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JPC Clears Waqf Amendment Bill

January 28, 2025

The Waqf Amendment Bill, introduced in 2024, has ignited intense debates in the Indian Parliament. This legislation aims to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, addressing the management of Waqf properties. The Joint Committee on the Waqf Amendment Bill has ..

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Olive Ridley Turtles Nesting at Rushikulya River

January 28, 2025

The Olive Ridley turtles are an endangered species known for their unique mass nesting behaviour, termed “arribada.” In 2024, these turtles skipped the Rushikulya river mouth in Odisha, nesting site. However, experts predict a larger number of nesting this year. ..

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Who is Libia Lobo Sardesai?

January 28, 2025

Libia Lobo Sardesai, a prominent figure in the Goan liberation movement, was recently honoured with the Padma Shri (4th highest civilian award). This recognition celebrates her contributions to Goa’s fight for freedom from Portuguese colonial rule. Born in 1924, Libia ..

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Teesta-3 Dam Reconstruction

January 28, 2025

The Teesta-3 dam in Sikkim, which suffered catastrophic damage from a glacier lake outburst flood, is set for reconstruction. The flood resulted in loss of life and destruction of infrastructure. An expert committee from the Environment Ministry has proposed a ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 28, 2025

January 28, 2025

1. Consider the following: Peach Walnut Mango Apple Which of the above is/are classified as drupe fruits? [A] 1, 2 and 3[B] 2, 3 and 4[C] 1, 3 and 4[D] 1, 2, 3 and 4 Show Answer Correct Answer: A ..

Climate Change-Led Greenland Lakes Transformation

January 28, 2025

In 2022, over 7,500 lakes in western Greenland underwent a dramatic transformation from crystal blue to brown. This change was triggered by extreme weather events, including heavy rainfall and warmer temperatures. The lakes, vital for local drinking water and biodiversity, ..

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Retail Food Inflation’s Impact on Agriculture

January 28, 2025

Retail food inflation in India saw a decline to 8.39% year-on-year in December 2025. This decrease follows higher inflation rates of 9.04% and 10.87% in the previous months. Despite this easing, the future trajectory of inflation remains uncertain, heavily influenced ..

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Enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System Launched

January 28, 2025

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has launched the enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 system. This upgrade aims to simplify the certification process for exporters and improve trade efficiency. The new platform incorporates user-friendly features and mandatory electronic ..

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