Daily Current Affairs - August 24, 2024: Key updates for APSC CCE, UPSC CSE, and govt. job exam preparation

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Gauhati High Court Criticises Assam Government's Delay in Juvenile Justice Rules

  • Gauhati High Court criticised the Assam government for delays in notifying rules under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.


Source: The Assam Tribune

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SC-ST Act Requires Intent to Humiliate, Says Supreme Court

  • The Supreme Court ruled that the SC-ST Act applies only if there's intent to humiliate based on caste.


Source: PTI

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PM Modi Advocates Peace During Ukraine Visit

  • PM Modi emphasised India's stance on peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, rejecting neutrality.


Source: The Assam Tribune

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India and US Sign Key Defence Agreements to Enhance Strategic Partnership

  • India and the US signed two significant agreements to bolster their comprehensive global strategic partnership.

  • Security of Supplies Arrangement (SOSA)

    • The SOSA aims to provide reciprocal priority support for goods and services essential for national defence, ensuring both countries can address supply chain disruptions.

  • Assignment of Liaison Officers.


Source: PTI

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India's Forex Reserves Surge to $674.7 Billion

  • The rise was driven by higher foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

  • The strong reserves provide the RBI with the ability to stabilise the rupee and manage external financing requirements.


Source: IANS

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Train Operations Begin on Bhairabi-Hortoki Line in Mizoram

  • CRS authorised freight and passenger operations on the 16.725 km broad gauge line.


Source: PTI

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ISRO Releases Chandrayan-3 Data for Global Research

  • ISRO made 55 GB of Chandrayaan-3 mission data available to researchers worldwide.

  • The data from Vikram lander and Pragyan rover is key for lunar exploration.


Source: PTI

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Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024

  • Science's contributions remain unmatched despite declining societal recognition.

  • The recent presentation of the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024 by President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the achievements of distinguished scientists across various fields.

  • Significant Awards: Awards like the Vigyan Ratna, Vigyan Shri, Vigyan Yuva, and Vigyan Team were given to scientists for their lifetime contributions, path-breaking research, and significant innovations.


Source: The Assam Tribune

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India's Peak Power Demand to Rise by 15 GW Annually Over Next 6 Years

  • The government targets 500 GW capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030, with a focus on renewable energy zones and storage solutions like PSPs and BESS.


Source: PTI

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Manipur CM Praises Assam's Move to Recognize Manipuri as Official Language

  • The Assam cabinet  proposes Manipuri as an associate official language in four Assam districts.


Source: The Assam Tribune

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Reforming Green Leaf Pricing

  • Current pricing formula fails to equitably benefit small tea growers.

  • Study suggests including auction and private sale prices for fairness.

  • Small growers earn ₹18-20/kg despite potential earnings of ₹35-40/kg.

  • Large factories manipulate prices by bypassing auctions.

  • Lack of transparency in private sales disadvantages small growers.

  • A transparent pricing system is essential for fair pricing.

  • Small growers should enhance leaf quality to increase earnings.

  • Support from organised sectors and government agencies is crucial.


Source: The Assam Tribune


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