Current Affairs 31 July 2024
CONTENTS Celebrating the 4th Anniversary of NEP 2020 Context: Recently, the Union Ministry of Education celebrated the 4th anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 with a week-long campaign called “Shiksha Saptah.” This campaign is designed to promote and celebrate the achievements and objectives of NEP 2020. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the […]
Current Affairs 30 July 2024
CONTENTS India’s Success in CITES Review of Agarwood Context: India has successfully prevented the inclusion of Aquilaria malaccensis (agarwood) in the Review of Significant Trade (RST) of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The CITES also notified a new export quota of highly valuable and aromatic resinous […]
Current Affairs 29 July 2024
CONTENTS Indian Government Boosts AI Technology with Budget Allocation for IndiaAI Mission Context: The Indian government has demonstrated its commitment to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technology by allocating Rs 551.75 crore to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in the Union Budget 2024-25. This funding aims to enhance AI infrastructure, including the procurement of […]
Current Affairs 27 July 2024
Contents: Budget announces Customs duty exemptions on Targeted Cancer Drugs Context: In the Budget 2024-25, the Finance minister announced customs duty exemptions on three targeted cancer drugs. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Key Points: What are Targeted Cancer Drugs? About Cancer Types of Tumors Causes of Cancer What is the incidence of […]
Current Affairs 26 July 2024
CONTENTS Financial Support for Amravati, Andhra Pradesh Context: Recently, the Finance Minister announced Rs 15,000 crore in financial support for Andhra Pradesh to build its capital city, Amravati, and boost other development activities in the state. This has brought back focus on Amravati, a site of immense historical and spiritual significance in Andhra Pradesh that […]
Current Affairs 25 July 2024
CONTENTS MEA’s Development Assistance Plans in Union Budget 2024-25 Context: In the recently announced Union Budget 2024-25, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has outlined its development assistance plans, focusing on strategic partners and neighbouring countries. This initiative aims to promote regional connectivity, cooperation, and stability in line with India’s Neighbourhood First Policy. Relevance: GS […]
Current Affairs 24 July 2024
CONTENTS Rising Demand for Separate Bhil Pradesh State Context: Recently, there has been a growing demand for the formation of a separate Bhil state, “Bhil Pradesh,” in Rajasthan and neighbouring states. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Bhills: An Overview Background: Cultural and Religious Practices: Demand for Bhil Pradesh Historical Context: […]
Current Affairs 23 July 2024
CONTENTS Madhya Pradesh’s Requirement for CBI Consent Context: The Government of Madhya Pradesh has announced that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will now require written consent from the state government to initiate any inquiry against state officials. This decision follows a trend where several states have withdrawn general consent for CBI investigations, sparking discussions […]
Current Affairs 22 July 2024
Contents: Need for increasing FDI inflows from China Context: As per the latest Economic Survey, FDI inflows from China can help India increase global supply chain participation. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, External Sector) Dimensions of the Article: Enhanced focus on more FDI inflows from China: About Foreign Direct Investment […]
Current Affairs 20 July 2024
CONTENTS Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 Context: Recently, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 has been generally well-received by the industry due to its straightforward compliance structure. However, the requirement for verifiable parental consent before processing children’s data has caused some friction between the industry and the government. Relevance: GS II: Polity […]