Current affairs

Current Affairs 5th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Line of Actual Control (LAC) Context The delegations from India and China met at Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). What is the Line of Actual Control (LAC)? Demarcation Purpose: LAC serves as the demarcation line separating Indian-controlled territory from Chinese-controlled territory....

Climate Resilient Farming, Benefits and Challenges

Context In its 100-day agenda plan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has decided to prepare 50k villages across 310 districts in India for climate resilient farming About Climate Resilient Farming Climate resilient farming involves the incorporation of adaptation, mitigation,...

5 Year Climate Agenda for India

Context The Indian government needs to enhance India’s global climate leadership. India, having secured a seat at most international tables, must now showcase its prowess in climate action. India’s Climate Transformation Past Decade Achievements: Significant climate intent and progress. Transitioned...

Nine Internal Security Challenges

Context The newly formed government needs comprehensive government planning to strengthen the internal security. India's Internal Security: A 9-Point Plan The newly formed government in India requires a comprehensive plan to enhance internal security. Here is a detailed 9-point plan...

Current Affairs 4th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Committee to Frame Rules on Oath Taking Context The Speaker of Lok Sabha has constituted a committee to frame rules for “oath-taking and affirmation” of MPs. More in News There were several instances of members raising slogans while taking oath...

Current Affairs 3rd July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

State Capacity Context State capacity measures a government's ability to provide public services. About State Capacity State capacity refers to the capability of a government to provide public goods and services effectively to its citizens. It is often seen as...

Current Affairs 2nd July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

16th Finance Commission Context The 16th Finance Commission (FC) of India has commenced its operations. About the Finance Commission Body: It is a constitutional, independent, non-political body. Composition: It consists of a chairman and four other members. First Constituted: The...

Current Affairs 1st July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

India’s Flora and Fauna Context Data released by Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav showed the new species of plant and animal species discovered in India in 2023. About the Discovery In 2023, total species added: 641 species were added to...

Improving Rural Mobile Connectivity

Context The IEEE 2061-2024 standard, developed by a research group at IIT Bombay  focuses on creating an affordable wireless network architecture designed specifically for rural areas. About IEEE 2061-2024 Standard Developed by: IIT Bombay research group l Heterogeneous Access Network...

Indigenous Submarines, Indigenous Conventional Submarine

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has started a preliminary study on designing and developing an indigenous conventional submarine under Project-76. More in News Continuation of ATV Project: This project is a continuation of the Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV)...