Current affairs

Current Affairs 2nd December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Drones to Women SHGs Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Central Sector Scheme for providing Drones to the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs). Central Sector Scheme Overview Type: Central Sector Scheme Objective: To equip selected Women Self Help Groups...

Indian Pharmaceutical Sector, Policy Framework, Challenges

Context: The Indian pharmaceutical industry is expected to reach the $130 billion mark by 2030. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join Indian Pharmaceutical Sector: An Overview Historical Evolution The Indian pharmaceutical industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past...

Halal Certificate Ban in U.P., Reasons, Issuance of Halal Certificates

Context: Uttar Pradesh Government’s Food Security and Drug Administration banned the “manufacture, sale, storage and distribution of halal-certified products with immediate effect. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join About term Halal Halal (Arabic term) means ‘permissible’, as opposed to notions...

Editorial Summary: ‘India’s G-20 Presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism’

‘India’s G-20 Presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism’ Context: India's presidency of the G-20 marked a significant year, characterised by efforts to address global challenges and promote a more inclusive and sustainable future. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to...

Current Affairs 1st December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum Context: The 4th edition of the ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) was held in Langkawi, Malaysia. ASEAN India Grassroots InnovationForum (AIGIF): An Introduction It is an annual forum designed to enhance collaboration between India...

World AIDS Day 2023, Date, Theme, History and Significance

World AIDS Day is observed on December 1st each year. It is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, supporting those living with the virus, commemorating those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses, and advocating for...

Fibre Optic Cables, Uses, Types, Components, Working

Context: With advancements in quantum optics and fibre optic communication, we are on the brink of a new technological era. What is an Optical Fibre? Optical fibres, composed of extremely thin cylindrical glass strands, are capable of transmitting various forms...

Indian Coast Guard Conducts 9th NATPOLREX Exercise 2023

Context: The 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) was conducted by the Indian Coast Guard off Vadinar, Gujarat. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join NATPOLREX Exercise 2023 Overview NATPOLREX Exercise 2023 Overview Nature of NATPOLREX Exercise This is a...

Dark Sky Reserve in Ladakh, Meaning, Criteria, Importance

Context: Ladakh will soon have South East Asia’s first Night Sky Sanctuary at Hanle. It will be South East Asia’s first Night Sky sanctuary situated within Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. What is Dark Sky Reserve? Definition: A Dark Sky Reserve is...

Rat Hole Mining, How Banned Rat Hole Mining Saved India’s Trapped Workers?

GContext: In the recent rescue operation to free 41 trapped workers inside Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel, the Rat Hole Mining method was employed to successfully evacuate them. Rat Hole Mining involves manual drilling by skilled workers, commonly practiced in Meghalaya. Narrow...