Current Affairs 28 November 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Questions Accuracy of Satellite Data on Farm Fires Context: The Supreme Court of India has recently raised concerns about the discrepancies in satellite data concerning farm fires, provided by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). This data is essential for monitoring air quality in regions such as Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, […]
PIB Summaries 28 November 2024
CONTENTS India Boosts Innovation with Enhanced Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 Context: The Union Cabinet has endorsed the continuation and expansion of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), operated under the auspices of NITI Aayog, with a significantly increased budget of Rs. 2,750 crore. This funding is set to support the newly launched AIM 2.0, which aims […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 November 2024
Contents: Ban this carcinogenic ‘heart-burn’ drug Relevance : GS 2 (Health , Governance ) Practice Question: Discuss the regulatory challenges in India regarding drug safety, with reference to the Ranitidine carcinogenic drug.How to ensure better drug safety (250 Words ) GSK’s $2.2 Billion Settlement Findings by Valisure Global Regulatory Response India’s Inaction Key Concerns Regulatory […]
Static Quiz 28 November 2024 (History)
Current Affairs Quiz 27 November 2024
About The Samos Island
Context: A migrant boat recently sank off the Greek island of Samos, resulting in the deaths of eight people, including six children. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Samos Island Natural and Cultural Highlights Historical Significance Samos Island’s Role in Greek Heritage -Source: The Hindu
About The Gelephu Mindfulness City
Context: Pitching the upcoming Gelephu Mindfulness City as the biggest “co-operative project” in Bhutan, the Bhutanese Prime Minister recently said that he was grateful for India’s support on the 2,500 sq.km. “Zero Carbon” city being developed. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC): Strategic Vision and Benefits: Key Features of GMC: Strategic Impact and […]
About The Raja Raja Chola I
Context: The birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I is celebrated every year during the Sadhaya Vizha in Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu Relevance: GS I: History Raja Raja Chola I Military Achievements and Expansion Cultural and Administrative Contributions Titles and Honors -Source: The Hindu
One Nation One Subscription Scheme
Context: The One Nation One Subscription Scheme has been approved by the cabinet, with an allocated budget of Rs. 6,000 Crore for the year 2025-27. The scheme will provide seamless access to high-impact scholarly articles and journals for students, researchers and faculty members across government managed higher education and R&D institutions. The initiative has been launched in […]
16th Anniversary of 26/11 Attacks
Context: On 26th November 2008, Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based terror group, carried out attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Nariman House, Oberoi Trident, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Station in Mumbai. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Indian Security Vulnerabilities Exposed by 26/11 Attacks Security Enhancements Post 26/11 Attacks Continuing Gaps […]