WHO Declares Ebola Global Emergency General Studies Paper II: Disease, International Organisations Why in News? Recently, the World Health Organization declared Ebola outbreaks in Congo and Uganda a global emergency after rising deaths. Ebola Virus Outbreak Origin: The current outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, first identified in Uganda […]
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11th-Century Chola Copper Plates General Studies Paper I: Indian Heritage Sites, Indian Architecture, Cultural Diplomacy Why in News? Recently, the Netherlands repatriated 11th-Century Chola Copper Plates to India during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, highlighting cultural restitution. Highlights of 11th-Century Chola Copper Plates Historical Identity: The 11th-Century Chola Copper Plates, popularly called the Leiden Plates,
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Andhra Pradesh Population Policy General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Population and Associated Issues Why in News? Recently, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Government announced a new population policy offering ₹30,000 and ₹40,000 for third and fourth children respectively. Highlights of Andhra Pradesh Population Policy Comprehensive Approach: The policy revolves around a holistic, five-stage
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India First Satellite-Tagged Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle General Studies Paper III: Environment & Conservation Why in News? Recently, the government released India’s first satellite-tagged Ganges soft-shell turtle in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam. About Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle Classification: It belongs to the family Trionychidae, a distinct group of reptiles recognized globally for their
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MP HC Declares Bhojshala Complex A Temple General Studies Paper I: Indian Heritage Sites, Indian Architecture Why in News? Recently, the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi, relying on scientific survey data. What is Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque Complex? Location: The Bhojshala Temple–Kamal
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RBI Expected To Pay Record Dividend General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Mobilization of Resources Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India is expected to transfer a record dividend exceeding last year’s ₹2.69 lakh crore payout, strengthening India’s fiscal position through higher surplus reserves. RBI’s Dividend Transfer Mechanism About: The RBI Dividend
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India Raises Petrol-Diesel Prices General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Mobilization of Resources Why in News? Recently, India increased petrol and diesel prices by nearly ₹3 per litre after four years, driven by surging global crude oil prices. Reasons Behind India’s Petrol-Diesel Price Hike Global Crude Shock: The escalation of the US-Israel-Iran conflict
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Justice Sharma To Initiate Contempt Action Over Defamatory Content General Studies Paper II: Judiciary, Indian Constitution Why in News? Recently, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma announced contempt proceedings over allegedly “defamatory” and “vilifying” online content linked to the Delhi excise policy case. Understand Justice Sharma’s Contempt Action Over Defamatory Content Announcement: Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of
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Arunachal Approves Stricter Inner Line Permit Rules General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Centre-State Relations Why in News? Recently, the Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approved stricter Inner Line Permit (ILP) rules to curb illegal immigration and forgery. What is Inner Line Permit (ILP) System? About: The Inner Line Permit (ILP) is an official travel
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Kevin Warsh to Become Next US Federal Reserve Chair General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the US Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, succeeding Jerome Powell amid rising inflation. Who is Kevin Warsh? Early Life: Kevin Warsh
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