{"id":15730,"date":"2023-11-10T15:34:44","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T15:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=15730"},"modified":"2023-11-10T15:34:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T15:34:47","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 05th July 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/current-affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png\" alt=\"UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz - Edukemy\" class=\"wp-image-14085\" width=\"780\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination. Our focus today includes a critical analysis of recent policy changes, international affairs, and national developments, all of which play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-political and economic landscape of India. Stay informed and stay ahead in your UPSC preparations with our daily current affairs updates, as we provide you with concise, well-researched insights to help you connect the dots between contemporary events and the broader canvas of the civil services syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d6713151d7c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#In_News\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About\" title=\"About&nbsp;\">About&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Semiconductor_the_%E2%80%98New_Oil\" title=\"Semiconductor the \u2018New Oil\u2019&nbsp;\">Semiconductor the \u2018New Oil\u2019&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#India_USA_iCET_Initiative\" title=\"India USA iCET Initiative &nbsp;\">India USA iCET Initiative &nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Rivalry_between_the_United_States_and_China_in_the_semiconductor_chip_industry\" title=\"Rivalry between the United States and China in the semiconductor chip industry&nbsp;\">Rivalry between the United States and China in the semiconductor chip industry&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#National_Institutional_Ranking_Framework_NIRF\" title=\"National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)&nbsp;\">National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_News\" title=\"Why in News:\">Why in News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#NIRF_Ranking\" title=\"NIRF Ranking:&nbsp;\">NIRF Ranking:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Key_highlights_of_NIRF_Ranking_2023\" title=\"Key highlights of NIRF Ranking 2023:&nbsp;\">Key highlights of NIRF Ranking 2023:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Three_Additions_in_2023_Edition_of_India_Ranking\" title=\"Three Additions in 2023 Edition of India Ranking:\u00a0\">Three Additions in 2023 Edition of India Ranking:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Key_issues_pointed_out_by_NIRF_ranking\" title=\"Key issues pointed out by NIRF ranking:&nbsp;\">Key issues pointed out by NIRF ranking:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Guidelines_for_Resource_Adequacy_Planning_Framework_for_India\" title=\"Guidelines for Resource Adequacy Planning Framework for India\u00a0\">Guidelines for Resource Adequacy Planning Framework for India\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_News-2\" title=\"Why in News:\">Why in News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About_the_Draft_Guidelines\" title=\"About the Draft Guidelines:&nbsp;\">About the Draft Guidelines:&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Long-Term_Contracts_and_Resource_Adequacy\" title=\"Long-Term Contracts and Resource Adequacy\u00a0\">Long-Term Contracts and Resource Adequacy\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#National_Load_Dispatch_Centres_NLDC_Role\" title=\"National Load Dispatch Centre\u2019s (NLDC) Role\u00a0\">National Load Dispatch Centre\u2019s (NLDC) Role\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Time-Bound_Procurement_Processes\" title=\"Time-Bound Procurement Processes\u00a0\">Time-Bound Procurement Processes\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Objectives_of_the_Guidelines\" title=\"Objectives of the Guidelines:&nbsp;\">Objectives of the Guidelines:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Major_Challenges\" title=\"Major Challenges:&nbsp;\">Major Challenges:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Lithium_deal\" title=\"Lithium deal&nbsp;\">Lithium deal&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#In_News-2\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About_Lithium_Deal\" title=\"About Lithium Deal:&nbsp;\">About Lithium Deal:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Lithium\" title=\"Lithium&nbsp;\">Lithium&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#National_Indicator_Framework_for_SDGs\" title=\"National Indicator Framework for SDGs&nbsp;\">National Indicator Framework for SDGs&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#In_News-3\" title=\"In News:\u00a0\">In News:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About_National_Indicator_Framework_for_SDGs\" title=\"About National Indicator Framework for SDGs:&nbsp;\">About National Indicator Framework for SDGs:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#SDGs\" title=\"SDGs&nbsp;\">SDGs&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#The_Headquarters_Agreement_HQA\" title=\"The Headquarters Agreement (HQA)&nbsp;\">The Headquarters Agreement (HQA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#In_News-4\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About_the_Coalition_for_Disaster_Resilient_Infrastructure_CDRI\" title=\"About the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI):&nbsp;\">About the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About_the_Headquarters_Agreement_HQA\" title=\"About the Headquarters Agreement (HQA):&nbsp;\">About the Headquarters Agreement (HQA):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Energy_Transition_Index\" title=\"Energy Transition Index&nbsp;\">Energy Transition Index&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-2\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Gravitational_Vibrations\" title=\"Gravitational Vibrations&nbsp;\">Gravitational Vibrations&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news-2\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-3\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Key_Findings\" title=\"Key Findings:&nbsp;\">Key Findings:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#More_Information\" title=\"More Information:&nbsp;\">More Information:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#National_Sickle_Cell_Anaemia_Elimination_Mission\" title=\"National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission&nbsp;\">National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news-3\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-4\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Sickle_cell_anaemia_SCA\" title=\"Sickle cell anaemia (SCA)&nbsp;\">Sickle cell anaemia (SCA)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Subansiri_Lower_Hydroelectric_Project_Arunachal_Pradesh\" title=\"Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (Arunachal Pradesh)&nbsp;\">Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (Arunachal Pradesh)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news-4\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-5\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Subansiri_River\" title=\"Subansiri River&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Subansiri River&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#National_Maritime_Heritage_Complex_NMHC_Lothal_Gujarat\" title=\"National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) (Lothal, Gujarat)&nbsp;\">National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) (Lothal, Gujarat)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news-5\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-6\" title=\"About:&nbsp;\">About:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Omans_Duqm_port\" title=\"Oman\u2019s Duqm port&nbsp;\">Oman\u2019s Duqm port&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Why_in_news-6\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#About-7\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are daily current affairs?\">Q: What are daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?\">Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\" title=\"Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?\">Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\" title=\"Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?\">Q: 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-05th-july-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India-China_Chips_War\"><\/span><strong>India-China Chips War<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>GS-3 Economy, Manufacturing\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The expansive new US-India technology partnership forged during Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s visit to Washington DC identifies technology as the new geopolitical frontier.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Semiconductors or chips play a <strong>crucial role in the functionality <\/strong>of nearly every modern device, ranging from smartphones to advanced defense systems and artificial intelligence-powered machines. However, chip production r<strong>emains primarily concentrated in a handful of count<\/strong>ries, with each specializing in specific aspects of the technology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The COVID-19 pandemic unveiled the United States&#8217; vulnerability and reliance on Asian supply chains, particularly in relation to semiconductor production. Notably, four of the world&#8217;s leading chip manufacturers are based in Taiwan. Simultaneously, the trade and diplomatic tensions between Washington and Beijing, coupled with the heightened military tensions in the Taiwan Strait, have further exacerbated the situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Semiconductor_the_%E2%80%98New_Oil\"><\/span><strong>Semiconductor the \u2018New Oil\u2019<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Reliance on Technology:<\/strong> Semiconductors are crucial components in advanced technologies like smartphones, computers, artificial intelligence, and defense systems. Nations depend on these technologies for economic progress, national security, and global competitiveness.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Critical Infrastructure:<\/strong> Semiconductors are considered critical infrastructure as they power and enable essential sectors such as telecommunications, energy, transportation, healthcare, and finance. Any disruptions in semiconductor supply chains can have far-reaching consequences.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Limited Manufacturing Capability:<\/strong> Only a select few countries possess the advanced manufacturing capabilities necessary for semiconductor production. The complex fabrication processes and specialized equipment involved make it challenging for new players to enter the industry.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Global Supply Chain:<\/strong> The semiconductor industry relies on a global supply chain, with different countries specializing in various stages of production, including fabrication, assembly, and testing. Taiwan, South Korea, and the United States hold dominant roles in these areas.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>National Security Concerns:<\/strong> The control and security of semiconductor supply chains have become national security priorities for many countries. Dependence on foreign sources for critical technologies raises concerns about vulnerabilities, potential disruptions, and the compromise of sensitive information.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Economic Competitiveness:<\/strong> Semiconductors significantly contribute to a nation&#8217;s economic competitiveness. Advanced semiconductor industries attract high-value investments, drive innovation, and create skilled job opportunities, fostering economic growth and technological leadership.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Technological Sovereignty:<\/strong> Countries perceive the development of domestic semiconductor capabilities as essential for technological sovereignty and reducing reliance on external sources. Achieving self-sufficiency in semiconductor manufacturing provides greater control over technological advancements and helps mitigate potential risks.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_USA_iCET_Initiative\"><\/span><strong>India USA iCET Initiative<\/strong> <strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The India-US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) was unveiled during the Quad summit in Tokyo in 2022, demonstrating the joint commitment of India and the United States to strengthening cooperation in critical and emerging technologies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Areas of Collaboration:<\/strong> The iCET initiative aims to foster collaboration between India and the United States across various domains, including semiconductor technology, resilient supply chains, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and other critical and emerging technologies.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Bilateral Engagement<\/strong>: The iCET initiative involves regular bilateral engagements between high-level officials from India and the United States, such as National Security Advisers and counterparts from relevant ministries. These discussions serve to facilitate and advance cooperation in the identified areas.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Semiconductor Partnership: <\/strong>Under the iCET framework, India and the United States have affirmed their dedication to collaborating in the development of a semiconductor design, manufacturing, and fabrication ecosystem in India. The objective is to enhance India&#8217;s capabilities in the semiconductor sector and foster the growth of a skilled workforce.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Skill Development and Workforce<\/strong>: The iCET initiative places significant emphasis on skill development and workforce training in critical and emerging technologies. India and the United States aim to promote the cultivation of a skilled talent pool capable of driving innovation and contributing to the growth of these sectors.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rivalry_between_the_United_States_and_China_in_the_semiconductor_chip_industry\"><\/span><strong>Rivalry between the United States and China in the semiconductor chip industry<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>US and China acknowledge the importance of <strong>semiconductor chips<\/strong> for innovation and economic growth.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The US has been a <strong>longstanding leader in semiconductor design and manufacturing,<\/strong> while China has made efforts to catch up.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Intellectual property theft and <strong>forced technology transfer<\/strong> are concerns in the US-China rivalry, with the US accusing China of unfair practices.&nbsp;<\/li><li>US-China trade tensions have <strong>impacted the semiconductor indus<\/strong>try, with restrictions on Chinese technology companies.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The US has <strong>tightened export controls on semiconductor-related technologi<\/strong>es to prevent their transfer to China.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Both the US and China have <strong>set goals to enhance self-sufficiency in semiconductor chips<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The semiconductor industry has significant geopolitical implications, providing economic advantages and potential leverage in trade disputes or conflicts&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/india-and-the-us-china-chips-war-8693326\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Institutional_Ranking_Framework_NIRF\"><\/span><strong>National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 2: Government policies and Intervention, Issues related to education.\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News\"><\/span><strong>Why in News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) released \u2018the India Rankings for 2023\u2019, evaluating country\u2019s higher education institutions based on various parameters.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NIRF_Ranking\"><\/span><strong>NIRF Ranking:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>NIRF is a methodology developed by the <strong>Ministry of Education (earlier Ministry of Human Resource Development)<\/strong> to rank higher education institution in the country.\u00a0<\/li><li>It was launched in September 2015 and aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of institutions based on various parameters.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Ranking Parameters:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Teaching, Learning and Resources (30% weightage)\u00a0<\/li><li>Research and Professional Practice (30% weightage)\u00a0<\/li><li>Graduation Outcomes (20% weightage)\u00a0<\/li><li>Outreach and Inclusivity (10% weightage)\u00a0<\/li><li>Perception (10% weightage)\u00a0<\/li><li>It ranks higher education institutions <strong>in 5 categories and 8 subject domains<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Categories:<\/strong> Overall, Universities, Colleges, Research Institutions, Innovation.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Subject Domains: <\/strong>Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Medical, Dental, Law, Architecture and planning, Agriculture and allied sectors.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_highlights_of_NIRF_Ranking_2023\"><\/span><strong>Key highlights of NIRF Ranking 2023:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Three_Additions_in_2023_Edition_of_India_Ranking\"><\/span><strong>Three Additions in 2023 Edition<\/strong> of India Ranking:\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This year\u2019s ranking provided integration of the <strong>\u201cInnovation\u201d<\/strong> ranking previously executed by the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) into the India Rankings to reduce the burden on institutions of providing similar data to two different agencies.\u00a0<\/li><li>Expansion of scope of <strong>\u201cArchitecture\u201d to \u201cArchitecture and Planning\u201d<\/strong> to include institutions imparting courses in Urban and Town Planning.\u00a0<\/li><li>Introduction of a new subject \u2013 <strong>\u201cAgriculture &amp; Allied Sectors\u201d.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Participants:<\/strong> Increased participants from <strong>3565 institutions in 2016 to 8686 in 2023<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Top Engineering Institutions:<\/strong> IIT-Madras (1<sup>st<\/sup>), IIT-Delhi (2<sup>nd<\/sup>), IIT-Bombay (3<sup>rd<\/sup>).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Top Management Institutions:<\/strong> IIM-Ahmedabad (1<sup>st<\/sup>), IIM-Bangalore (2<sup>nd<\/sup>), IIM-Kozhikode (3<sup>rd<\/sup>).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Top Law Institutions:<\/strong> National Law School of India University, Bengaluru (1<sup>st<\/sup>), National Law University, Delhi (2<sup>nd<\/sup>), NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad (3<sup>rd<\/sup>).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Top Pharmacy Institutions:<\/strong> National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad (1<sup>st<\/sup>), Jamia Hamdard (2<sup>nd<\/sup>), BITS Pilani (3<sup>rd<\/sup>).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Top Colleges:<\/strong> Delhi University (DU) colleges secured 5 positions in top 10 (Miranda House \u2013 1<sup>st<\/sup> and Hindu College \u2013 2<sup>nd<\/sup>).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_issues_pointed_out_by_NIRF_ranking\"><\/span><strong>Key issues pointed out by NIRF ranking:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Incongruence between Quantity and Quality:<\/strong> The concentration of high-quality institutions in a few states shows the need for a mission to improve quality across the country.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Private institutions have lower rankings<\/strong> compared to government institutions.\u00a0<\/li><li>There are <strong>vast differences in faculty strength<\/strong> between top-ranked and other institutions.\u00a0<\/li><li>A small percentage of institutions contribute to a significant portion of scholarly output.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"426\" height=\"491\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-141.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15738 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 426px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 426\/491;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/rankings-and-the-realities-of-higher-education\/article67019516.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guidelines_for_Resource_Adequacy_Planning_Framework_for_India\"><\/span><strong>Guidelines for Resource Adequacy Planning Framework for India<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 3: Infrastructure (Energy)\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, the Ministry of Power, in consultation with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), has released Draft Guidelines for Resource Adequacy Planning Framework for India.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Draft_Guidelines\"><\/span><strong>About the Draft Guidelines:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The guidelines have been formulated under the <strong>Electricity (Amendment) Rules 2022<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Procurement Framework: Advance Procurement of Resources<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>Establishment of an advance procurement framework by DISCOMs.\u00a0<\/li><li>By procuring resources in advance, potential challenges related to resource scarcity and demand fluctuations can be addressed more efficiently.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-Term_Contracts_and_Resource_Adequacy\"><\/span><strong>Long-Term Contracts and Resource Adequacy<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>At least 75% of the total capacity required by DISCOMs should be covered by long-term contracts.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This approach brings stability to the power sector and promotes long-term sustainability by ensuring a consistent supply of electricity.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Load_Dispatch_Centres_NLDC_Role\"><\/span><strong>National Load Dispatch Centre\u2019s (NLDC) Role<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The NLDC conducts bids to procure the necessary capacity required to meet short-term resource adequacy plans.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This mechanism ensures a reliable and balanced power supply even during periods of increased demand or unforeseen circumstances.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time-Bound_Procurement_Processes\"><\/span><strong>Time-Bound Procurement Processes<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The guidelines specify a time frame for procurement processes by DISCOMs.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This ensures that the capacity procured by DISCOMs becomes available when required to serve the projected load.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_of_the_Guidelines\"><\/span><strong>Objectives of the Guidelines:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>To reliably fulfil the peak demand<\/strong> with the help of adequate supply of generation and demand response.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>To optimise the generation of electricity<\/strong> by minimising Operational and maintenance expenses, Fuel costs, costs associated with starting up and shutting down power-generating units, etc.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Major Challenges:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Catering to the peak demand reliably<\/strong> is one of the major challenges.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Increasing share of variable renewable energy<\/strong> and higher frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Infrastructural and management challenges<\/strong> while sharing inter-state and inter-region power.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/cea.nic.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/irp\/2022\/09\/Draft_RA_Guidelines___23_09_2022_final.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CEA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lithium_deal\"><\/span><strong>Lithium deal<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS-3; Economic Deals<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-2\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Paris-based industrial supplier acquires 80% of British Lithium extraction company\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Lithium_Deal\"><\/span><strong>About Lithium Deal:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A lithium deal between a <strong>French minerals company and a British startup<\/strong> is set to have significant implications for the <strong>electric vehicle (EV) sector.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The companies plan to develop nearly <strong>20,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate per year<\/strong> which will be enough to power approximately <strong>500,000 EVs annually.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>India has been actively promoting indigenous EV battery manufacturing and aims to <strong>achieve 30%<\/strong> <strong>electrification of its national fleet by 2030.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The global race for critical materials in electric mobility has made lithium a highly sought-after resource.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India recently became a <strong>member <\/strong>of the <strong>Minerals Security Partnership (MSP),<\/strong> which is headed by the United States and includes France and the UK.&nbsp;<\/li><li>With its position in the MSP, India can <strong>pursue a trilateral strategic partnership<\/strong> with France and the UK to <strong>establish a secure and reliable lithium supply chain.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Such a partnership would <strong>bolster India&#8217;s domestic EV manufacturing<\/strong> sector and support its goals for electric mobility.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Overall, the lithium deal presents a <strong>unique opportunity for India&#8217;s EV sector<\/strong> and has the potential to <strong>propel the country&#8217;s EV growth to new heights.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lithium\"><\/span><strong>Lithium<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lithium or \u201cLi\u201d with an <strong>atomic number 3 is the lightest metal<\/strong> in the periodic table and has <strong>lowest density of all metals.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>It is a <strong>highly conductive silvery-white and soft<\/strong> element having a <strong>higher energy density <\/strong>compared to traditional battery technologies, <strong>enabling longer-lasting and more efficient devices.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The extraction of lithium primarily occurs <strong>through mining processes,<\/strong> with <strong>major reserves<\/strong> found in countries like <strong>Australia, Chile, China, and Argentina.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>In India<\/strong>, lithium reserves have recently been discovered in <strong>Jammu and Kashmir <\/strong>while another reserve of the crucial mineral has been found in <strong>Rajasthan&#8217;s Degana <\/strong>(Nagaur).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/energy\/how-a-lithium-deal-between-two-companies-in-france-uk-is-an-opportunity-for-india-s-ev-sector-90333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Down to Earth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Indicator_Framework_for_SDGs\"><\/span><strong>National Indicator Framework for SDGs<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS-2: Government Policies<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-3\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong>\u00a0 <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Government organises national workshop on monitoring framework for SDGs\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_National_Indicator_Framework_for_SDGs\"><\/span><strong>About National Indicator Framework for SDGs:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The NIF for <strong>Sustainable Development Goals<\/strong> (SDGs) is a key tool developed by the <strong>Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)<\/strong> in India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It serves as <strong>a comprehensive framework for monitoring and evaluating progress<\/strong> towards achieving the SDGs at the national level.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It provides a <strong>set of indicators that capture<\/strong> the various <strong>dimensions of sustainable development<\/strong>, including <strong>economic, social, and environmental aspects.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It has been <strong>developed through an extensive consultation<\/strong> process involving <strong>government departments, experts, and civil society organizations<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It <strong>identifies the specific data sources<\/strong> and periodicity for each indicator, ensuring the <strong>availability of reliable<\/strong> and <strong>timely data for monitoring purposes.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a dynamic framework that can be <strong>revised and updated periodically<\/strong> to reflect <strong>emerging priorities<\/strong> and challenges in the pursuit of the SDGs.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It <strong>enables tracking progress on individual SDGs<\/strong> as well as cross-cutting themes and targets, promoting an integrated approach to sustainable development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It will play a crucial role in <strong>aligning national development plans<\/strong>, policies, and budgets <strong>with the SDGs<\/strong> for a coordinated approach to sustainable development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It <strong>fosters transparency and accountability<\/strong> by providing a <strong>common framework<\/strong> for tracking progress and facilitating public access to information on SDG indicators.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It <strong>requires collaboration and coordination<\/strong> among stakeholders including centre, state, <strong>data collection agencies, and statistical institutions.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Overall, NIF will provide a robust framework for <strong>evidence-based policymaking<\/strong>, effective <strong>resource allocation<\/strong>, and <strong>sustainable development planning.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SDGs\"><\/span><strong>SDGs<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a <strong>set of 17 global goals<\/strong> adopted by the <strong>United Nations in 2015.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The goals aim to address various <strong>social, economic, and environmental challenges<\/strong> and promote sustainable development worldwide.\u00a0<\/li><li>SDGs are built upon the <strong>Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)<\/strong> and encompass issues including<strong> poverty eradication, gender equality, climate action, and sustainable consumption.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The goals cover a wide range of interconnected areas, such as <strong>education, health, clean energy, biodiversity, and peace and justice.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>It provides a roadmap for transformative change, aiming to create a more equitable, inclusive, and <strong>sustainable world by 2030.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pib.gov.in\/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1872388\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Headquarters_Agreement_HQA\"><\/span><strong>The Headquarters Agreement (HQA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag<\/strong>: GS paper-3: Disaster Management\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"367\" height=\"362\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-142.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15739 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 367px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 367\/362;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-4\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Union Cabinet has given its approval for <strong>ratification of the Headquarters Agreement (HQA) between Government of India (Gol) and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)<\/strong> signed on 22nd August, 2022.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Coalition_for_Disaster_Resilient_Infrastructure_CDRI\"><\/span><strong>About the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The CDRI was launched by India during the <strong>United Nations Climate Action Summit in 2019 at New York<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a major global initiative launched by the Government of India and is seen as India&#8217;s attempts to obtain a global leadership role in climate change and disaster resilience matters.&nbsp;<\/li><li>CDRI is a global partnership of National Governments, UN agencies and programmes, multilateral development banks and financing mechanisms, the private sector, academic and knowledge institutions that aims to promote the resilience of infrastructure systems to climate and disaster risks, thereby ensuring sustainable development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Since its launch, thirty-one (31) Countries, six (06) International Organisations and two (02) private sector organisations have become members of CDRI.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Headquarters_Agreement_HQA\"><\/span><strong>About the Headquarters Agreement (HQA):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In June of 2022, the Cabinet had approved recognition of CDRI as an International Organization and for signing of Headquarters Agreement (HQA) for granting CDRI exemptions, immunities and privileges as contemplated under Section-3 of the UN (P&amp;I) Act, 1947.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This will provide CDRI an independent and international legal persona so that it can carry out its functions internationally, more efficiently.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1935897#:~:text=The%20Union%20Cabinet%20chaired%20by,signed%20on%2022nd%20August%2C%202022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Energy_Transition_Index\"><\/span><strong>Energy Transition Index<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u20133 Environmental Pollution &amp; Degradation, Infrastructure\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,<strong> <\/strong>the World Economic Forum (WEF) has ranked India at the 67th place globally on its Energy Transition Index (ETI).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-2\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"296\" height=\"184\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-143.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15740 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 296px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 296\/184;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The report <strong>highlighted India\u2019s achievements in reducing energy and carbon intensity, achieving universal energy access<\/strong>, and managing electricity affordability.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>India also fared relatively well during the recent energy crisis<\/strong> due to a low share of natural gas in power generation and increased use of existing capacities.\u00a0<\/li><li>Key Highlights\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Sweden topped<\/strong> the list and was <strong>followed by Denmark, Norway, Finland and Switzerland<\/strong> in the top five on the list of 120 countries.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>France (7) was the only G20 Country in the top 10,<\/strong> followed closely by Germany (11), the U.S. (12), and the U.K. (13).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Global average ETI scores increased by 10% since 2014<\/strong> but showed only marginal growth in the past three years.\u00a0<\/li><li>Only 41 countries have made steady progress in the past decade.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Singapore was the only other major economy showing momentum in sustainability, energy security, and equity.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/business\/india-67th-energy-transition-index-sweden-wef-8690299\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gravitational_Vibrations\"><\/span><strong>Gravitational Vibrations<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u2013 3 Scientific Innovations &amp; Discoveries\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, an international team of astronomers announced scientific evidence confirming the presence of gravitational waves using pulsar observations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"204\" height=\"204\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-144.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15741 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-144.png 204w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-144-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-144-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 204px) 100vw, 204px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 204px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 204\/204;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-3\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gravitational waves are <strong>ripples, or disturbances, produced in the fabric of spacetime by large moving objects,<\/strong> something similar to the ripples produced on the surface of water by a moving boat.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The <strong>existence of gravitational waves was predicted by Albert Einstein\u2019s general theory<\/strong> <strong>of relativity<\/strong> in 1916, but its experimental <strong>confirmation came only in 2015.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>This new research indicates that multiple gravitational waves constantly deform and reshape spacetime, influencing the motion of celestial bodies.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Findings\"><\/span><strong>Key Findings:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Scientists have <strong>discovered a \u2018background hum\u2019 rumbling throughout the universe<\/strong>. It <strong>confirms the presence of low-frequency (long-wavelengths) gravitational<\/strong> waves, thought to be constantly rolling through space noise.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They <strong>also set new limits on the strength and frequency of these waves<\/strong>, which are consistent with theoretical predictions.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They are also tantalisingly close to the discovery of nanohertz gravitational waves, which would open up new possibilities for studying galaxy evolution, cosmology, and fundamental physics.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information\"><\/span><strong>More Information:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>India\u2019s Giant Metre wave Radio Telescope (GMRT, Pune) was among the world\u2019s six large telescopes<\/strong> that <strong>played a vital role in providing evidence. <\/strong>The other 5 are located in Germany, the UK, France, Italy and the Netherlands.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source:<a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/technology\/science\/background-hum-of-universe-heard-pune-astrophysics-lab-listens-in-8693340\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Sickle_Cell_Anaemia_Elimination_Mission\"><\/span><strong>National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u20132 Health, General Studies \u20133 Biotechnology\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-3\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,<strong> <\/strong>the Prime Minister of India launched \u2018National Sickle Cell Elimination Mission\u2019 with the target to eradicate the disease by 2047.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-4\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"398\" height=\"266\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-145.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15742 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-145.png 398w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-145-263x175.png 263w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 398px) 100vw, 398px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 398px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 398\/266;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mission: To <strong>improve the care of all Sickle Cell Disease patients for their better future and to lower the prevalence of the disease through a multi-faced coordinated approach<\/strong> towards screening and awareness strategies.\u00a0<\/li><li>Vision: <strong>Eliminate sickle cell disease as a public health problem in India by 2047.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The mission has four main components:<strong> Screening, Prevention, Treatment, Research.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The mission announced in the Union Budget 2023, <strong>will be<\/strong> <strong>launched from a public programme in Shahdol in Madhya Pradesh.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>MP is a state with the highest tribal population in terms of absolute numbers as per Census 2011 and also has the highest burden of sickle cell anaemia.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sickle_cell_anaemia_SCA\"><\/span><strong>Sickle cell anaemia (SCA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is <strong>a genetic disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells (RBCs),<\/strong> which carry oxygen to all parts of the body.\u00a0<\/li><li>Normally, <strong>RBCs are round and flexible, but in SCA, some of them are shaped like sickles or crescent moons<\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>These sickle cells are rigid, sticky and prone to getting trapped in small blood vessels, blocking blood flow and causing pain, tissue damage and organ failure.\u00a0<\/li><li>It not only causes anaemia but also <strong>pain crises, reduced growth, and affects many organs like lungs, heart, kidneys, eyes, bones and the brain.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>It is <strong>more common in the tribal population of India but occurs in non-tribals too<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source:<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/india\/pm-to-launch-national-sickle-cell-elimination-mission-from-mp-today\/articleshow\/101411602.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Times of India<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subansiri_Lower_Hydroelectric_Project_Arunachal_Pradesh\"><\/span><strong>Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (Arunachal Pradesh)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u20133 Economy, Infrastructure\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-4\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,<strong> <\/strong>The Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, a 2,000 Mega Watt project located in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, has achieved the construction of the dam to the top level of Elevation Level 210 M.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-5\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"220\" height=\"156\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-146.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15743 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 220px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 220\/156;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (gravity dam) the biggest hydroelectric project undertaken in India so far and is a run of river scheme on river Subansiri.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>A run-of-river dam is one in which the flow of water in the river downstream of the dam<\/strong> is the same as the flow of water upstream of the dam.\u00a0<\/li><li>The construction of SLHEP is being <strong>undertaken by National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Limited.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subansiri_River\"><\/span>Subansiri River&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Subansiri River or \u201cGold River\u201d is <strong>a trans-Himalayan River and a largest tributary of the Brahmaputra River<\/strong> that flows through Tibet\u2019s Lhuntse County in the Shannan Prefecture, and the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1936491#:~:text=In%20a%20significant%20milestone%20towards,blocks%20on%20June%2029%2C%202023.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Maritime_Heritage_Complex_NMHC_Lothal_Gujarat\"><\/span><strong>National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) (Lothal, Gujarat)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u20131 Ancient Indian History\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-5\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,<strong> <\/strong>the government has announced the development of a National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) in Lothal, Gujarat under the Sagarmala program.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-6\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The NMHC is <strong>being constructed at the historic Indus Valley civilization region of Lothal<\/strong>, Gujarat, <strong>under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways<\/strong> (MoPSW).\u00a0<\/li><li>Its <strong>primary objective is to showcase the maritime heritage of India from ancient to modern times<\/strong>, utilizing an edutainment approach and incorporating the latest technology.\u00a0<\/li><li>It will <strong>include world\u2019s highest light house museum<\/strong>, <strong>world\u2019s largest open aquatic gallery<\/strong>, <strong>India\u2019s largest naval museum<\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>It is <strong>funded by MoPSW and Ministry of Culture<\/strong> through National Culture Fund by way of grant.\u00a0<\/li><li>Unique Features of NMHC: Includes Lothal Mini Recreation; Four theme parks: Memorial, Maritime and Navy, Climate, and Adventure and Amusement; Coastal States Pavilion.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/india-news\/govt-to-develop-national-maritime-heritage-complex-in-guj-for-rs-4-500-cr-123063000826_1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Omans_Duqm_port\"><\/span><strong>Oman\u2019s Duqm port<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>General Studies \u20131 Geography\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-6\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,<strong> <\/strong>National Security Advisor visited the strategic Port of Duqm where Muscat has given access to the Indian Navy to facilitate its presence in the Indian Ocean Region.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"286\" height=\"234\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-147.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15744 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 286px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 286\/234;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-7\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Duqm port is <strong>located in southern Oman on the Arabian Sea<\/strong> and around 500 kilometres from the <strong>Strait of Hormuz.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The port <strong>sits on the northwestern edge of the Indian Ocean<\/strong> and is strategically important for India\u2019s maritime strategy in the Indian Ocean.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>It <strong>offers India access to the Gulf of Oman, the Red Sea, the Indian Ocean, and the Arabian Sea.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>This location is significant as it allows India to counter China\u2019s expanding presence in the region<strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/defence\/nsa-visits-omans-duqm-port-where-indian-navy-has-strategic-access\/articleshow\/101348083.cms?from=mdr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Economic Times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are daily current affairs? 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These can encompass a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, science, technology, sports, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Staying updated with daily current affairs is crucial because it helps individuals make informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. It enables people to understand the world around them, stay aware of significant events, and engage in informed discussions about important issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\"><\/span>Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are various sources for daily current affairs, including newspapers, news websites, television news broadcasts, radio programs, and dedicated apps or newsletters. Social media platforms are also widely used to share and access current affairs information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\"><\/span>Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: To incorporate daily current affairs into your routine, consider setting aside specific times each day to read or watch news updates. You can also subscribe to newsletters or follow news apps to receive curated content. Engaging in discussions with peers or participating in online forums can further enhance your understanding of current events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: When analyzing daily current affairs, it&#8217;s essential to cross-reference information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy. Additionally, consider the source&#8217;s credibility and bias, if any. 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