Current affairs

CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing, Key Components, Applications, Challenges

Context: Scientists from the CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, New Delhi, have developed an enhanced genome-editing system that can modify DNA more precisely and more efficiently than existing CRISPR-based technologies. More in News Researchers modified amino acids in FnCas9...

Current Affairs 30th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

India Blocking Chinese Context: Indian authorities have promised more visas to Chinese technicians. Reasons for Issuing Visas to Chinese Technicians Skill Gap: There is a significant skill gap between Chinese and Indian factory supervisors and workers. Productivity: Chinese professionals are...

Defence Acquisition Council in India, Members, Functions, Challenges

Context: Defence Acquisition Council reviewed and approved amendments to the procurement deal for 31 MQ-9B Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) from General Atomics, USA. More in News The amendments are primarily focused on increasing the indigenous content and other related aspects...

India Employment Report 2024: ILO

Context: The Indian government is expected to file a complaint against the International Labour Organization's (ILO) employment report for India. Findings of the ILO's India Employment Report Unemployment Among Youth High Proportion of Youth Unemployment: India's youth make up about...

Editorial of the Day (30 Jul): Can states tax mining activities?

Context: Recently, the Supreme Court confirmed that States possess the legislative power to impose taxes on minerals in addition to the royalties charged by the Central government. Background 1989 Ruling: A seven-judge Supreme Court bench held that under the Mines...

Right to be Forgotten, Background, Significance and Challenges

Context: The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a case that will shape the “right to be forgotten”. Right to be Forgotten: Background A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud will review...

Current Affairs 29th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Critical Minerals Context: The Centre has cancelled the auction of 3 critical mineral blocks. About Critical Minerals Critical minerals are mineral resources, both primary and processed, that are essential inputs in modern technologies, economies, and national security. The risk of...

South Africa’s Law on Climate Change

Context South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has signed legislation that imposes mandatory curbs on emissions from large, fossil-fuel-heavy industries and requires climate-adaptation plans from towns and villages. This law aims to help South Africa meet its emissions reduction commitments under...

Current Affairs 27th July 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Royal Burial Mounds - UNESCO World Heritage Context: The Charaideo Moidams were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. About Moidams – the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty The Moidams are linked to the Tai Ahom rulers who migrated...

Editorial of the Day (27 July): Cheaper Cancer Drugs

Context: In the 2024-25 budget, the Finance Minister announced customs duty exemptions on three targeted cancer drugs: trastuzumab deruxtecan, osimertinib, and durvalumab. What is Targeted Cancer Drugs? These drugs specifically attack cancer cells while sparing normal cells. They focus on...