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IAF C-130Jmakes maiden night landing in Kargil

IAF C-130Jmakes maiden night landing in Kargil

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Security Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate. Context: The Indian Air Force’s C-130J aircraft achieved a significant milestone with its successful night landing at the strategically vital Kargil airstrip in Ladakh. Synopsis: This airstrip, positioned at an elevation of 9,700 feet, holds crucial strategic importance between Dras and Batalik, […]

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29,273 bogus firms, GST evasion of Rs 44,015 crore detected since May’ 23

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Economy & Development Topic:  Government Budgeting Issue: GST Evasion. Context: GST authorities expose 29,273 bogus firms, evading Rs 44,015 crore since May ’23; Maharashtra and Delhi top the list. Synopsis: 29,273 bogus firms uncovered for GST evasion of Rs 44,015 crore since May ’23. Maharashtra tops with 926 bogus firms evading Rs

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No local body representatives in J&K from January 9; no Assembly since 2018

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Syllabus: GS-II Subject: Governance Topic: Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels. Issue: Local Body Elections. Context: As of January 9, 2024, Jammu and Kashmir will lack local body representatives, with the five-year term of nearly 30,000 panches and sarpanches coming to an end. Top of Form Synopsis: Almost 30,000 Panches and Sarpanches

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In infra boost, Gadkari unveils greenfield corridor project for Kerala

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Economic development Topic: Infrastructure Development. Issue: Infrastructure Development. Context: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces greenfield corridor and inaugurates national highway projects in Kerala, emphasizing improved connectivity, reduced travel time, and positive impacts on tourism and economic growth. Synopsis: Key feature: The 121-km NH 966 Kozhikode-Palakkad project at an estimated cost of ₹10,371

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India’s GDP is estimated to grow by 7.3%, says NSO

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Indian Economy Topic: Issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Context: India’s real GDP growth in 2023-24 is estimated at 7.3%, compared to 7.2% a year ago, as per the National Statistical Office (NSO). Highlights: Estimates pegs nominal GDP growth at 8.9% compared to the 10.5% Budget estimate. Possibility of

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Maldives President Muizzu to meet Xi in China next week.

Maldives President Muizzu to meet Xi in China next week.

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Syllabus: GS-II Subject: International Relations Topic: India & Its Neighbourhood Policy Issue: Shifting Foreign Policy Of Maldives. Context: New Maldives President Muizzu’s China visit raises concerns for India due to shifting foreign policy, military withdrawal, and closer China ties. Synopsis: Maldives Foreign Policy Implications for India: The decision by President Muizzu to visit China before

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ISRO tests fuel cell to potentially power space missions

ISRO tests fuel cell to potentially power space missions

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Science & Technology Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology Issue: ISRO’s Fuel Cell Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a milestone by testing a fuel cell in space, utilizing hydrogen and oxygen to generate 180W of power. Synopsis: The fuel cell, sent aboard the fourth stage of

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Cabinet clears PRITHVI initiative for ease of research in earth sciences

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Syllabus: GS-III Subject: Science &Technology Topic: Functioning of the Executive —Ministries and Departments of the Government. Issue: Merging of Schemes. Context: The PRITHVI initiative, approved by the Union Cabinet in India, allocates Rs. 4,797 crores over five years for holistic earth sciences research, fostering international collaboration and disaster prediction capabilities. Top of FormSynopsis: The “PRITHvi

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Maharashtra Cabinet Gives Nod To OPS Benefit For 26,000 Employees Who Joined Service After Nov 2005

Maharashtra Cabinet Gives Nod To OPS Benefit For 26,000 Employees Who Joined Service After Nov 2005

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Syllabus: GS-II Subject: Governance Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections. Issue: Pension Scheme. Context: Maharashtra cabinet approves one-time option for state govt employees joining after Nov 2005 to opt for Old Pension Scheme (OPS). Synopsis: Move addresses a long-standing demand but has a limited scope, benefiting a specific group of employees. Decision follows protests by

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India, Nepal sign power pact, MoU in renewable energy

India, Nepal sign power pact, MoU in renewable energy

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Syllabus: GS-II Subject: International Relations Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. Issue: India-Nepal Joint Commission meeting. Context: External Affairs Minister co-chaired the seventh India-Nepal joint commission meeting in Kathmandu. Synopsis: Key Agreements: India will import 10,000 MW of electricity from Nepal over the next decade. Agreements on cooperation in renewable energy development. Virtually inaugurated three

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