Archives: Current Affair

Introduction: The recent moon landing by Odysseus, a spacecraft developed by Intuitive Machines, signifies a pivotal moment in space exploration, marking the second private company to achieve such a feat following Chandrayaan-3. This event, occurring fifty-two years after the last Apollo mission, heralds the dawn of private enterprise on the lunar surface. Odysseus’ Mission: Utilizing […]

The recent amendment to surrogacy rules has sparked considerable discussion regarding the use of donor gametes. This shift overturns the previous ban on such practices, offering new opportunities for couples facing infertility challenges. Let’s delve into the implications and nuances of this amendment. Implications of the Amendment The revised notification now permits the use of […]

Introduction: Recently, a significant data leak originating from a Chinese cybersecurity company has surfaced, shedding light on China’s expansive surveillance endeavors, with implications reaching countries such as India. This leak, involving approximately 190 megabytes of data shared on GitHub, prompts an exploration into its contents, the targets identified, and the broader context of China’s cyberintelligence […]

Introduction: Money Bills serve as an expedited avenue for Parliament to enact laws, offering a streamlined process compared to regular bills. However, discerning which bills qualify for this designation isn’t straightforward, leading to constitutional scrutiny. The Supreme Court is currently tasked with clarifying the criteria for categorizing bills as money bills, a matter underscored by […]

Introduction: The recent Supreme Court ruling, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, has stirred significant discourse by quashing the outcome of Chandigarh’s mayoral election held on January 30. While the verdict upheld the electoral process, it deemed the election result as “contrary to law” and declared […]

The Raisina Dialogue, an annual gathering focused on geopolitics and geoeconomics, is set to commence its ninth edition today in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the conference, with Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attending as the chief guest. Understanding the Raisina Dialogue The Raisina Dialogue serves as a pivotal platform addressing global […]

The ongoing debates surrounding Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) in India merely scratch the surface of a profound agricultural crisis. While farmer protests clamor for legal assurances on MSPs, the underlying issues extend far beyond this singular policy aspect. Delving deeper reveals a landscape where Indian agriculture has long been unrewarding for the majority of farmers. […]

Fali S Nariman, a revered jurist and Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India, passed away at the age of 95 on February 21. His illustrious legal career spanning over 75 years was marked by his involvement in several pivotal cases that shaped Indian constitutional law. Here’s a retrospective on some of these notable […]

Introduction: Recently, the Chief Minister of Assam articulated plans to launch a mission aimed at reclaiming chars from encroachers. This initiative is driven by the imperative to protect the ecological integrity of the Brahmaputra Valley, emphasizing the significance of preserving these riverine areas. Understanding the Char Areas: Char areas, also known as Char/Chapori, refer to […]

Introduction: Recently, the governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) highlighted the challenges posed by recurring food price shocks and geopolitical tensions to the ongoing process of disinflation. It’s essential to comprehend what disinflation entails, its implications, and the factors contributing to its occurrence. Disinflation Defined: Disinflation denotes a decrease in inflation rates, indicating […]