Current Affairs Quiz 12th April 2024
What is AUKUS Alliance?
Context: The AUKUS alliance, comprising Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, is set to enter discussions for expanding its membership. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is AUKUS? Benefits of Nuclear Submarines for Australia: -Source: Live Mint
About the Fiscal Monitor Report
Context: Recently, in its Fiscal Monitor the International Monetary Fund said industrial policy initiatives pursued by the United States, Europe and other countries to steer innovation in certain sectors were no panacea to boost economic growth. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About the Fiscal Monitor Report Overview Key Facts about the International […]
About The Invasive Alien Species
Context: In a bid to manage the teeming population of invasive chital (spotted deer) in Ross Island the Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration recently sought help from the Wildlife Institute of India. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Invasive Alien Species: Invasive alien species, also known as invasive exotic species or […]
Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
Context: Recently, several restrictions have been imposed on visitors to the Ahobilam Temple Complex, which is located within the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key points: Heatwave Restrictions at Cheethal Base Camp Wildlife in Nallamala Forest Area Ahobilam National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) Ahobilam Temple Complex Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam […]
QS World University Rankings 2024
Context: 2024 edition of the QS World Ranking for the Universities has been released, recently. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: QS World University Rankings: Key Highlights of the QS World University Rankings 2024 Overview Indian Universities in the Rankings Asian Rankings Most Represented Indian Universities Research Insights Overall Research Trends -Source: The […]
Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report
Context: The World Trade Organisation has published the latest edition of the Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report Overview Key Forecasts Import Trends Global GDP Growth Trade Value Resilience of Global Trade Inflation and Income Growth Risks and Uncertainties About […]
Current Affairs 12 April 2024
CONTENTS Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report Context: The World Trade Organisation has published the latest edition of the Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Global Trade Outlook & Statistics Report Overview Key Forecasts Import Trends Global GDP Growth Trade Value Resilience of Global Trade Inflation […]
About CDP-SURAKSHA Platform
Context: The Government of India has come up with a new digital platform called CDP-SURAKSHA to disburse subsidies to horticulture farmers under the Cluster Development Programme (CDP). Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions CDP-SURAKSHA Platform Features: Working: e-RUPI:
About Heat Wave in 2024
Context: Recently, Prime Minister chaired a meeting to review preparedness for the ensuing heat wave season. Relevance: GS III- Environment (Climate change) Dimensions of the Article: About Heat Wave Criteria for Heat Waves Health Impacts