Current affairs

President’s Address to Parliament and Motion of Thanks

Context: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the parliament. President’s Address to the Parliament: An Overview Article 87 of the Constitution: It provides two instances when the President specially addresses both Houses of Parliament. The President of India addresses both the Rajya...

India and Tibet Relationship: Delegation of U.S. lawmakers visited Dharamshala

Context A delegation of U.S. lawmakers visited Dharamshala, hosted by the Central Tibetan Administration. The visit occurred just after the passage of the ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act’ in the U.S. Congress, awaiting President Biden's signature. More...

Current Affairs 27th June 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Multi Omics Context: India’s use of multi-omics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of diseases like tuberculosis (TB), cancers, and antimicrobial resistance. What is Multi-Omics? Multi-Omics refers to an integrative approach in biological research that combines data from multiple "omics"...

It is About the Jobs: India’s Economic Growth and Workforce Challenges

Context As per the International Monetary Fund (IMF), India is expected to surpass Japan and become the fourth-largest economy globally by the end of 2025. By 2027, it is projected to overtake Germany to become the third-largest, positioning the U.S.,...

What is Sengol: History and Significance

Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary's Statement on Sengol Samajwadi Party MP R K Chaudhary has called for the removal of the Sengol from the Lok Sabha, labeling it a symbol of "rajtantra" (monarchy) and suggesting it be replaced with a...

Micro, Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises Day 2024

Every year on June 27, the global community comes together to celebrate Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day. This observance, initiated by the United Nations, underscores the significant contributions of MSMEs to economies and societies around the world. Micro,...

Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA Act) 1996

Context Political representation for marginalised communities can boost forest conservation and secure economic interests. They advocate for decentralisation and democratisation, giving local communities actual decision-making power in resource management. Background of PESA Act 1996 India's conservation policy has struggled with...

Current Affairs 26th June 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

E-Sakshya App Context: A few days before the implementation of the three penal laws, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is testing eSakshya (electronic evidence) application. About eSakshya App Implementation: Developed by the National Informatics Center (NIC). Available to...

Editorial of the Day (26th June): Maharashtra’s Water Crisis

Context: Marathwada, a region in Maharashtra, faces significant water scarcity exacerbated by its geographical and climatic conditions. The situation worsened following a deficient monsoon, leading the Maharashtra government to declare several parts of the State drought-hit. Factors Responsible For Water...

Election Of Lok Sabha Speaker, Criteria and Voting Process

Context: Om Birla was elected the Lok Sabha Speaker (2nd time) by defeating the opposition candidate Kodikkunil Suresh. Election Of Lok Sabha Speaker Article 93: It says that the House of the People shall, as soon as may be, choose...