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ForumIAS Answer Writing Focus Group (AWFG) for Mains 2024 commencing from 24th June 2024. The Entrance Test for the program will be held on 28th April 2024 at 9 AM. To know more about the program visit: https://forumias.com/blog/awfg2024
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Social Issues
India plans a riposte to slavery report: (The Hindu)
To pressure ILO to distance itself from Australian NGO’s survey, which can potentially harm India’s image.
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India and neighbors
India acts against bottom trawling: (The Hindu)
Joint Working Group outlines initiatives in the Palk Bay area; need for permanent solution reiterated.
GS-3
Science and Tech
A plan to stamp out animal TB: (The Hindu)
Zoonotic TB continues to remain largely hidden, posing many health risks.
Prelims Related News
DNA barcodes reveal adulteration in traditional medicines:
Spurious plant extracts in place of rare ones and toxic lead found in samples taken from 12 wholesale markets in different States.
External ground delays holding up GSAT-9 benefits:
We will support partner governments through Indian industry, says ISRO.
Elevated enzyme for cancer diagnosis:
The application of this technique may be during surgery to know tumour spread.
