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19 November 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. 56th Tiger Reserve of the country notified in Chhattisgarh (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2074302&reg=3&lang=1 ) Context The Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh has been officially notified as the 56th tiger reserve in India, spanning 2,829 sq.kms. This makes it the third largest tiger reserve, bolstering tiger conservation efforts in the region. Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla…

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19 November 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Neighbourhood first, in practice  (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article criticizes India’s muscle-flexing foreign policy in South Asia, advocating for a more cooperative, respectful, and neighborly approach to foster regional stability and goodwill. About South Asia India’s “National Interest” in the Neighborhood The…

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19 November 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. Manipur as a case for imposing Article 356 (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The continuing ethnic violence in Manipur since May 2023, marked by loss of lives, displacement, and destruction, reflects a constitutional breakdown. Despite Supreme Court intervention and Union government efforts…

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19 November 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

1. Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: A Bold Step Toward Phasing Out Fossil Fuels for a Sustainable Future (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment GS2 – International Relations Context: The proposal for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT) seeks to address the climate crisis by drawing parallels between the existential threats…

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India, Bangladesh have maintained relations despite changes, says High Commissioner

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relation – Bilateral Relations Context ● India and Bangladesh continue to strengthen their bilateral relations despite political upheavals in Bangladesh, including the recent removal of the Prime Minister. ● Ongoing cooperation in trade, energy, and counter-terrorism remains crucial, but concerns…

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New infectious diseases among bees threaten world’s economies

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context ● Insect pollinators are vital for global agricultural productivity, with over 75% of crops depending on them. ● However, threats like habitat loss, climate change, and emerging diseases are endangering both managed and wild pollinators, especially in regions like…

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18 November 2024 : Daily Answer Writing

Q1) 5G technology is a breakthrough that finds applications across diverse sectors. Elaborate. How is 5G technology different from its predecessor? Also, list the various challenges associated with its effective rollout. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS 5G is referred to the next generation wireless cellular technology that is envisaged to provide faster communication with ultra-low latency….