Current affairs

Rights Against Climate Change a Human Right

Context: In April 2024, the Supreme Court of India in the case of M.K. Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India recognized a human right against the adverse impacts of climate change. More In News The core issue involves protecting...

Editorial of the Day (9th Aug): Instability In India’s Neighbourhood Is A Concern

Context: At the Ammunition India conference organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan said the “instability in our neighbourhood” is a cause of concern. Major Security Challenges for...

Current Affairs 8th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Rashtriya Vigyan Puruskar Context: The Union government has announced the first set of Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar /national awards for scientists. More in News: Noted biochemist and former Director of the Indian Institute of Science, G Padmanabhan, was announced as the...

Editorial of the Day (8th Aug): Supreme Court ruling on Aldermen

Context: Recently, the Supreme Court of India ruled that the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) of Delhi has independent authority to appoint aldermen to the Delhi Municipal Corporation. Ruling of the Supreme Court L-G's Authority: The L-G’s power to appoint persons with...

Climate Justice, Type, Importance and Challenges

Context: President Droupadi Murmu during her address to the Fijian parliament said that India will push the developed countries for climate justice for Fiji and other ocean states. About Climate Justice Climate justice frames global warming as an ethical and...

Japan Earthquake 2024, Magnitude, Casualties, and Impact Analysis

On August 8, 2024, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck the southern island of Kyushu, Japan, causing significant concern across the region. The earthquake, which was recorded at a depth of approximately 30 kilometers off Kyushu's eastern...

Food and Nutrition Security in India and Nutritional Levels

Context: The National Sample Survey Office recently released a detailed report based on the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) for 2022-23. More in News The report includes unit-level data on household consumption expenditure (HCE). The HCES collected data on the...

Current Affairs 7th Aug 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Predicate Offense Context: The Supreme Court has asked the Directorate of Enforcement to first establish the predicate offence before the commencement of trial in the money laundering case against former Tamil Nadu Minister V. Senthil Balaji. About Predicate Offense A...

Uttar Pradesh Anti Conversion Law, Amendment, Future Implications

Context: The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly passed the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The amendment makes the original 2021 anti-conversion law more stringent and susceptible to misuse. Reasons for the Amendment The Bill’s statement...

Editorial of the Day (7th Aug): Balancing Realpolitik with Green Transition

Context: Recent landslides and natural disasters highlight balancing national interest with the need for a green energy transition. India’s Green Energy Transition The green energy transition in India is marked by three key observations: Varied State-Led Transitions: The transition is...