Evening edition
Daily current affairs for UPSC, BPSC, State PCS and PSC exams.
Why in news?
The Chief Minister of Kerala has stated that the proposal to create a new district, Muvattupuzha, will be seriously examined and a Delimitation Commission will be appointed.
Key points
- Proposal to create Muvattupuzha district under consideration.
- A Delimitation Commission will be appointed to examine the proposal.
- The government aims to address concerns related to the potential separation from Ernakulam district.
- Onam celebrations are being supported with timely payments and subsidized essential commodities.
Background & context
District creation or bifurcation in Indian states is a administrative process that often involves political considerations, demographic shifts, and the need for more localized governance. Delimitation Commissions are typically involved in redrawing electoral boundaries, but their mandate can extend to administrative reorganisation.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The process of creating new districts involves appointing a Delimitation Commission.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper I: Indian Society (Issues related to the division of states or regions), GS Paper II: Governance (Administrative structure, decentralisation)
Why in news?
A call was made for engineering graduates to transform India into a hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) creators, moving beyond being just consumers of technology.
Key points
- Emphasis on engineering graduates becoming AI creators, not just consumers.
- Alignment with the 'India AI Mission' which invests in semiconductors, computing, defence, space, drones, robotics, and biotech.
- Utilizing AI knowledge for public good, addressing societal challenges like pollution, traffic, and waste management.
- The vision is for India to move from AI consumption to AI production.
Background & context
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving field with transformative potential across various sectors. Government initiatives like the India AI Mission aim to boost domestic capabilities in AI research, development, and application. The focus on AI creators is crucial for India's technological self-reliance and economic growth.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The 'India AI Mission' focuses on investments in semiconductors, computing infrastructure, defence, space, drones, robotics, and biotechnology.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper III: Science and Technology (Developments in AI, Indigenous technology production), GS Paper II: Governance (Use of technology in governance, policy making)
Why in news?
Three First Information Reports (FIRs) have been filed against individuals involved in clashes between police and job aspirants protesting alleged irregularities in Jharkhand's recruitment exams.
Key points
- Three FIRs filed against 28 named and over 900 unnamed individuals.
- Clashes occurred between police and protesting job aspirants in Giridih and Hazaribag.
- Protests targeted alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment exams.
- Similar FIRs were previously registered in Ranchi.
Background & context
Student and job aspirant protests are common in India, often stemming from concerns about examination fairness, recruitment processes, and unemployment. FIRs are official documents registered by the police upon receiving information about a cognizable offence.
★ Prelims fact capsule
FIRs are registered under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) upon receiving information about a cognizable offence.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper II: Governance (Law and order, Public order and police reforms), GS Paper I: Society (Social issues, Protests and movements)