CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25/09/2023 | RAOS ACADEMY | 25 September Current Affairs UPSC
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23/09/2023 A clear message to industry on dispute resolution (General Studies- Paper III) Source : TH ADR encompasses mechanisms to resolve disputes without court intervention. ADR is gaining importance in India due to delays and rising litigation costs. Key Highlights Shift Toward Mediation Arbitration and conciliation were the primary focus of ADR discussions until recently. The Mediation Bill, 2023, passed during the monsoon session of Parliament and now referred to as the Mediation Act, 2023, highlights the growing importance of mediation. The Act mandates pre-litigation mediation for parties before approaching an Indian court, even without a prior…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22/09/2023 State of Working India 2023 (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The “State of Working India 2023” report by Azim Premji University’s Centre for Sustainable Employment highlights significant trends in India’s employment and workforce landscape in 2021-22. The report examines unemployment rates, women’s workforce participation, intergenerational mobility, and caste-wise workforce dynamics. Key Highlights Unemployment Rates: Overall unemployment rate decreased from 8.7% in 2017-18 to 6.6% in 2021-22. However, 42% of Indian graduates under 25 were unemployed in 2021-22. Women’s Workforce Participation: Post-pandemic, 60% of women were self-employed, compared to 50% before the pandemic.…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/09/2023 The Khalistan shadow on India-Canada ties, over the years (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express Relations between India and Canada have faced significant strains due to Canada’s alleged leniency toward Khalistani supporters. The situation hit a new low when Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, designated as a terrorist by India, in Surrey in June. India rejected these allegations and accused Canada of providing shelter to Khalistani extremists. Key Highlights Historical Tensions: 1948 Kashmir Plebiscite: As early as 1948, Canada supported a plebiscite…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/09/2023 Govt. introduces women’s quota Bill in Lok Sabha (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The Union government introduced the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty Eighth) Amendment Bill, 2023, to provide one-third reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Key Highlights What is delimitation? The Delimitation Commission of India The Delimitation Commission of India is a constitutional body responsible for the process of delimitation in India. Serious allegation strain India-Canada Relations (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has accused agents of the Government of…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/09/2023 Hanging fire for 27 years: How Women Reservation Bill kept lapsing? (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared the draft Women’s Reservation Bill. This draft bill is expected to be tabled in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha during the ongoing special session of Parliament for consideration and passage. The bill’s objective is to increase the representation of women in the Indian legislative bodies, addressing the gender disparity in politics and decision-making. Background and Highlights The Women’s Reservation Bill in India has…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/09/2023 India is at a pivotal moment in its health-care journey (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH India is emerging as a global leader in various critical issues, such as climate change, electrification, manufacturing, and space exploration. However, it faces a significant challenge in the form of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which could burden the country with substantial economic costs. Key Highlights India’s Rising NCD Burden: India currently grapples with a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, respiratory issues, and mental health problems. Economic Implications: If unaddressed, the NCD burden could cost…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/09/2023 | 16 September Current Affairs | 16 September 2023 Current Affairs
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/09/2023 Indian Air Force Receives First C295 Aircraft to Replace Aging Fleet (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Indian Air Force (IAF) received the first of the 56 C295 aircraft, which are intended to replace its aging Avro-748 fleet. Airbus Defence and Space stated that the C295, configured for transport and equipped with an indigenous electronic warfare suite, will depart from the Airbus production site in Seville, Spain, for Delhi, piloted by a joint IAF-Airbus crew. Key Highlights Acquisition and Cost: In September 2021, India finalized the acquisition of 56 Airbus C295 aircraft…
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/09/2023
CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/09/2023 Centre, Navy stitch together plan to revive maritime heritage (General Studies- Paper I) Source : The Indian Express A remarkable initiative led by the Indian Navy, in collaboration with the Culture Ministry and a Goan shipbuilding company, Hodi Innovations, is set to revive an ancient shipbuilding technique called the “stitched ship.” This historic project aims to construct a 21-meter vessel using traditional methods, involving ropes, cords, coconut fibers, natural resins, and oils. The ship will embark on a voyage from Odisha, India, to Indonesia’s Bali in November 2025, signifying a tribute to India’s rich maritime heritage.…
