Current affairs

National Voters’ Day 2024, Theme, Historical Perspective, Significance

National Voters' Day (NVD), observed annually on January 25th, stands as a vibrant celebration of democracy, highlighting the profound significance of each vote in shaping the destiny of a nation. Instituted in 2011 by the Election Commission of India (ECI),...

Intersectionality of Gender and Caste in Women’s Participation in Labour Force

Context: Women's participation in India's workforce (LFP) has sharply declined in recent decades, mirroring a general trend. Challenges of Female Labour Force Participation (LFP) Limited Opportunity: Rigidities in both manufacturing and service sectors limit formal employment opportunities, pushing women towards...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): FMR along Myanmar Border

Context: The Home Minister had stated that the India- Myanmar borders will be fenced and the government will reconsider the Free Movement Regime (FMR). What Is Free Movement Regime (FMR)? The FMR, a bilateral agreement between India and Myanmar, all...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): Drivers of Food Inflation

Context: World food prices based on the FAO index have been declining since November 2022, reaching a 25.8% drop compared to the March 2022 peak. While India's domestic food inflation remains stubbornly high.at 9.5% in December 2023. De-globalization of Food...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Jan): Tax Contribution by States needs to be Revisited

Context: GST offers a chance to fairly measure state contributions (via tax & fuel consumption) and reward them financially. This should be considered for future distribution formulas. Role And Evolution Of Finance Commission The Finance Commissions primary role is: To...

Current Affairs 24th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Apex court to decide if Centre encroached on Punjab’s domain Context: The Supreme Court of India is set to examine whether border States should be treated equally in terms of the jurisdiction area of the Border Security Force (BSF). More...

Oscar Nominations 2024, Complete List of Nominees for 2024 Oscars

Oscar Nominations 2024 The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has been presenting the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, for over 90 years. The 2024 Oscar nominations were announced on Tuesday morning. 96th Academy Awards nominations...

National Girl Child Day 2024, Theme, History and Celebration

National Girl Child Day 2024 National Girl Child Day is observed annually on January 24th to raise awareness about the challenges faced by girls in Indian society. The day emphasizes the importance of equal opportunities in education, healthcare, and nutrition,...

Current Affairs 23rd January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

NISAR Mission Context: The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) Mission is on track for an “early 2024” launch. About NISAR Mission Joint NASA-ISRO Low Earth Orbit Observatory: NISAR is a collaborative project between NASA and ISRO, positioned in Low Earth...

Editorial of the Day (22nd Jan): Post Office Act, its Unbridled Powers of Interception

Context: The newly enacted Act does not make any provision for procedural safeguards to dispel fears of misuse of the substantive provision on interception. Key Issues Related To The Post Office Act Lack of Procedural Safeguards in New Legislation: The...