Current affairs

Intersectionality of Gender and Caste in Women’s Participation in Labour Force

Context: Women's participation in India's workforce (LFP) has sharply declined in recent decades, mirroring a general trend. Challenges of Female Labour Force Participation (LFP) Limited Opportunity: Rigidities in both manufacturing and service sectors limit formal employment opportunities, pushing women towards...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): FMR along Myanmar Border

Context: The Home Minister had stated that the India- Myanmar borders will be fenced and the government will reconsider the Free Movement Regime (FMR). What Is Free Movement Regime (FMR)? The FMR, a bilateral agreement between India and Myanmar, all...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): Drivers of Food Inflation

Context: World food prices based on the FAO index have been declining since November 2022, reaching a 25.8% drop compared to the March 2022 peak. While India's domestic food inflation remains stubbornly high.at 9.5% in December 2023. De-globalization of Food...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): Tax Contribution by States needs to be Revisited

Context: GST offers a chance to fairly measure state contributions (via tax & fuel consumption) and reward them financially. This should be considered for future distribution formulas. Role And Evolution Of Finance Commission The Finance Commissions primary role is: To...

Current Affairs 24th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Apex court to decide if Centre encroached on Punjab’s domain Context: The Supreme Court of India is set to examine whether border States should be treated equally in terms of the jurisdiction area of the Border Security Force (BSF). More...

Current Affairs 23rd January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

NISAR Mission Context: The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) Mission is on track for an “early 2024” launch. About NISAR Mission Joint NASA-ISRO Low Earth Orbit Observatory: NISAR is a collaborative project between NASA and ISRO, positioned in Low Earth...

Editorial of the Day (22nd Jan): Post Office Act, its Unbridled Powers of Interception

Context: The newly enacted Act does not make any provision for procedural safeguards to dispel fears of misuse of the substantive provision on interception. Key Issues Related To The Post Office Act Lack of Procedural Safeguards in New Legislation: The...

Viksit Bharat, Litmus Test, Data and Facts

Context: The consecration event of Ram temple in Ayodhya is accompanied by hopes for the realisation of Ram Rajya, symbolising communal harmony, women's safety, and the eradication of poverty. Viksit Bharat, Litmus Test: Data And Facts Poverty 2 million Indians...

Maldives and Lakshadweep, Tourism, Key Differences

Context: The article compares Maldives and Lakshadweep as tourist destinations, discussing why Maldives is ahead in tourism and why Lakshadweep seeks high-end, low-volume tourism. About Maldives And Lakshadweep The Maldives, an archipelago of 1,190 coral islands and sandbanks clustered in...

Editorial of the Day (20th Jan): The Problem with India’s Science Management

Context: The Indian government is in the process of overhauling its scientific infrastructure. A critical assessment of current administration is vital for improving the sector's efficiency and resilience. Issues Related TO India’s Science Management Low R&D Expenditure: India's research and...