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GAZA CONFLICT AND GLOBAL APPROACH

GAZA CONFLICT AND GLOBAL APPROACH 1. Context and Background Incident : Killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in Gaza by Israeli forces on October 16, 2024. Significance : Sinwar’s assassination represents a key milestone in Israel’s campaign against Hamas, following the assassination of previous Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in July 2024. Broader Impact : Rising civilian casualties and the lack of diplomatic initiatives have escalated humanitarian concerns and political tensions. 2. Positions of Global Powers United States : Preoccupied with domestic issues, the U.S. has not successfully pushed for a ceasefire, despite its influence in the region. China : Seeks to build influence by supporting Palestinian sovereignty from a decolonization perspective and maintaining a stance that fosters its relations with Arab and Iranian allies. India : Adopts a dual stance by supporting counter-terrorism initiatives while also upholding a two-state solution, balancing its ties with both Israel and Pales...
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BASICS OF ECONOMY THROUGH MIND MAP      Just click on link:   Mind Map
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  Outlook of OTT in 2024 Þ What was the State of OTT in 2023 and Outlook for 2024?: → In 2023, the OTT landscape saw disruptive moves with platforms offering premium content for free, impacting subscription revenue. → Monetization challenges persisted, none reaching break-even due to high content costs. → Freemium models emerged, curbing password sharing and integrating ads. Regulatory concerns lingered but censorship wasn’t favored, fostering selective data sharing. → Looking to 2024, expect cost-efficient content strategies with a decline in experimental content. Mergers among major players like Zee/Sony and potential collaborations like RIL/Disney may restructure market dynamics, influencing bargaining power and content costs. → Pricing strategies will continue evolving, likely intensifying limitations on sharing and embedding ads. Þ What Can be Done for Better Regulation of OTT?: → Self-Regulation Frameworks : ▪ There is a need to encourage OTT platforms to ...
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 "Analyzing the Dynamics of the Indian Labor Market: Employment Composition, Participation Trends, and Economic Implications"   The passage you provided offers a detailed analysis of the Indian labor market, focusing on the types of employment, trends in labor force participation, unemployment rates, and earnings. Here are some key points derived from the text:  Composition of Employment: The majority of Indians earn their livelihood through labor rather than ownership of capital or land. Informal employment, characterized by little to no job security and lower earnings, accounts for about 90% of the working population. Trends in Labor Force Participation and Unemployment: While the labor force participation rate has increased steadily, driven largely by rural women, the overall unemployment rate has declined. However, youth unemployment remains relatively high.  Nature of Employment Growth: The increase in employment seems to be mainly driven by self-employment, p...
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Global Hunger Index   2023 In the Global Hunger Index   2023, India ranked  111 th  out of 125 countries,   indicating a serious level of hunger. Neighboring countries, such as  Pakistan (102 nd ), Bangladesh (81 st ), Nepal (69 th ),  and  Sri Lanka (60 th ) , scored better than India.                                                                Source: egranthakuti.com                                                          The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a peer-reviewed annual report published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe that comprehensively measures and tracks hunger at the global, regional, and country levels. The GHI is calcu...
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  About Traditional Knowledge (TK) • TK is knowledge, know-how, skills and practices that are developed, sustained and passed on from generation to generation within a community, often forming part of its cultural or spiritual identity. o Until now, access to complete TKDL database is restricted to 14 Patent Offices worldwide for purposes of search and examination. About TKDL • TKDL, first of its kind globally, is a database of Indian traditional knowledge established in 2001, by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Ministry of AYUSH. • It contains information related to Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa, and Yoga in five international languages (English, German, French, Japanese and Spanish). • It seeks to prevent misappropriation of country's traditional medicinal knowledge through patenting worldwide. o TKDL is an effective deterrent against bio-piracy. • Significance o Inculcate thought and knowledge leadership through Bharatiya Gnana Parampara, under New ...
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                                        W eb 3 is not Web 3.0 The internet has been evolving at a rapid pace, and the emergence of terms like "Web 3" and "Web 3.0" has sparked curiosity and debate. While these terms are often used interchangeably, some proponents argue that there is a nuanced difference between the two. In this blog post, we delve into the realms of Web 3 and Web 3.0, shedding light on their unique aspects and exploring the future they envision for the internet.   Web 3.0: A Semantic and Intelligent Web: Web 3.0, also known as the Semantic Web or the Intelligent Web, encapsulates a vision of the internet that is more intelligent, interconnected, and meaningful. At its core, Web 3.0 aims to enhance the web experience by enabling machines to understand and interpret web content, thereby providing more efficient and personalized information retrieval.   T...
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