Current affairs

Editorial of the Day (19 Dec): What does COP-28 mean for cities?

Context: The 28th Conference of Parties (COP-28) in Dubai highlighted the significance of cities in addressing climate change. Linkages With The Cities Currently, 55% of the global population is urban and this is expected to reach 68% by 2050. The...

Current Affairs 19th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) Context: Recently, India has been chosen as the Partner Administration for the Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) programme and will provide Tax Experts for this. About Tax Inspector without Borders A joint effort by UNDP...

Editorial of the Day (18 Dec): Forest Rights Act (FRA)

Context: 17 years post-enactment, the Forest Rights Act (2006), aimed at resolving forest encroachments and historical injustices for forest communities, largely falls short in delivering justice and democratic governance. Historical Injustices Faced by Forest Dwellers and the Forest Rights Act...

Editorial of the Day (18 Dec): Present Challenges in Red Sea- Geo-Strategic Choke Points

Context: The security challenges in the Red Sea Region i.e. involvement of Hamas (Palestinian-based) and Houthi Militia (Yemen based) will likely have an adverse impact on global trade and Asian economies. Emerging Threats Houthi Aggression: The Yemeni Houthi militia, empowered...

Goa Liberation Day 2023, Date, History, Significance

Goa Liberation Day, annually observed on December 19, is a significant celebration marking the liberation of the coastal state from Portuguese rule in 1961. This commemorative day instills a sense of pride and independence among Goans, highlighting the historical event...

Editorial of the Day (16 Dec): Balancing India’s Renewable Energy Push

Context: COP28 ended with a bumpy "transition from fossil fuels," avoiding a direct phase-out due to major players like India, China & South Africa blocking a coal plant restriction clause. India's Renewed Focus on Coal Power Policy Shift Towards Coal:...

Making India an Arbitration Hub, Methods, Types, Challenges

Context: SC ruled unstamped contracts enforceable in arbitration, easing delays and upholding minimal court intervention. Judgements by Supreme Court on Arbitration Judgement of five-judge bench of the Supreme Court (N Global Mercantile Pvt. Ltd. vs. Indon Unique Flame Ltd.): They...

Editorial of the Day (16 Dec): Bridging the Gulf

Context: Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman's visit to India marks a significant step in the long-standing and evolving relationship between the two nations, emphasising their strategic partnership. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join India-Oman relations In February 2018, Indian...

Editorial of the Day (16 Dec): Innovation Or Safety

Context: The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), an alliance of 29 countries, recently adopted the New Delhi declaration, emphasising the need to manage risks from AI development and deployment while promoting equitable access to AI resources. About New Delhi...

Current Affairs 18th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Barracuda Context: India’s fastest solar-electric boat named Barracuda has been launched at the Navgathi Panavally Yard in Alappuzha, Kerala. About Barracuda India's fastest solar-electric boat, named Barracuda after a fast and elongated fish, is a collaborative creation by Navalt Solar...