Current affairs

Secular Civil Code or Uniform Civil Code

Context In his 11th consecutive Independence Day speech Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the BJP's ideological commitment to implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). More in News He presented the UCC as a "secular civil code" rooted in the Constitution,...

Dam Safety and Dam Failures in India

Context A team of geologists from the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESC) surveyed the landslide-hit zone. They suggested that a heavy rainfall-induced "damming effect" in a densely forested and uninhabited uphill region caused the earthfall. Dam Failures in...

Current Affairs 16th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

PM KUSUM Yojna Context Slow progress of PM-KUSUM Yojna has led to extension of its completion deadline to 2026 About PM-KUSUM Scheme PM-KUSUM stands for Prime Minister’s Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan, it was launched in 2019 under the...

Editorial of the Day (16th Aug): AI Governance

Context The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has not only transformed industries but also raised critical questions about corporate governance, particularly in the tech sector. Shareholder Primacy vs. Stakeholder Benefit Traditional Corporate Governance: In capitalistic and neo-capitalistic economies, corporate...

Sporting Culture Beyond Cricket

Context India secured six medals (one silver, five bronze) at the Paris Olympics, placing 71st in the medal tally. This performance sparked discussions about India's sporting culture and potential. Key Issues Highlighted in the Discussion Increased Visibility but Inconsistent Performance:...

Third Voice Of Global South Summit

The Third Voice of Global South Summit, scheduled for August 17, 2024, represents a critical juncture in international diplomacy and global governance, particularly for developing nations. This summit, hosted by India, is part of a broader initiative aimed at amplifying...

Dark Oxygen and Deep Sea Mining

Context: A study conducted in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) has revealed a previously unknown process producing oxygen in the deep ocean. More in News Polymetallic nodules are economically viable when their concentration exceeds 10 kg per square metre. They contain...

Independence Day 2024 Celebration, History, Speech and Quotes

India celebrates its 78th Independence Day on Thursday, August 15, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the nation's history. This day takes us back to 1947, when India finally gained freedom after nearly 200 years of British rule. We commemorate...

Bangladesh Cancels 15th August National Holiday

In a controversial move, Bangladesh's interim government has announced the cancellation of the National Mourning Day holiday traditionally observed on August 15. This day historically commemorates the assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh. This decision, approved...

Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024, Categories, Challenges and Considerations

33 scientists will be awarded the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP), marking the government's new approach to recognizing scientific achievements in India. This replaces the older Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (SSB) awards, which were conferred by the Council of Scientific and Industrial...