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[Mission 2024] Current Affairs Quiz , 11 September 2023

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EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : An unforgettable presidency

    Source: Indian Express   Prelims: Current events of international importance, G20, Global south, Inflation etc. Mains GS Paper II & III: Bilateral, regional and global grouping and agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests.   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The Presidency of the G20 has given India the weight and influence that India has rarely …

Sansad TV: Perspective- Blockchain Technology

    Introduction: Blockchain is an innovative distributed ledger technology which was first introduced in the design and development of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin in 2009. Any tangible or intangible asset of value can be represented and tracked on a Blockchain network which brings transparency, increases processing speed and reduces cost. Globally and nationally, various efforts are …

[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 11 September 2023

  InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to …

Timor-Leste

Mapping    Source: ET  India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the opening of an Indian embassy in Dili, the capital city of Timor-Leste, during the 20th ASEAN-India Summit in Jakarta.    Timor-Leste is a Southeast Asian nation occupying half the island of Timor and is ringed by coral reefs teeming with marine life. It …

Varuna-23

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The 21st edition of the India-France bilateral naval exercise ‘Varuna-23’ took place in the Arabian Sea. This exercise involved guided missile frigates, a tanker, Maritime Patrol Aircraft, and helicopters from both the Indian and French Navies. His exercise has a long history, dating back to 1993, and …

Nuclear-armed submarine

Facts for Prelims (FFP)    Source: The Economic Times  Context: North Korea has introduced its first operational “tactical nuclear attack submarine,” known as Submarine No. 841, which has been assigned to patrol the waters between the Korean peninsula and Japan. This submarine, named Hero Kim Kun Ok, is deemed a key component of North Korea’s …

White sambar deer

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Deccan Herald  Context: Researchers have made a rare discovery of a “white” sambar deer with a condition called leucism, resulting in white or pale skin, in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka, India. Leucism is a genetic condition that affects the pigmentation of an animal’s skin, feathers, scales, or …

Fujianvenator

Facts for Prelims (FFP)    Source: WION  Context: Scientists in China have uncovered fossils of a peculiar, bird-like dinosaur named Fujianvenator prodigiosus, which lived around 148 to 150 million years ago in southeast China. This dinosaur had long legs and arms resembling wings, with an unusual anatomy suggesting it may have been a fast runner …

Mandatory Hallmarking

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The third phase of mandatory hallmarking in India, starting from September 8, 2023, will include an additional 55 districts, bringing the total number of districts covered under this system to 343. What is Hallmarking? Hallmarking is like a quality stamp for jewellery and precious metal items. It …

Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) for fintech entities

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE  Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed the establishment of a Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) for fintech entities.   What are fintech entities? Fintech entities are financial technology companies that leverage technology to provide innovative financial services and solutions. They often operate in areas such as digital …

Crude Oil benchmark

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Reuters  Context: Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) futures fell due to a stronger dollar.

World food price index

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: The Print  Context: The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported that the world food price index fell to a new two-year low recently. This decline reversed a previous month’s rebound, with most food commodities experiencing decreases, although rice and sugar prices   FPI, released by the Food …

Coco Gauff

Content for Mains Enrichment   Source: BBC Coco Gauff, a rising tennis star, fulfilled her potential by winning the recent US Open title. At just 19 years old, she became the fourth American teenager to achieve this feat. Throughout her short career, Coco Gauff has demonstrated several ethical values through her actions and words: Honesty: …

Management of electronic waste (e-waste) in India

GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Environment Conservation   Source: Th  Context: The Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) released a report on ‘Pathways to Circular Economy in Indian Electronics Sector’ in collaboration with NITI Aayog, aiming to explore opportunities for managing electronic waste (e-waste) more effectively.   What is E-waste? E-waste refers to all items of …

African Union in G20

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: International Relations: Multilateral Organizations   Source: IE   Context: The African Union (AU) became a new permanent member of the G20 during the 18th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit in New Delhi, just three months after India proposed its inclusion.   About AU:   To know about detailed India-Africa …

Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The gender snapshot 2023

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions/ Social Justice   Source: UN Women   Context: The latest UN report titled “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The gender snapshot 2023” reveals that despite global efforts, the world is failing to achieve gender equality.   What is Gender Equality? Gender equality refers to the equal …