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Google’s GenCast AI

Why in the News? Google DeepMind has unveiled its revolutionary GenCast AI model, designed to predict the weather more accurately and farther in advance than current forecasting tools. About GenCast: What is it? GenCast is an AI-based weather forecasting model developed by Google DeepMind. It uses machine learning techniques for more accurate and long-term predictions… Continue reading Google’s GenCast AI

On Kisan Diwas: Why terms of trade have improved more for farm workers than farmers

Why in the News? Crop prices have lagged behind the rising production costs, while agricultural wages have grown faster than inflation over the past two decades. What is ‘Terms of Trade’? Terms of Trade (ToT) refers to the relative prices of goods and services that a country exports compared to the prices of goods and… Continue reading On Kisan Diwas: Why terms of trade have improved more for farm workers than farmers

India, Kuwait lift ties to ‘strategic partnership’

Why in the News? During the first bilateral meeting, the leaders of India and Kuwait elevated their relationship to a “strategic partnership,” with trade and defense cooperation identified as the key pillars of their ties. What are the main areas of cooperation outlined in the new partnership? Defence: Enhanced collaboration in training, joint exercises, defence… Continue reading India, Kuwait lift ties to ‘strategic partnership’

In news: Panama Canal

Why in the News? US President-elect Donald Trump criticized Panama for charging excessively for US ships’ use of the Panama Canal and threatened a US takeover of the canal. About Panama Canal: Geographical Location: Located in Central America, connecting the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) to the Pacific Ocean. 80 km long, spanning across… Continue reading In news: Panama Canal

What are the new Interception Rules and Safeguards?

Why in the News? The Centre has introduced the Telecommunications (Lawful Interception of Messages) Rules, 2024, replacing Rule 419A of the Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951, allowing certain agencies to intercept phone messages under specific conditions. About the Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951 The Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951 are a set of regulations that govern the establishment,… Continue reading What are the new Interception Rules and Safeguards?

What is Starlink?

Why in the News? Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX, denied claims that militants in Manipur (India) were using his Starlink satellite internet technology after the Indian Army and police seized Starlink devices alongside weapons. Starlink’s involvement in Terrorism: The Indian Army shared photos showing weapons and what seemed to be Starlink devices seized in Manipur.… Continue reading What is Starlink?

The political crisis in South Korea

Why in the News? President Yoon Suk Yeol’s decision to declare martial law caused a nationwide crisis, leading to an impeachment and a long legal fight in South Korea’s Constitutional Court. What Led to President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Declaration of Martial Law? Political Frustration: Facing increasing opposition and a loss of support from the National… Continue reading The political crisis in South Korea

What are Hydrothermal Vents?

Why in the News? Indian oceanographers have captured the first-ever image of an active hydrothermal vent located 4,500 metres below the surface of the Indian Ocean. This discovery is part of India’s Deep Ocean Mission under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, with a total outlay of ₹4,000 crore. What are Hydrothermal Vents? Hydrothermal vents are… Continue reading What are Hydrothermal Vents?

What is Protected Area Regime (PAR)?

Why in the News? The Manipur government has announced that the Central government has re-imposed the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in Manipur, Mizoram, and Nagaland, all of which share borders with Myanmar. The reimposition of the PAR comes after 13 years of relaxation and is aimed at addressing security concerns, primarily the alleged illegal immigration… Continue reading What is Protected Area Regime (PAR)?

A Study of Budgets of 2024-25 (Fiscal Reforms by States) Report released by RBI

Why in the News? According to the RBI report on state finances, India’s fiscal deficit has increased from 2.8% of GDP in FY22 to a projected 3.2% in FY24, signaling that fiscal consolidation is being side-lined in favor of increasing expenditure. Capital expenditure (capex) has risen from 2.2% of GDP in FY23 to a budgeted… Continue reading A Study of Budgets of 2024-25 (Fiscal Reforms by States) Report released by RBI

Niti Aayog moots policy measures to develop workers’ accommodation around factories

Why in the News? NITI Aayog has proposed a set of policy interventions to enable the creation of mega workers’ accommodations near factories under its initiative called S.A.F.E (Site Adjacent Factory Employee) Accommodation-Worker Housing for Manufacturing Growth. About the S.A.F.E. (Site Adjacent Factory Employee) Initiative Overview S.A.F.E. initiative by NITI Aayog aims to provide affordable… Continue reading Niti Aayog moots policy measures to develop workers’ accommodation around factories

[20th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality check on Sri Lanka’s Tamil question

PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement. (UPSC CSE 2022) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have focused on ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka’ (in 2022), and ‘how domestic factors influence foreign policy… Continue reading [20th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality check on Sri Lanka’s Tamil question

Should legislatures in India have fixed tenures?

Why in the News? The 129th Constitution Amendment Bill, 2024, mandates fixed five-year Lok Sabha terms, aligning State Assembly elections, with mid-term polls serving only the remainder of the five-year tenure if dissolved. Do fixed legislative tenures promote better governance? Potential for Improved Stability: Fixed tenures can provide a stable political environment, reducing frequent electoral… Continue reading Should legislatures in India have fixed tenures?

IRIS² Program

Why in the News? The European Union has signed a contract for IRIS², a network of 290 satellites aimed at improving resilience, connectivity, and security. About IRIS²: Details IRIS² stands for Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnectivity, and Security by Satellite. It consists of a 290-satellite constellation, including 264 satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and 18… Continue reading IRIS² Program

Places in News: Kailash Mansarovar

Why in the News? India and China have agreed to resume the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. The pilgrimage has been suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and non-renewal of arrangements by China. India-China Talks on Border Management: Disengagement and De-escalation: Agreed to continue implementing the October 2024 disengagement agreements for safe patrolling and grazing in… Continue reading Places in News: Kailash Mansarovar

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