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23 November 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

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1. CULMINATION OF PAN-INDIA COASTAL DEFENCE EXERCISE – ‘SEA VIGIL 24’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2076147&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context Sea Vigil 24, a Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise, demonstrated India’s dedication to maritime security through multi-agency participation and community engagement. It highlighted enhanced coordination, asset deployment, and grassroots awareness to strengthen India’s Coastal Defence…

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23 November 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

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1. Zone of Containment     (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article highlights the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), global and national efforts to combat it, and the need for sustained actions, governance, and investments to address the…

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23 November 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

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1. Understanding the changing face of extremist violence (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context   extends to India’s experience with both left-wing and right-wing extremist movements. Introduction: Conflicts Eclipsing Other Forms of Violence The RAND Study and Its Relevance Post-Independence Extremism in India  Rise…

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23 November 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

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1. A lake ecosystem gasping for breath (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context Ashtamudi Lake, a Ramsar site in Kerala, faces severe pollution from untreated sewage, plastic waste, and sedimentation. This has led to biodiversity loss, algal blooms, and declining…

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‘Global consensus must to face challenges in using AI for governance’

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(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS2 –  International Relations Context ● The AI Summit 2024 highlighted the critical role of Artificial Intelligence in governance, addressing challenges like copyright, data protection, and ethical concerns. ● Experts discussed AI applications in healthcare and wildlife conservation, stressing the…

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Is Delhi becoming an uninhabitable city?

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(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context ● Delhi’s air pollution is becoming a severe health crisis, with the city experiencing consistently poor air quality, especially in winter. ● While stubble burning is often blamed, internal sources like vehicular emissions contribute…

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Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty Launched at G20 Summit: Aimed at Eradicating Hunger and Poverty by 2030

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(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The article discusses the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit, highlighting its mission to eliminate global hunger and poverty by 2030 through coordinated international efforts.  Analysis of News:    Launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger…

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22 November 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

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1. Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches VISION Portal, for nurturing skill development in underprivileged children (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2075532&reg=3&lang=1 ) Context The VISION initiative aims to democratise startup skills and innovation opportunities for underprivileged youth across India, fostering education and entrepreneurship. It aligns with India’s broader goals of technological leadership and inclusive economic growth under Vision India…