yields energy along …

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