Current affairs

Level Playing field in Elections

The debate around Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has persisted in Indian public life for over 15 years, despite changes like the introduction of VVPAT (Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail). This ongoing debate has fostered suspicion about the electoral process, distracting...

Current Affairs 17th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Precision Farming Context: The Central Government is planning  to invest Rs 6,000 crore in Precision Farming/ Smart farming to boost crop yields. What is Precision Farming ? It is a farming management approach that uses technology (Internet of Things, Artificial...

Evolution of District Mineral Foundations

District Mineral Foundations Introduction The District Mineral Foundation (DMF) was established as part of the 2015 amendment to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, driven by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of involving local communities in resource-led development....

Agriculture Reforms, Key Initiatives and Growth

Key Agricultural Initiatives PM-KISAN Continuation: The government distributed ₹20,000 crore under PM-KISAN to continue direct cash transfers of ₹6,000 per year to agricultural households, although expected adjustments for inflation were not made. Seven New Agriculture Schemes: The government approved seven...

Editorial of the Day (16th Sep): Realising the Rural-Urban Continuum

Context India's rapid urbanisation is leading to a blurring of lines between urban and rural areas. Current policies often treat urban and rural areas as separate entities, hindering effective problem-solving. What are the Challenges? Over-Centralisation and Financial Decentralisation: Financial decentralisation,...

Current Affairs 16th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Operation Sadbhav Context: India has launched Operation Sadbhav to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) to Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam which have been hit by severe flooding caused by Typhoon Yagi. About Operation Sadbhav India has committed $1 million...

Bengaluru Airport on High Alert Amid Mpox Outbreak

The recent rise in Mpox (formerly monkeypox) cases has been declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by the World Health Organization (WHO) as of August 14, 2024. This designation highlights the need for global vigilance and effective...

Transgender Rights, History, Challenges and Reality of Trans Existence

Present Challenges for Transgender Rights Far-right groups today try to revive these discriminatory debates, specifically targeting transgender rights. Some progressive activists, known as gender-critical, contribute by framing trans rights as topics for debate. This allows trans rights activists to be...

Current Affairs 14th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Right of Accused to Remain Silent Context: In a recent Judgement a SC Judge while granting bail to the Delhi Chief Minister upheld the right of an accused to remain silent during interrogation. Provision Under Article 20(3): No self-incrimination No...

India’s Infrastructure Development

Context Recent reports on the collapse of several under-construction bridges in Bihar highlight issues in quality control and project execution within India’s infrastructure sector. More in News These collapses, involving as many as 10 or more bridges, raise concerns about...