Category: current affairs

CURRENT AFFAIR – 17/09/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 17/09/2025 13 dead as rain, flash floods batter Dehradun/सुप्रीमकोर्टने ‘वक्फ बाय यूजर’ को वैधानिक मान्यता से मुक्त करने के कदम का समर्थन किया Syllabus :GS 2 : Indian Polity/ Prelims Source : The Hindu Recent torrential rains and flash floods in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) have caused 13 deaths, 16 missing, and large-scale infrastructural damage. This reflects the growing vulnerability of Himalayan states to extreme weather events, which are becoming frequent due to climate change, unplanned urbanisation, and fragile ecology. Current Context (News Highlights) Casualties: 13 dead, 16 missing, 3 critically injured. Affected Areas: Sahastradhara, Mal Devta, Tapkeshwar temple…

CURRENT AFFAIR- 15/09/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR- 15/09/2025 Case pendency continues to plague the SC as backlog hits all-time high of 88,417/परेशान कर रही है, क्योंकि लंबित मामले 88,417 के सर्वकालिक उच्च स्तर पर पहुँच गए हैं। Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity/ Prelims Source : The Hindu The pendency of cases in the Supreme Court has reached an all-time high of 88,417 (September 2025), despite the Court functioning at its full sanctioned judicial strength of 34 judges. This highlights a structural problem in India’s judicial system where backlog and delay have become endemic, raising concerns about access to justice and the efficiency of…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 11/09/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 11/09/2025 Dalit residents allege ‘untouchability wall’ blocking access in Tamil Nadu/दलितों का आरोप है कि तमिलनाडु में ‘छुआछूत की दीवार’ से पहुंच बाधित हो रही है Syllabus : GS 1 &2 : Social Issues& Social Justice / Prelims Source : The Hindu The construction of a 10-foot wall blocking access to Dalit settlements in Valangaiman, Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, has sparked allegations of caste-based discrimination and denial of basic rights. While the wall is officially claimed to be on private land, local activists describe it as an “untouchability wall,” highlighting the deep-rooted caste barriers that persist in…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 04/09/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 04/09/2025 Two-rate GST to kick in on September 22/22 सितंबरसेलागू होंगी जीएसटी की दो दरें Syllabus : GS 3 : Indian Economy / Prelims Source : The Hindu structure into primarily two slabs—5% and 18%—along with a “special rate” of 40% for sin and luxury goods. Effective from 22nd September 2025, this overhaul is projected to reduce the tax burden on the common man, simplify compliance, and address anomalies like inverted duty structures. The move comes at a time when India seeks to balance fiscal stability with inclusive economic growth. Key Features of the Reform Two-Rate Structure:…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 29/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 29/08/2025 Governor cannot act as ‘super CM’, Tamil Nadu tells Supreme Court/तमिलनाडु ने सुप्रीम कोर्ट से कहा, राज्यपाल ‘सुपर सीएम’ की तरह काम नहीं कर सकते Syllabus :GS 2 : Indian Polity / Prelims Source : The Hindu The ongoing tussle between State governments and Governors has once again reached the Supreme Court. Tamil Nadu, through senior advocate A.M. Singhvi, argued that the Governor is a constitutional head, a “facilitator” in the legislative process, but not a parallel political authority or “super Chief Minister”. The issue arises in the context of a Presidential Reference following the Supreme…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/08/2025 India, Fiji call for open Indo-Pacific region, agree to deepen defence ties/भारत और फिजी ने खुले हिंद-प्रशांत क्षेत्र का आह्वान किया, रक्षा संबंधों को गहरा करने पर सहमति जताई Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu step in India’s Indo-Pacific outreach. Against the backdrop of intensifying geostrategic competition in the Pacific, especially with China’s expanding presence, the India–Fiji partnership underlines New Delhi’s efforts to build resilient defence, maritime, and developmental cooperation with Pacific Island countries (PICs). Key Highlights of the Meeting Maritime Security &Defence Cooperation India to provide training, equipment, and capacity-building…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 26/08/2025 India, China plan to resume trade via Shipki-La in Himachal/भारत, चीन हिमाचल प्रदेश में शिपकी-ला के रास्ते व्यापार फिर से शुरू करने की योजना बना रहे हैं Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu India and China are exploring the resumption of border trade through Shipki-La in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur district, which has remained suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This development comes after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent visit to India, during which Beijing agreed in principle to India’s proposal. The issue holds significance not just for bilateral…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 23/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 23/08/2025 Should SC sit idly as Governors block Bills: CJI/क्या राज्यपालों द्वारा विधेयकों को रोकने पर सर्वोच्च न्यायालय को निष्क्रिय बैठे रहना चाहिए: मुख्य न्यायाधीश Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, recently raised concerns about Governors withholding assent to Bills passed by State legislatures for years, as in the case of Tamil Nadu where certain Bills remained pending for almost four years. The issue has triggered a constitutional debate on the limits of gubernatorial discretion, the scope of judicial review, and the principle…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 21/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 21/08/2025 Russia welcomes Wang Yi’s visit and the positive turn in India-China ties/रूस ने वांग यी की यात्रा और भारत-चीन संबंधों में सकारात्मक बदलाव का स्वागत किया Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relation Source : The Hindu .In a significant diplomatic development, Russia has expressed support for the recent visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to India and welcomed the improving India-China relations. This comes at a time when global geopolitics is witnessing heightened tensions due to U.S. sanctions, trade wars, and realignments among major powers. Russia’s statement underlines the deepening trilateral significance of India,…

CURRENT AFFAIR – 07/08/2025

CURRENT AFFAIR – 07/08/2025 ट्रम्पनेभारतीयआयातपरशुल्कबढ़ाकर 50% करदिया/Trump hikes levy on Indian imports to 50% Syllabus : GS 2 & 3 : International Relations & Indian Economy Source : The Hindu In a move that has significantly strained Indo-U.S. trade relations, former U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order doubling tariffs on Indian imports from 25% to 50%. This action was justified by the U.S. as a response to India’s continued import of oil from Russia, despite sanctions and diplomatic pressure. The development has triggered strong reactions from India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and trade bodies, citing the move…