Archives: Current Affair

Why in News? India’s inflation rates for June 2025 have hit significant lows, with retail inflation dropping to a 77-month low of 2.1% and wholesale inflation turning negative at -0.13% after 20 months. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims :  Wholesale Inflation (WPI) : Mains  : GS 3 Key Points: Retail Inflation (CPI) : […]

Who are qualified as ‘ordinarily resident’? What does Section 20 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 state? Why are migrant workers vulnerable when it comes to classifying themselves as ordinarily resident in a particular constituency? Are NRIs allowed to vote? What does the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 govern? The Election Commission of […]

Green Debt refers to financial instruments like loans or bonds raised specifically to fund environmentally sustainable projects. The idea is to channel debt financing into projects that help mitigate climate change, conserve biodiversity, promote renewable energy, and encourage other eco-friendly initiatives. In simple terms, Green Debt = Borrowed Money for Green Projects. Why is Green […]

Why in News ? Narendra Modi’s visits to the five countries—Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia (July 2–9, 2025)—focusing on the geopolitical, economic, and cultural reasons for each visit, as requested, without referencing specific sources or links. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims : Important deals/Org/Conventions Mains :   GS 2 Ghana (July […]

Why in News? The discussion around India’s open ecosystems, particularly deserts, grasslands, savannas, and scrublands, has gained attention due to growing awareness of their ecological and cultural significance, as highlighted in the article by Abi Tamim Vanak and Anuja Malhotra. These ecosystems, often misclassified as “wastelands,” are critical for biodiversity, carbon storage, and the livelihoods […]

Why in News? A recent report by the World Bank has generated significant debate with regard to the true picture of inequality in the Indian economy. The report outlined a number of salutary outcomes; not only had extreme poverty reduced drastically, inequality had reduced too. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims :  Gini Coefficient […]

Why in News ?  India stands at a global crossroads — it is recognized as a rising economic power, a digital innovator, and home to the world’s largest youth population. Yet, gender inequality remains a deep-rooted challenge. The Global Gender Gap Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum places India at a dismal 131st out […]

Why in News? The grey seals were released into the Baltic Sea off the Lithuanian coast after being rehabilitated. This was done in response to the challenges these animals face due to climate change, shrinking fish stocks, pollution, and loss of ice cover. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims : Ice sheet recession Mains […]

Why in News? Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan’s tenure has been extended till August 22, 2026, according to a recent government order (July 2025). Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims : ACC Mains :   GS 2 He is a 1989-batch IAS officer of the Sikkim cadre. Mr. Mohan was earlier serving as the Culture […]

Why in News? The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants against two senior Taliban leaders for their crimes against women and LGBTQI+ individuals in Afghanistan. The Taliban leaders are accused of: Persecuting girls and women who defied the Taliban’s strict gender norms. Targeting LGBTQI+ individuals and non-conforming persons. Committing crimes against humanity, including […]