Current Affairs 20 August 2024
CONTENTS CITI and ILO Launch Initiative to Enhance Labor Standards in Textile Industry Context: The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has launched a new initiative, the Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (FPRW). This project aims to foster awareness and disseminate technical know-how on maintaining the […]
Current Affairs 19 August 2024
CONTENTS Transformation of India’s Broiler Chicken Industry Context: India’s broiler chicken industry has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from traditional, small-scale farming to a highly organized and vertically integrated agri-business. This shift has been pivotal in enabling smallholders to participate effectively in commercial poultry farming. As a result, there has been a notable increase in […]
Current Affairs 17 August 2024
CONTENTS Global Concern as Monkeypox Spreads with a New Strain Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has heightened its response to the monkeypox outbreak by declaring it a public health emergency of international concern. The crisis is particularly acute in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other African nations. Since 2022, the outbreak has […]
Current Affairs 14 August 2024
Contents: Bangladesh resident to get citizenship under CAA Context: A Hindu man, resident of Bangladesh has become the first person in northeast India to get citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act of 2019. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Governance (Citizenship, Government Policies and Interventions, Issues arising out of the design and implementation of these policies) Dimensions […]
Current Affairs 13 August 2024
CONTENTS World Biofuel Day Context: World Biofuel Day, observed on August 10, 2024, serves as an important occasion to promote non-fossil fuel energy solutions, highlighting biofuels as sustainable alternatives. This day also underscores significant government efforts to support the biofuel industry. Additionally, the commemoration honors a pivotal moment in history: the successful operation of an […]
Current Affairs 12 August 2024
CONTENTS India Names Underwater Structures in the Indian Ocean Context: India has recently named three significant underwater structures in the Indian Ocean as Ashoka, Chandragupt, and Kalpataru. These names reflect the nation’s expanding role in marine science and its dedication to exploring and understanding this crucial body of water. The proposal for these names came […]
Current Affairs 10 August 2024
CONTENTS RBI’s 50th MPC Meeting: Emphasizing Flexible Inflation Targeting Context: The Reserve Bank of India’s 50th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting has introduced significant updates regarding interest rates and broader economic policies. Marking the eighth anniversary of the flexible inflation targeting (FIT) framework, this milestone meeting focused on evaluating and enhancing measures designed to control […]
Current Affairs 09 August 2024
CONTENTS Preamble Removed from new NCERT Textbooks Context: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has recently removed the Preamble to the Constitution from select textbooks for Class 3 and 6, as issued in 2024. This decision aligns with NCERT’s broader educational strategy, which now prioritizes a comprehensive understanding of the Indian Constitution, […]
Current Affairs 08 August 2024
CONTENTS Upcoming Amendments to Enhance Accountability in Waqf Boards Context: The Indian Parliament is poised to introduce the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aimed at amending the Waqf Act, 1995. This legislation is designed to increase accountability and transparency within Waqf boards. A key aspect of the proposed amendments is the removal of provisions that currently […]
Current Affairs 07 August 2024
CONTENTS World Development Report 2024: The Middle Income Trap Context: A recent World Bank report titled “World Development Report 2024: The Middle Income Trap” has highlighted significant challenges faced by over 100 countries, including India, in achieving high-income status in the coming decades. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Insights from World Development Report 2024 […]