Current affairs

Current Affairs 23rd Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Gumti River Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has denied Bangladesh’s allegations that floods in eastern districts of Bangladesh were caused due to the opening of the Dumbur dam in Tripura. About Gumti River It is the largest, longest...

Editorial of the Day (23rd Aug): Need of Central Law for Protection of Healthcare Professional

Context: The rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata has intensified calls from medical professionals across India for a Central law to protect healthcare workers, a Bill for which was drafted in 2019 but never enacted. Background The...

MVA withdraws Maharashtra Bandh call after Bombay high court ruling

On August 24, 2024, Maharashtra will observe a state-wide bandh called by the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). This bandh is organized in response to significant local and national issues, particularly the alleged sexual assault of two young girls in Badlapur....

Current Affairs 22nd Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Bar Council of India Context: The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance to reform advocates’ bodies and has sought suggestions for improving Bar associations and Bar Councils across the country. About Bar Council of India (BCI) It is a...

Editorial of the Day (22nd Aug): Need for an Environmental Regulator

Context: The Supreme Court decided to examine the need for a ‘permanent environmental regulator’ similar to those found in the telecom and electricity sectors. Arguments in Favour of Establishing a Permanent Environmental Regulator Unified Oversight and Coordination: A permanent environmental...

Bharat Bandh Protest 2024, Reasons, Key Highlights and Impact

The Bharat Bandh Protest 2024, scheduled for August 21, 2024, has drawn significant attention across India. Called by the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti, the nationwide strike is in response to a recent Supreme Court ruling concerning the sub-categorization of Scheduled...

Violence Against Women in India, Issues and Government Initiatives

Context: Following the tragic incident of December 2012, India has implemented substantial measures to enhance legal protections for women against heinous crimes. Government Key Initiatives for Violence Against Women in India Criminal Law (Amendment) Act: 2013: This act introduced stricter...

Current Affairs 21st Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rights Issue Context: Recently SEBI has released a consultation paper on the Rights Issue of shares proposing some changes About Rights Issue A rights issue is when a company invites its current shareholders to buy more shares at a discount....

Editorial of the Day (21st Aug): Social Justice- Scheduled Caste sub-classification

Context The Supreme Court's recent decision on sub-classification within the reservation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) has sparked significant debate within the Dalit community. The decision allows for sub-classification, which aims to address the demands of those...

Hema Committee Report, Background, Key Findings and Recommendation

The Hema Committee Report is a significant document that highlights the deep-rooted issues of sexual harassment and gender discrimination faced by women in the Malayalam film industry. Commissioned by the Kerala government in 2017 after a shocking sexual assault case...