Current Affairs 02 March 2024
CONTENTS Ensuring Sustainable Support for Research and Development Funding Context: National Science Day, observed on 8th February each year, commemorates the discovery of the Raman Effect and recognizes the invaluable contributions of scientists to India’s progress. The day emphasizes the pivotal role of science in fostering sustainable development. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions […]
Current Affairs 29 February 2024
Contents: Home Ministry Declares Two Factions of J&K Muslim Conference as Unlawful Association Context: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently banned two factions of the Muslim Conference, Jammu and Kashmir (MCJK), led by Abdul Ghani Bhat and Ghulam Nabi Sumji, respectively, as an “unlawful association under the anti-terror Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). […]
Current Affairs 28 February 2024
Contents: Odisha Requests NTCA for Introduction of Tigers From Other Landscapes Context: The Odisha Government wrote to the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), requesting it to consider introducing female tigers in Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) from other landscapes. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) Location and […]
Current Affairs 27 February 2024
Contents: Maoist insurgency in Chhattisgarh Context: A joint team of security forces comprising District Reserve Guards (DRG), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Border Security Force (BSF) killed three Maoists during an operation in the Abujhmad area of Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district. Relevance: GS-III: Internal Security Challenges (Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism, Left-Wing Extremism) Dimensions of the […]
Current Affairs 26 February 2024
CONTENTS Chinese Occupation of “Xiaokang” Border Defence Villages Raises Concerns Along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) Context: In a recent development, Chinese nationals have started occupying previously vacant “Xiaokang” border defence villages along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) between India and China. Constructed by China in 2019, the presence of these villages has […]
Current Affairs 24 February 2024
CONTENTS Demand for Reservations: Maratha Community Context: The Maharashtra Assembly recently passed the Maharashtra State Reservation for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Bill 2024, setting aside 10% reservation for the Maratha community in jobs and education under socially and educationally backward categories. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Maratha Reservation Bill: Key Highlights Legislative Background: Maratha Community Identification: Constitutional […]
Current Affairs 23 February 2024
CONTENTS Challenges in India’s Fintech Landscape: Foreign Dominance and Regulatory Recommendations Context: In a recent report presented to Parliament, the Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology raised concerns regarding the dominance of foreign-owned fintech apps in India’s digital payments ecosystem. Fintech is the use of digital platforms to provide financial services. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the […]
Current Affairs 22 February 2024
CONTENTS Concerns Over Thanthai Periyar Sanctuary Notification: Potential Violation of Forest Rights Act 2006 Context: In recent events surrounding the notification of the Thanthai Periyar Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, forest-dwellers expressed concerns about the potential denial of their rights under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act 2006 (FRA). […]
Current Affairs 21 February 2024
CONTENTS Conservation of Migratory Species COP 14 Context: The Fourteenth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS 14) has been concluded in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Outcomes of CMS COP 14: Enhancing Conservation Efforts […]
Current Affairs 20 February 2024
CONTENTS Unlawful Activities Prevention Act Context: Supreme Court Denies Bail in UAPA Case Recently, the Supreme Court rejected bail for an accused linked to an alleged Khalistan module, asserting that the principle of ‘bail is rule, jail is the exception’ does not apply under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). Relevance: GS II: Polity and […]