{"id":46400,"date":"2024-09-25T11:39:10","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T11:39:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=46400"},"modified":"2024-09-25T11:39:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T11:39:11","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 25th Sep 2024 &#8211; Edukemy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants explores the latest developments relevant to 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 India&#8217;s socio-political and economic landscape. 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<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\" 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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-69d3eeee0be35\"  \/><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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#India_%E2%80%93_US_pact_to_set_up_Semiconductor_Fabrication_Plant_for_National_Security\" title=\"India \u2013 US pact to set up Semiconductor Fabrication Plant for National Security&nbsp;\">India \u2013 US pact to set up Semiconductor Fabrication Plant for National Security&nbsp;<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Semiconductor_Factory_%E2%80%98Shakti\" title=\"Semiconductor Factory (\u2018Shakti\u2019):&nbsp;\">Semiconductor Factory (\u2018Shakti\u2019):&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Indias_Semiconductor_Mission_ISM\" title=\"About India\u2019s Semiconductor Mission (ISM):&nbsp;\">About India\u2019s Semiconductor Mission (ISM):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#SC_Strengthening_Law_Against_Child_Pornography_in_India\" title=\"SC Strengthening Law Against Child Pornography in India&nbsp;\">SC Strengthening Law Against Child Pornography in India&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-2\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#The_Protection_of_Children_from_Sexual_Offences_POCSO_Act\" title=\"The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act:&nbsp;\">The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#SCs_Recommendations_to_the_Centre_to_Address_the_Issue_of_Child_Pornography\" title=\"SC\u2019s Recommendations to the Centre to Address the Issue of Child Pornography:&nbsp;\">SC\u2019s Recommendations to the Centre to Address the Issue of Child Pornography:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\" title=\"UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)&nbsp;&nbsp;\">UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Prelims\" title=\"Prelims&nbsp;\">Prelims&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Mains\" title=\"Mains&nbsp;\">Mains&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Periodic_Labour_Force_Survey_PLFS_Annual_Report\" title=\"Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-3\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#The_objectives_of_PLFS\" title=\"The objectives of PLFS :&nbsp;\">The objectives of PLFS :&nbsp;<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Key_Indicators_used_in_PLFS\" title=\"Key Indicators used in PLFS:&nbsp;\">Key Indicators used in PLFS:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Key_Findings\" title=\"Key Findings:&nbsp;\">Key Findings:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#5th_Anniversary_Coalition_for_Disaster_Resilient_Infrastructure_CDRI\" title=\"5th Anniversary Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)&nbsp;&nbsp;\">5th Anniversary Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-4\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Initiatives_Taken_by_CDRI\" title=\"Initiatives Taken by CDRI:&nbsp;\">Initiatives Taken by CDRI:&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Other_Initiativessteps_for_Disaster_Resilience\" title=\"Other Initiatives\/steps for Disaster Resilience&nbsp;\">Other Initiatives\/steps for Disaster Resilience&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Barak_Bhuban_wildlife_sanctuary\" title=\"Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary&nbsp;\">Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-5\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_Barak_Bhuban_wildlife_sanctuary\" title=\"About Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary:&nbsp;\">About Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary:&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Key_facts_about_the_Barak_Valley\" title=\"Key facts about the Barak Valley:&nbsp;\">Key facts about the Barak Valley:&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#National_Consumer_Disputes_Redressal_Commission\" title=\"National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission&nbsp;\">National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission&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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-6\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the 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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_National_Consumer_Disputes_Redressal_Commission\" title=\"About National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission:&nbsp;\">About National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#SPICED_Scheme\" title=\"SPICED Scheme&nbsp;\">SPICED Scheme&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-7\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#About_the_SPICED_system\" title=\"About the SPICED system:\u00a0\u00a0\">About the SPICED system:\u00a0\u00a0<\/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-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Key_Highlights\" title=\"Key Highlights:&nbsp;\">Key Highlights:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Computer_Security_Incident_Response_Team_%E2%80%93_Power_CSIRT%E2%80%93POWER\" title=\"Computer Security Incident Response Team \u2013 Power (CSIRT\u2013POWER)&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Computer Security Incident Response Team \u2013 Power (CSIRT\u2013POWER)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Why_in_the_news-8\" title=\"Why in the news?\u00a0\">Why in the news?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#key_objectives\" title=\"key objectives:&nbsp;\">key objectives:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-25th-sep-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=\"India_%E2%80%93_US_pact_to_set_up_Semiconductor_Fabrication_Plant_for_National_Security\"><\/span><strong>India \u2013 US pact to set up Semiconductor Fabrication Plant for National Security<\/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, IR- Bilateral &amp; Regional Groupings agreements involving India<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, India and the US have an agreement to establish a semiconductor fabrication plant to produce chips for national security, next-generation telecommunications, and green energy applications.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Semiconductor_Factory_%E2%80%98Shakti\"><\/span><strong>Semiconductor Factory (\u2018Shakti\u2019):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About :\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Objectives: <\/strong>The \u2018Power\u2019 fab facility will focus on advanced sensing, communication and high-performance power electronics, manufacturing infrared, gallium nitride and silicon carbide semiconductors.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Support and partnership: <\/strong>Sponsored by the Indian Semiconductor Mission, there will be strategic interactions with Bharat Semi, 3rdiTech, and the US. Between the Space Forces.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Significance:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Shift in Strategy:<\/strong> India is shifting from a semiconductor importer to a manufacturer and positioning India in the global semiconductor supply chain by enhancing national security.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Import Reduction:<\/strong> Reduce India\u2019s $1 trillion annual imports for national defence needs.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Protection measures:<\/strong> Strengthen commercial sectors such as telecommunications, railways and green energy.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>R&amp;D collaboration: <\/strong>To encourage research and development in chip manufacturing, exemplified by projects such as Global Foundries (GF) and Kolkata Power Centre.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Indias_Semiconductor_Mission_ISM\"><\/span><strong>About India\u2019s Semiconductor Mission (ISM):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Financial Outlay:\u00a0 Launch <\/strong>in 2021 with \u20b976,000 crore under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Purpose:\u00a0<\/strong> Design a sustainable semiconductor and determine biological systems. Reduce dependence on imports\u00a0<\/li><li>Establish India as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Main Focus:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Financial assistance for investment:\u00a0<\/li><li>semiconductor fabs\u00a0<\/li><li>Show the fabs\u00a0<\/li><li>semiconductor system\u00a0<\/li><li>Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP) facilities\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Key components of ISM:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Planning for semiconductor fabs: <\/strong>Provides financial support for semiconductor wafer manufacturing (fabs). It aims to attract large investments in India\u2019s semiconductor sector\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Plans for business fabs: <\/strong>TFT provides financial support for LCD\/AMOLED display fabs. It encourages investment in business technology manufacturing\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Scheme of composite semiconductors:<\/strong> It provides 30% capital support for compound semiconductors, silicon photonics, sensors and ATMP\/OSAT facilities\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Policy<\/strong>: It also provides financial incentives and infrastructure support for semiconductor design.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/india-us-ink-pact-to-set-up-semiconductor-fab-for-national-security-next-gen-telecom-9582867\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SC_Strengthening_Law_Against_Child_Pornography_in_India\"><\/span><strong>SC Strengthening Law Against Child Pornography in India<\/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, Issues Related to Children\u2013 Government Policies &amp; Interventions<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, SC overruled Madras HighCourtruling (2024) that decriminalised possession or viewing of CSEAM in private domain without intent of transmitting under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 or IT Act, 2000.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Protection_of_Children_from_Sexual_Offences_POCSO_Act\"><\/span><strong>The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>It is the <strong>first comprehensive law<\/strong> in the country enacted in <strong>2012 <\/strong>for dealing specifically with sexual abuse of children.\u00a0<\/li><li>Administered by the <strong>Ministry of Women and Child Development<\/strong>, the law is <strong>intended to<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Protect children from sexual assault<\/strong>, sexual harassment and pornographic violations.\u00a0<\/li><li>Establish Special Courts for such trials.\u00a0<\/li><li>In <strong>2019<\/strong>, the Act was amended to strengthen the penalties for specified offences in order to deter abusers and promote a dignified upbringing.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Key provisions:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Gender-neutral legislation:<\/strong> The Act defines a child as &#8220;any person&#8221; under the age of 18.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Non-reporting is a crime: <\/strong>Any person in charge of an institution (excluding children) who fails to report the commission of a sexual offence involving a subordinate faces punishment.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>No time limit for reporting abuse: <\/strong>A victim may report an offence at any time, even years after the abuse has occurred.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Keeping victim\u2019s identity confidential: <\/strong>The Act forbids the disclosure of the victim&#8217;s identity in any form of media unless authorised by the special courts established by the Act.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Section of the POCSO Act:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Who stores or possesses pornographic material in any form involving a child, With an intention to share or transmit child pornography,commercial purposes, With a three-to-five-year jail sentence.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Criminalised CSEAM:<\/strong> Mere possession of CSEAM without any actual transmission is a form of inchoate offence penalised under Section 15 of POCSO Act.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Section 67B: <\/strong>IT Act penalises child sexual abuse. It provides punishment for publishing or transmitting material depicting children in sexually explicit acts in electronic form.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SCs_Recommendations_to_the_Centre_to_Address_the_Issue_of_Child_Pornography\"><\/span><strong>SC\u2019s Recommendations to the Centre to Address the Issue of Child Pornography:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Amend the POCSO Act:<\/strong> To replace the term \u201cchild pornography\u201d with \u201cchild sexual exploitation and abuse material\u201d (<strong>CSEAM<\/strong>) to better reflect the nature of the crime.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Help victims to heal and reintegrate into society:<\/strong> By providing psychological counselling, therapeutic interventions and educational support to victims.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Introducing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) programmes: <\/strong>To help address the cognitive distortions that fuel such behaviour among offenders.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Promoting coordinated effort:<\/strong> Among educators, health care providers, law enforcement and child welfare services to identify individuals with problematic sexual behaviours early and implement intervention strategies.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Raising awareness:<\/strong> Public campaigns should aim to de-stigmatise reporting and encourage vigilance within the community.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Formation of an expert committee: <\/strong>To devise comprehensive programmes for health and<strong> sex education<\/strong> and increasing awareness of POCSO among children from an early age.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\"><\/span><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ)&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims\"><\/span><strong>Prelims<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q:1&nbsp; Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India?(2017)&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour\u00a0<\/li><li>Abolition of untouchability\u00a0<\/li><li>Protection of the interests of minorities\u00a0<\/li><li>Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1, 2 and 4 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>2, 3 and 4 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>1 and 4 only\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>1, 2, 3 and 4\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ans: (c)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mains\"><\/span><strong>Mains<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q:1 Examine the main provisions of the National Child Policy and throw light on the status of its implementation. (2016)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-law\/child-pornography-law-posco-act-supreme-court-9584617\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Periodic_Labour_Force_Survey_PLFS_Annual_Report\"><\/span><strong>Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report&nbsp;<\/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, Economy- Unemployment Indicators\u2013 PLFS Survey\u2013 Worker Population Ratio<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the seventh Annual Report is being brought out by NSSO on the basis of Periodic Labour Force Survey conducted during July 2023-June 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"296\" height=\"192\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-235.png\" alt=\"Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report\u00a0\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-46403 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 296px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 296\/192;\" \/><figcaption><strong>Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"307\" height=\"191\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-236.png\" alt=\"Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report\u00a0\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-46404 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 307px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 307\/191;\" \/><figcaption><strong>Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_objectives_of_PLFS\"><\/span><strong>The objectives of PLFS :<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To estimate key indicators of employment and unemployment (i.e. labour force, participation rate, unemployment rate) only in the \u2018Current Weekly Status\u2019 (CWS) for urban areas over a relatively short period of three months.\u00a0<\/li><li>To calculate annual employment and unemployment indices in both the \u2018general situation\u2019 and the CWS in rural and urban areas.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Indicators_used_in_PLFS\"><\/span><strong>Key Indicators used in PLFS:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)<\/strong>: LFPR is defined as the percentage of persons in the labour force (i.e. working or seeking or available for work) in the population.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Worker Population Ratio (WPR): <\/strong>WPR is defined as the percentage of employed persons in the population.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Unemployment Rate (UR): <\/strong>UR is defined as the percentage of persons unemployed among the persons in the labour force.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Usual Status: <\/strong>The activity status based on a person&#8217;s activities during the past 365 days before the survey is known as the usual activity status.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Principal Activity Status (PS)<\/strong>: The activity a person spent the most time on during the past 365 days is considered their usual principal activity status.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Subsidiary Economic Activity Status (SS)<\/strong>: If a person engaged in additional economic activity for 30+ days within the last 365 days, it is regarded as their subsidiary economic activity status.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Current Weekly Status (CWS):<\/strong> The activity status based on the past 7 days before the survey is termed as the current weekly status.\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<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Indicator<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>2022-23<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>2023-24<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Trend<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>LFPR<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Total<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>57.9%&nbsp;<\/td><td>60.1%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rural<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>60.8 %&nbsp;<\/td><td>63.7%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Urban<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>50.4 %&nbsp;<\/td><td>52.0%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Male<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>78.5 %&nbsp;<\/td><td>78.8%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Female<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>37.0 %&nbsp;<\/td><td>41.7%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>WPR<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Total<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>56.0%&nbsp;<\/td><td>58.2%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Increase&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>&nbsp;UR<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Total<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>3.2%&nbsp;<\/td><td>3.2%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Unchanged&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2057970\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5th_Anniversary_Coalition_for_Disaster_Resilient_Infrastructure_CDRI\"><\/span><strong>5th Anniversary Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)&nbsp;<\/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,Disaster Management- CDRI<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, the 5th Anniversary of CDRI has launched a $2.5 million initiative to improve urban infrastructure resilience in 30 low-and middle-income countries and Small Island Developing States.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure :<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Launched:<\/strong> At the UN Climate Action Summit in 2019 by India.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Nature:<\/strong> A global partnership involving nations, UN agencies, multilateral development banks, and the private sector.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Objective: <\/strong>To promote the resilience of infrastructure systems against climate and disaster risks, ensuring sustainable development.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Membership:<\/strong> Comprises 40 countries and 7 organisations, with its secretariat located in New Delhi, India.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Functions:<\/strong> To the Sustainable Development Goals\u2019 imperatives of expanding universal access to basic services, enabling prosperity and decent work.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Reports Published:<\/strong> Global Infrastructure Resilience Report.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Impotence of CDRI:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Complementing the International Solar Alliance (ISA)\u00a0<\/li><li>The leadership of Indian for climate Action and Disaster Resilience at the global level.\u00a0<\/li><li>Support India\u2019s resilient missions abroad.\u00a0<\/li><li>Provide opportunities for Indian infrastructure &amp; technology firms to expand services abroad.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Need for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Reduce global disaster mortality.\u00a0<\/li><li>Reduce the number of affected people.\u00a0<\/li><li>Reduce direct disaster economic loss.\u00a0<\/li><li>Reduce disaster damage to critical infrastructure.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initiatives_Taken_by_CDRI\"><\/span><strong>Initiatives Taken by CDRI:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Strategy for Island States Resilience (IRIS): <\/strong>To promote robust, sustainable and inclusive infrastructure in Small Island Developing States (SIDS).\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>DRI Connect platform:<\/strong> Knowledge sharing, learning and collaborative platform International Conference on Disaster Management Systems\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>(ICDRI):<\/strong> An annual meeting that brings together experts, decision-makers, etc. to discuss challenges and identify best practices.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Infrastructure Resilience Accelerator Fund (IRAF):<\/strong> Established with support from UNDP and UNDRR, to support global action on disaster resilience based infrastructure infrastructure.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Initiativessteps_for_Disaster_Resilience\"><\/span><strong>Other Initiatives\/steps for Disaster Resilience<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Global:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Sendai Strategy for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030<\/strong>: provides Member States taking concrete action to protect development gains from risk of disaster.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>United Nations International Program for Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) <\/strong>.\u00a0<ul><li><strong>India:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>National Disaster Management Plan 2009:\u00a0 <\/strong>To Disaster Preparedness a resilient India by building a holistic, dynamic, multi-risk society and a technology-driven approach.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Disaster Management Act, 2005:<\/strong> Under National Disaster Management Federal Disaster Management Authority, National Disaster Management Authority and National Disaster Management Agency.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/india-news\/cdri-launches-2-5-million-to-support-cities-for-climate-resilience-101727107917489-amp.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>HT<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/9630da9c-3136-4196-8455-0c713a0b211f\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barak_Bhuban_wildlife_sanctuary\"><\/span><strong>Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary<\/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, Ecology &amp; Environment- Biodiversity- Sanctuary<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently the National Green Tribunal\u2019s (NGT) eastern bench in Kolkata has ordered a halt on road construction in Assam&#8217;s Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Barak_Bhuban_wildlife_sanctuary\"><\/span><strong>About Barak Bhuban wildlife sanctuary:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> It is located in Assam&#8217;s Barak Valley and nestled between the Barak and Sonai rivers.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Boundary: <\/strong>It is spread across three districts \u2013 Cachar, Hailakandi and Karimganj.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Fauna<\/strong>: Eight primate species, including the slow loris, rhesus macaque, and hoolock gibbon, vital habitat for the king cobra.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_facts_about_the_Barak_Valley\"><\/span><strong>Key facts about the Barak Valley:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location: <\/strong>Located in southern Assam, the Barak Bhuban Wildlife Sanctuary is named after the Barak River, the largest in the valley and the second largest in Northeast India.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Border:<\/strong> Its border with other states like Meghalaya in the north, Manipur in the east, Tripura and Mizoram in the south, and Bangladesh in the south.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Biodiversity:<\/strong> It is a part of the Indo Myanmar biodiversity.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Area:<\/strong> Approximately 4.8% geographical area of the valley is covered by tea plantations and remaining most of the hillock areas.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Vegetation:<\/strong> The forests in the valley are tropical evergreen, semi-evergreen, tropical deciduous, and rainforests in the northern and southern eastern parts of the valley.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Climate: <\/strong>The climate of the valley is characterised by subtropical, warm and humid.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/fresh-allegations-assam-officer-ngt-barak-bhuban-sanctuary-9584033\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Consumer_Disputes_Redressal_Commission\"><\/span><strong>National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission<\/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, Governance- NCDRC<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The NCDRC recently rejected SBI&#8217;s request for more time to submit its plea seeking the transfer of a consumer complaint, filed by a Madras HC judge, outside Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_National_Consumer_Disputes_Redressal_Commission\"><\/span><strong>About National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>About:<\/strong> It is a quasi-judicial commission set up in 1988 under the Consumer Protection Act of 1986.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Mandate:<\/strong> To provide inexpensive, speedy, and summary redressal of consumer disputes.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Headed<\/strong>: It is headed by a sitting or a retired Judge of the SCor a sitting or a retired Chief Justice of a High Court.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Jurisdiction:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>NCDRC shall have jurisdiction to entertain a complaint valued more than two crore\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Appellate and revisional jurisdiction from the orders of State Commissions or the District fora.\u00a0<\/li><li>The provisions of this act cover \u2018goods\u2019 as well as \u2018services\u2019.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Who Can File a Complaint:<\/strong> Any consumer association registered under the Companies Act 1956 and the Central Government or any State Government.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Appeal:<\/strong> Any person aggrieved by an order of NCDRC, may prefer an appeal against such an order to SC within a period of 30 days.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/india\/hc-judges-home-loan-dispute-consumers-panel-rejects-banks-plea-for-more-time-9584648\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>IE<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SPICED_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>SPICED Scheme<\/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, Economy- Agriculture Marketing\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently,the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry has approved a Spices Board scheme, \u2018Sustainability in the spice sector.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_SPICED_system\"><\/span>About the <strong>SPICED system:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Objectives: <\/strong>To increase exports of spices and valuables, improve cardamom production, and improve exports of post-harvest spices.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Term:<\/strong> Until the end of the term of the 15th Finance Commission, 2025-26.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Key Highlights:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Value Added and Innovation<\/strong>: Sub-programs like Mission Value Addition, Mission Pure and Safe Spices, Promotion of GI Spices, Introduction of Varieties of Spices for Toas\u00a0<\/li><li>target<strong> Groups: <\/strong>Focus on farmer groups, FPOs, farmer clusters under ODOP and DEH, SC\/ST communities, Northeast region exporters, and SMEs.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Exporters with a valid CRES, with preference to first-time applicants and SMEs.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Empowerment Programs:<\/strong> Improve cardamom productivity and post-harvest spice quality, empowering FPOs, FPCs, and SHGs in key spice regions.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Assistance Focus: <\/strong>Prioritise post-harvest spice improvement and creation of exportable surplus, adhering to food safety and quality standards.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Transparency<\/strong>: Geo-tag scheme activities; publish fund availability, application status, and beneficiary lists on the Board\u2019s website.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/cities\/Kochi\/spiced-to-boost-small-large-cardamom-farming\/article68667397.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TH<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Computer_Security_Incident_Response_Team_%E2%80%93_Power_CSIRT%E2%80%93POWER\"><\/span><strong>Computer Security Incident Response Team \u2013 Power (CSIRT\u2013POWER)&nbsp;<\/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,\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/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>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recently, Union Minister of Power Shri Manohar Lal\u00a0 has inaugurated CSIRT\u2013POWER facility in New Delhi.\u00a0<\/li><li>It was set up under the Central Electricity Authority following the National Cyber Security Policy and in collaboration with CERT-In.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key_objectives\"><\/span><strong>key objectives:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To serve as the responsible agency for responding to and preventing cybersecurity incidents within the power sector.\u00a0<\/li><li>To ensure a prompt and coordinated response to cyber threats in the power sector.\u00a0<\/li><li>To collect, analyse, and share information regarding power sector-specific cyber threats.\u00a0<\/li><li>To promote sector specific best practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and security policies.\u00a0<\/li><li>To provide cybersecurity expertise and assistance to constituent utilities.\u00a0<\/li><li>To capacity building measures like training, development of standards, drills, collaboration with educational institutions and industry.\u00a0<\/li><li>To build awareness and strengthen collective cybersecurity efforts.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2058001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-0bdc90fc-9ad9-4d85-813a-5e4514b0e8b6\"><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=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-40cac27d-7b4a-4665-868c-b163c24eb4a5\"><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 id=\"block-fe62b79c-ca63-44f8-a0c0-96c6a45e15ad\">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\" id=\"block-23001c40-3e00-420c-87f5-59940aaadbfb\"><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 id=\"block-0f058a42-e04b-44b6-81f4-497c1a633829\">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\" id=\"block-f1b64586-072f-4a35-bff3-97a46102d2fe\"><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 id=\"block-9f6f3877-b05b-40e5-a5e7-51a52c31f635\">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\" id=\"block-b41e7968-7b82-4543-ae5d-1a71348811b7\"><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 id=\"block-53c64a77-8d12-44ff-989d-c58a2d4f4266\">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\" id=\"block-f7cc4377-09d9-44ed-8cf7-babf2bd11d35\"><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 id=\"block-298260d9-b933-4357-abd6-0c751a6b0b53\">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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