Daily Current Affairs 19-October-2023 1. The measure of the working woman. Topic: GS3 – gender equality Context: India’s goal of becoming a $5 trillion economy requires the inclusion of women in the workforce. Hurdles to women empowerment: Unpaid care work, primarily done by women, is not adequately recognized or valued in economic terms. Women face…
The Hindu Editorial 19-October-2023 1. The explosion of digital uncertainty Topic: GS3 – artificial intelligence Advances in Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI): Recent developments in Generative AI have garnered global attention in various sectors. The Government of India has published a comprehensive report on the opportunities and challenges posed by this AI wave. Indian IT industry…
Indian Express 18-October-2023 1) Same-Sex Marriage in India Context: The Supreme Court has issued its eagerly anticipated decision, denying petitions to legalize same-sex unions and delving more into the Special Marriage Act of 1954’s provisions to thoroughly investigate the matter, which has convergence and linkage with homosexuality. What is the Supreme Court’s (SC) Observation? Against…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 18-Oct -2023 1. This year’s ‘Ayurveda Day’ to be organized on the theme of ‘Ayurveda for One Health’ and celebrated 100 countries across the globe. Topic: GS3 – Health sector Context: Ayurveda Day celebrated internationally in around 100 countries with the theme ‘Ayurveda for One Health’ on November 11, 2023. The main…
Daily Current Affairs 18-October-2023 1. Cannot legalise same-sex marriage, says SC Bench. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity Context: A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court ruled that only the legislature has the authority to recognize or regulate same-sex marriages, stating there’s no inherent right to marry. More on this news: The Bench was unable to…
The Hindu Editorial 18-October-2023 1. Demolishing the frame from outside the Constitution Topic: GS2 – Indian polity Context: Recent events in India, including the arrest of journalists and raids on news organizations under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, have raised concerns about freedom of speech and expression. Chilling Effect: Other trends that point to a…
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Indian Express 17-October-2023 1) A Conflicted Modernist Context: Sir Syed’s 125th birth anniversary coincides with the passing of the Women’s Reservation Bill. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was a significant person in Indian history who worked to advance modern education among Muslims and promote a number of social changes. The editorial’s analysis offers a nuanced perspective…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 17-Oct -2023 1. Inland waterways transport is proving to be a game-changer: PM Topic: GS3 – inland waterways Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed the importance of transforming India’s inland waterways. The Prime Minister described inland waterways as an environmentally friendly and cost-effective transportation mode. Benefits of inland waterways: Environmentally friendly: Inland…
Daily Current Affairs 17-October-2023 1. SC refers electoral bonds case to 5-judge Constitution Bench. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity Context: Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud has swiftly referred the challenge to the validity of the electoral bonds scheme to a Constitution Bench of five judges. The move to a five-judge Bench is based on…