Daily Current Affairs

THE FRAYING OF THE MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT  TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU  The MCC is a set of guidelines framed by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ensure fair, peaceful, and civilized elections in the country.  Free and fair elections are integral to the Indian Constitution. Article 324 grants

ADOPTING A TRANSFORMATIVE VISION FOR MEDIATION  TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU  The Mediation Act of 2023 marks a significant shift in India's legal landscape. Recognizing the limitations of traditional litigation, this act actively promotes mediation as a key tool for resolving disputes.   By establishing a framework for pre-litigation, court-annexed, online, and

MORE SOLAR STORMS BREWING AFTER LAST WEEK’S AURORAE AS SUN ‘WAKES UP’  TOPIC: (GS3) SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY – SOURCE: THE HINDU  On May 10, a significant solar storm occurred, triggered by sunspot AR 3664, which unleashed three coronal mass ejections towards Earth.  Solar storms and the stunning aurorae they create are a source of wonder

SMART CITIES MISSION  The Smart Cities Mission (SCM) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched by the Government of India in June 2015.   The mission aims to transform 100 cities across the country to enhance the quality of life for citizens through sustainable and inclusive development, leveraging advanced technologies.   The mission's deadline, initially set for 2020,

MANIPUR ACCOUNTED FOR 97% OF DISPLACEMENTS IN SOUTH ASIA  TOPIC: (GS2) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS– SOURCE: THE HINDU  In 2023, South Asia witnessed significant internal displacements due to conflict and violence, with a notable concentration in India. A major contributing factor was the ethnic violence in Manipur, which alone accounted for 67,000 displacements.   The Geneva-based Internal Displacement

STATE CANNOT ACQUIRE PROPERTY WITHOUT PROPER PROCEDURE: SC TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU The Supreme Court ruled that the state cannot acquire private property for public use without following mandatory procedures. Even with compensation, acquisition without proper procedure is unconstitutional. Right to Property: The right to property is a constitutional right

NO FRESH MINING LEASES, RENEWALS IN ARAVALLIS, SUPREME COURT ORDERS  The Supreme Court has recently halted new mining licenses and renewals in the Aravalli ranges based on a report by the Forest Survey of India (FSI).   Despite a significant increase in Haryana's revenue from legal mining over the past decade, environmental concerns have necessitated stringent

TAMIL NADU: A CASE FOR ALLOWING RESERVATION OVER 50 PER CENT TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU The congress party proposes a constitutional amendment to raise the 50% reservation cap for obc, Sc’s, and st in government positions and colleges. concerns arise mainly from elites due to legal and economic arguments. opposition

2 DISTRICT JUDGES QUESTION COLLEGIUM PICKS, SUPREME COURT NOTICE TO HIMACHAL HC  Two senior-most district judges from Himachal Pradesh have recently approached the Supreme Court, claiming that their merit and seniority were disregarded by the Himachal Pradesh High Court Collegium during the judge selection process.  What is the Collegium System?  The Collegium System involves the

WHY IS THE EUROPEAN UNION PROBING FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM? TOPIC: (GS2) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS – SOURCE: THE HINDU The European Union has initiated a new investigation into Meta’s social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, over concerns about child safety and compliance with the bloc's Digital Service Act (DSA). This investigation centers on the potential exploitation of

CRITICAL TIMES CALL FOR STRONG JUDICIAL ADJUDICATION  TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU  The Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), a significant piece of legislation in India, has sparked widespread debate and controversy since its enactment. As the Supreme Court of India prepares to review the constitutionality of the CAA and its accompanying rules,

CLIMATE CHANGE, A PASSING CLOUD IN INDIAN POLITICS  TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU  The fifth phase of India's general election has concluded, revealing a significant omission in the electoral rhetoric of the major political parties: the critical issue of climate change.   This neglect stands out sharply amid global environmental crises and