Current affairs

Editorial of the Day (27th Feb): New Grain Storage Plan

Context: Recently, PM Narendra Modi launched the world’s largest grain storage plan in the cooperative sector. Expansion of Grain Storage Capacity Infrastructure Enhancement: A large-scale project to nearly double the country's grain storage capacity. The plan involves setting up ultra-modern...

Budget Allocation to Education and its Impact on Marginalised Groups

Context: The Interim Budget has slashed allocation to higher education which exacerbated the economic burden on both educational institutions and students. Economic Implications of the Interim Budget on Higher Education Substantial Budget Cuts to UGC: The University Grants Commission (UGC)...

Editorial of the Day (26th Feb): At the high table-On the Raisina Dialogue

Context: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar described India as a "bridging power" at the Raisina Dialogue, emphasising its role in finding common ground through a "multi-vector" policy and acting as a "Vishwamitra" or friend to the world. Participation and Focus...

Editorial of the Day (26th Feb): Palestinian Statehood

Context: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly opposed a two-state solution, advocating for Israeli control over the entire area west of the Jordan River. Challenges Associated to Palestinian Statehood International Recognition of Palestinian Statehood: Initiatives by countries like the...

Current Affairs 26th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Blanets Context: Researchers in Japan theorised that planets can form in the massive clouds of dust and gas around supermassive black holes. What Are Blanets? About: Blanets are theoretical planets that may form in the massive clouds of dust and...

Section 144 of CrPC, Purpose, Curfew and its Legal Implications

Context: The High Court questioned the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on its request to stage a protest in the national capital, despite an existing ban under Section 144 of the CrPC due to ongoing farmers' protests. About Section 144 of...

Editorial of the Day (24th Feb): Design of a Subsidy

Context: India launched the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) scheme in 2016 which successfully increased access, but usage of LPG refills remained low among PMUY beneficiaries compared to non-PMUY households. Challenges against the Design of a Subsidy Cash-back subsidy: The...

Grey Zone Warfare and India’s Counter Measures

Context: Recent events on China's borders (South China Sea, Line of Actual Control) to the concept of "grey-zone warfare," suggesting China might be employing subtle, long-term strategies in disputed areas. About Grey Zone Warfare and India's Counter Measures Grey-zone warfare...

Editorial of the Day (24th Feb): Changing the Growth Paradigm

Context: The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India expressed concerns in an open letter to the Finance Minister about the unhealthy state of India's economy. Issues Highlighted About India's Economy And Development Model GDP as an Inadequate Measure: The...

Current Affairs 24th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Enforcement Directorate (ED) Context: The Supreme Court scrutinised the Tamil Nadu government's intervention at the Madras High Court, which led to a suspension of the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) summons regarding a money laundering case associated with illegal sand mining. About...