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Pulsars (PSR) About: Pulsars are rapidly rotating neutron stars emitting intense beams of radiation. Formed from collapsed star cores, their periodic signals, resembling lighthouse beams, result from charged particles’ acceleration along magnetic fields. Pulsars offer unique insights into stellar remnants and extreme physical conditions. Discovery (1967): Found during radio wave study at the University of …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Chief Justice Chandrachud questions if establishing a minority institution depends on state recognition. Court queries whether specific laws automatically negate minority status, citing the 1967 AMU case. The inquiry stems from a reference regarding the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) under Article 30 of the Constitution. About Minority Educational …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Why in News: Indian Navy deployed the guided missile destroyers, INS Mormugao, INS Kochi and INS Kolkata in the broader region. Source- The Hindu India’s pivot from continental to maritime strategy marks a significant shift, seeking liberation from the …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1 Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism. Why in News: Former Chief Minister of Bihar Karpoori Thakur was conferred the nation’s highest honour, Bharat Ratna, posthumously by the President. Source- India.com Karpoori Thakur, often referred to as the ‘Jan Nayak’ or People’s Leader, was an iconic figure in Indian politics, known for his …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Why in the News? Appraisal upcoming for the semiconductor Design-Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme. Only seven start-ups have been approved since its announcement, significantly below the targeted support for 100 start-ups over a five-year …
Read More@newsonair- AgriGoI News For the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, more than 1500 farmers have been invited by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare; These farmers benefit from a number of central government programs, including the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana; The farmers will also …
Read More@newsonair – AIR PICS News In New Delhi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will launch the year-long national campaign Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman to mark the 75th anniversary of India’s independence. About the Campaign According to the Ministry of Law and Justice, the campaign’s objectives are to celebrate the common values that unite the country and …
Read More@newsonair – FILE PICS News Sweden’s application to join NATO is approved by the Turkish parliament, removing the largest obstacle to the Western military alliance’s expansion after a 20-month wait. The majority-ruling alliance of President Tayyip Erdogan in Turkey’s general assembly decided 287–55 to accept Sweden’s 2022 application. NOTE: All NATO members must approve applications …
Read MoreSyllabus : GS 2 :Federalism & Representation of People’s Act Focus: In September 2023, the Union Government established a High-Level Committee on “One Nation, One Election” under the leadership of former President Ramnath Kovind. This initiative, aimed at synchronizing elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, has sparked considerable debate. As this could …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Punjab challenges the Centre’s extension of BSF jurisdiction from 15 km to 50 km from the India-Pakistan border. (Boarder Source: UGI) About the Issue: Both Punjab and West Bengal oppose the notification, alleging an encroachment on their respective legislative domains. The court aims to determine if the Centre’s action infringes upon …
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