Current affairs

Agnikul Cosmos Successfully Launched Agnibaan Rocket

In a groundbreaking achievement for the Indian space industry, startup Agnikul Cosmos has successfully launched its first sub-orbital test vehicle, Agnibaan SOrTeD (Sub-Orbital Technology Demonstrator), powered by the world's first single-piece 3D-printed rocket engine. This historic event took place on...

Odisha Assembly Election 2024, BJP has Achieved Decisive Victory

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a decisive victory in the 2024 Odisha Assembly elections, surpassing the majority mark of 74 seats with a substantial lead of 81 seats. This marks a significant shift in the political landscape of...

Andhra Pradesh Elections Results 2024

The recently concluded Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections witnessed a significant political upheaval, with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) emerging as the victor. The election results, declared on June 5, 2024, marked a resounding win for the TDP, led by veteran...

Lok Sabha Election Result 2024, Who Form Government?

The Election Commission of India has officially declared the results for 542 out of 543 Lok Sabha constituencies. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged as the leading party, winning 240 seats. This result, while significant, marks a notable decrease...

Preston Curve, Problems and Controversies

What Is Preston Curve? The Preston Curve is an empirical cross-sectional relationship between life expectancy and real per capita income. It was first described by Samuel H. Preston in 1975. It suggests that individuals born in richer countries tend to...

Current Affairs 4th June 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Colombo Process Context: For the first time since its establishment in 2003, India has assumed the chairmanship of the Colombo Process. About the Colombo Process Nature: The Colombo Process is a Regional Consultative Process. Purpose: It offers a vital platform...

Editorial of the Day (4th June): Next Steps in Agriculture

Context: As India makes its way to Amrit Kaal, the agriculture sector will face numerous hurdles. Challenges in Agricultural Sector Landscape Climate Change: Erratic weather patterns and extreme events are increasingly disrupting crop production and livelihoods. Example: Rainfed agriculture primarily...

Counting Process of Election in India, Key Roles and Responsibilities

India, the world's largest democracy, conducts elections with a meticulous and transparent process to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the electoral outcomes. The counting of votes, a crucial phase in this process, is governed by stringent guidelines laid out...

Disaster Management in India, Initiatives, Evolving Landscape of Disaster

Context: The formation of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in 2005 was a crucial step in India's disaster management efforts. However, the changing nature of disasters, particularly the rise of multi-hazard events, necessitates a significant upgrade and overhaul of...

10 Years of Andhra Pradesh’s Bifurcation Completed in 2024

Context Ten years after Andhra Pradesh was split into two states—Andhra Pradesh and Telangana—the strong emotions from the split have calmed down. While the initial acrimony has subsided, the division has raised fundamental questions about the organising principles of India's...