Archives: Current Affair

Why in News? India and the European Union (EU) continue to differ on Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS), which govern food and animal safety rules and are key to India’s agricultural and processed food exports to the EU. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims : SPS Mains: GS 3 This assumes significance as the […]

The Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) is a foreign exchange policy introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in 2004 under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. It allows resident individuals in India, including minors, to freely remit up to USD 250,000 per financial year (April to March) for permissible current or capital account […]

Why in News? The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) has recently issued directives to all State Adoption Resource Agencies (SARAs) to institutionalize structured counselling services at every stage of the adoption process: Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims :  CARA/SARS Mains  : GS1 ( Social Issues) Stages: Pre-Adoption Counselling During the Adoption Process Post-Adoption […]

Monsoon Session of Parliament: Historical Context and Constitutional Provisions Introduction The Monsoon Session is one of the three key sessions of the Indian Parliament: Budget Session – February to May Monsoon Session – July to September Winter Session – November to December The Monsoon Session is aligned with the rainy season (monsoon) in India and […]

India-US Trade Deal Stalemate: The Dairy Dispute Why in News? The India-US trade negotiations have stalled primarily due to a disagreement over dairy imports. US President Donald Trump set an August 1 deadline for finalizing trade deals, warning of potential tariffs if no agreement is reached. India refuses to compromise on dairy imports, citing religious, […]

Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO): Why in News ? The global shipping industry, a critical pillar of international trade, is steadily moving towards decarbonisation, with ambitious targets set for 2040-2050. Currently, merchant vessels primarily rely on conventional fuels like Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), diesel, and liquefied methane (LNG) Relevance : UPSC Pre […]

Why in News? The Punjab Government has introduced the Prevention of Offences against Holy Scriptures Bill, 2025. This legislation aims to protect religious harmony by criminalising acts of sacrilege against sacred texts. It proposes stringent punishments including life imprisonment and heavy fines. The Bill covers scriptures revered by multiple faiths in Punjab, reflecting the region’s […]

What is the National Working Plan Code? The National Working Plan Code (NWPC) is a guideline document issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, to regulate and standardize scientific forest management and planning in the country. A Working Plan is essentially a blueprint for the management of forests […]

Why in News? The execution of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala, scheduled for July 16, 2025, in Yemen, was postponed, as reported on July 15, 2025. The case has drawn attention due to diplomatic efforts to secure her release through a “blood money” settlement and the challenges of negotiating with Houthi authorities in […]

Fuel Gas Desulphurization (FGD)? Why in News? Fuel Gas Desulphurization (FGD) has become increasingly important as India enforces stricter emission norms for coal-based power plants and industries. FGD systems are being installed to control Sulphur Dioxide (SO₂) emissions, a major cause of air pollution and acid rain. What is FGD? Fuel Gas Desulphurization (FGD) is […]