Current Affairs Quiz 03 June 2024
Agnikul Cosmos and the Agnibaan Sub Orbital Technology Demonstrator
Context: Chennai-based start-up Agnikul Cosmos has successfully launched the world’s first rocket powered by a fully 3D-printed engine, named the Agnibaan Sub Orbital Technology Demonstrator (SOrTeD). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Details Significant Achievements: 3D Printing -Source: The Hindu
60th Meeting of the Subsidiary Bodies
Context: As the world prepares for the 29th Conference of Parties (COP) to the UNFCCC later this year, the Delhi-based think tank Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has urged developed countries to fulfill their financial commitments in combating climate change. Additionally, the 60th meeting of the Subsidiary Bodies (SB60) is scheduled to take place […]
India Reaffirms Support for Two-State Solution in Israel-Palestine Conflict
Context: Recently, India reiterated that it was one of the first countries to recognize Palestine and has long supported the two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About the Two-State Solution: Origins of the Two-State Solution: The Israel-Palestine Conflict Origins of Conflict: Creation of Palestine: Arab-Israel […]
ED Arrests Uttarakhand Resident for International Drug Trafficking
Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a resident of Uttarakhand for allegedly operating an international drug trafficking group. He has been booked under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The accused is said to have managed a global dark web enterprise that distributed fentanyl and other dangerous drugs to communities across America, including all […]
Djibouti Launches Pilot Program with GM Mosquitoes to Combat Malaria
Context: Djibouti, an East African nation, is taking a bold step in the fight against malaria by deploying genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes. This pilot program, launched in May 2024, represents a significant milestone in the battle against this deadly disease. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Why Use Genetically Modified (GM) Mosquitoes for […]
Forest Fires in Brazil’s Amazon Rainforest
Context: Recently, Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has experienced its largest forest fires on record in the first four months of 2024. These fires have been fueled by a record drought in the Amazon region, driven by the El Nino climate phenomenon and global warming, leading to extremely dry conditions. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions […]
India to Resume Wheat Imports and Remove Import Tax
Context: India, the world’s second-largest wheat producer, plans to resume wheat imports after a six-year hiatus to replenish depleted reserves and control rising prices, following three consecutive years of disappointing crops. The country is likely to remove a 40% import tax on wheat, permitting private traders to purchase from countries like Russia, albeit in small […]
PIB Summaries 03 June 2024
CONTENTS Heatwaves In India Context: PM reviews the situation of ongoing heat wave in the country and preparedness for onset of monsoon. Relevance: GS III- Environment (Climate change) Dimensions of the Article: About Heat Wave Criteria for Heat Waves Health Impacts
Current Affairs 03 June 2024
CONTENTS India to Resume Wheat Imports and Remove Import Tax Context: India, the world’s second-largest wheat producer, plans to resume wheat imports after a six-year hiatus to replenish depleted reserves and control rising prices, following three consecutive years of disappointing crops. The country is likely to remove a 40% import tax on wheat, permitting private […]