Current affairs

Vaikom Satyagraha Started 100 Years Ago, Background and Aftermath

Context: This year commemorates the centenary of the Vaikom Satyagraha, a landmark event in the history of social reform movements in India that began on March 30, 1924. Vaikom Satyagraha The Vaikom Satyagraha, initiated on March 30, 1924, in the...

Current Affairs 1st April 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

India's Trade - UNCTAD report Context: According to a report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), India’s trade dependence on China and the European Union (EU) grew by 1.2 per cent while its reliance on Saudi...

Government-e-Marketplace (GeM) Portal, Features, Advantages

Context: The procurement of goods and services through the Government-e-Marketplace (GeM) platform has doubled (Rs. 4 lakh crore) in the current FY 2023-24. About Government-e-Marketplace (GeM) Launched: August 9, 2016 by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Purpose: To facilitate...

Current Affairs 30th March 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Great Indian Bustard Context: The Supreme Court of India is re-evaluating its April 2021 order for underground power lines in GIB habitats, following the Centre's claim of the order being practically impossible to implement over long distances. More in News...

Internet Freedom in India, Regional Focus, Legal Framework

Context: India has been the world leader in internet shutdowns for five consecutive years, accounting for 60% of global blackouts from 2016 to 2022. Internet Shutdowns in India Frequency: A total of 780 shutdowns were imposed by the Indian government...

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...