Current affairs

Governor’s Assent to State Laws

Context: The Kerala government petitioned the Supreme Court challenging the actions of the Governor of Kerala and President Murmu regarding assent to Bills passed by the state legislature. Governor's Role in Lawmaking (Article 200) Can assent to the Bill, withhold...

Editorial of the Day (29th Mar): WHO Pandemic Agreement

Context: The World Health Organization Pandemic Agreement might be in jeopardy of failing. WHO Pandemic Agreement: An Overview Origin: Announced in March 2021 by world leaders, it's being developed by the World Health Organization (WHO). Goal: Strengthen pandemic prevention, preparedness,...

Current Affairs 29th March 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Fiscal Deficit Context: The fiscal deficit of India’s central government surged to ₹15 lakh crore in the first eleven months of the fiscal year 2023-24, up from ₹11 lakh crore noted at the end of January. More in News Despite...

China-Taiwan Conflict, Background, India’s Stance

Context: India's growing global interests compelled it to ensure the Taiwan Strait's status quo remained peaceful to protect trade ties and avert regional conflict with catastrophic economic implications. Background of China-Taiwan Conflict China-Taiwan Conflict Historical Control of Taiwan Taiwan was...

India TB Report 2024 released by Union Health Ministry

Context: According to the India TB Report 2024 released by the Union Health Ministry, India has seen a 16% decline in new tuberculosis (TB) cases and an 18% reduction in mortality since 2015. India TB Report 2024 Important Highlights The...

Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) Could be Removed from Kashmir

Context: Regional parties in Jammu & Kashmir reacted cautiously to the Home Minister's suggestion of potentially revoking AFSPA and pulling back troops post-elections. More on News The Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the enforcement of the Armed Forces (Special...

India’s Total Fertility Rate, Reasons, Future Strategies

Context: According to a study published in The Lancet, the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) worldwide has significantly decreased from about five children per woman in 1950 to 2.2 children in 2021. By 2050, 76% (155 out of 204 countries) will...

Current Affairs 28th March 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Tiger Triumph Exercise Context: Armed forces from India and the U.S. participated in a bilateral exercise Tiger Triumph 2024. About Triumph Exercise Goal: Improve joint capabilities for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations. Refine procedures for smooth coordination between...

Editorial of the Day (28th Mar): Humanitarian Aid-Ethical Concerns

Context: Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, highlighted that Gaza's entire population faces severe acute food insecurity. This situation is unprecedented globally. Politics of Humanitarian Aid UNRWA Funding Halt: Following Blinken's remarks, the U.S. Congress stopped funding the UN Relief...

Use of Religion in Election Campaigns

Context: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lodged a complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against Rahul Gandhi for hurting the sentiments of Hindus through his remark on ‘shakti’. Laws and Regulations Regarding Religion in Indian Elections The Representation...