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Current Affairs 17th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Motion of Confidence Context: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal moved a motion of confidence in the legislative assembly. About Motion of Confidence A Motion of Confidence is a supportive motion introduced by a government in legislative bodies to allow elected...

Sandeshkhali Violence in West Bengal, Causes and Way Forward

Sandeshkhali Violence The Sandeshkhali violence in West Bengal has stirred widespread concern and calls for action in response to allegations of sexual assault, harassment, and other atrocities committed against women by members of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). Situated in...

Henley Passport Index 2024, India Holds the 85th Position

Henley Passport Index 2024 The Henley Passport Index for 2024 is a comprehensive ranking system that assesses the strength and global mobility of passports from various countries. It is compiled using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Authority (IATA)...

Editorial of the Day (17th Feb): AI Voice Cloning-Ethical Concerns

Context: A.R. Rahman used AI to recreate the voices of deceased singers Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed in a song, sparking debate on AI's role in music. Background of AI Voice Cloning In a recent development within the music industry,...

Editorial of the Day (17th Feb): USA’s-China Tibet Dispute Bill

Context: The U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill aimed at encouraging China to engage in talks with Tibetan leaders to resolve the Tibet-China conflict. USA's House of Representatives Tibet-China Dispute Bill Details Goal: Pressure China to resume dialogue with...

Current Affairs 16th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Data Exclusivity - FTA Context: India has rejected the demand of the four European nations EFTA bloc for inclusion of a ‘data exclusivity’ provision in proposed free trade agreements. Background EU and EFTA Demands: Since 2008, the European Union and...

Abu Dhabi BAPS Temple, PM Modi inaugurated UAE’s 1st Hindu temple

Abu Dhabi BAPS Temple The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of cultural unity and religious tolerance. Built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, this traditional Hindu temple represents a milestone in interfaith...

Current Affairs 15th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Horseshoe Crab Context: Environmental organisations petitioned the U.S. government to classify the American horseshoe crab as an endangered species. These are under threat from commercial harvests for bait and biomedical use as well as from habitat loss and climate change....

Indian Ocean Conference and its Significance

Context: Recently, the Indian Ocean Conference was held in Perth, Australia. About Indian Ocean Conference Conference Focus: The Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) annually emphasises the Indian Ocean region's geopolitical, economic, and strategic significance. Diverse Participation: It gathers policymakers, academics, business...

Editorial of the Day (10th Feb): Meeting Renewable Energy Goals

Context: India's commitment to becoming greenhouse gas (GHG) neutral by 2070 involves significant expansion in renewable energy (RE), targeting 500 GW by 2030. Progress and Policies for Renewable Energy RE Expansion: India aims for 500 GW of RE by 2030,...