Current affairs

Right to be Forgotten, Background, Significance and Challenges

Context: The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a case that will shape the “right to be forgotten”. Right to be Forgotten: Background A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud will review...

Current Affairs 29th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Critical Minerals Context: The Centre has cancelled the auction of 3 critical mineral blocks. About Critical Minerals Critical minerals are mineral resources, both primary and processed, that are essential inputs in modern technologies, economies, and national security. The risk of...

South Africa’s Law on Climate Change

Context South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has signed legislation that imposes mandatory curbs on emissions from large, fossil-fuel-heavy industries and requires climate-adaptation plans from towns and villages. This law aims to help South Africa meet its emissions reduction commitments under...

Current Affairs 27th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Royal Burial Mounds - UNESCO World Heritage Context: The Charaideo Moidams were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. About Moidams – the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty The Moidams are linked to the Tai Ahom rulers who migrated...

Editorial of the Day (27 July): Cheaper Cancer Drugs

Context: In the 2024-25 budget, the Finance Minister announced customs duty exemptions on three targeted cancer drugs: trastuzumab deruxtecan, osimertinib, and durvalumab. What is Targeted Cancer Drugs? These drugs specifically attack cancer cells while sparing normal cells. They focus on...

Reservation of bills by Governors for President’s Assent

Context: The Supreme Court agreed to examine the Governor's powers related to crucial Bills and eventually referred them to the President. Article 200: Power of Governor Related to Bill Grant assent to the Bill. Withhold assent from the Bill. Reserve...

Current Affairs 26th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

White Category Sectors Context: Industries classified under the 'white category' by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) will no longer need prior permissions from state pollution control boards to establish and operate. Categorisation Of Industries: Based On Their Pollution Load...

Disaster Mitigation Projects in India

Context: The Union Home Minister Amit Shah led a committee convened to review disaster mitigation projects. More in News The committee sanctioned several projects aimed at mitigating and preventing natural disasters including urban flooding and glacial lake outbursts. Funding Approval:...

Editorial of the Day (26 July): India’s Illegal Coal Mining Problem

Context: Three workers died of asphyxiation in an illegal coal mine in Surendranagar, Gujarat. Similar Incidents Dhanbad, Jharkhand (June 2023): A mine collapse killed three people, including a ten-year-old child, emphasising the recurring danger of illegal mining activities. Paschim Bardhaman,...

Current Affairs 25th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) Context: The CDSCO disapproved of cough syrup from various pharmaceutical companies. About the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) The CDSCO is the National Regulatory Authority (NRA) for India's medical devices sector as stipulated...