9-March-2024-Special-Article

THE CARBON IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves, concerns about its energy-intensive operations and environmental impact grow. However, advancements such as Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) and Lifelong Learning (L2) offer promising avenues to mitigate AI's carbon footprint while leveraging its potential to combat climate change. Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) and Lifelong Learning

11-March-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

JUNGLE SAFARI STARTS IN NEW ZONE NEAR CORBETT TIGER RESERVE TOPIC: (GS3) ENVIRONMENT – SOURCE: TIMES OF INDIA The recent approval of the Tiger Safari at Pakhrau in the buffer area of Corbett Tiger Reserve by the Supreme Court has ignited discussions on the concept and consequences of tiger safaris in wildlife conservation. Meaning and

11-March-2024-Editorial

PUNJAB-HIMACHAL DISPUTE OVER THE SHANAN HYDROPOWER PROJECT The Shanan hydropower project has become a focal point of contention between Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, each asserting its rightful claim over the project. This dispute has escalated to legal action and intervention by the central government. Historical Background Lease Agreement (1925): Punjab was granted a lease for

11-March-2024-Special-Article

SECOND ROCKET LAUNCHPORT IN TAMIL NADU’S KULASEKARAPATTINAM The recent foundation stone laying ceremony of the Kulasekarapattinam launch port by the Indian Prime Minister marks a significant step in bolstering India's space capabilities. This new launch port, aimed at accommodating the growing demand for space launches, holds strategic importance for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

12-March-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

CITIZENSHIP AMENDMENT ACT 2019: A TIMELINE OF EVENTS, CONTROVERSIES TOPIC: (GS3) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE– SOURCE: BUSINESS STANDARD The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, has been a topic of significant discussion and debate since its passage more than four years ago. The Ministry of Home Affairs has now notified the rules to implement this law, adding to

12-March-2024-Editorial

INDIA, INDONESIA SIGN PACT TO TRADE IN LOCAL CURRENCIES The recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Bank Indonesia (BI) marks a significant step towards promoting bilateral transactions in local currencies, particularly the Indian Rupee (INR) and the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). This move is aimed at fostering economic

12-March-2024-Special-Article

ASI SURVEY OF BHOJSHALA COMPLEX AS ORDERED BY MADHYA PRADESH HC The Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued an order for the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a scientific survey of the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar district. This move aims to clarify the original nature of

13-March-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

STAND OF STATE GOVERNMENTS WILL NOT IMPACT CAA: OFFICIAL TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE– SOURCE: THE HINDU The recent opposition voiced by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister against implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) has encountered minimal impact, primarily due to the Union government asserting its jurisdiction over citizenship matters. While the Chief Minister's statement

13-March-2024-Editorial

AUSTRALIAN SCIENTISTS FIND CORAL BLEACHING IN GREAT BARRIER REEF’S FAR NORTH The recent aerial surveys conducted by Australian authorities have revealed alarming levels of coral bleaching across two-thirds of the Great Barrier Reef (GBR), emphasizing the urgent need for action to protect this crucial marine ecosystem.  The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of

13-March-2024-Special-Article

INDIA’S INITIATIVES FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE In a significant stride towards revolutionizing the agricultural sector and promoting sustainable farming practices, the Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers and Union Minister for Rural Development jointly inaugurated four key initiatives in New Delhi. These initiatives aim to address concerns related to soil health, fertilizer quality, and agricultural sustainability.

14-March-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

SUPREME COURT TO HEAR PLEA TO BRING CJI BACK IN SELECTION COMMITTEE TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE– SOURCE: THE HINDU The Supreme Court's decision to urgently address a plea regarding the filling of two vacancies for Election Commissioners in the Election Commission of India (ECI) following Arun Goel's unexpected resignation has sparked significant debate. The

14-March-2024-Editorial

FRENCH LAWMAKERS TO ENSHRINE ABORTION RIGHTS IN FRANCE'S CONSTITUTION The recent approval by French lawmakers to enshrine abortion rights in France's constitution has sparked discussions globally regarding reproductive rights and legal provisions related to abortion. What is Abortion? Abortion is the deliberate termination of a pregnancy, usually within the first 28 weeks of gestation. It