One of the major gaps in our weather observational system is over the oceans: Elena Manaenkova Subject: Geography Section: Climatology Context: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) commemorates World Meteorological Day every March 23, marking the establishment of the UN body in 1950. The day highlights the crucial role of meteorological and hydrological services […]
Rising from the ashes Subject: History Section: Art and culture Context: Masaan Holi is a unique two-day festival celebrated on various ghats of Varanasi, attracting devotees worldwide. It’s known for its distinctive blend of spirituality, where participants use ashes from funeral pyres and gulal (pink powder) during the festivities, symbolizing a celebration of […]
‘Regrettable to criticize T M Krishna’ says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin; derides criticism of Periyar by musicians Subject: History Section: Modern India (Personality) Context: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has publicly supported Carnatic vocalist T M Krishna amidst a controversy surrounding the awarding of the Sangita Kalanidhi title by the […]
Uttarakhand to translocate four tigers to Rajasthan says official Subject: Environment Section: Species in news Context: The Uttarakhand government has approved the relocation of four tigers to Rajasthan, responding to a request from the western state’s authorities. This decision comes amidst similar discussions for tiger translocation to Odisha. Details: The Principal Chief Conservator […]
Putin says gunmen who raided Moscow concert hall tried to escape to Ukraine. Kyiv denies involvement Subject: IR Section: Places in news Context: A violent attack occurred at Crocus City Hall, a suburban Moscow music venue, resulting in a devastating fire and over 130 deaths. The incident has led to a complex web […]
Kerala challenges withholding of Presidential assent to State bills in Supreme Court Subject: Polity Section: Parliament and Legislature Context: In an unprecedented move, the Kerala Government on March 23 filed an appeal in the Supreme Court as President Droupadi Murmu has withheld assent for four Bills passed by the Kerala Legislature without disclosing […]
Hong Kong lawmakers pass new national security law, giving government more power to curb dissent Subject: Economy Section: Capital Market Context: Hong Kong lawmakers passed a new national security law on Tuesday that grants the government more power to quash dissent, widely seen as the latest step in a sweeping political crackdown that […]
Why did SEBI ask fund houses to stop ETF inflows? Subject: Economy Section: Capital Market Context: Markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has directed mutual fund houses to stop accepting any more inflows in schemes that invest in overseas exchange-traded funds (ETFs), starting April 1, 2024. More on news: SEBI […]
Daily Prelims Notes 24 March 2024 Table Of Contents Why did SEBI ask fund houses to stop ETF inflows? Hong Kong lawmakers pass new national security law, giving government more power to curb dissent Kerala challenges withholding of Presidential assent to State bills in Supreme Court Putin says gunmen who raided Moscow concert […]
Daily Prelims Notes 23 March 2024 1. Worrying biodiversity loss in Finnish coastal waters: report Subject: Environment Section: Biodiversity Context: A report from Finnish experts, published on March 22, highlights the threat of biodiversity loss in Finland’s coastal waters, attributing it mainly to eutrophication and climate change. Key findings: The Finnish Nature […]