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Why in the news? Israel conducted a ground incursion into Lebanon against Hezbollah, resulting in the deaths of eight Israeli soldiers. The Israeli military reported seven soldiers killed in two separate Hezbollah attacks, along with another soldier who died earlier. Escalation of Strikes in Gaza: Israeli operations in Gaza have killed at least 51 people, …
Read MoreThe Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced six measures to strengthen the equity index derivatives framework. The F&O segment has experienced a significant increase in trading volumes. Many investors in the F&O market are incurring losses. The heightened activity in the derivatives market raises concerns for the government and regulators, as: Rising …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Uttar Pradesh government issued orders requiring food establishments to display names and addresses of operators, proprietors, and key personnel. Similar directives were passed earlier in UP and Uttarakhand but were stayed by the Supreme Court in July 2023. Himachal Pradesh briefly considered similar rules but later distanced itself from them. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Women Dhakis at Durga Puja: Traditionally, playing the dhak (drums) at Durga Puja was a male-dominated art form, but women are now entering the profession. Mohila Dhaki Babadhamraj Sampradaya: A troupe of 10 female dhakis from Katwa, Purba Bardhaman district, North Bengal, challenging societal norms. Attire: White and blue saris paired …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology: Development and its Application Awareness in the field of IT, Biotechnology, Nano-Technology etc. Why in the News? Scientists at Purdue University have levitated and spun fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs) at ultra-fast speeds, revealing new insights into quantum physics and potentially revolutionizing their industrial and research applications, especially as sensors Quantum …
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