Current affairs

Current Affairs 24th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rhino Context: Despite a small rise in the global rhinoceros population, poaching remains a serious threat especially in South Africa. Conservationists call for stronger protection and greater community awareness to curb illegal demand for rhino horns and ensure the species'...

Tirupati Laddoos contain Beef Fat, Fish oil, Confirms Lab Report

The Tirupati Laddoo, an iconic prasadam offered at the Tirumala Tirupati temple, holds immense cultural and religious significance for millions of devotees. Recent allegations regarding the quality of ingredients used in these laddoos have sparked a political controversy in Andhra...

Joint Commanders Conference (JCC): Review of Military

Context: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh initiated a Joint Commanders’ Conference (JCC) to enhance discussions on national security among top military commanders. The inaugural conference took place in Lucknow. More in News The JCC aims to facilitate in-depth discussions between political...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Sep): Fact-checking cannot be an excuse to Impose Censorship

Context: The Bombay High Court’s Justice AS Chandurkar struck down Rule 3 of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2023 (IT Rules Amendment). What was the rule? ➺    It empowered the Central government to...

Current Affairs 23rd Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Context: India signed key agreements under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the USA. These agreements focused on clean and fair economies, aim to foster...

Rhea Singha Crowned Miss Universe India 2024

The prestigious Miss Universe India 2024 crown has been claimed by Rhea Singha, a 19-year-old model, actor, and TEDx speaker from Gujarat. Her victory has captured the nation’s attention as she now gears up to represent India at the Miss...

QUAD Leaders’ Summit 2024, Key Takeaways and Significance

The QUAD Summit 2024, held in Delaware, USA, marked a significant shift in the strategic priorities of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, commonly known as QUAD. The leaders of the United States, India, Japan, and Australia convened for the sixth summit,...

USA Fed’s Rate Reduction Implications for Developing Economies

Rationale Behind the Rate Cut The Fed Chairman explained that the cut was part of a "recalibration" of policy aimed at maintaining strength in the labour market while moderating growth and inflation towards a target of 2%. The Fed's dual...

Current Affairs 21st Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

PM Surya Ghar - Muft Bijli Yojna Context: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced a ₹500-crore fund for Innovative Projects under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This initiative aims to support advancements like blockchain-based peer-to-peer...

Editorial of the Day (20th Sep): For Liberty, By Law: Recent SC decision granting bail

Recent Supreme Court Developments Bail and Due Process Rights: In July 2023, a Supreme Court bench addressed the issue of bail under stringent laws like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The Court ruled that prolonged trials cannot justify indefinite...