Current affairs

Industrial Alcohol and its Uses, Regulation of Alcohol in India

Context: The Supreme Court questioned the Centre's exclusive control over industrial alcohol without giving States even the opportunity to regulate its inflow to prevent misuse for drinking. About Industrial Alcohol Industrial alcohol, also called denatured alcohol or ethanol. Uses: Chemical...

Current Affairs 10th April 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rayalaseema Context: Andhra Pradesh faces a severe heatwave and water scarcity, particularly in Rayalaseema. About Rayalaseema Location: Southern part of Andhra Pradesh. Comprises the southern districts of Anantapur, Chittoor, Kadapa, and Kurnool Geography: It is made up of Archean Gneiss...

Right Against Adverse Effects Of Climate Change

Context: The Supreme Court has expanded the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to include the “right against the adverse effects of climate change”. In a landmark judgement passed on April 6, 2024, the Supreme Court of India recognized the...

AUKUS Trilateral Security Alliance, Objectives, Members

Context: The US, UK, and Australia are considering adding Japan to the AUKUS security pact to boost Indo-Pacific defences. About AUKUS About AUKUS Launched September, 2021 What is it? Trilateral security alliance between the United States, United Kingdom and Australia....

Current Affairs 9th April 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Orsk Context Russia has evacuated around 2,000 people from their homes in the Russian city of Orsk after rising waters in the Ural river flooded riverside villages and caused a dam to burst. The water levels in Orsk, Russia prompted...

Editorial of the Day (9th Apr): Status of Indian Economy

Context: The Indian economy is projected to have 7% GDP growth in 2024-25. Indian Economy: Current Status Economic Growth and Optimism GDP Growth: India's GDP grew by 8.4% in Q3 of 2023-24, with manufacturing PMI at a 16-month high of...

Health Equity, Role of Different Stakeholders and Challenges

What is Health Equity? Definition: Everyone has an equal opportunity to achieve optimal health, regardless of background. Goes beyond access to healthcare, addressing social determinants of health like poverty, education, and environment Example: A child in rural poverty lacks access...

Universal Health Coverage (UHC), UN Resolution and India’s Commitment

Context: Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is critical for improving public health and economic robustness and plays a pivotal impact in achieving health equality in India. What is Universal Health Coverage (UHC)? Universal access to comprehensive, high-quality health services without financial...

Semiconductor Manufacturing in India, Need, Challenges

Context: The TATA group has partnered with Taiwan’s Power chip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) to set-up a 300mm wafer fabrication plant in Gujarat. Semiconductor chip manufacturing is limited to a few regions globally. Recent supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions...

Editorial of the Day (8th Apr): Bengaluru and Cape Town-Water Crisis

Context: Bengaluru is grappling with acute water scarcity, reminiscent of Cape Town's crisis (2015-18). Cape Town's Water Crisis (2015-2018): A Case Study Cause: Prolonged drought and below-average rainfall. Impact: Critically low reservoir levels (e.g., Theewaterskloof Dam at 11.3% capacity). "Day...