Current affairs

Editorial of the Day (22nd Aug): Need for an Environmental Regulator

Context: The Supreme Court decided to examine the need for a ‘permanent environmental regulator’ similar to those found in the telecom and electricity sectors. Arguments in Favour of Establishing a Permanent Environmental Regulator Unified Oversight and Coordination: A permanent environmental...

Bharat Bandh Protest 2024, Reasons, Key Highlights and Impact

The Bharat Bandh Protest 2024, scheduled for August 21, 2024, has drawn significant attention across India. Called by the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti, the nationwide strike is in response to a recent Supreme Court ruling concerning the sub-categorization of Scheduled...

Violence Against Women in India, Issues and Government Initiatives

Context: Following the tragic incident of December 2012, India has implemented substantial measures to enhance legal protections for women against heinous crimes. Government Key Initiatives for Violence Against Women in India Criminal Law (Amendment) Act: 2013: This act introduced stricter...

Current Affairs 21st Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rights Issue Context: Recently SEBI has released a consultation paper on the Rights Issue of shares proposing some changes About Rights Issue A rights issue is when a company invites its current shareholders to buy more shares at a discount....

Supreme Court’s Verdict on Sub-classification in Scheduled Caste: Implications and Impact

Context The Supreme Court's recent decision on sub-classification within the reservation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) has sparked significant debate within the Dalit community. The decision allows for sub-classification, which aims to address the demands of those...

Hema Committee Report, Background, Key Findings and Recommendation

The Hema Committee Report is a significant document that highlights the deep-rooted issues of sexual harassment and gender discrimination faced by women in the Malayalam film industry. Commissioned by the Kerala government in 2017 after a shocking sexual assault case...

India-Malaysia Relation, Area of Cooperation, Importance

India-Malaysia Relation India and Malaysia share a long history of economic, cultural, and political ties, with significant interactions over decades. Relations experienced challenges in recent years due to regional tensions and political changes in both countries. Recent geopolitical shifts and...

National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings for 2024

NIRF Rankings for 2024 NIRF Rankings for 2024 are released by the Union Education Minister. The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras is the best educational institution in the country for the sixth time since 2019 The ranks were given in...

Current Affairs 20th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Waggle Dance Context: Two scientists have raised concerns about “problematic behaviour” in papers on honeybee communication co-authored by Dr. Mandyam Srinivasan (Neuroscientist). About Waggle Dance The waggle dance is a form of communication used by the honeybees (Apis mellifera) It...

Editorial of the Day (20th Aug): India’s Power Export Rules

Context: According to Reuters, India introduced an amendment to its power export rules to hedge against political risks in Bangladesh. More in News The amendment allows Indian power exporters to redirect their output to Indian grids if there is a...