Current Affairs 18 September 2024
CONTENTS Resilience of Historical Fort vs Recent Collapse: Sindhudurg’s Tale of Timelessness Context: In a striking contrast of durability and historical craftsmanship, the recently unveiled 35-foot statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort in Malvan, Sindhudurg district, collapsed within a year of its installation. This event sharply contrasts with the enduring Sindhudurg Fort, constructed […]
Current Affairs 17 September 2024
CONTENTS Simultaneous Elections in India Context: As per the government official, the concept of simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, referred to as “One Nation, One Election” will be implemented within the current term of the present government. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: About ‘one-nation, one- election’ Historical […]
Current Affairs 16 September 2024
CONTENTS Centralized Pension Payment System Approved for EPF Pensioners Context: Starting January 1, 2025, approximately 78 lakh Provident Fund (PF) pensioners under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995 (EPS-95) will have the option to receive their pensions through any bank and any branch nationwide. This decision was part of a recent approval by the Union Labour […]
Current Affairs 14 September 2024
CONTENTS Lokpal Sets Up Inquiry Wing for Preliminary Graft Probes Context: The Lokpal has recently established an inquiry wing dedicated to conducting preliminary investigations into corruption-related offenses by public servants. This move is aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability within public services, ensuring a systematic approach to combatting graft. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance […]
Current Affairs 13 September 2024
CONTENTS Effectuation of Fundamental Duties Context: The Attorney General of India, R. Venkataramani, addressed the Supreme Court regarding the “effectuation of Fundamental Duties”. He emphasized that it is a continuing task requiring duty-specific legislation, schemes, and supervision. Relevance: GS II- Polity (Indian Constitution) Dimensions of the Article: Effectuation of fundamental duties Methods to Implement These Duties Justice Verma Committee […]
Current Affairs 12 September 2024
CONTENTS India Leads in Global Plastic Pollution A recent report in the journal Nature identifies India as the leading contributor to global plastic pollution, responsible for about one-fifth of all plastic waste worldwide. This significant share highlights the urgent need for enhanced recycling processes and innovations in waste management within the country to mitigate environmental […]
Current Affairs 11 September 2024
CONTENTS Increasing Copper Imports Amidst Declining Domestic Production in India Context: Despite the global surge in copper demand, India has witnessed a decline in domestic copper ore production, dropping from 4.13 million tonnes in FY19 to 3.78 million tonnes in FY24, as reported by the Ministry of Mines. This reduction in production has led to […]
Current Affairs 10 September 2024
CONTENTS Asset Reconstruction Sector Faces Decline Amidst Lower NPAs Context: Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) in India have seen a decline in growth, largely due to a significant drop in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs), which hit a 12-year low of 2.8% by March 2024. Additionally, the ratings agency Crisil forecasts a contraction of 7-10% in the assets […]
Current Affairs 09 September 2024
CONTENTS Gulf Cooperation Council Context: External Affairs Minister arrived in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, to attend the First India-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Overview Importance of GCC for India India-GCC Relationships Overview Diplomatic Engagements Economic Interactions Trade Agreements Energy Collaborations […]
Current Affairs 06 September 2024
CONTENTS Debate Over Proposed Changes to India’s Disaster Management Framework Context: The central government has recently introduced the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha. This bill seeks to revise the existing Disaster Management Act of 2005. The amendments proposed by the bill have ignited a debate concerning the growing centralization of disaster […]