Current affairs

Editorial of the Day (2nd Sep): Analyzing India’s Role in Regional Upheavals

Context: Over the last few decades, India has seen significant changes in its neighbourhood which have influenced its foreign policy and diplomatic strategies. What were the changes in The Neighbourhood? Between 2008-2010 Bangladesh: In 2008, after military rule under General...

Current Affairs 2nd Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rule 170 of Drugs & Cosmetics Act (1940) Context: The Supreme Court while hearing a case against Patanjali Ayurved has raised questions regarding AYUSH ministry’s notification asking state licensing authorities “not to take any action under” Rule 170 of the...

Poshan Abhiyaan, POSHAN 2.0, Features and Achievements

Poshan Abhiyaan, also known as the National Nutrition Mission, was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 8, 2018, with the aim to eradicate malnutrition from India. This flagship program targets to improve nutritional outcomes for children, pregnant women,...

India’s Olympic Ambition for 2036, Steps, Sports Infrastructure

Olympic Host Selection Process Reformed Bidding Process: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has overhauled its selection process for future Olympic hosts, following corruption allegations related to the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Games. The new process involves confidential exchanges led...

Current Affairs 31st Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Cyclone Asna Context: Recently Gujarat was hit by a Cyclone named Asna, which caused heavy rains in Kutch and Saurashtra regions. About Cyclone Asna Origin Of Cyclone Asna: It is an extraordinary meteorological event due to its unusual origin and...

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Center asks UPSC to Cancel Lateral Entry in Bureaucracy for 45 Posts The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) had withdrawn its advertisement pertaining to lateral recruitment for 45 posts of Joint Secretaries (JS), Directors and Deputy Secretaries (DS) in the...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