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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…

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22 November 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

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1. Leaner, faster, fairer       (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary Context: The article highlights the urgent need for administrative reforms in India’s judiciary to address case backlogs and inefficiencies, emphasizing innovative solutions like performance monitoring and leveraging retired professionals. Why do we need Judicial Reforms? The…

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22 November 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

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1. India needs an environmental health regulatory agency (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Environment Context India, facing rising greenhouse gas emissions and severe pollution-induced health risks, is advocating for ambitious climate financing at COP 29. The article emphasises the need for a centralised…

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22 November 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

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1. Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty Launched at G20 Summit: Aimed at Eradicating Hunger and Poverty by 2030 (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…

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21 November 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

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1. Centre committed to efficient and transparent Public Distribution System (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2074977&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Government of India has revolutionised the Public Distribution System (PDS) by integrating digitization and Aadhaar-seeding, ensuring transparency and rightful targeting for 80.6 crore NFSA beneficiaries. like e-PoS devices and the One Nation One Ration Card…

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21 November 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

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1. Free market needs free speech    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: SEBI’s proposal to regulate digital platforms disseminating securities-related information raises concerns about free speech, jurisdictional overreach, and the balance of regulatory powers. SEBI’s Proposal and Its Implications Impact on Price Discovery in Securities Markets One…

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21 November 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

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1. The long fight for accessibility, dignity in Indian prisons (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance,  GS2 –  Social Justice Context The article highlights the plight of disabled prisoners in India, exemplified by Prof. G.N. Saibaba’s ordeal, underscoring systemic neglect and inaccessible prison infrastructure. Despite legal…

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21 November 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

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1. Climate change is the biggest disruptor in aquaculture: FAO (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 –  Environment – Climate change Context The FAO has highlighted the challenges posed by climate change to India’s aquaculture and fishing sectors, emphasising reduced ocean productivity and shifting fish compositions. It urged…