Current affairs

Microsoft Global Outage, CrowdStrike and Blue Screen Error

The recent Microsoft global outage has been one of the most significant IT crashes in recent history, causing widespread disruptions across multiple sectors. The outage, triggered by an update to CrowdStrike's "Falcon Sensor" software, impacted critical operations worldwide, including airlines,...

Mascho Piro Tribe in Peruvian Amazon

Context: Survival International (an NGO advocating for indigenous rights) has released pictures of the Mashco Piro tribes. About Mascho Piro Tribe Status: The Mashco Piro are one of the world’s 100-odd uncontacted tribes. Population: Estimated to number more than 750...

SEBI’s Proposed New Asset Class for High Risk Takers

Context: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) proposed to introduce a new asset class or product category to bridge the gap between mutual funds (MFs) and portfolio management services (PMS). What is New Asset Class? Objective: This new category...

Current Affairs 19th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Green Revolution in Maize Context: The Green Revolution in Maize helped in increased production. Green Revolution in India Bengal Famine of 1943: The famine led to the death of approximately 4 million people in eastern India due to hunger. Pre-Green...

Editorial of the Day (19 July): India and a Case for Strategic Autonomy

Context: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Russia. Historical Context and Strategic Autonomy India's Neutral Stance on the Ukraine War: Despite Western sanctions on Russia and support for Ukraine, India maintained its strategic partnership with Moscow, expanded energy cooperation, and...

UPSC initiates action against IAS officer Puja Khedkar

The recent controversy surrounding trainee IAS officer Pooja Khedkar has sent shockwaves through the Indian administrative services. Accusations of using fake certificates and misrepresentations in her UPSC application have surfaced, leading to a thorough investigation by the central government. This...

Current Affairs 18th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

U-WIN Portal Context: The U-WIN portal is set for a pan-India likely on 15th August. About U-Win Portal It is a replication of the Covid-19 vaccine management system Co-WIN. Objective: U-WIN is designed to maintain an electronic registry for routine...

Editorial of the Day (18 July): Intergenerational Equity and Taxation

Context: Intergenerational equity should be a factor in India’s horizontal distribution formula for tax devolution. Introduction The Finance Commission (FC) determines the horizontal distribution of Union tax revenue among States every five years. This distribution aims to prioritise equity over...

Karnataka Employment Bill: Local Hiring Quotas and Industry Backlash

Context The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a bill that mandates local hiring quota for industries, factories, and other establishments within the state. This legislation, known as the Karnataka State Employment of Local Candidates in the Industries, Factories and Other Establishments...

Current Affairs 17th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Battery Tech Race Context: A report by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) and the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) highlighted that a planned investment of ₹1,151 crore over the next five years could give India a significant international lead...