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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?

From DAF Mastery to Interview Day Success: Civilsdaily’s Elevate Program is Your Ultimate Guide to Cracking UPSC CSE/IAS 2024

Sign up for a 1:1 DAF Discussion session today! Click on the button above to register and schedule a FREE mentorship call for UPSC Interviews 2024. Our team will reach out to you for 1:1 DAF discussion. If the form gives you any trouble, WhatsApp us on https://wa.aisensy.com/DHtdNi Congratulations to all UPSC CSE 2024 aspirants who have cleared… Continue reading From DAF Mastery to Interview Day Success: Civilsdaily’s Elevate Program is Your Ultimate Guide to Cracking UPSC CSE/IAS 2024

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

[21st December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: It is for historians to dig for tell-tale remains, not bigots

PYQ Relevance: Q) Are tolerance, assimilation and pluralism the key elements in the making of an Indian form of secularism? Justify your answer. (UPSC CSE 2022) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have previously focused on the ‘Indian concept of secularism’ (2018) as well as the ‘tolerance, assimilation and pluralism’ of India (in 2022). Archaeologists typically dig… Continue reading [21st December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: It is for historians to dig for tell-tale remains, not bigots

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

Droughts

Broadly drought is perceived as a sharply felt water deficit caused by variations in the natural hydro-meteorological factors, agro-ecological conditions, and moisture requirements of crops under prevailing cropping choices (systems, patterns). Nodal Ministry: Min. of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MAFW) Types of Droughts: Criteria To Declare: The National Commission on Agriculture in India defines three… Continue reading Droughts

Wave Action

Wave Action: Physical processes and movements associated with the propagation of waves in a fluid medium, such as water or air. It influences coastal erosion, weather patterns, and the design of structures like bridges and offshore platforms. States Prone: Nodal Ministry: Min. of Earth Sciences (MOES) Types: Criteria to Declare: It typically doesn’t follow specific… Continue reading Wave Action

[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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