Current affairs

UPSC Cancels Lateral Entry in Bureaucracy for 45 Posts

Center asks UPSC to Cancel Lateral Entry in Bureaucracy for 45 Posts The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) had withdrawn its advertisement pertaining to lateral recruitment for 45 posts of Joint Secretaries (JS), Directors and Deputy Secretaries (DS) in the...

Significance of PM Modi Ukraine Meets with President Zelensky

Recently, PM Modi visited Ukraine. This visit marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister will visit Ukraine since diplomatic relations were established between the two countries in 1992. PM Modi Visit to Ukraine Break from Traditional Foreign Policy: The...

Uttar Pradesh New Social Media Policy, Key Features and Implications

The Uttar Pradesh government has recently introduced a groundbreaking social media policy, the Uttar Pradesh Digital Media Policy, 2024. This policy marks a significant shift in how the state engages with social media influencers and content creators. It introduces both...

INS Arighaat, India’s 2nd Nuclear Ballistic Submarine

India continues to enhance its defense capabilities by commissioning its second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Arighat. This strategic addition to the Indian Navy not only strengthens the country’s nuclear deterrence but also establishes India as a formidable maritime...

Current Affairs 30th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

SHe-Box Platform Context: The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development has launched the SHe-Box portal About SHe-Box platform It is a centralised portal for registering and monitoring complaints of sexual harassment of women at the workplace. Features: It will...

Hurun Rich List 2024, Richest Indian List and Youngest Billionaires

The Hurun Rich List 2024 offers a comprehensive snapshot of the wealth distribution among India's elite, showcasing the richest individuals and the rapid growth of billionaires in the country. This detailed analysis highlights the key takeaways from the latest Hurun...

Australia Gets Right to Disconnect After Working hours

Context: Australia is the latest nation to implement the 'right to disconnect’ law. What is ‘Right to Disconnect’? It allows employees to ignore communications from their employers after regular working hours. Employees now have the right to decline calls or...

India Needs to Develop a Care Ecosystem

What is a Care Economy? According to the ILO, the Care economy consists of activities and relations involved in meeting the physical, psychological and emotional needs of the elderly, children, and those with disabilities or special needs. It includes both...

Current Affairs 29th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Context: The Union Government has expanded the scope of AIF to include financial support for Farmers’ Producers Organisations (FPOs). It will enhance their financial security and creditworthiness. About AIF Nature of Scheme: Central Sector Duration: FY2020...

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), Key Features and Significance

On August 24, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), marking a significant shift in the pension framework for government employees. Scheduled to be implemented from April 1, 2025, the UPS aims to address employee dissatisfaction with...