CSR GK AUG

Note on Recent Developments in India and Global Affairs

Page 1: India Advances in Drone Warfare

  • Induction of Nagastra-1

    • India's first indigenously manufactured suicide drone, Nagastra-1, was inducted into the Indian Army on June 15, 2024.

    • Developed by Economics Explosive Limited, it features stealth capabilities and low sound emissions, making it undetectable by enemy radars.

    • The drone can execute precise air strikes and is adaptable for various combat scenarios, including tank and anti-personnel missions.

    • Cost-effective, it is approximately 40% cheaper than similar drones imported from Israel and Poland.

    • The Indian Army received its first batch of 120 units, part of an order for 480 drones.

Page 2: Political Developments in India

  • Pema Khandu's Third Term as Arunachal CM

    • Pema Khandu was sworn in as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third consecutive term on June 13, 2024.

    • He previously joined the BJP after a political shift in December 2016.

  • Chandrababu Naidu's Fourth Term as Andhra CM

    • N. Chandrababu Naidu took oath as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on June 12, 2024, marking his fourth term.

    • His leadership is noted for significant economic reforms and infrastructure development.

  • Mohan Charan Majhi as Odisha's First BJP Chief Minister

    • Mohan Charan Majhi was sworn in as Chief Minister of Odisha on June 12, 2024, representing the BJP.

Page 3: New Criminal Laws in India

  • Implementation of New Criminal Laws

    • Three new laws—Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—came into effect on July 1, 2024, replacing colonial-era laws.

    • The laws aim to ensure speedy justice and include provisions for Zero FIR and online registration of complaints.

    • Training programs for law enforcement personnel have been initiated to facilitate the transition to the new laws.

Page 4: Global Political Developments

  • Russia-North Korea Strategic Partnership

    • Russia and North Korea signed a strategic partnership deal on June 19, 2024, pledging mutual support against aggression.

  • Cyril Ramaphosa's Second Term as South African President

    • Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in for a second term on June 19, 2024, amid a coalition government formed after the ANC lost its majority.

  • Russia approves draft logistics agreement with India

    Russian government approved a draft logistics agreement to be signed with India,bolstering military cooperation. the draft agreement, named the Reciprocal exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS) published on the russian legal information portal.

Page 5: G7 Summit and Ukraine

  • G7 Summit Outcomes

    • The G7 agreed on a loan deal for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets, emphasizing the importance of territorial integrity.

    • The summit addressed various global issues, including climate change and security.

Page 6: EU's Nature Restoration Plan

  • Approval of Nature Restoration Plan

    • The EU approved a significant Nature Restoration Plan aimed at restoring ecosystems and biodiversity, requiring member states to restore at least 30% of habitats by 2030.

Page 7: China's New Maritime Rules

  • Detention of Foreigners in South China Sea

    • New rules allow China's coastguard to detain foreigners suspected of violating maritime regulations in the South China Sea, raising concerns among neighboring countries.

Page 8: Kerala's Name Change

  • Resolution to Change State Name to Keralam

    • The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution on June 24, 2024, to change the state's name back to 'Keralam', reflecting its original name in Malayalam.

Page 9: Northern Lights Phenomenon

  • Aurora Borealis Observations

    • A rare glimpse of the Northern Lights was observed in Leh-Ladakh, India, due to a powerful geomagnetic storm.

Page 10: Political Figures in News

  • Key Political Figures

    • Giorgia Meloni: Italian Prime Minister hosting the G7 Summit.

    • Rahul Gandhi: Congress leader recognized as Leader of Opposition in India.

    • Julian Assange: Released from prison after years of legal battles.

  • Joe Biden: US President involved in global discussions on Ukraine and other issues.

    • Hemant Soren's Oath as Chief Minister

      • Hemant Soren took oath as Chief Minister of Jharkhand for a historic third consecutive term on July 4, 2024.

      • He received the people's mandate in the national election, becoming the first PM since Jawaharlal Nehru to be elected for a third straight term.

      • Soren was granted bail by the Jharkhand High Court after being arrested in a money laundering case, with the court noting reasons to believe he was not guilty.

    • Arundhati Roy's Recognition

      • Author and activist Arundhati Roy made headlines after receiving the prestigious Pen Pinter Prize 2024 for her unwavering writings.

      • She was prosecuted under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) shortly after being released from jail, which drew significant public support.

    • Julian Assange's Release

      • Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, was released from a British prison on June 24, 2024, after spending seven years in self-imposed exile.

      • His release was a significant event in the context of global information freedom and press rights.

    • Joe Biden's Political Campaign

      • US President Joe Biden was in the news for his halting delivery during the first public debate of the 2024 Presidential election against Donald Trump.

      • Concerns were raised within the Democratic Party regarding Biden's capability to lead at the age of 81.

    • Om Birla's Re-election as Speaker

      • Om Birla was re-elected as Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha on June 26, 2024, marking his second consecutive term.

      • He is the first Speaker in 39 years to be re-elected, with his previous tenure noted for improving efficiency and passing landmark legislation.