Current affairs

Arvind Kejriwal Granted Bail in Liquor Policy Case, Key Details

In a significant development in Indian politics, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail by the Supreme Court after nearly six months in jail. This decision comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of his involvement in the alleged liquor excise...

Waqf Board, Structure, Functions and Responsibilities

Recently, the Waqf Board has been at the center of significant controversy, particularly highlighted by the ongoing Shimla Mosque Dispute. This dispute involves a mosque in Sanjauli, Shimla, which was expanded from a single story to five stories. The controversy...

Current Affairs 12th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

PM Vishwakarma Scheme The Union Finance Minister while addressing the MSME owners and industry heads in Coimbatore informed that Tamil Nadu and West Bengal governments have not notified the PM Vishwakarma scheme till now. About PM Vishwakarma Scheme Launched: On...

Editorial of the Day (12th Sep): 3 Es for Sustained Economic Growth

What does Economic Growth Means? Economic growth is defined as the sustained increase in a country's real national income and per capita income over an extended period of time. The increase in Per-Capita income is the better measure of Economic...

India-UAE Relations, Recent Developments and Challenges

Context: The crown prince Sheikh Khaled of Abu Dhabi recently visited New Delhi. India and UAE Relations The relationship is deeply rooted in historical connections, with archaeological evidence of trade with the Indus Valley Civilisation. Post Independence, the relationship flourished...

Editorial of the Day (11th Sep): GST: Issue of rate Rationalisation and Compensation

Context: Recently, the 54th GST Council meeting was held under the leadership of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Some Highlights of 54th GST Council Meeting Tax on extruded or expanded products was reduced from 18% to 12%. Exemption from income...

Indian Peace Diplomacy in Ukraine

Context: As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, there is a growing momentum for peace diplomacy, both Moscow and Kyiv seem increasingly incentivised to end the conflict. More in News Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed peace efforts from...

Current Affairs 11th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) Context: Recently the Union Home Minister addressed the first Foundation Day programme of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). There he launched 4 new components under I4C namely CFMC, Samanvay platform and Cyber...

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

The Union Government recently approved a program to build partnerships between top research institutions and universities to carry out joint research projects. These research projects will be fully funded by ANRF. Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Bill Origin: Presented in...

Editorial of the Day (10th Sep): Rethinking India’s Census

Context: India is expected to commence its long-overdue Census in September 2024, with the survey projected to take 18 months to complete. Consequently, the final report is anticipated to be available by late 2026 or in 2027. What is the...