Daily Current Affairs for 11th January 2023
DELEGATED LEGISLATION Why in News? IN UPHOLDING the Centre’s 2016 decision on demonetisation, one of the key questions to decide for the Supreme Court was whether Parliament gave excessive powers to the Centre under the law to demonetise currency. While the majority ruling upheld the validity of the delegated legislation,the dissenting verdict noted that excessive […]
Daily Current Affairs for 09th January 2023
SOVEREIGN GREEN BONDS Why in News? RBI has announced it will issue green bonds worth Rs16,000 crore in the current financial year. What are Green Bonds? Green Bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances, and corporations with the aim that the proceeds of the bonds are utilized for projects classified […]
Daily Current Affairs for 06th January 2023
11 STATES/UTS JOIN NATIONAL SINGLE WINDOW SYSTEM (NSWS) FOR VEHICLE SCRAPPING Why in News? Ministry of Road Transport and Highways stated that 11 states/UTs have been onboarded onto NSWS for Voluntary Vehicle-Fleet Modernization Program (V-VMP) to attract private investment in vehicle scrapping ecosystem. 11 states/UTs include Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, […]
Daily Current Affairs for 05th January 2023
UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY (UNGA) SEEKS INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE (ICJ) OPINION ON ISRAEL ILLEGAL OCCUPATION OF PALESTINE Why in News? UNGA resolution (India abstained from voting) also asks ICJ on Israel’s measures aimed at: Altering of demographic composition, character and status of Holy City of Jerusalem. Adoption of related discriminatory legislation and measures. Israel-Palestine Conflict It […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 12th January 2023
Reducing preterm births and stillbirths Context Nelson Mandela had said that “there can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children”. Two global reports released on January 10, 2023 on child mortality and on stillbirths prod us to reflect on whether India is doing enough for […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 11th January 2023
The beginning of India’s cultural renaissance Context The month-long Kashi Tamil Sangamam, which showcased Tamil culture, heralded a new era where ancient Indian traditions intermingle with one another and are revitalized with the help of modern practices so that they contribute to cultural and economic growth. It gave a rich cultural context to India’s mission […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 09th January 2023
Imagining the politics of fraternity Context It is important to underline that in the eyes of our nation’s founders, fraternity was not merely a value to aspire to, but a foundational principle to be upheld by all the political forces.Hence, it was included in the Preamble as well as in the fundamental duties of our […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 06th January 2023
Towards making India an uplinking hub Context There have been two major developments in the television industry in India in the last two years. What are the Developments? In 2021, the Cable Television Network Rules, 1994, were amended to include a statutory mechanism for redressal of grievances and complaints of viewers relating to content broadcast […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 05th January 2023
The Values of local-self governance Context Debates on federalism should include larger discussions on how power should be divided and shared between governments at the Union, State, and local level. Introduction In December 1992, Parliament passed the 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments, which instituted panchayats and municipalities, respectively. These amendments mandated that State governments constitute panchayats (at the […]
Daily Current Affairs for 04th January 2023
Savitribai Phule Why in News? Recently, 192nd birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule who was wife of Jyotiba Phule (the pioneer of Satyashodhak Samaj) was celebrated. Who was Savitribai Phule? A Dalit woman from the Mali community, Savitribai was born on January 3, 1831, in Maharashtra’s Naigaon village. Married off at the tender age of 10, […]
Daily Current Affairs for 03rd January 2023
National Commission for Women (NCW) issues advisory to ensure safety of women in educational institutions Why in News? National Commission for Women has issued an advisory to the Chief Secretaries of all the States and Union Territories to ensure the safety of women in educational institutions. Advise to institutes/educational institutions The National Commission for Women […]
Daily Current Affairs for 30th December 2022
SPIRITUAL TOWN JOSHIMATH Why in News? Reportedly, an expert panel set up by the Uttarakhand government found that ground subsidence has induced structural defects in Joshimath. About Joshimath Joshimath is a town in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. It is the gateway to Badrinath temple (part of Char Dhams), Hemkund Sahib (Sikh Shrine), Auli (skiing destination) […]
Daily Current Affairs for 29th December 2022
Official Recognition to E-Sports Why in News? The President of India has requested that the Ministries of Sports and Electronics and Information Technology include “eSports in multi-sport events” and amended the regulation governing eSports. According to Article 77(3) of the Constitution, the President has the authority to enact regulations for the government of India’s business […]
Daily Current Affairs for 28th December 2022
Bomb Cyclone Why in News? As the death toll from weather-related accidents in the United States reached 34, the bomb cyclone continued to cause destruction and leave millions without power. What is Bomb Cyclone? A bomb cyclone is a large, powerful storm that forms in the mid-latitudes. It features low pressure at its centre, weather […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 04th January 2023
India’s dilemmas in an Asian century Context If 2022 was a momentous year for India and the rest of the world, 2023 is likely to further sharpen the geopolitical fault lines set in motion by the previous year. Amidst all the tectonic shifts around us, what appears to be a certainty is the emergence of […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 03rd January 2023
Towards reducing India’s prison footprint Context At the Constitution Day celebrations organised by the Supreme Court in November 2022, President Droupadi Murmu shared a snippet of her journey with the audience. She reflected on her visits to prisons across India and the circumstances of those incarcerated. She highlighted that these individuals were often unaware of […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 30th December 2022
Ban on sale of single cigarettes Context The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare in its latest report about cancer management, prevention and diagnosis recommended that the government institute a ban on the sale of single sticks of cigarettes. It also recommended that the government increase taxes on all tobacco products and utilise […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 29th December 2022
India must build awareness on population control Context Early in December, two Members of Parliament of the ruling party introduced in the Lok Sabha a private members’ Bill aimed at population control in India. Stating that population rise is the most significant reason for India’s slow rate of development, the Bill argues for an immediate […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 28th December 2022
How to improve historical thinking Context Activists often assert that history is being distorted for political purposes. Reforms in textbooks The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, headed by Vinay P. Sahasrabuddhe, presented the ‘Reforms in Content and Design of School Textbooks’ to both Houses of Parliament on November 30, 2021. […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 23rd December 2022
Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) and Terror Financing GS Paper: 3- Money-Laundering & Its Prevention Important for Prelims exam: Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) Mains exam: Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) and Terror Financing Context The 93 participating countries in the No Money for Terror meeting, which was organized by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, agreed to […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 22nd December 2022
The ‘invincible originality’ of Srinivasa Ramanujan GS Paper 1: Contributions of important personalities Important for Prelims exam: About Srinivasa Ramanujan Mains exam: Contribution of Srinivasa Ramanujan Why in News? National Mathematics Day is observed on December 22 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of legendary mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. About Srinivasa Ramanujan Srinivasa Ramanujan […]
Daily Current Affairs for 22nd December 2022
Multi-State Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill 2022 GS Paper 2: Government policies and interventions for the development of various sectors Important for Prelims exam: About Provisions of Bill Mains exam: Significance of Bill Why in News? The Lok Sabha referred the Multi-State Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill 2022 to a joint committee of Parliament. Key Points The Bill is aimed […]
Daily Current Affairs for 21th December 2022
Dutch History of Slave Trade GS Paper 1: Modern History Important for Prelims exam: About Dutch Mains exam: Decline of Dutch in India Why in News? Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte on Monday apologised for the country’s historical role in slavery and slave trade, in a speech that has been seen by many as crucial but not […]
Daily Current Affairs for 20th December 2022
Criminalising consensual relationships GS Paper 2: Government policies and interventions Important for Prelims exam: About Regulation to stop Acid attack Mains exam: Impact of Acid Attack in Society Why in News? India is home to the largest adolescent population in the world. The National Family Health Surveys indicate that a significant proportion of Indian teenagers […]
Daily Current Affairs for 19th December 2022
Acid Attack GS Paper 2: Government policies and interventions Important for Prelims exam: About Regulation to stop Acid attack Mains exam: Impact of Acid Attack in Society Why in News? A 17-year-old girl was attacked with an acid-like substance in Delhi’s Dwarka by three assailants while she was on her way to school. While the victim […]
Daily Current Affairs for 17th December 2022
India Skills Report 2023 GS Paper: 2- Government Policies and Interventions Important for Prelims exam: India Skills Report Mains exam: Employment in India Why in News? India’s employable talent has risen in the past one year, according to The Wheebox India Skills Report 2023. What is India Skills Report? The report was released by Wheebox […]
Daily Current Affairs for 16th December 2022
Bangladesh has reached out to the IMF for help GS Paper 2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Important for Prelims exam: About Bangladesh Scenario Mains exam: Significance of IMF Why in News? Bangladesh grew during the pandemic and continues to do so. The problem has been the […]
Daily Current Affairs for 15th December 2022
How gene therapy could cure cancer GS Paper 3: Developments in Science and Technology Important for Prelims exam: About CRISPR, Cas9 Mains exam: Significance of CRISPR CaS9 Why in News? Scientists in the United Kingdom testing a new form of cancer therapy, reported success in a teenaged girl, Alyssia, with a form of cancer called […]
Daily Current Affairs for 14th December 2022
Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birth anniversary GS Paper 1: Important personalities Important for Prelims exam: Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birthday as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. Mains exam: Sri Aurobindo’s contribution in the Indian national movement Why in News? The Indian Prime Minister recently took part in a Puducherry event celebrating Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birthday as […]
Daily Current Affairs for 12th December 2022
Parliament must examine Age of Consent issue: CJI GS Paper: 2- Judiciary Important for Prelims exam: Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act Mains exam: Age of Consent Why in News? In response to the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act, 2012, CJI DY Chandrachud appealed to Parliament to reconsider the issue […]
Daily Current Affairs for 10th December 2022
Singapore declaration of ILO GS Paper: 2- International treaties and agreements Important for Prelims exam: Singapore declaration Mains exam: Singapore declaration, International Labour Organisation Why in News? The 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting of the International Labour Organisation (APRM of ILO) set ten-point priorities of national action for the member countries to deal […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 21th December 2022
Upholding the autonomy of the Election Commission GS Paper 2: Separation of powers between various organs of the government Important for Prelims exam: About Election Commission Mains exam: Significance of Fourth Institution Context Over the course of November and December, a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India heard a crucial case about the method by which the Election Commission […]
Daily Current Affairs for 9th December 2022
Chairperson of Rajya Sabha GS Paper: 2- Parliament Important for Prelims exam: Vice-President, Article 64 and Article 89 Mains exam: Constitutional Provisions and Powers and functions related to Rajya Sabha Chairman Why in News? Recently, Jagdeep Dhankhar, the new chairman of the Rajya Sabha (RS), was welcomed. What are the Important Points Concerning RS Chairman? […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 20th December 2022
The cost to the country just for savings in CTC GS Paper 2: Government policies and interventions Important for Prelims exam: About Surveys related to Contract Worker Mains exam: Implications of Contract Worker Context According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2021, India has about 100 million casual workers and 50 million salaried workers with […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 19th December 2022
India’s crushing court backlogs, out-of-the box reform GS Paper 2: Judiciary Important for Prelims exam: About Status of Pendency Cases Mains exam: Measures to Tackle Pending cases Why in News? Two important voices have weighed in recently on delays in the justice delivery system. The Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud stated that increasing the […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 17th December 2022
The arithmetic for Tamil Nadu as a $1 trillion economy GS Paper 3: Growth Important for Prelims exam: About Tamil Naidu Economy Mains exam: Measures by Tamil Naidu to boost economy Why in News? The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu has set Tamil Nadu the goal of becoming a trillion-dollar economy (by 2030). Key Points Tamil Nadu’s […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 16th December 2022
The lingering crisis of labour post-pandemic GS Paper 3: Employment Important for Prelims exam: About Findings of Reoprt Mains exam: Reason of crisis of Labour post-pandemic Context The ‘Global Wage Report 2022-2023: The Impact of inflation and COVID-19 on wages and purchasing power’ discuss the twin crises, inflation and economic slowdown, which created a “striking fall” in […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 15th December 2022
Building climate resilience collectively GS Paper 3: Environmental pollution and degradation Important for Prelims exam: About CoP 27 Mains exam: Significance of Data – Driven Approach Why in News? India unveiled its long-term climate action plan at the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27), held in Sharm el-Sheikh, […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 14th December 2022
The rise of rural manufacturing GS Paper 3: Growth Important for Prelims exam: About Manufacturing Sector Mains exam: Reasons of Shifting manufacturing away from urban locations Context There is growing evidence to suggest that the most conspicuous trend in the manufacturing sector in India has been a shift of manufacturing activity and employment from bigger cities to smaller towns and rural areas. Key Points ‘Urban rural manufacturing shift’ has often been interpreted as a mixed bag. It has its share of advantages that could transform the rural economy, as well as a set of constraints, which could hamper higher growth. The need for balanced regional development, the dispersal of manufacturing activities is a welcome sign. The compulsions of global competition often extend beyond the considerations of low wage production and depend on the virtues of ‘conducive ecosystems’ for firms to grow. […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 12th December 2022
THE ROLE OF THE ‘CHINA TEST’ IN INDIA’S GRAND STRATEGY GS Paper: 2- International Relations Important for Mains exam: India-US relations, India-Russia relations Context The concept of a principal contradiction — one that poses the most intense challenge to an individual/organisation, and has the power to shape its future choices and consequent outcomes — is […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 9th December 2022
The sustained growth in remittances GS Paper: 3- Economy Important for Prelims exam: Remittances Mains exam: Remittances, Significance of Remittances Context: Remittances to India are set to touch a record $100 billion in 2022, according to the World Bank’s latest Migration and Development Brief titled, ‘Remittances Brave Global Headwinds’. India received $89.4 billion in 2021 […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 8th December 2022
BIMSTEC as key to a new South Asian regional order GS Paper: 2- International Relations Important for Prelims exam: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Mains exam: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), Significance of regionalism Context December 8 is commemorated as SAARC Charter Day. It was on this day, 37 years ago, […]
Daily Current Affairs for 8th December 2022
Cyclone ‘Mandous’ GS Paper: 1- Physical Geography Important for Prelims exam: Cyclone ‘Mandous’ Mains exam: Cyclone ‘Mandous’, types of cyclones Why in News? According to recent reports, a cyclone may impact the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts from 8th December 2022 onwards. About Cyclone ‘Mandous’ Mandous is a cyclone that moves slowly, often absorbs a […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 7th December 2022
Scenarios for the future of India, and the world GS Paper: 2- International Relations Important for Prelims exam: BRICs countries Mains exam: BRICs countries and World Economic Forum (WEF) Context: Making predictions of the economic growth of nations — long term, annual, and quarterly — is a lucrative industry employing many economists, researchers, analysts, and commentators. […]
Daily Current Affairs for 7th December 2022
Mahaparinirvan Diwas GS Paper: 1- Important personalities Important for Prelims exam: Mahaparinirvan Diwas Mains exam: Contributions of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Why in news? On Mahaparinirvan Diwas, the Prime Minister recently paid tribute to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and recalled his exceptional service to our nation. What is Mahaparinirvan Diwas? Parinirvana is a Sanskrit phrase that signifies liberation […]
Daily Current Affairs for 6th December 2022
Why are fisherfolk protesting the Vizhinjam port project? GS PAPER 1: Water bodies Important for Prelims Exam: About Vizhinjam port Mains Exam: Significance of Vizhinjam port Why in News? Vizhinjam has been on the boil for the past four months with protesters mainly fisherfolk and their families laying siege to the under-construction Vizhinjam port. The […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 6th December 2022
Faith and Freedom GS Paper: 2- Fundamental Rights, Government policies and interventions Important for Prelims exam: Freedom of Religion Mains exam: Anti-Conversion laws in India Context Protracted litigation in the name of combating forcible religious conversion is taking up valuable time of courts. Recent Developments The Supreme Court is hearing a purported Public Interest Litigation […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 5th December 2022
Poor soil management will erode food security GS PAPER 1: Soil Important for Prelims Exam: About Government Initiative on Soil Mains Exam: Significance of Soil Management Why in News? World Soil Day (WSD) 2022, annually observed on December 5, aligns with this. WSD 2022, with its guiding theme, ‘Soils: Where food begins’, is a means […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 2nd December 2022
Laying the ground to delegitimise the Supreme Court GS PAPER 2: Judiciary Important for Prelims Exam: About Judiciary Mains Exam: Implications of Collegium System Context A change of guard at the office of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) on November 9 seems to have triggered a reorientation of the Union government’s strategy towards the […]
Daily Editorial Analysis for 1st December 2022
Towards a robust triumvirate GS Paper: 2- Election Commission of India, Judiciary Important for Prelims exam: Election Commission of India (ECI) Mains exam: Constitutional provisions of election commission Context A five-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court is examining a bunch of petitions recommending reforms in the process of appointment of members of the Election Commission. It is hoped […]