1. Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system successfully flight-tested by DRDO off the Odisha coast Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Significant for UPSC: Demonstrates advancements in defense technology and implications for maritime security, aligning with national security priorities. Context: ● The news reports the successful flight test of the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART)…
1. The trade push Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Effects of liberalisation on the economy This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains as the article discusses global trade trends, including factors affecting trade volumes and export earnings. Context: The article aims to explain the recent trends and challenges in global trade, with…
1. The wrong way to fight inequality Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Development and management of social sector/services. Understanding income and wealth inequality in India is crucial for UPSC aspirants to grasp socioeconomic challenges and policy implications. Context: ● The article discusses research by economists, including Thomas Piketty, on income and wealth inequality in…
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1. Make EPI an ‘Essential Programme on Immunisation’ Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health, GS2 – Governance – Government Policies The topic highlights the evolution, achievements, and challenges of immunization programs, crucial for public health governance and policy. Context: ● The article discusses the significant milestones in global and Indian immunization programs, challenges faced,…
1. Combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increases by 5.2 per cent (provisional) in March, 2024 as compared to March, 2023. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Understanding the performance of core industries is crucial for assessing India’s economic growth and industrial development for UPSC. Context: ● The news reports on the performance of India’s…
1. Microbes, not fossil fuels, produced most new methane: study (Source – The Hindu, Section – Science, Page – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation GS3 – Science and Technology Understanding methane emissions’ sources and impacts is vital for environmental policy formulation and addressing climate change in UPSC exams. Context: ● …
1. The new productive force Topic: GS2 – International Relations This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains as the analysis of China’s technological ambitions, the US response, and global technological coalitions sheds light on contemporary international relations dynamics. Context: The discourse surrounding technology policy is often considered esoteric in India’s current political landscape….
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Daily Current Affairs 30-April -2024- Top News of the Day 1. NCW says ‘no information’ on the political affiliation of its Chairperson, Members (Source – The Hindu, Section – News, Page – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Statutory bodies UPSC candidates need awareness on NCW’s neutrality, transparency, and accountability concerning political affiliations for…