Current affairs

World Snake Day 2026: Date, History, Theme, Significance, Facts and Snake Species in India

World Snake Day 2026 is observed on Thursday, July 16, 2026, to raise global awareness about the ecological importance of snakes and to encourage their conservation. Despite being among the most misunderstood reptiles, snakes play a crucial role in maintaining...

Urban Employment in India: Growth, Challenges and Way Forward

Context Recent PLFS 2025 and ASUSE 2025 data show that India's million-plus cities are emerging as major centres of formal employment, higher wages, enterprise growth and productivity, reshaping the country's urban labour market. How are Indian Cities Driving Employment-Led Growth?...

World Youth Skills Day 2026: Theme, Date, History and Significance

World Youth Skills Day 2026 is being observed globally on 15 July 2026 (Wednesday) under the theme "Skills for a Shared Future." The annual observance, led by the United Nations (UN) in collaboration with UNESCO, the International Labour Organization (ILO),...

Reimagining India’s Cooperative Movement: Challenges, Reforms & Way Forward

Context As the Ministry of Cooperation completes five years of its establishment, it is an appropriate moment to assess not only what has been achieved but also what should define the next phase of India's cooperative movement. How has India's...

Horizontal Application of Fundamental Rights: Delhi HC on Right to Privacy Under Article 21

The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed the principle of the Horizontal Application of Fundamental Rights by holding that private media houses performing a public function can be proceeded against under Article 226 of the Constitution for violating an individual's Right...

NAMASTE Day 2026: Significance, NAMASTE Scheme, Objectives & Key Features

India will celebrate NAMASTE Day 2026 on 14 July 2026, marking the third anniversary of the National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme. The nationwide observance recognizes the invaluable contribution of sanitation workers and reaffirms the Government of India's...

11 Years of Digital India Mission: Key Achievements and the eSaras Initiative

The Digital India Mission, launched on 1 July 2015, has completed 11 years of transforming India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. Over the past decade, the initiative has revolutionised governance, financial inclusion, digital infrastructure, and public service...

India’s Demographic Dividend: Challenges, Bottlenecks & Way Forward

Context A recent analysis has raised concerns that India's demographic dividend is being undermined, risking the loss of a once-in-a-generation demographic opportunity. How is India Failing to Harness its Demographic Dividend? Inter-State Demographic Divergence: India's demographic dividend is increasingly concentrated...

Global Liveability Index 2026: Top Rankings, India’s Performance and Key Highlights

The Global Liveability Index 2026, released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), provides a comprehensive assessment of the quality of life in major cities across the world. The annual index evaluates 173 cities based on factors that influence everyday living,...

World Population Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance, Objectives and Facts

World Population Day 2026 is observed on 11 July 2026 (Saturday) to raise awareness about population-related issues, including population growth, reproductive health, family planning, gender equality, youth empowerment, maternal healthcare, and sustainable development. The annual observance encourages governments, international organizations,...