{"id":42884,"date":"2024-06-25T11:04:10","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T11:04:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=42884"},"modified":"2024-06-25T11:04:12","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T11:04:12","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 24th June 2024 &#8211; Edukemy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/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.\u00a0<\/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-69fcf8808f026\" 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\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fcf8808f026\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Refugee_Crisis_in_India\" title=\"Refugee Crisis in India\">Refugee Crisis in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the 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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#About_Kamjong_District\" title=\"About Kamjong District:\">About Kamjong District:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Refugee_Crisis_in_India-2\" title=\"Refugee Crisis in India:\">Refugee Crisis in India:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Indias_Policy_on_Refugees\" title=\"India&#8217;s Policy on Refugees:\">India&#8217;s Policy on Refugees:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Challenges_Faced_by_India_due_to_Influx_of_Refugees\" title=\"Challenges Faced by India due to Influx of Refugees:\">Challenges Faced by India due to Influx of Refugees:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Way_Ahead\" title=\"Way Ahead:\">Way Ahead:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Indias_Space_Economy\" title=\"India\u2019s Space Economy&nbsp;\">India\u2019s Space Economy&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-2\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#About_Indias_Space_economy\" title=\"About India\u2019s Space economy:\">About India\u2019s Space economy:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Present_Status\" title=\"Present Status:\">Present Status:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Importance_and_Achievements\" title=\"Importance and Achievements:\">Importance and Achievements:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Challenges\" title=\"Challenges:\">Challenges:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Initiatives\" title=\"Initiatives:\">Initiatives:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward:\">Way Forward:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Centre_notifies_new_Telecom_Act\" title=\"Centre notifies new Telecom Act\">Centre notifies new Telecom Act<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-3\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_are_the_Key_Provisions_of_Telecommunications_Act_2023\" title=\"What are the Key Provisions of Telecommunications Act, 2023?\">What are the Key Provisions of Telecommunications Act, 2023?<\/a><\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_are_the_Merits_and_Demerits_of_the_Telecommunications_Act_2023\" title=\"What are the Merits and Demerits of the Telecommunications Act, 2023?\">What are the Merits and Demerits of the Telecommunications Act, 2023?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Merits\" title=\"Merits:\">Merits:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Demerits\" title=\"Demerits:\">Demerits:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_Government_Initiatives_to_Improve_the_Telecom_Sector_In_India\" title=\"What Government Initiatives to Improve the Telecom Sector In India?\">What Government Initiatives to Improve the Telecom Sector In India?<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#IBBI_proposes_amendments_to_insolvency_rules\" title=\"IBBI proposes amendments to insolvency rules\">IBBI proposes amendments to insolvency rules<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-4\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_Insolvency_and_Bankruptcy_Code_IBC\" title=\"What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)?\">What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)?<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_Insolvency_and_Bankruptcy_Board_of_India_IBBI\" title=\"What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI)?\">What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI)?<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_Process_Followed_under_the_IBC\" title=\"What is the Process Followed under the IBC?\">What is the Process Followed under the IBC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_Recent_Proposal_of_IBBI\" title=\"What is the Recent Proposal of IBBI?\">What is the Recent Proposal of IBBI?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Pink_Sand_in_Australia\" title=\"Pink Sand in Australia\">Pink Sand in Australia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-5\" title=\"Why in the news :\">Why in the news :<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Pink_Sand_in_Australia_Beaches_Composition\" title=\"Pink Sand in Australia Beaches: Composition\">Pink Sand in Australia Beaches: Composition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Possible_Sources_of_Garnet_in_Australia\" title=\"Possible Sources of Garnet in Australia:\">Possible Sources of Garnet in Australia:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Indian_policy_on_Myanmar_outlined\" title=\"Indian policy on Myanmar outlined\">Indian policy on Myanmar outlined<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-6\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#India-Myanmar_Relations\" title=\"India-Myanmar Relations:\">India-Myanmar Relations:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Stepping_Out_of_Chinas_Shadow\" title=\"Stepping Out of China\u2019s Shadow:\">Stepping Out of China\u2019s Shadow:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Weapons_Sales_and_Humanitarian_Outreach\" title=\"Weapons Sales and Humanitarian Outreach:\">Weapons Sales and Humanitarian Outreach:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Detention_of_Asylum_Seekers\" title=\"Detention of Asylum Seekers:\">Detention of Asylum Seekers:<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Conclusion-2\" title=\"Conclusion:&nbsp;\">Conclusion:&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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#World_Investment_Report_2024\" title=\"World Investment Report 2024\">World Investment Report 2024<\/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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-7\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the 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-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Key_findings\" title=\"Key findings:\">Key findings:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Worlds_oldest_termite_mound_found_in_South_Africa\" title=\"World\u2019s oldest termite mound found in South Africa&nbsp;\">World\u2019s oldest termite mound found in South Africa&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-8\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Carbon_sequestration_by_termites\" title=\"Carbon sequestration by termites:\">Carbon sequestration by termites:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#School_in_a_Box_Initiative\" title=\"School in a Box Initiative\">School in a Box Initiative<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-9\" title=\"Why in the news?\">Why in the news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#About_the_initiative\" title=\"About the initiative:\">About the initiative:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Benefits_of_the_%E2%80%9CSchool_in_a_Box%E2%80%9D_Initiative\" title=\"Benefits of the &#8220;School in a Box&#8221; Initiative:\">Benefits of the &#8220;School in a Box&#8221; Initiative:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#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-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#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-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#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-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#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-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#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: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?\">Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#To_get_free_counselingsupport_on_UPSC_preparation_from_expert_mentors_please_call_9773890604\" title=\"To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604\">To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-24th-june-2024-edukemy\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refugee_Crisis_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Refugee Crisis in India<\/strong><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\u2013 3 \u2013 Internal Security\u2013 External &amp; Internal problems- Refugee\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently,fearing &#8220;aerial bombardment and attacks,&#8221; around 5,400 people from Myanmar have sought refuge in Manipur&#8217;s Kamjong district.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcpL-kJ4uCChy5u6v3QsWR5KV1KwHM_jDRGufA5k9N8vIj3KjI7ZqcMFu3AY0WuIBiT6CFlKRszrg5XqZAYiPkPUndDHH30bFnZf6eWned0_nplwm-AVpIDRE4WgPX649ORZZsW8wqSOpySq0sn2ijjFCWXQCcDFRo1mgRp-ZdXigjBYRh52Q?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Kamjong District\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Kamjong District<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Kamjong_District\"><\/span><strong>About Kamjong District:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Kamjong district shares its eastern border with Myanmar.<\/li><li><strong>Neighbouring Districts:<\/strong> To the west are Thoubal and Kangpokpi districts, dominated by Meiteis and Kuki-Zos respectively.<\/li><li><strong>Post-2021 Coup Migration:<\/strong> Since the 2021 military coup in Myanmar, many people have crossed over to Mizoram and Manipur due to shared ethnic ties with the local populations.<\/li><li>India and Myanmar share an unfenced border; however, earlier this year, the Union Home Minister announced the suspension of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) with Myanmar.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Assam Rifles are deployed along the Myanmar border.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refugee_Crisis_in_India-2\"><\/span><strong>Refugee Crisis in India:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Afghan Refugees:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Cause:<\/strong> The resurgence of the Taliban in Afghanistan has led to an influx of Afghan refugees seeking safety and asylum in India.<\/li><li><strong>Demographics<\/strong>: Many of these refugees are Sikhs and Hindus facing religious persecution.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Rohingya Crisis:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Cause: <\/strong>Rohingya Muslims from Myanmar have sought refuge in India due to ethnic violence and persecution in Myanmar\u2019s Rakhine State.<\/li><li><strong>Government Stance<\/strong>: India has been grappling with their status, with the government taking a firm stance on their deportation.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Tibetan Refugees:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Cause: <\/strong>Tibetans have been living in India since the 1959 Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule.<\/li><li><strong>Status:<\/strong> They are granted refugee status and live primarily in settlements in states like Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Policy_on_Refugees\"><\/span><strong>India&#8217;s Policy on Refugees:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Non-Signatory Status: <\/strong>India is not a signatory to the 1951 UN Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and the 1967 Protocol.<\/li><li><strong>Foreigners Act of 1946<\/strong>: Section 3: Empowers the Central government to detect, detain, and deport illegal foreign nationals.<\/li><li><strong>Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920<\/strong>: Section 5: Authorities can forcibly remove an illegal foreigner under Article 258(1) of the Constitution of India.<\/li><li><strong>Registration of Foreigners Act of 1939:<\/strong> All foreign nationals (excluding Overseas Citizens of India) visiting India on a long-term visa (more than 180 days) must register with a Registration Officer within 14 days of arrival.<\/li><li><strong>Citizenship Act, 1955<\/strong>: Covers renunciation, termination, and deprivation of citizenship.<\/li><li><strong>Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 (CAA)<\/strong>: Seeks to provide citizenship to Hindu, Christian, Jain, Parsi, Sikh, and Buddhist immigrants persecuted in Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.<\/li><li><strong>Illegal Immigrants:<\/strong> According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, foreign nationals who enter the country without valid travel documents are treated as illegal immigrants.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_Faced_by_India_due_to_Influx_of_Refugees\"><\/span><strong>Challenges Faced by India due to Influx of Refugees:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Resource Strain: <\/strong>Hosting refugees increases the demand for resources such as food, water, housing, and healthcare, particularly in regions where infrastructure is already overburdened.<\/li><li><strong>Legal and Administrative Concerns:<\/strong> The absence of a comprehensive legal framework for refugees in India leads to difficulties in determining their legal status and providing access to essential services like education and employment.<\/li><li><strong>Social Cohesion: <\/strong>The presence of large numbers of refugees can strain social cohesion, potentially causing tensions with local communities, especially when resources are perceived as limited.<\/li><li><strong>Security Concerns:<\/strong> The influx of refugees raises security concerns, including the potential infiltration of extremist elements and challenges in monitoring movements across porous borders.<\/li><li><strong>Diplomatic Relations: <\/strong>Hosting refugees can complicate diplomatic relations with neighbouring countries or countries of origin, particularly in cases of geopolitical tensions or disputes.<\/li><li><strong>Integration Issues:<\/strong> Integrating refugees into Indian society is difficult due to language barriers, cultural differences, and the lack of specific programs or policies designed for their integration.<\/li><li><strong>Economic Impact:<\/strong> Refugees often compete for low-skilled jobs, affecting the local job market. Additionally, their potential economic contributions through entrepreneurship or labour are frequently underutilised.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Ahead\"><\/span><strong>Way Ahead:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Refugee Status Determination<\/strong>: Develop clear procedures for determining refugee status and provide appropriate legal protections.<\/li><li><strong>Access to Rights:<\/strong> Guarantee refugees access to essential rights such as education, healthcare, and employment.<\/li><li><strong>Regional Collaboration: <\/strong>Collaborate with neighbouring countries and international organisations to manage refugee flows and share responsibilities.<\/li><li><strong>Bilateral Agreements:<\/strong> Enhance diplomatic relations to facilitate the safe return or resettlement of refugees.<\/li><li><strong>Empowerment Initiatives: <\/strong>Encourage initiatives that economically and socially empower refugees, such as vocational training and language education.<\/li><li><strong>Conflict Resolution<\/strong>: Tackle the root causes of displacement through diplomatic efforts and support for peacebuilding initiatives.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question:<\/strong><br><strong>Prelims<\/strong><br><strong>Q.:1 Consider the following pairs: (2016)<\/strong><br>Community sometimes in the affairs of mentioned in the news<br>1. Kurd \u2014 Bangladesh<br>2. Madhesi \u2014 Nepal<br>3. Rohingya \u2014 Myanmar<br><strong>Which of the pairs given above is\/are correctly matched?<\/strong><br>(a) 1 and 2<br>(b) 2 only<br>(c) 2 and 3<br>(d) 3 only<br><strong>Ans- (c)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/over-5000-refugees-sheltering-in-manipurs-naga-district-fearing-aerial-bombardment-attacks-in-myanmar-assam-rifles-dg\/article68313232.ece#:~:text=Fearing%20%E2%80%9Caerial%20bombardment%20and%20attacks,district%20since%20November%20last%20year.\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Space_Economy\"><\/span><strong>India\u2019s Space Economy&nbsp;<\/strong><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, Science &amp; Technology\u2013 Space Technology\u2014 Achievements of Indians in Technology<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the Indian Government said that the country\u2019s share in the global space economy is projected to increase fourfold by 2030 compared to 2021.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXf2aVT6aP6fIAuef4Ca76MejOtgxoywn2n2BCk_Tr7XDFTsmtqPbvPTnva3NhAkmnqOfWYoTDQWEuXR2-HeNwmXbgf56Bw7mnfllAmmIxlkJ3uzYwubrpGTQnx5h0ADeD4P2HzjFCFpPPeFNdSccJzB_idIvaJNz764kqwOVaKoycar5vSkmA?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"India\u2019s Space Economy\u00a0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>India\u2019s Space Economy\u00a0<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Indias_Space_economy\"><\/span><strong>About India\u2019s Space economy:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India has established itself as a pioneer in space exploration, evolving from transporting rocket parts on bullock carts to achieving milestones like launching a record number of satellites in a single mission.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Present_Status\"><\/span><strong>Present Status:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>According to a report by the World Economic Forum and McKinsey, the global space industry was valued at $630 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a rate of 9% annually, reaching $1.8 trillion by 2035.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India&#8217;s space economy, valued at $8.4 billion in 2023, currently represents approximately 2-3% of the global space economy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India has earned $174 million from launching foreign satellites, with $157 million of that total earned over the past nine years alone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_and_Achievements\"><\/span><strong>Importance and Achievements:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ISRO has established itself as a reliable global player in satellite launches with its Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) series.<\/li><li>India has achieved milestones in advanced technologies with successful missions like Chandrayaan-3, Aditya-L1, and XpoSat. Notably, the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) in 2013 made India the first nation to reach Martian orbit on its maiden attempt.<\/li><li>India&#8217;s Space Technology has widespread applications across sectors such as Disaster Management, SVAMITVA, PM Gati Shakti, Railways, Highways, Smart Cities, Agriculture, Water Mapping, Telemedicine, and Robotic Surgery.<\/li><li>The Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), or NavIC, provides precise positioning information across India and its surrounding regions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Upcoming missions:<\/strong>In 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) plans to launch the Gaganyaan mission, India&#8217;s first manned space mission.ISRO is also preparing for a mission to study Venus, focusing on its surface and atmosphere, aimed at gathering valuable scientific data.NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) is a joint Earth-observing mission between NASA and ISRO. It will be the first radar of its kind in space designed to systematically map Earth.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges\"><\/span><strong>Challenges:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ISRO operates on a constrained budget compared to other major space agencies, limiting the scale and frequency of its missions and launches.<\/li><li>India&#8217;s satellite manufacturing and testing infrastructure is less extensive and advanced than that of the USA and European nations.<\/li><li>Regulatory frameworks and bureaucratic processes can hinder private sector growth and innovation in the space sector.<\/li><li>Indian entities, including ISRO and private companies, face challenges competing globally due to resource limitations and technology gaps.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initiatives\"><\/span><strong>Initiatives:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Indian Space Policy 2023 allows Non-Governmental Entities (NGEs) to participate comprehensively in all aspects of space activities.<\/li><li>The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) was established to facilitate private sector engagement in space ventures.<\/li><li>India now hosts nearly 200 private space startups, which have emerged since the sector was opened up, with some transforming from earlier roles into entrepreneurs.<\/li><li>Private space startups have invested over Rs. 1,000 crore in the current financial year (April-December 2023).<\/li><li>NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), operating under the Department of Space (DoS), serves as ISRO&#8217;s commercial arm, assisting NGEs in commercialising space technologies and platforms.<\/li><li>Amendments to the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy permit 100% FDI for satellite manufacturing, satellite data products, and ground and user segments, with up to 74% allowed through the automatic route, subject to government approval beyond 74%.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India&#8217;s space sector, leveraging ISRO, NSIL, IN-SPACe, and its startup ecosystem, aims to excel globally and innovate for societal benefits.<\/li><li>Government support is crucial as space tech entrepreneurs initiate private sector participation, pivotal for India&#8217;s space economy success.<\/li><li>Strategic investments in infrastructure, manufacturing, innovation, and education are pivotal for India to achieve a US$44 billion space economy by 2033, reinforcing global leadership in space technology.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Mains<\/strong><br><strong>Q.1 What is India\u2019s plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme? (2019)<\/strong><br><strong>Q.2 Discuss India\u2019s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How the application of this technology helped India in its socio-economic development? (2016)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsonair.gov.in\/countrys-share-in-global-space-economy-is-projected-to-increase-four-fold-by-2030-govt\/\"><em>AIR<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Centre_notifies_new_Telecom_Act\"><\/span><strong>Centre notifies new Telecom Act<\/strong><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 &#8211; 2, Government Policies &amp; Interventions \u2013 E-Governance, GS &#8211; 3, Sci. &amp; Tech. Achievements of Indians in Science &amp; Technology<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-3\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the Centre has partially notified the Telecommunications Act, making provisions including sections 1, 2, 10, and 30 effective from June 26.<\/li><li>The Telecom Bill was passed in December 2023 by the Indian Parliament.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXdSB9GtLilh64BnGSg4tgXPuIzTbOn1fccc6L0Yyp_eL4dotd3y_L6QazlO2Jm7RU3iFjBKTIAB9hwJuYh4Z9fscTgZevPDX_RLHQFNYC9IYLK94tmnBbmRMPvDRsXLDk35Oi7KXa7GliW3hDBXv0J-Gu6swg2_6r1azxFD4n027PMD0TPDV0w?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Telecommunications Act, 2023\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Telecommunications Act, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Key_Provisions_of_Telecommunications_Act_2023\"><\/span><strong>What are the Key Provisions of Telecommunications Act, 2023?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Authorization and Licensing Requirements:<\/strong><ul><li>Prior central government authorization is mandatory for telecommunication services or networks.<\/li><li>Existing licences remain valid for their period or up to five years.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Spectrum Allocation and Usage:<\/strong><ul><li>Spectrum assigned via auctions, except for national security, disaster management, and satellite services.<\/li><li>Government can re-purpose frequencies and allows spectrum sharing, trading, leasing, and surrender.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Satellite Internet Provision:<\/strong><ul><li>Legislation allocates spectrum to satellite internet providers like OneWeb and Starlink.<\/li><li>Active authorizations granted to OneWeb and Jio for satellite-based internet.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Surveillance and Suspension Powers:<\/strong><ul><li>Government can intercept, monitor, or block messages for public safety or emergencies.<\/li><li>Telecom services can be suspended and infrastructure temporarily possessed during emergencies.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regulation and Standards:<\/strong><ul><li>Central government prescribes standards for telecom equipment and infrastructure.<\/li><li>Amendments to TRAI Act require chairpersons and members to have extensive professional experience.<\/li><li>Chairpersons need 30 years of experience and board-level or CEO experience; members need 25 years.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Digital Bharat Nidhi and OTT Services:<\/strong><ul><li>USOF was retained as Digital Bharat Nidhi for research and development.<\/li><li>OTT services excluded from the Telecom Act, regulated under the potential Digital India Act, 2023.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Legal Offences and Penalties:<\/strong><ul><li>Bill specifies criminal and civil offences, including unauthorised telecom services and term breaches.<\/li><li>Penalties range from fines to imprisonment, adjudicated by designated officers and committees.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>National Security Measures:<\/strong><ul><li>Post-2020 India-China conflict measures integrated, preventing telecom equipment imports from adversarial nations.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXffzsseSnxBOzcerb-axZqooH7uO-eixpgmGeZ5LZhz_n1byOuFBWkjKUw_pkSEHZ1YSpNLQvuiQfuJzNEzyhHnOcOlu4x1FQljGKWHEzkXC7-4c8PjD9svxfYxuPIxg5rD58TqDl1tdPA_p64B20AVO2Wj2AYIbbiW_BymvIo1wEr_ol2u3o4?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Telecommunications Act, 2023\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Telecommunications Act, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Merits_and_Demerits_of_the_Telecommunications_Act_2023\"><\/span><strong>What are the Merits and Demerits of the Telecommunications Act, 2023?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merits\"><\/span><strong>Merits:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Shifts to New Paradigms:<\/strong><ul><li>The Telecommunication Act 2023 replaces outdated acts, accommodating the evolving landscape of human-human, human-machine, and machine-machine communications.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Navigates Different Communication Technologies:<\/strong><ul><li>The Act navigates generations of communication technologies, including voice calls, messaging, video calls, wearables, and Industry 4.0.<\/li><li>It anticipates the integration of AI, IoT, and quantum computing in future communications.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Forward Steps:<\/strong><ul><li>Emphasises promoting competition and mobilising resources for infrastructure upgrades in a debt-laden industry.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Technology Neutrality in Spectrum Use:<\/strong><ul><li>Advocates for technology neutrality in spectrum use, ensuring telecom services are not defined by technology type.<\/li><li>Ensures non-discriminatory, non-exclusive access to infrastructure for new market entrants on commercial terms.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regulatory Convergence for Digital Technologies:<\/strong><ul><li>Addresses the convergence of telecommunications and the internet, stressing the need for regulatory convergence.<\/li><li>Acknowledges the challenge of fragmented oversight over converged services, questioning the efficacy of separate licences and administrative departments.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Demerits\"><\/span><strong>Demerits:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Contested Provisions and Privacy Concerns:<\/strong><ul><li>The Act does not adequately address concerns about government powers during safety standards and emergencies, potentially infringing on privacy with limited accountability.<\/li><li>Balancing safety with privacy is a critical concern for governing officers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Challenges in 5G\/6G Implementation:<\/strong><ul><li>India faces challenges in 5G adoption due to unattractive use cases, poor monetization, and insufficient infrastructure investment.<\/li><li>Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel&#8217;s commitment to reducing capex post-2023-24 raises concerns.<\/li><li>The Act lacks a specific approach to promote 5G and 6G infrastructure development in a timely manner.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Government_Initiatives_to_Improve_the_Telecom_Sector_In_India\"><\/span><strong>What Government Initiatives<\/strong> <strong>to Improve the Telecom Sector In India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface (PM-WANI)<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Enhance internet access and connectivity.<\/li><li><strong>Implementation<\/strong>: Public data offices (PDOs) set up nationwide.<\/li><li><strong>Cost: <\/strong>Provides free or affordable internet services.<\/li><li><strong>Infrastructure:<\/strong> Utilises existing Wi-Fi networks.<\/li><li><strong>Impact: <\/strong>Increases digital inclusion, especially in rural areas.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Bharatnet Project:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Provide high-speed broadband to rural India.<\/li><li><strong>Scope: <\/strong>Connects all Gram Panchayats (GPs) via optical fibre.<\/li><li><strong>Phases:<\/strong> Three phases for comprehensive coverage.<\/li><li><strong>Speed:<\/strong> Aims for minimum 100 Mbps speed.<\/li><li><strong>Reach: <\/strong>Targets 2.5 lakh GPs across the country.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Production Linked Incentive (PLI):<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Objective: <\/strong>Boost domestic telecom equipment manufacturing.<\/li><li><strong>Incentives<\/strong>: Financial incentives for manufacturers.<\/li><li><strong>Focus Areas<\/strong>: Covers various telecom and networking products.<\/li><li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>Spread over five years.<\/li><li><strong>Impact:<\/strong> Aims to make India a global manufacturing hub.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Bharat 6G Alliance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Research and development of 6G technology.<\/li><li><strong>Collaboration: <\/strong>Involves government, industry, and academia.<\/li><li><strong>Innovation: <\/strong>Focuses on future telecom technologies.<\/li><li><strong>Strategy: <\/strong>Prepares India for 6G deployment by 2030.<\/li><li><strong>Global Leadership<\/strong>: Aims to position India as a leader in 6G.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, India&#8217;s telecom sector expansion is crucial for digital transformation. The Telecommunications Act, 2023 aims to foster service competition, shift to fibre-based networks, and promote technological dynamism, focusing on tangible progress and ushering in a new telecommunications era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Prelims<\/strong><br><strong>Q:1 In India, which of the following reviews the Independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.? (2019)<\/strong><br>1. Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament<br>2. Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees<br>3. Finance Commission<br>4. Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission<br>5. NITI Aayog<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>(a) 1 and 2 only\u00a0<br>(b) 1, 3 and 4 only\u00a0<br>(c) 3, 4 and 5 only\u00a0<br>(d) 2 and 5 only<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Q:2 In India, the term \u201cPublic Key Infrastructure\u201d is used in the context of (2020)<\/strong><br>(a) Digital security infrastructure<br>(b) Food security infrastructure<br>(c) Health care and education infrastructure<br>(d) Telecommunication and transportation infrastructure<br><strong>Ans: (a)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Q:3 Which of the following is\/are the aims\/aims of the \u201cDigital India\u201d Plan of the Government of India? (2018)<\/strong><br>1. Formation of India\u2019s own Internet companies like China did.<br>2. Establish a policy framework to encourage overseas multinational corporations that collect Big Data to build their large data centres within our national geographical boundaries.<br>3. Connect many of our villages to the Internet and bring Wi-Fi to many of our schools, public places and major tourist centres.<br><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/strong><br>(a) 1 and 2 only\u00a0<br>(b) 3 only\u00a0<br>(c) 2 and 3 only<br>(d) 1, 2 and 3<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindubusinessline.com\/info-tech\/centre-notifies-new-telecom-act-effective-june-26-replaces-138-year-old-telegraph-act\/article68318159.ece#:~:text=The%20Telecommunications%20Act%202023%20comes,Neeraj%20Mittal%20tweeted%20last%20night\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBBI_proposes_amendments_to_insolvency_rules\"><\/span><strong>IBBI proposes amendments to insolvency rules<\/strong><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, Economy- Growth &amp; Development \u2013 Transparency &amp; Accountability\u2013 Banking Sector &amp; NBFC<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-4\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has proposed amendments to the Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Process regulations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcgoTs7B92IhssYCVp-wHqDI15BJWILRrdl3EWts6j9FxUVGhh-QMgjp8ehiIidX4hYUXpRRG3UurVFBxA_Bt1NheJBTWJ-gMvUWkNdoctYe9AwSyR71-yayT0H4DUXsQeR7bCfmnu5Jt3NuLq-AOFepLwJalbOt8MXn2b0r0-ppXcrUBbsRwI?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>These amendments aim to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase transparency in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), benefiting creditors and other stakeholders.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Insolvency_and_Bankruptcy_Code_IBC\"><\/span><strong>What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Insolvency vs. Bankruptcy<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Insolvency:<\/strong> Results from an inability to pay debts due to a lack of assets.<\/li><li><strong>Bankruptcy:<\/strong> Occurs when an application is presented to an authority declaring insolvency and requesting to be declared bankrupt.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>About the IBC 2016:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Purpose:<\/strong> The bankruptcy law of India, aimed at consolidating the existing framework into a single law for insolvency and bankruptcy.<\/li><li><strong>Efficiency: <\/strong>Provides a one-stop solution for resolving insolvencies, replacing the previously lengthy and economically unviable process.<\/li><li><strong>Protection: <\/strong>Aims to protect the interests of small investors and simplify the process of doing business.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Insolvency_and_Bankruptcy_Board_of_India_IBBI\"><\/span><strong>What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It regulates insolvency proceedings and oversees entities such as Insolvency Professional Agencies (IPA), Insolvency Professionals (IP), and Information Utilities (IU) in India.<\/li><li>Established on October 1, 2016, it was given statutory powers through the IBC 2016.<\/li><li>Operating under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, it covers individuals, companies, limited liability partnerships, and partnership firms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Process_Followed_under_the_IBC\"><\/span><strong>What is the Process Followed under the IBC?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>When a corporate debtor (CD) defaults on loan repayment, either the creditor or the debtor can initiate a Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under Section 6 of the IBC.<\/li><li>Previously, the minimum default amount for applying for insolvency was \u20b91 lakh, but due to pandemic-related stress on companies, the government raised it to \u20b91 crore.<\/li><li>To apply for insolvency, one must approach an adjudicating authority (AA) as specified by the IBC. Various benches of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) across India serve as the designated AAs.<\/li><li>The Tribunal has 14 days to admit or reject the application, or it must provide a reason for any delay in admission. Once the application is admitted by the AA, the CIRP begins.<\/li><li>The mandatory deadline for completing the resolution process is 330 days.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Recent_Proposal_of_IBBI\"><\/span><strong>What is the Recent Proposal of IBBI?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Comprehensive Valuation Report for Corporate Debtor:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Proposal:<\/strong> The IBBI suggests that a registered valuer should submit a comprehensive valuation report for the corporate debtor as a whole, rather than separate valuations for different asset classes.<\/li><li><strong>Single Valuer for Small Entities:<\/strong> For companies with assets up to \u20b91,000 crore and MSMEs, the board proposes appointing only one registered valuer for fair value and liquidation value estimates. Due to complexity, two valuers can be appointed if necessary.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Interim Resolution Professional:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Proposal: <\/strong>To prevent delays in appointing authorised representatives (AR) for creditors, the IBBI proposes allowing the interim resolution professional to make these appointments.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Issue of Release of Guarantees in the Resolution Plan:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Proposal: <\/strong>Any proposal by the applicant will not extinguish creditors&#8217; rights to proceed against guarantors and enforce the realisation of guarantees governed through various agreements.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Significance of These Proposals:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Consistency: <\/strong>These proposals aim to eliminate inconsistencies between the CIRP regulations and the Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules.<\/li><li><strong>Efficiency<\/strong>: These measures will reduce CIRP costs and expedite the process for small entities.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong><br><br><strong>Prelims<\/strong><br><strong>Q:1 Which of the following statements best describes the term \u2018Scheme for Sustainable Structuring of Stressed Assets (S4A)\u2019, recently seen in the news? (2017)<\/strong><br>(a) It is a procedure for considering ecological costs of developmental schemes formulated by the Government.<br>(b) It is a scheme of RBI for reworking the financial structure of big corporate entities facing genuine difficulties.<br>(c) It is a disinvestment plan of the Government regarding Central Public Sector Undertakings.<br>(d) It is an important provision in \u2018The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code\u2019 recently implemented by the Government.<br><strong>Ans: (b)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/business\/Economy\/ibbi-proposes-amendments-to-insolvency-rules-seeks-public-comments\/article68313916.ece\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pink_Sand_in_Australia\"><\/span><strong>Pink Sand in Australia<\/strong><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, Ecology &amp; Environment- Biodiversity- Conversation- Geographical phenomena<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-5\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news :<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, Australian researchers have discovered that pink garnet sand on South Australian beaches originates from ancient Antarctic mountains.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeytTt-sK7Y3Q7q-nEOaDXfv8E1TNZkk9Zg-pGwCTloxoFKJv22_hYT-IeE57llXK-3dLgX780UWP6C1wRzP5wrDvyKY0ActfwQLd_p3J2YO0nMhnSFaKUdpHGcwH-QtftHXfBhthHsaOQK7ZZXul28tFMCYCnXWkHWihaCBPTEBVlBD01WAME?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Pink Sand in Australia \" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Pink Sand in Australia <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The research has provided new insights into the timing of the subduction of the Australian tectonic plate beneath the Pacific plate and has revealed the existence of previously unknown ancient mountains in Antarctica.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pink_Sand_in_Australia_Beaches_Composition\"><\/span><strong>Pink Sand in Australia Beaches: Composition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The pink sand is composed of a mineral called garnet. Garnet is rare in beach sand, as it is destroyed by prolonged exposure to the waves and currents of the ocean.<\/li><li>It requires high temperatures to form and is usually associated with formation of large mountain belts.<\/li><li>In Australia, Garnet is known to have formed locally during the Delamerian orogeny, an event which created the Adelaide Fold Belt around 514\u2013490 million years ago, and during the formation of the Gawler Craton in western South Australia between 3.3\u20131.4 billion years ago.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_Sources_of_Garnet_in_Australia\"><\/span><strong>Possible Sources of Garnet in Australia:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Kimberlite Pipes:<\/strong><ul><li>Garnets can reach the surface via carrot-shaped volcanic structures called kimberlite pipes (found in South Australia, e.g. at Eurelia).<\/li><li>However, these deposits are far from the coast, are not very abundant, and are only around 170\u2013190 million years old, thus unlikely to be the source of beach garnets.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Prolonged Erosion of Adelaide Fold Belt:<\/strong><ul><li>Garnet typically forms in greater volumes in places where the crust is thick, such as under mountains.<\/li><li>As the mountains erode, the garnet may be revealed as a record of the former mountain belt.<\/li><li>The erosion of the Adelaide Fold Belt, which stretched north from Adelaide for hundreds of kilometres, developed between 514 million and 490 million years ago, could be another possible source.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Gawler Craton:<\/strong><ul><li>It is a huge slab of ancient rock beneath South Australia with outcrops in the Adelaide Fold Belt.<\/li><li>It contains plenty of garnet that formed in several episodes between 3.3 billion-1.4 billion years ago.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Result of the new findings:<\/strong><ul><li>Recent research found that most garnets formed around 590 million years ago.<\/li><li>Thus, the beach sand garnets were far too young to have come from the Gawler Craton, but too old to have come from the eroding Adelaide Fold Belt.<\/li><li>Garnet dating to the same period has been found previously in an outcrop in the Transantarctic Mountains in East Antarctica.<\/li><li>Ice-flow indicators along South Australia Shorelines reveal that the garnet-rich glacial sands were brought to Australia by a north-west moving ice sheet during the Late Palaeozoic Ice Age, when Australia and Antarctica were connected in supercontinent Gondwana.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeH7cruMhEBSVNFDyR8M1HEZMHBpFJiWrAK6tFqxG1iPLf2a2iGRq9LMm9eGGmSAV13ouJG3aSAIqFZ_DzPngdoVCNXZF884U5DLJGFbTJL78b1E4E89fjVk9FlXuUqO3nmPTh0qbahIRTdJM2RXG8Jn9ilFNAXILYWjXu4FDUZqbixF7O_igw?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Australia and Antarctica\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>Australia and Antarctica<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The garnet deposits were then locally stored in glacial sedimentary deposits along the southern Australian margin until erosion liberated them and waves and tides concentrated them on the South Australian beaches.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>&nbsp;(<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/australias-enigmatic-pink-sand-was-born-in-antarctic-mountains-new-research\/article68303376.ece\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_policy_on_Myanmar_outlined\"><\/span><strong>Indian policy on Myanmar outlined<\/strong><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-IR- India &amp; Its Neighborhood &#8211; Relations<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-6\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Despite ongoing violence by Myanmar&#8217;s military, India maintains formal relations three years after the 2021 coup, with reported killings, injuries, and displacements of its people.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfbRCVJ77ulOyj76acwf0ZOYON7nE5X1MbyoUyydfrihrYLWQaFu_XmQf8ocnins3CCwxnc32T0AFnq1D4uDBbMLwhgACHAfUW3d3Qz3FWYuRaEmJ67hhj88VVc-vb7qwUAbpurlDfDdleVWl4yRixVF0Z2iihbiMLQMJ5Ug_FmMI7sImOo-20?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Indian policy on Myanmar\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>Indian policy on Myanmar<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India-Myanmar_Relations\"><\/span><strong>India-Myanmar Relations:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Engagement with Junta:<\/strong> Despite the 2021 military coup, India maintains formal relations with Myanmar&#8217;s junta.<\/li><li><strong>Policy Justification: <\/strong>Indian foreign policy scholars argue that engaging with the junta protects India\u2019s strategic interests in Myanmar.<\/li><li><strong>Lack of Engagement with Pro-Democracy Forces:<\/strong> The Narendra Modi government has not actively engaged with Myanmar\u2019s pro-democracy resistance.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stepping_Out_of_Chinas_Shadow\"><\/span><strong>Stepping Out of China\u2019s Shadow:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Balancing Values and Interests<\/strong>: India\u2019s Myanmar policy should integrate progressive values with strategic interests, leveraging democratic principles for regional influence.<\/li><li><strong>Federal Democracy Model:<\/strong> India can promote its federal democracy model to support Myanmar\u2019s democratic resistance seeking a federal constitution.<\/li><li><strong>Capacity-Building and Exchange: <\/strong>India can assist Myanmar\u2019s pro-democracy forces through capacity-building programs, distinguishing itself from China&#8217;s approach.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weapons_Sales_and_Humanitarian_Outreach\"><\/span><strong>Weapons Sales and Humanitarian Outreach:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ceasing Weapons Sales:<\/strong> India should halt the sale of military hardware to Myanmar\u2019s military, which reportedly uses these weapons against civilians.<\/li><li><strong>Establishing Humanitarian Corridors:<\/strong> Open humanitarian corridors in conflict-affected regions like Sagaing Region, Chin State, and northern Rakhine State to facilitate aid delivery.<\/li><li><strong>Lift Border Fencing Plans: <\/strong>Suspend the plan to fence the India-Myanmar border to ease the movement of humanitarian aid and assistance.<\/li><li><strong>Collaboration with NGOs:<\/strong> Partner with local and international NGOs to ensure humanitarian aid reaches affected populations without interference from the Myanmar junta.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Detention_of_Asylum_Seekers\"><\/span><strong>Detention of Asylum Seekers:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Halting Deportations: <\/strong>India should stop deporting asylum seekers from Myanmar, given the risks they face back home.<\/li><li><strong>Upholding International Principles:<\/strong> Adhere to non-refoulement principles to protect refugees from deportation to unsafe conditions.<\/li><li><strong>Ensuring Humane Treatment: <\/strong>Treat asylum seekers as refugees entitled to humanitarian assistance, including releasing detained Chin refugees in Assam and providing suitable shelter.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion-2\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion:&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, India has a pivotal opportunity to bolster Myanmar&#8217;s pro-democracy movement by leveraging its federal democratic model and initiating capacity-building and knowledge exchange programs. This proactive approach can foster democratic ideals and strengthen regional stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Questions (PYQs)<\/strong><br><br><strong>MainsQ:1 Cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently emanating across the India-Myanmar border. Also, discuss the steps to counter the challenges. (2019)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source:\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/a-progressive-indian-policy-on-myanmar-outlined\/article68317751.ece#:~:text=Regardless%20of%20the%20fact%20that,Indian%20state%20to%20do%20so\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"World_Investment_Report_2024\"><\/span><strong>World Investment Report 2024<\/strong><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, Economy- Growth &amp; Development- Investment \u2013 Reports<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-7\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, The World Investment Report 2024 was released by the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcUlDI1izUIWKY1291O8A_hk-Zb3jgPWAjlKb1GY1cmbWx4EZr8fJxUYlHN9yUkWLDAp6-J8c0W7Atmo3Vn65kpMG9GCvQw1racZxEeJtsDyq1arDytB50NT12O0PgkEdwvo-cL7i43jx0DxD7sMpTVTk4iOiQO8xhm3slXVfZdz9vd2hBPSwI?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"World Investment Report 2024\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption><strong>World Investment Report 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_findings\"><\/span><strong>Key findings:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Global foreign direct investment (FDI) fell by 2% to $1.3 trillion in 2023 amid an economic slowdown and rising geopolitical tensions.<\/li><li>FDI flows in Europe jumped from negative $106 billion in 2022 to positive $16 billion because of volatility in conduit economies. In contrast, in Africa, it declined by 3%, in Asia by 8% and in Latin America and the Caribbean by 1%.<\/li><li>FDI in critical minerals nearly doubled. Infrastructure and digital economy sectors witnessed lower investment.<\/li><li>International investment in sectors relevant for the Sustainable Development Goals in developing countries declined in 2023.<\/li><li>The sustainable finance market continues to grow, but there are clear signs of a slowdown. Greenwashing poses the most significant challenge to the sustainable fund market.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfkkh0ESojSXD4DiuJHB3Y05k223T5ub0IxBnQ_xLI1eCgADnj0mGA1IggPcGlZo8VlRkmfu9k2VAarbB0IJHpNjU6AzbftSXBSskH2DFrM849JhUDDFiNlxjd8B-dwSvATKU-slcK6vIvaJeK3wdXwsSATwsEJvnjhm7phnoyezpZhl4aYIW4?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Global foreign direct investment \" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>Global foreign direct investment <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>UN Conference on Trade and Development:<\/strong> It is the UN\u2019s leading institution dealing with trade and development.It is a permanent intergovernmental body established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1964.\u00a0Its objective is to assist developing countries, especially the least developed countries, and countries with economies in transition, to integrate beneficially into the global economy.Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.UNCTAD membership consists of 195 states.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source:&nbsp; <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/africa\/green-signal-significant-foreign-investment-in-africa-s-clean-energy-sector-in-2023-encouraging-says-unctad-96819\"><strong><em>DTE<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worlds_oldest_termite_mound_found_in_South_Africa\"><\/span><strong>World\u2019s oldest termite mound found in South Africa&nbsp;<\/strong><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 &#8211; 3, Ecology &amp; Environment &#8211; Biodiversity<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-8\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, Scientists have discovered the world\u2019s oldest inhabited termite mounds along the Buffels River in Namaqualand, South Africa.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfN6BcnlJZ0t9XHKy4AztOw_y3chvB29srYVMSrdZ_Irx87GAgENPKQ6cpPOaJyp9OCBKsfZvncX59guiJKyWfnlOx9KQq9oWWtSNoyL_Q3h-7B88H2WNsh-yyXF9qgvlW1tik9YNpyW7X7Q-RVOD7HjJytITs0J0bHgSJjv3zkkjfHpkdjNns?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"Namaqualand\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>Namaqualand<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Namaqualand is a global biodiversity hotspot renowned for its spring flowers, but it is a dry area. Surface water is in short supply, and the groundwater is saline.<\/li><li>The termite mounds, called \u2018heuweltjies\u2019 in Afrikaans (meaning \u2018little hills\u2019) are inhabited by the southern harvester termite, <em>Microhodotermes viator<\/em>.<\/li><li>Radiocarbon dating of the organic carbon within these mounds has shown ages ranging from 13,000 to 19,000 years, while the carbonate dates back up to 34,000 years.<\/li><li>This makes the Buffels River mounds the oldest active termite mounds with both organic &amp; inorganic carbon. The previous oldest inhabited mounds from different species from Brazil are 4000 years old.<\/li><li>During the formation of heuweltjies, the region experienced significantly more rainfall. The wetter climate allowed for minerals such as calcite and gypsum to dissolve and move down to the groundwater.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbon_sequestration_by_termites\"><\/span><strong>Carbon sequestration by termites:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The insects transport organic material, e.g. small sticks, deep into the soil, leading to continuous renewal of soil carbon reservoirs at depth, where they are preserved for longer periods.<\/li><li>The tunnels also allow dissolved inorganic carbon (known as soil calcite or calcium carbonate) in the mound soil to move into the groundwater along with other soluble minerals thus sequestering CO2 through dissolution and leaching of soil carbonate-bicarbonate to groundwater.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source:<\/em><\/strong><strong><em> <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/worlds-oldest-termite-mounds-found-in-south-africa-storing-carbon-for-millennia\/article68316171.ece\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"School_in_a_Box_Initiative\"><\/span><strong>School in a Box Initiative<\/strong><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 &#8211; DM- UNICEF<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_the_news-9\"><\/span><strong>Why in the news?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Recently, <\/strong>the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), in partnership with UNICEF, is distributing &#8220;School in a Box&#8221; kits to children aged 6-18 in flood-affected relief camps.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXe94jqCp2SGDdeWyTijEvtigng2IjFhIt94R5DxFyNIQrvt07I0fXhxMxxUCoZfE-aI_f2TRpXDz9Ar3wQbVNfFUsWrUXemOzJ__frSxU2MmWyacsKddpIpoJ8J-4Ds0Jvq-kd8sJuV2xK3X4XshgARfNG8Fbz3X8YW-cuMSWLS3mn2RGo25CQ?key=oryocxAqNEIMiSddoJhixw\" alt=\"School in a Box\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>School in a Box<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_initiative\"><\/span><strong>About the initiative:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The &#8220;School in a Box&#8221; kits contain essential learning materials aimed at maintaining educational continuity for children amidst displacement and trauma caused by devastating floods and landslides in Assam.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Initially targeted at children up to 6 years old, the program has expanded to include older children, offering notebooks, drawing books, pencils, and other educational resources.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_the_%E2%80%9CSchool_in_a_Box%E2%80%9D_Initiative\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of the &#8220;School in a Box&#8221; Initiative:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Educational Continuity of Children: Ensures uninterrupted education for children despite displacement, maintaining a sense of normalcy.<\/li><li>Developmental Support: Provides age-appropriate learning materials that support cognitive and emotional development across different age groups.<\/li><li>Empowerment: Equips children with knowledge and skills, empowering them to rebuild their lives and contribute to community recovery.<\/li><li>Community Building: Fosters a sense of community and support among children and families in relief camps, promoting connection and sharing.<\/li><li>Resilience Building: Contributes to building resilient communities by ensuring educational continuity, enhancing their ability to recover from future disasters.<\/li><li>Positive Impact: Demonstrates commitment to child welfare and education, enhancing public perception and support for relief efforts<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Source: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/assam\/school-in-a-box-for-children-in-assam-flood-relief-camps\/article68311227.ece\"><strong><em>TH<\/em><\/strong><\/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? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Daily current affairs refer to the most recent and relevant events, developments, and news stories that are happening around the world on a day-to-day basis. 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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