About ASMPA Missile
Context: France has marked a significant milestone in its defence capabilities by successfully testing the updated ASMPA supersonic missile, capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About ASMPA Missile Versions ASMP (1986): ASMP-A (2009): Features Dimensions: Performance Initial Acceleration: Secondary Acceleration: -Source: The Hindu
IMD Issues Colour-Coded Alerts for Heavy Rainfall in Kerala
Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued colour-coded alerts for multiple districts in Kerala, warning of potential isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in the state. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Weather Warnings Categories: Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Responsibilities: Headquarters and Global Role -Source: The Hindu
Global Agencies Call for Action Against Transnational Organized Crime
Context: Recently, the leaders of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Interpol, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) stressed the urgent need to enhance efforts to combat the substantial illicit profits generated by transnational organized crime (TOC). Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: What is Transnational Organised Crime? […]
RBI Approves Record Surplus Transfer to Central Government
Context: The Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved a record surplus transfer of Rs 2.11 lakh crore to the Central government for the fiscal year 2023-24. This transferable surplus has been calculated based on the Economic Capital Framework (ECF). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is […]
World Bank Report Highlights Global Water Crisis
Context: The World Bank’s new report, “Water for Shared Prosperity,” unveiled at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia, underscores the severe global water crisis and its significant impact on human and economic development worldwide. Relevance: GS I: Water Resources Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report on Water and Sanitation Global […]
ECI’s Enforcement of Model Code of Conduct Sparks Debate
Context; Recently, the Election Commission of India (ECI) highlighted the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), stressing that star campaigners should lead by example and maintain societal harmony. This announcement has ignited a debate regarding the ECI’s authority to address MCC violations, including the power to deregister political parties. Relevance: GS II: Polity […]
Current Affairs Quiz 25 May 2024
Current Affairs 25 May 2024
CONTENTS ECI’s Enforcement of Model Code of Conduct Sparks Debate Context: Recently, the Election Commission of India (ECI) highlighted the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), stressing that star campaigners should lead by example and maintain societal harmony. This announcement has ignited a debate regarding the ECI’s authority to address MCC violations, including […]
PIB Summaries 25 May 2024
CONTENTS GSAP SKILLS Platform Context: Recently, the GSAP SKILLS Platform was launched at the Fourth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation, Convention on Biological Diversity. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About GSAP SKILLS Platform Overview Features: What is the Global Species Action Plan? Strategic Interventions National Council for Cement and Building Materials-Incubation […]
Static Quiz 25 May 2024 (Environment)
