9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – December 29th, 2023

Dear Friends, We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM Brief and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do: Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – December 29th, 2023

Challenges of India’s Shipbuilding Industry – India’s stationary course in the shipping value chain

Source: This post on Challenges of India’s Shipbuilding Industry has been created based on the article “India’s stationary course in the shipping value chain” published in The Hindu on 29th December, 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Indian Economy – Infrastructure News: Despite having a strong maritime foundation, India has lagged behind China in… Continue reading Challenges of India’s Shipbuilding Industry – India’s stationary course in the shipping value chain

On Civilian deaths in Kashmir

Source: This post on Civilian deaths in Kashmir has been created based on the article “Army cannot afford to lose civilian trust in Jammu region” published in “Indian Express” on 29th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Internal Security – Security challenges and their management in border areas. News: The article discusses the… Continue reading On Civilian deaths in Kashmir

On Women’s Suffrage – Women’s vote achieved

Source: This post on Women’s Suffrage has been created based on the article “Women’s vote achieved: We need faster progress” published in “Live Mint” on 29th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1 Society – Role of women and women’s organization. News: The article discusses history of the women’s suffrage movement and the need… Continue reading On Women’s Suffrage – Women’s vote achieved

On MEA’s Russia Visit – Express View on Jaishankar in Moscow

Source: This post on MEA’s Russia Visit has been created based on the article “Express View on Jaishankar in Moscow: Not zero-sum” published in “Indian Express” on 29th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 International Relations – Bilateral groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. News: The article discusses Dr. S… Continue reading On MEA’s Russia Visit – Express View on Jaishankar in Moscow

Illegal Migration from India- Explained Pointwise

The recent incident, involving the forced return of 303 Indians detained at a French airport, highlights the menace of illegal migration from India. The desperation and distress faced by Indian youths, particularly in the wake of the farming crisis, have led to a concerning surge in illegal migration from India. Increasing illegal migration numbers 1.… Continue reading Illegal Migration from India- Explained Pointwise

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eSoil

Source- This post is based on the article “What is eSoil and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about this electrically conductive substrate” published in “Hindustan Times” on 26th December 2023. Why in the News? A recent study by Linköping University’s on ‘electronic soil’ (eSoil) and hydroponics (soil-less cultivation) presents hope… Continue reading eSoil

Pegasus spyware

Source– This post is based on the article “Is Pegasus spyware targeting journalists in India” published in “The Hindu” on 29th December 2023. Why in the News? The Washington Post and Amnesty International report alleges Pegasus spyware targeted journalists in India. The intrusion was discovered in October 2023 following Apple’s warning to users, including MPs,… Continue reading Pegasus spyware

Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas

Source- This post is based on the article “Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas ” published in “Live mint” on 21st December 2023. Why in the News? Angola has opted to withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) due to a disagreement concerning oil production quotas. Note- Several other… Continue reading Angola quits OPEC amid dispute over oil production quotas

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