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Why in the news? METHANESAT, a satellite launched by the Environmental Defense Fund, aims to track methane emissions globally. It addresses challenges in emission monitoring and provides real-time data for informed decision-making. source:extremetech About MethaneSAT: Developed by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), MethaneSAT is a satellite aimed at global methane emissions monitoring. It orbits the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Maldives signs military pact with China, opting for free military assistance, as India withdraws troops amid diplomatic shifts. About Maldives-China Defense Pact: Maldives signed a military pact with China for free military assistance. Defence Minister Mohamed Maumoon and China’s Major General Zhang Baoqun signed the agreement. Aims to strengthen bilateral ties …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Maharashtra Assembly passed a 10% reservation Bill for Marathas in education and government jobs, facing scrutiny for judicial compliance. Key Features of the Bill: Bill does not affect the existing OBC quota; non-Kunbi Marathas are eligible under the new law. Based on a report by Justice (retired) Sunil B Shukre-led commission, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The NSSO released the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2022-23, providing insights into spending patterns and economic trends in India. Highlights of Recent Household Consumption Expenditure Survey: Poverty Reduction: Recent survey indicates a 5% poverty rate, as per NITI Aayog’s assessment. Findings from the previous survey (2017-18) were not released due to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Gender disparity in Indian green jobs due to societal norms, advocating for inclusive strategies to address the imbalance. source:springer About Gender Disparity in Green Jobs: Transition to low-carbon development in India could create 35 million green jobs by 2047. However, women are underrepresented, especially in sectors like manufacturing, construction, and renewable …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Commissioning of INS Jatayu marks a milestone in strengthening Indian Navy’s presence in Lakshadweep, crucial for regional security. source:themirror Highlighting the Importance of Lakshadweep Islands: Lakshadweep, an archipelago of 36 islands, lies strategically in the Indian Ocean, crucial for India’s maritime security. Location straddles important Sea Lines of Communications (SLOCs), making …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Why in the News? The growth rate of 4% of India’s GDP in the October-December quarter of the 2023-24 fiscal year has been widely celebrated by the country’s leaders. It …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Parliament and State legislatures—structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Why in the News? Despite the 73rd and 74th Constitutional amendments, India’s local governments remain weak. They function more as extensions of state governments rather than independent tiers of government. To fulfill the promise …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Indian Constitution : Significant Provisions Parliament and State Legislatures : Privileges and Issues Arising out of these. Why in the News? The recent Supreme Court rulings on parliamentary privileges and the JMM bribery case mark significant milestones in India’s quest to uphold integrity and accountability in its legislative processes. They tackle longstanding …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Nepal’s PM reshuffles Cabinet, forms new alliance with CPN-UML after ending partnership with Nepali Congress. source:slideserve About New Alliance Formation: Nepal’s Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda reshuffled the Cabinet. The move came after ending a 15-month alliance with the Nepali Congress due to leadership differences. Prachanda formed a new alliance …
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