Current Affairs

Exploring Morodharo: Delving into the Mysteries of an Ancient Harappan Fortified Settlement!

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Morodharo

Why in news? Local residents of Lodrani stumbled upon Morodharo, a Harappan-era settlement reminiscent of Dholavira. Archaeologists are gearing up for an in-depth investigation and excavation of the site, which is speculated to belong to the mature to late Harappan period. This discovery significantly contributes to our understanding of India’s ancient history. About Morodharo Morodharo … Read more

Kotravai sculpture from Pallava period unearthed near Ulundurpet

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Pallava period

Why in News? Archaeologists have recently discovered an eighth-century sculpture of Kotravai, an artifact from the Pallava period, near Ulundurpet, Tamil Nadu. What implications arise from this discovery? Crafted from slab stone during the eighth century Pallava period, the sculpture signifies the artistic and cultural prowess of that era. The intricately detailed portrayal of items … Read more

Global Passport Power Shift: France Takes the Lead as India Slips in 2024 Henley Passport Index

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Henley Passport Index

Why in News? The latest Henley Passport Index for 2024 reveals France clinching the leading position, while India’s passport ranking has experienced a slight decline, shifting from 84th to 85th place compared to the previous year. About Henly Passport Index Introduction: Established initially as the Henley & Partners Visa Restrictions Index (HVRI) in 2006, the … Read more

International Single Species Action Plan

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Single Species Action Plan

Why in news? The Hawksbill Turtle Single Species Action Plan was recently approved by the 14th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14). Concerning the Global Single Species Action Plan: It is the principal tool created in accordance with the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement … Read more

Modi Govt’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat Push: DAC clears orders worth Rs 84,560 crore Made-in-India equipment

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Defence Acquisition Council

Why in News? Under the direction of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the Defence Acquisition Council, or DAC, approved capital acquisition plans totalling Rs 84,560 crore on Thursday in order to strengthen the capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Armed Forces. The proposals include new generation anti-tank mines, Air Defence Tactical Control Radar, … Read more

India’s Lentil Production: A Brief Overview

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Lentil Production

Why Lentil Production in News? According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, increased acreage will cause India to overtake other countries as the world’s leading  Lentil  Production  in the 2023–24 crop year. On larger acreage, the nation’s lentil production is predicted to reach an all-time high of 1.6 million tones in the 2023–24 rabi season. … Read more