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UPSC Current Affairs – January 10, 2024

January 10, 2024

Jan Vishwas Bill GS-2-Governance Facts for Pre & Mains:  The Jan Vishwas Bill 1.0 addressed issues but was insufficient for accelerating job creation. Jan Vishwas Bill 2.0 aims to further reduce corruption and legal burdens on employers by removing more ..

Ecuador Declares Emergency as Notorious Gang Boss Flees Jail

January 10, 2024

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced a 60-day nationwide state of emergency recently after the country’s most wanted crime lord escaped custody amid a spree of riots across prisons. The drastic measures come as authorities scramble to recapture the fugitive leader. ..

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Fungi Bio-Pesticide Offers Natural Solution Against Destructive Eucalyptus Beetle

January 10, 2024

Scientists have identified a pathogenic fungus naturally preying on eucalyptus snout beetles that shows promise as an affordable, eco-friendly biopesticide to protect eucalyptus plantations from the voracious pests. Characterization studies confirm the fungus’ insecticidal efficacy and durability, positioning it for ..

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India-Maldives Ties Fray Over Minister’s Remarks Against PM Modi

January 10, 2024

A diplomatic furor erupted this week after three Maldivian junior ministers mocked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit promoting local Lakshadweep islands, prompting many Indians to cancel trips and jeopardizing vital bilateral ties. The Indian government issued a forceful ..

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Study Finds Abundant Micro and Nanoplastics in Bottled Water

January 10, 2024

A new study utilizing advanced microscopy techniques has detected extremely high levels of micro and nanoplastic particles in several popular bottled water brands. On average, each liter was found to contain over 200,000 plastic fragments – with around 90% sized ..

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Gabriel Attal: France’s New Prime Minister

January 10, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron sparked a cabinet shakeup this week by naming popular Minister of Education Gabriel Attal as the country’s newest Prime Minister after incumbent PM Elisabeth Borne resigned amid growing political challenges. At just 43 years old, the ..

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Pran Prathistha to be Conducted in Ayodhya’s Ram temple

January 10, 2024

The consecration ritual to infuse the divine spirit into the Ram idol at the Ayodhya temple, known as pran pratishtha, is approaching. Preparations will commence on January 16 leading up to the main ceremony to be conducted on January 22, ..

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UPSC Current Affairs – January 9, 2024

January 9, 2024

Ayodhya’s Historical Significance GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  Ayodhya, located on the Sarayu river in Uttar Pradesh, is a historically significant city for Hindus, known as ‘Ram Janmabhoomi’—the birthplace of Lord Rama. The name ‘Ayodhya’ is derived from ..

Work4Food: Algorithm to Ensure Minimum Wages for Food Delivery Workers

January 9, 2024

Researchers at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have developed an innovative new system called Work4Food that could guarantee fair minimum incomes for food delivery personnel in India’s booming app-based food ordering industry. The algorithmic solution was presented ..

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Microsoft Launches AI Odyssey Program to Upskill 100,000 Indian Developers

January 9, 2024

Microsoft has unveiled an ambitious new initiative called AI Odyssey that aims to provide advanced skills training in artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to 100,000 software developers across India. The month-long free online program allows anyone passionate about AI ..

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