Current affairs

Agriculture and Soil Health, Types and Fertility, Government Initiatives

Agriculture and Soil Health Context: The United Nations celebrates December 5 as World Soil Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of the King of Thailand Bhumibol Adulyadej. Soil And Agriculture: An Overview Soil is a naturally occurring, unconsolidated, porous mixture...

Editorial of the Day: India and Geopolitics of AI, India’s Position and Challenges

India and Geopolitics of AI Context: The parallels between AI and nuclear history, emphasise geopolitical challenges and India's strategic positioning. Geopolitical Context and Historical Parallels Nuclear and AI Similarities: While different, AI and nuclear technologies share similarities, especially in their...

Current Affairs 7th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Global Positioning System (GPS) Context: GPS technology revolutionises diverse sectors from agriculture to military, enhancing precision, efficiency, and safety in operations and decision-making. Overview Of Global Positioning System (GPS) The GPS program, initiated by the S. Department of Defence in...

NCRB Report: Crimes in India

Context: The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) released its annual report on crime in India for the year 2022. Key Highlights Of The NCRB Report: Crimes in India Category Details (2022) Comparison with 2021 Total Cognizable Crimes Registered 58,24,946 (35,61,379...

UNFAO Report: Transforming Agri-food Systems

Context: A report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) revealed the enormous hidden expenses of worldwide agrifood systems, exceeding a remarkable $10 trillion. Key Aspects of the UNFAO Report on Transforming Agri-food Systems In India In countries...

Editorial of the Day: A Dark Shadow on New Delhi’s Credibility

A Dark Shadow On New Delhi’s Credibility Context: A US indictment alleges an Indian national targeted Khalistani separatists, raising questions about New Delhi's covert operations and credibility. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join Concerns Arising Trust Gap: Despite growing bilateral...

Current Affairs 6th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

International Maritime Organisation Context: India has been re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council, marking its continuous service at IMO. Overview of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Description: The IMO is a specialised United Nations agency focused on regulating...

Editorial of the Day: Re-Criminalising Adultery

Re-Criminalising Adultery Context: The Parliament Standing Committee on Home Affairs suggests amending the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, 2023 to criminalize adultery on gender-neutral terms. We're now on WhatsApp. Click to Join Adultery: Definition and Law Adultery is defined as a voluntary...

Current Affairs 5th December 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Thailand’s Kra Isthmus Context: Srettha Thavisin, Thai Prime Minister, proposes a land bridge across Thailand to shorten maritime shipping routes. About Kra Isthmus The Kra Canal, alternatively known as the Thai Canal or Kra Isthmus Canal, is a planned waterway...

World Malaria Report 2023, Highlights and India’s Achievement

In the latest World Malaria Report for the year 2023 released by the World Health Organization (WHO), it was disclosed that India constituted a significant 66% of malaria cases within the WHO South-East Asia Region in 2022. Notably, nearly half...