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Pakistan: Proposed Acquisition of J-31 Chinese Stealth Fighters

January 4, 2024

As per media reports, Pakistan is in talks with China to acquire the J-31 stealth fighter aircraft, which bears similarities to American-made F-35 and F-22 jets. If acquired, these new fighters could replace older F-16s in Pakistan’s fleet. Pakistan’s Existing ..

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CCRAS and NCISM Launch ‘SMART 2.0’ to Mainstream Ayurveda Research

January 4, 2024

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) along with the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) has initiated the ‘SMART 2.0’ program on January 3rd. It aims to promote evidence-based clinical research on priority Ayurveda interventions ..

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The Emerging Threat of ‘Cyber Kidnapping’

January 4, 2024

The recent case of a Chinese student found unharmed in the US after his parents paid an $80,000 ransom to alleged ‘kidnappers’ has spotlighted the growing menace of cyber extortion plots globally involving convincing victims to isolate themselves. What is ..

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Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Connection

January 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated a submarine fiber optic connectivity project for the Lakshadweep islands along with over Rs 1,150 crore worth of development initiatives spanning sectors like technology, healthcare, education and energy. Connecting Lakshadweep to High-Speed Internet The ..

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Transport Strike Over Stringent Hit-Run Penalties Hits Fuel Supply

January 3, 2024

A 3-day nationwide strike launched on Jan 1st by truckers, bus and tanker operators against tough new fines for hit-and-run accidents has disrupted mobility and fuel availability in parts of India. Context of the New Hit-and-Run Law The recently introduced ..

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India to End Free Movement Regime Permitting Border Crossing Into Myanmar

January 3, 2024

The Indian government has decided to terminate the Free Movement Regime (FMR) allowing visa-free 16-kilometer entry into each other’s territory for people living along the India-Myanmar border. Advanced fencing will be erected to fully seal the porous frontier. What is ..

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Hindenburg Research – Adani Group Row

January 3, 2024

In January 2023, US-based short seller Hindenburg Research published a report alleging several improper dealings by Indian conglomerate Adani Group headed by Gautam Adani. The report accused the group of stock manipulation, use of offshore shell companies, and raising debt ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 3, 2024

January 3, 2024

11. When is the ‘World Braille Day’ observed every year? [A] January 1[B] January 2[C] January 4[D] January 6 Show Answer Correct Answer: C [January 4] Notes:Every year January 4 is observed as World Braille Day to raise the importance ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 3, 2024

January 3, 2024

Electoral Literacy Education GS-2-Governance Facts for Pre & Mains:  The NCERT has introduced chapters on electoral literacy in school textbooks to educate students about their roles in elections. An MoU was signed between the Election Commission of India and the ..

RBI Proposes Higher 50% Dividend Payout Ratio for Healthy Banks

January 3, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India has released draft norms allowing banks with strong financial metrics to increase dividend payouts to shareholders up to 50% of profits, from the earlier 40% ceiling. Key Highlights Banks must have net non-performing asset ratio ..

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