Current affairs

Muizzu sets March 15 Deadline for India to Withdraw Troops

Context: Maldivian President Muhammed Muizzu asked India to withdraw its troops from Maldives by March, 15. ‘India First’ To ‘India Out’ Maldives' foreign policy Shift Towards China (2013-2018): Under President Abdulla Yameen's leadership (2013-2018), the Maldives tilted towards China. During...

Current Affairs 16th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project Context: The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) in Telangana has been mired in controversy since its inception due to its extensive infrastructure including water tunnels, aqueducts, underground surge pools, and large pumps. About Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation...

National Startup Day 2024, Theme, History, Events

National Startup Day 2024 National Startup Day is a special day in India, celebrated annually on January 16th. It marks the foundation day of Startup India, a government initiative launched in 2016 to foster the growth of the Indian startup...

Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine, How does HPV Vaccine Work?

Context: The government is set to roll out a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls in the 9-14 years age group to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer (the second most common cancer in women in India. Human Papillomavirus...

Editorial of the Day (13th Jan): A Green Fiscal Blueprint

Context: The article discusses India's role in global environmental efforts and the importance of the Finance Commission in supporting the country's climate readiness. India’s Steps to Tackle Climate Change Conservation of standing forests and increasing forest cover density helps lock...

Editorial of the Day (13th Jan): A Case Diary For Indian Police

Context: The three-day conference in Jaipur (in the first week of January) of police officers (Director General of Police level) focuses on the growing importance being attached to law enforcement in the country and the high stakes that the administration...

SC Refuses to Stay Law on Selection of CEC, EC

Context: The Supreme Court declined to stay the CEC and other ECs (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act 2023. How are the CEC and ECs currently Appointed? Article 324 provides the structure of the Election Commission of...

Current Affairs 15th January 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

National Youth Festival Context: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 27th National Youth Festival in Nashik (Maharashtra). About National Youth Festival India hosts the National Youth Festival each year to celebrate National Youth Day from January 12-16. National Youth...

Telecommunication Act 2023, Key Highlights, Significance, Challenges

Context: The Telecommunications Act 2023 under its safety and emergency measures grants the government broad powers potentially compromising citizen privacy with limited oversight. Key Highlights of the Telecommunications Act 2023 Aspect Details Authorization for Telecom Activities Central government authorization required...

Role of Speaker in India, Importance, Constitutional Provisions

Context: Rahul Narwekar, the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, ruled on Shiv Sena's disqualification petitions, highlighting why legislative presiding officers shouldn't handle anti-defection law adjudications. What Were the Speaker Rulings? Eknath Shinde Group Acknowledged as Shiv Sena: The Speaker decided against disqualifying...