Current affairs

  • Editorial of the Day (13th Jan): A Case Diary For Indian Police

    Context: The three-day conference in Jaipur (in the first week of January) of police officers (Director General of Police level) focuses on the growing importance being attached to law enforcement in the country and the high stakes that the administration...

    Published On January 15th, 2024
  • SC Refuses to Stay Law on Selection of CEC, EC

    Context: The Supreme Court declined to stay the CEC and other ECs (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act 2023. How are the CEC and ECs currently Appointed? Article 324 provides the structure of the Election Commission of...

    Published On January 15th, 2024
  • Current Affairs 15th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

    National Youth Festival Context: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik (Maharashtra). About National Youth Festival India hosts the National Youth Festival each year to celebrate National Youth Day from January 12-16. National Youth...

    Published On January 15th, 2024
  • Indian Army Day 2024, Theme, Date, History, Significance

    Indian Army Day is celebrated every year on January 15th to commemorate the day General (later Field Marshal) K.M. Cariappa took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Sir Francis Roy Bucher in 1949. This marked...

    Published On January 15th, 2024
  • Telecommunication Act 2023, Key Highlights, Significance, Challenges

    Context: The Telecommunications Act 2023 under its safety and emergency measures grants the government broad powers potentially compromising citizen privacy with limited oversight. Key Highlights of the Telecommunications Act 2023 Aspect Details Authorization for Telecom Activities Central government authorization required...

    Published On January 13th, 2024
  • Role of Speaker in India, Importance, Constitutional Provisions

    Context: Rahul Narwekar, the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, ruled on Shiv Sena's disqualification petitions, highlighting why legislative presiding officers shouldn't handle anti-defection law adjudications. What Were the Speaker Rulings? Eknath Shinde Group Acknowledged as Shiv Sena: The Speaker decided against disqualifying...

    Published On January 13th, 2024
  • Editorial of the Day (12th Jan): The Indian Parliament, a Promise Spurned

    Context: The December 2023 security breach in India's Parliament and the suspension of 150 opposition MPs, highlight critical aspects of the country's parliamentary system and its current challenges. Evolution of India's Parliamentary System Exposure to Legislative Processes: During colonial rule,...

    Published On January 13th, 2024
  • Current Affairs 13th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

    Direct Tax Collection Context: India's net direct tax revenue reached ₹14.7 lakh crore surpassing 80% of the annual target and marking a 19.4% increase compared to the same period in 2022-23. Growth in India's Direct Tax Collections Overall Growth in...

    Published On January 13th, 2024
  • Harvest Festivals in India, List of Festivals and Significance

    India is known for its diverse cultural and religious practices, and Harvest Festivals in India plays a significant role in many regions. These festivals are a way to express gratitude to nature for a bountiful harvest and are celebrated with...

    Published On January 13th, 2024
  • Current Affairs 12th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

    ST Status Context: The Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum (ITLF) and Zomi Council Steering Committee (ZCSC) are protesting against the government's review of the Scheduled Tribe status for certain Kuki-Zo communities in India, fearing it will strip them of rights and...

    Published On January 12th, 2024