Current Affairs 24 May 2024
Contents: CCI Launches Market Study on Competition Concerns in the AI industry Context: Recently, the Competition Commission of India announced that it would be conducting a market study on competition concerns in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. Relevance: GS Paper 3: S&T developments and everyday applications & effects; Awareness in fields of IT, Space, Computers, […]
New Challenges for India’s Foreign Policy
Context: The grueling Indian elections, one of the largest democratic exercises in the world, will conclude in about a week. A rush of pending policy decisions is expected to commence immediately. However, amidst all this, the geopolitical landscape has become increasingly complex since the elections were announced, showing no signs of calming down. Relevance: GS2- […]
The Recognition of Palestine by More Nations
Context: Ireland, Norway, and Spain have announced their plans to officially recognize the state of Palestine next week, highlighting the shifting international opinion that the Israeli Prime Minister cannot afford to ignore. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: The recognition of Palestine by more nations is an indictment of Israel. Analyse. (10 Marks, 150 Words). The Israel-Palestine Conflict: An […]
Critical Challenges of Combating Oil Spills at Sea
Focus: GS-III Environment and Ecology Why in News? Recently, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised a ‘Pollution Response Seminar and Mock Drill’ in Haldia, West Bengal. How dangerous are oil spills? How are oil spills cleaned? There are a few ways to clean up oil spills. including skimming, in situ burning and by releasing chemical […]
India’s Approach in the South China Sea
Focus: GS-II: Bilateral Groupings and Agreements Why in News? Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Manila, Philippines as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet to South China Sea. Significance of the South China Sea: Strategic Location: Trade Significance: Fishing Ground: Additionally, the South China Sea serves as a productive […]
The Criteria for Heatwaves, How Climate Change Is Affecting It
Introduction Heatwaves have become a significant concern in India, particularly in the eastern and southern regions. The increasing frequency and intensity of these heatwaves have been linked to climate change, raising alarm bells for policymakers, researchers, and citizens alike. This blog delves into the science behind heatwaves, their implications, and the measures being taken […]
What The draft Digital Competition Bill Proposes, Why Big Tech Opposes It
Introduction: India is on the brink of introducing a significant legislative change in the digital marketplace with the Digital Competition Bill, 2024. This proposed law aims to regulate the activities of big tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Amazon, drawing inspiration from the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). For UPSC aspirants, understanding this […]
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Contents: India’s Approach in the South China Sea Focus: GS-II: Bilateral Groupings and Agreements Why in News? Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Manila, Philippines as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet to South China Sea. Significance of the South China Sea: Strategic Location: Trade Significance: Fishing Ground: Additionally, […]