Current affairs

India Assumes Chairship of International IDEA 2026

Context India's Election Commission of India has been elected as the chairship of International IDEA for 2026, an inter-government organization supporting democracy across the world. About International IDEA International Institute for Democracy & Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is an intergovernmental...

Delhi Declaration 2026: Reaffirming Democratic Values and Electoral Integrity

Context Election Commission of India organised the three day International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 at Delhi. The conference saw participation of heads of 42 Election Management Bodies, experts from multiple countries and officials of ECI and...

Gig Workers, Labour Law, and the Illusion of Contractual Freedom

Labour laws in various jurisdictions are based on a fundamental acknowledgement that the relationship between an employer and an employee lacks equal bargaining power. This disparity is not coincidental but inherent, stemming from the capitalist structure of production. Employers possess...

Buddhist Triangle Sites of Odisha in UNESCO’s Tentative List

India has nominated three important Buddhist heritage sites of Odisha – Lalitagiri, Udayagiri and Ratnagiri, located in the Assia hill range, for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List. These sites have been added to UNESCO’s Tentative World Heritage Sites...

Totos of Bengal: About Toto Tribe, PVTG Status, Language, Challenges and SIR Issue

The Totos of Bengal are one of the smallest and most vulnerable tribal communities in India. Living in a remote corner of West Bengal, this tribal group has recently come into focus due to the difficulties they are facing during...

77th Republic Day 2026: Date, History, Significance, Theme, Parade

India will proudly celebrate its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with great patriotism and national fervour. This historic day marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950, when India officially became a sovereign, democratic, and republic nation....

National Girl Child Day 2026: History, Significance And Quotes

National Girl Child Day 2026 is observed across India on 24 January 2026 to promote awareness about the rights, education, health, safety, and empowerment of the girl child. This special day highlights the need to eliminate gender discrimination and create...

Blooming Seas around Chatham Islands: A Spectacle of Ocean Productivity and Climate Dynamics

Context During the Southern Hemisphere summer, an unusual phytoplankton bloom was observed in the ocean around the Chatham Islands About Chatham Islands A remote archipelago and the easternmost territory of New Zealand, located in the South Pacific Ocean. Location: Approximately...

One District One Product (ODOP): Boosting Local Economy and Indigenous Industries

Context ODOP strengthens district economies by branding unique local products, empowering artisans, boosting MSMEs, and expanding exports through digital platforms and exhibitions. PM Ekta Malls complement ODOP by providing dedicated retail spaces for ODOP and GI-tagged goods, combining cultural showcasing...

Shikshapatri Dwishatabdi: 200 Years of Moral, Social, and Spiritual Guidance

Context Prime Minister, in a video message at the Shikshapatri Dwishatabdi Mahotsav, noted that the occasion marks the completion of 200 years of Bhagwan Swaminarayan’s Shikshapatri. About Shikshapatri Dwishatabdi Author: Personally written by Bhagwan Swaminarayan (Sahajanand Swami). Composition Date: Completed...