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Read Time: 13 minutes A critical message for the urban elite Why in the News? Our technology-enabled ecosystem could be making our cities unliveable. Overview The article highlights how urban heat waves worsen due to poor urban planning, with privileged communities shielded by technology, while marginalized groups suffer from inadequate design and extreme weather impacts. What Is an Urban… Continue reading Current Affair – 12 September 2024

Read Time: 14 minutes What is the National Agriculture Code, currently being formulated by Bureau of Indian Standards Why in News? On the lines of the existing National Building Code, the NAC will set standards across the agriculture cycle, from field preparation to storage of produce. Introduction The NAC aims to create a standardized framework for agricultural practices, ensuring… Continue reading Current Affair – 11 September 2024

Read Time: 3 minutes Mental Health in India’s Material World Why in News? World Mental Health Day on October 10 highlights India’s rising mental health issues. There is a need for improved infrastructure, regulation, and care systems to address growing mental health concerns. Theme of Mental Health Day 2024 “Mental Health at Work” Mental Health Mental health refers to… Continue reading Current Affair – 10 September 2024

Read Time: 5 minutes What Does the USCIRF Report Say About India? What in News? The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) recently highlighted concerns regarding religious freedom in India in its annual report. What is the USCIRF? The USCIRF is an independent, bipartisan U.S. federal government agency established under the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA).… Continue reading Current Affair – 9 September 2024

Read Time: 10 minutes ASI Copies Inscriptions from Three Temples in Thirukkurungudi What in News? The Epigraphy Division of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in Mysore has successfully copied inscriptions from three temples in Thirukkurungudi, Tirunelveli district, using the estampage method. Temples Involved Nambi Rayar Temple (Thirukoshtiyur Temple): Located in Thirukoshtiyur near Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu, this temple is… Continue reading Current Affair – 8 September 2024

Read Time: 7 minutes Why is salt pan land being used for homes? What in News? The Indian government transferred 256 acres of salt pan land for Dharavi housing, raising environmental concerns over ecological impact. What are Salt Pan Lands? Salt pans are low-lying coastal tracts where seawater periodically flows in, leaving behind salt deposits after evaporation. This process… Continue reading Current Affair – 7 September 2024

Read Time: 6 minutes Jaishankar to visit Pakistan for SCO meeting: What is the organisation — and what is its significance? What in News? SCO is one of the few international organisations which deal with security issues and primarily has Asian members. What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)? Origins: Formed in 1996 as the “Shanghai Five,” including China,… Continue reading Current Affair – 5 September 2024

Read Time: 12 minutes Marathi among 5 languages accorded ‘classical language’ status What in News? The Union Cabinet has granted ‘Classical Language’ status to Marathi, alongside four other languages—Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. Criteria for Classical Language Status The decision to accord a language classical status is based on several criteria, including its antiquity, recorded history, and the richness… Continue reading Current Affair – 4 September 2024

Read Time: 5 minutes PM Modi Says India Trusted Partner in Jamaica’s Development Journey What in News? India has been a “trusted partner” in Jamaica’s development journey, ready to share expertise in areas such as digital public infrastructure, biofuel, innovation, and health, says Indian PM. India-Jamaica Relationship The bilateral relationship between India and Jamaica is strong, deeply rooted in… Continue reading Current Affair – 3 September 2024

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