Current affairs

Use of State Media by Political Parties

Context Two Opposition leaders were required to modify their speeches aired on Doordarshan and All India Radio (AIR) during the run-up to the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Leaders Involved: Sitaram Yechury (Communist Party of India - Marxist) and G. Devarajan...

Evolution of India’s Climate Policy, Key Determinants, Vision

Context: India faced the dual challenges of sustaining rapid economic growth while addressing the global threat of climate change. Evolution of India’s Climate Policy Over-exploitation by the Developed World: Climate change has reached a crisis stage due to the excessive,...

Current Affairs 20th May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Mt. Ibu Context: Mt. Ibu erupted and sent ash 4 km (2.5 miles) high, as streaks of purple lightning flashed around its crater. About Mt Ibu Location: Mt. Ibu is an active stratovolcano located on Halmahera Island in Indonesia. Elevation:...

Rock Art of India: First Evidence, Importance and its Types

Context: The first evidence of rock art in Mangaluru city has been discovered near the Boloor Panne Koteda Babbu Swamy shrine. More In News The rock art consists of a pair of human footprints found on a natural stone boulder...

Editorial of the Day (18th May): Hurdles on Path to Green

Context 2023 was the warmest year on record, highlighting the urgency of climate action. India is the third-largest carbon emitter, with sectors like power, steel, cement, chemicals, fertilisers, and refineries under scrutiny. Government Initiatives The government supports a shift to...

Current Affairs 18th May 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

UN - Global Growth Context: The United Nations has raised its 2024 global economic growth forecast to 2.7%, up from its earlier prediction of 2.4% in January. More In News This improved outlook is driven by stronger performance in the...

Political Parties in India, Criteria, Issues and Recommendations

Context: The Election Commission of India (ECI) emphasised in its report on the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) that star campaigners should set positive examples and not disrupt societal harmony. This has sparked a debate about the ECI's authority to...

Digital Competition Bill Draft, Proposals, Need, Criticism

Context: India proposed a new law, taking inspiration from the European Union's regulatory framework, to curb anti-competitive practices by tech giants such as Google, Facebook, and Amazon. Key Proposals Of Draft Digital Competition Bill Aim: To stop these companies from...

Suwaseriya 1990 Free Ambulance Service, Challenges and Current Status

Context: An India-gifted free ambulance service, known as ‘Suwaseriya 1990’, has been providing vital pre-hospital emergency care across Sri Lanka for the past eight years. However, it now faces critical challenges, as highlighted by a recent social media post from...

Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List 2024 Released

The 'Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia' list for 2024 celebrates young entrepreneurs and leaders under the age of 30 from the Asia-Pacific region. This prestigious list includes remarkable individuals across ten categories, highlighting their innovative contributions and leadership. In the...