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Typhoon Yagi

Why in the News? India has launched Operation Sadbhav to provide humanitarian assistance to Southeast Asian countries affected by Typhoon Yagi, including Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar. Typhoon Yagi: Origin and Impact  Typhoon Yagi began as a tropical storm in the western Philippine Sea on September 1, 2024. Yagi, which means goat or the constellation of… Continue reading Typhoon Yagi

Jute Production in India

Why in the News? Jute production is expected to decline by 20% this financial year, as per the National Jute Board. Jute cultivation in West Bengal and Assam was severely affected by natural calamities, including floods, damaging crops in some areas. About National Jute Board (NJB) The NJB was established in 2008 under the National… Continue reading Jute Production in India

India raises Import Tax on Edible Oils

Why in the News? India has increased the basic import tax on crude and refined edible oils by 20% to protect domestic farmers suffering from low oilseed prices. The move could push up edible oil prices, reduce demand, and potentially lower imports of palm oil, soyoil, and sunflower oil. Edible Oil Scenario in India                                               India… Continue reading India raises Import Tax on Edible Oils

[16th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Democratic engagement with a digital plug-in

PYQ Relevance: Q Impact of digital technology as a reliable source of input for rational decision making is a debatable issue. Critically evaluate with suitable example. (UPSC CSE 2021) Q “The Indian party system is passing through a phase of transition which looks to be full of contradictions and paradoxes.” Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2016) Mentor’s… Continue reading [16th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Democratic engagement with a digital plug-in

[UPSC Openhouse] On How to Cover Current Affairs Without Newspapers for UPSC 2025? | Get a Strategy to Cover Current Affairs in 10 Hours a Week || Join on 18th Sept 2024, 6 PM

Register for the free masterclass on ‘Current Affairs For UPSC 2025’ on 18th Sept 2024 at 6 PM We’re excited to invite you to a masterclass that not only covers the ‘what‘ but also the ‘how‘ of mastering current affairs for 2025. Current Affairs has always been a challenging aspect for UPSC aspirants. With too… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] On How to Cover Current Affairs Without Newspapers for UPSC 2025? | Get a Strategy to Cover Current Affairs in 10 Hours a Week || Join on 18th Sept 2024, 6 PM

The shock of crumbling infrastructure and the solution

Why in the News? The recent collapse of under-construction bridges in Bihar highlights ongoing quality control challenges in India’s infrastructure sector, despite efforts like PM Gati Shakti and increased capital expenditure in 2024. Issues of Quality Control and Project Implementation in Infrastructure in India  Quality Control Deficiencies: There are significant gaps in the quality control… Continue reading The shock of crumbling infrastructure and the solution

Public comments on the PM-CJI puja meet are based on a 1997 document on judicial values

Why in the News? Concerns about Prime Minister Modi’s visit to CJI Chandrachud’s residence for the Ganapati puja stem from the 1997 ‘Restatement of Values of Judicial Life’ guidelines on judicial conduct. What does the ‘Restatement of values of judicial life’ state?   It is a 16-point code of conduct adopted by the Supreme Court of… Continue reading Public comments on the PM-CJI puja meet are based on a 1997 document on judicial values

[14th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Being ‘trans’ is being human

PYQ Relevance: Q National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India can be most effective when its tasks are adequately supported by other mechanisms that ensure the accountability of a government. In light of above observation assess the role of NHRC as an effective complement to the judiciary and other institutions in promoting and protecting human… Continue reading [14th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Being ‘trans’ is being human

[pib] Exercise AL NAJAH

Why in the News? The Indian Army contingent has departed to Salalah, Oman for the 5th edition of the India-Oman Joint Military Exercise AL NAJAH. T About Exercise AL NAJAH AL NAJAH has been conducted biennially since 2015, alternating between India and Oman. The last edition of the exercise was held at Mahajan, Rajasthan. Aim:… Continue reading [pib] Exercise AL NAJAH

What is OpenAI o1?

Why in the News? OpenAI has introduced OpenAI o1, the first in a series of advanced AI models under its ‘Project Strawberry’ initiative. This new model is designed for tackling more complex tasks in science, coding, and maths. About OpenAI o1  This model has been built to approach problems like humans, carefully considering various angles… Continue reading What is OpenAI o1?

[13th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’

PYQ Relevance: Q ‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of ‘Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions.(UPSC IAS/2021) Q Do you think that Constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the… Continue reading [13th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’

The Great Stupa of Sanchi

Why in the News? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited the replica of the East Gate of Sanchi’s Great Stupa in Berlin. About the Great Stupa of Sanchi Details Establishment Commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Purpose Built to enshrine the relics of Buddha and symbolise the Buddhist… Continue reading The Great Stupa of Sanchi

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