Current Affairs 30 December 2023
CONTENTS India-Russia Bilateral Meeting Context: Summary: India’s External Affairs Minister undertook a recent visit to Russia, resulting in crucial bilateral agreements. The focus areas of collaboration encompassed nuclear power, medicines, pharmaceutical substances, and medical devices. This diplomatic engagement reflects the strengthening ties between the two nations across diverse sectors. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions […]
Current Affairs 29 December 2023
CONTENTS Balancing Act of the Universe’s Energy Composition: Dark Energy’s Dominance Context: The universe’s energy distribution involves a delicate equilibrium. Dark energy, comprising 68% of the total, emerges as the dominant force influencing the universe’s expansion. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Dark Energy in the Universe Definition and Significance: […]
Current Affairs 28 December 2023
CONTENTS Japan’s SLIM Lunar Orbit Entry: Implications for Chandrayaan 4 Context: Japan’s Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) successfully entered lunar orbit on December 25, marking a crucial step before its planned moon landing on January 19. This development positions Japan to potentially become the fifth country to achieve a soft landing on the moon, […]
Current Affairs 27 December 2023
CONTENTS Recent Passage of Key Bills in Parliament Amid Opposition Absence Context: The Parliament recently approved three crucial bills—Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023; and Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023. However, the passage was notable for the absence of 97 Opposition members, suspended amidst controversy. Introduced in August 2023, the […]
Current Affairs 26 December 2023
CONTENTS Volcanic Eruption Near Reykjanes, Iceland: No Threat to Human Life Confirmed Context: The Icelandic Government has reassured that the recent volcanic eruption near Reykjanes, situated on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, does not pose a threat to human life. The eruption, occurring between Sýlingarfell and Hagafell, north of Grindavik on the Reykjanes Peninsula, holds significance given […]
Current Affairs 23 December 2023
CONTENTS Kakrapar Atomic Power Station Context: Recently, the fourth unit of Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS), Gujarat has achieved its first Criticality — the beginning of the regulated fission reaction — paving the way for its eventual transition to generating power for commercial use. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Criticality in Nuclear Reactors: Significance of Achieving […]
Current Affairs 22 December 2023
CONTENTS Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita 2023 Context: The Lok Sabha approved three significant bills, namely the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023; and Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023, with the objective of comprehensively reforming India’s criminal laws. Union Home Minister, while introducing the bills, emphasized their purpose of replacing […]
Current Affairs 21 December 2023
CONTENTS Allahabad HC Dismisses Petitions on Varanasi Mosque Context: The Allahabad High Court has dismissed five petitions related to the Varanasi Mosque, asserting that the 1991 suit is not barred under the Places of Worship Act. The case will be transferred to the Varanasi Civil Judge’s court, with directions for expeditious proceedings, expected to conclude […]
Current Affairs 20 December 2023
CONTENTS The Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS) Context: Amid rising international concerns on deforestation and illicit trade in timber, the Government of India has launched its own national forest certification scheme – The Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS). Relevance: GS II: government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Indian Forest and Wood […]
Current Affairs 19 December 2023
CONTENTS The LEADS [Logistics Ease Across Different States] 2023 Report Context: As many as 11 States and two UTs have been named as ‘Achievers’ in the LEADS [Logistics Ease Across Different States] 2023 report released by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Aricle: […]