Current affairs

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....

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,...

Editorial of the Day (10th Feb): Bilateral Investment Treaties

Context: Finance Minister Nirmala  Sitharaman announced plans to negotiate Bilateral Investment Treaties with trade partners to attract more foreign direct investment. Bilateral Investment Treaties: An Overview Definition: BITs are international agreements between two countries to promote and protect mutual investments....

Current Affairs 10th February 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Bharat Ratna Context: The Bharat Ratna will be conferred on former Prime Ministers P.V. Narasimha Rao and Chaudhary Charan Singh, M.S. Swaminathan. More in News Tally of five awardees makes this year’s list the longest ever, surpassing four awardees in...

New Delhi World Book Fair 2024, Started From February 10 to 18

New Delhi World Book Fair 2024 The New Delhi Book Fair 2024 is set to captivate book enthusiasts and cultural aficionados alike as it returns to Pragati Maidan from February 10 to 18. Organized by the National Book Trust in...