UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 November 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

Gelephu Mindfulness City

Source:  TH Context: Bhutan’s PM Tshering Tobgay highlighted the Gelephu Mindfulness City as a major “Zero Carbon” project, thanking India for supporting its development as a sustainable, cooperative initiative. About Gelephu Mindfulness City: Vision: To create a sustainable, zero-carbon city promoting harmony, sustainability, and Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness philosophy. Origin: Envisioned by King Jigme Khesar …

Land Port Darranga

Source: ANI News Context: The Immigration Check Post (ICP) at Land Port Darranga in Assam’s Tamulpur district, located just 700 meters from the Indo-Bhutan border, is set to be inaugurated. About Darranga Check Post: Location: Positioned near the Indo-Bhutan border, only 700 meters from Bhutan, in Assam’s Tamulpur district. Facilities: Spans 14.5 acres with advanced …

Insights into Editorial: Bridging the bay in quest of a stronger BIMSTEC

    Context: Sri Lanka is gearing up to host the Fifth Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit, now in its silver jubilee year (the summit is being held in virtual/hybrid mode on March 30, and Sri Lanka is the current BIMSTEC chair). This special occasion makes it imperative …