Source: DTE Subject: Species in News Context: The Kashmir markhor, India’s rarest wild goat, is facing local extinction, with only 200–300 individuals left, mostly confined to the Kazinag range of Jammu & Kashmir. About Kashmir Markhor: What it is? The Kashmir markhor is a large, cliff-dwelling wild goat and a subspecies of the markhor (Capra …
Source: NIE Subject: Defence Context: Security forces detected suspicious drone activity near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district, leading to the recovery of a 2-kg IED, ammunition, and narcotics. About Line of Control (LoC): What it is? The Line of Control (LoC) is the de facto military boundary dividing the former princely state …
Context: Operation Akhal, a joint anti-terror operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, entered its third day, with at least one terrorist killed amid continued firefight by Indian security forces. About Operation Akhal: What it is? A high-intensity counter-terrorism operation launched in the Akhal Khulsan forest area of Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir. Launched by: …
Syllabus: Security Source: IE Context: Following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists, the focus has shifted to strengthening India’s counter-infiltration grid along the Pakistan border. About Cross-Border Infiltration: Cross-border infiltration refers to unauthorized movement of armed militants across international borders to carry out terror activities. Region Affected: Primarily impacts Jammu & Kashmir, particularly …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 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. …
Source: Greater Kashmir Context: Efforts are urgently needed to protect the habitat of the endangered Markhor, the world’s largest wild goat, to support and increase its population in Jammu and Kashmir. About Markhor: Scientific name: Capra falconeri The UN General Assembly proclaimed 24 May the International Day of the Markhor, and it is celebrated for …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Constitutional provisions Source: IE, IE Context: The article is in continuation of yesterday’s article (Constitutional Challenge to the 2019 Abrogation of Article 370) Positive changes in the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir after the removal of Article 370: Negative changes in the security situation in Jammu and …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Constitutional provisions Source: IE Context: The Supreme Court began hearings on the constitutional challenge to the 2019 abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. What is Article 370? Article 370 was a provision in the Indian Constitution that granted special autonomy and privileges to …
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Source: TH Context: A study conducted by the Central Institute of Fisheries Education highlighted the detrimental impact of pollution on native fish species and breeding grounds in Dal Lake since 2007-08. The study attributes the pollution to factors such as increased alkalinity, elevated pH levels, rising chloride content, reduced inflow of water and human …
Mapping Source: DTE Context: A recent study by researchers from the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has revealed an alarming level of microplastics in the Jhelum River in Kashmir, mainly attributed to unscientific municipal solid waste disposal sites. Microplastics, measuring less than 5 millimetres, are particularly problematic as they can be ingested by riverine …
Mapping Source: PIB Context: Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar region is set to become a major power hub in North India, generating approximately 6,000 MW of power upon completion of ongoing power projects. Names of the various upcoming hydroelectric project are: Pakal Dul (1,000 MW); Kiru Hydroelectric project (624 MW); Kwar Hydroelectric project, Kirthai II …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Central Government of India has introduced the Minimum Import Price (MIP) for apples in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to protect the domestic industry from unfair competition and predatory pricing. What is MIP? MIP is a temporary measure implemented by a government to protect domestic industries from …
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 their …
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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 their …
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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 in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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GS Paper 3 Source: The Hindu Context: The abrogation of special status under articles 35A and 370 for Jammu and Kashmir was followed by various initiatives to initiate land reforms and modernization in the erstwhile state. Toughening the stand on newly introduced land rules that have ended leaseholders’ rights for extension in the Union …
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