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Iran President Ebrahim Raisi declared dead in Helicopter Crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died when their helicopter crashed as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog. This event has significant implications for Iran’s political landscape and its role in regional stability. Despite this, significant...
Published On May 24th, 2024 -
Copernicus Programme by European Space Agency and European Union
Context: In response to Iran's request, the European Union (EU) activated its emergency satellite mapping service to assist in locating the helicopter carrying Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi, which had crashed in East Azerbaijan province. EU’s Copernicus Programme Purpose: Part of...
Published On May 23rd, 2024 -
Current Affairs 23rd May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam
Amazon Fires Context In the first four months of the year 2024, Brazil's Amazon rainforest has experienced its largest blazes on record. This situation has raised concerns about the impacts of climate change, government policies, and human activities on the...
Last updated on May 29th, 2024 05:19 pm -
Editorial of the Day (23rd May): Russia-China Meet
Context Recently a summit was held in Beijing between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping marking the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations. Their deepening alliance impacts global geopolitics and economies, including India's complex relations with both...
Published On May 23rd, 2024 -
Karnataka Women’s Quota, Background and Status
Context: The Karnataka government has mandated a 33% reservation for women in services and posts outsourced by various government departments and organisations. More In News Currently, over 75,000 employees hold outsourced jobs in government departments. The government typically hires third-party...
Published On May 23rd, 2024 -
Buddha Purnima 2024, History, Significance and Celebrations
Buddha Purnima 2024, the 2586th birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha, will be celebrated on May 23, 2024. This day holds significant religious importance in Hinduism, as it marks his birth on the Full Moon day in the month of Vaishakha....
Published On May 23rd, 2024 -
Current Affairs 22nd May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam
Local Environmental Footprints Context: A recent study revealed significant disparities in environmental footprints among Indian households across different economic classes. Study Overview Title: "Water, air pollution and carbon footprints of conspicuous/luxury consumption in India." Focus: Examines CO2, water, and particulate...
Published On May 22nd, 2024 -
Editorial of the Day (22nd May): Risk of Russia’s Nuclear Posturing
Context The Russia-Ukraine war has entered its second year with no end in sight. Russia announced plans to hold drills simulating the use of tactical nuclear weapons along the Ukrainian border. In March, Russia declared it would station nuclear weapons...
Published On May 22nd, 2024 -
Current Affairs 21st May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam
Spices Board of India Context: The Spices Board of India is conducting inspections at various MDH and Everest processing plants across the country to ensure that spice exports comply with the standards required by their respective export destinations. About Spices...
Published On May 21st, 2024 -
Venezuela’s Melting Glaciers
Context: Venezuela's last glacier, Humboldt, was recently reclassified as an ice field, making Venezuela likely the first modern country to lose all its glaciers. More In News Venezuela has six glaciers located about 5,000 metres above sea level in the...
Published On May 21st, 2024