BCCI Awards 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Awards took place on January 23, 2024 in Hyderabad. The glittering ceremony honoured exceptional Indian cricketers across domestic and international formats. The event had a star-studded guest list and presence of ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Sports Current Affairs

Mineral (Auction) Amendment Rules, 2024

The Indian Government has amended the mineral auction rules through a notification of the Mineral (Auction) Amendment Rules, 2024. The changes aim to improve transparency, promote competition and boost state revenue from mineral auctions. Capping upfront fees The amendments introduce ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India Dispatches Malathion to Afghanistan

In a recent humanitarian gesture, India has sent 40,000 litres of Malathion pesticide to Afghanistan via Iran’s Chabahar port. This environment-friendly insecticide will help Afghanistan combat locust swarms that threaten agricultural production. The assistance ensures regional food security. Timely aid ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

What is Madiga Community Issue in Telangana?

The Madiga community, which constitutes over 50% of the Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Telangana, has long demanded sub-categorization of SCs. Their argument is that despite being the largest SC group numerically, they have been deprived of reservations and other ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India Surpasses Hong Kong As World’s Fourth Biggest Stock Market

India’s equity market capitalization has surpassed Hong Kong’s for the first time, making it the fourth largest globally. Favorable domestic growth dynamics combined with global capital inflows have powered India’s market rally. Crossing $4 trillion milestone As of January 23th, ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 23, 2024

1. What is the primary objective of the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme, which has recently been in the news? [A] Promoting renewable energy sources[B] Green hydrogen production[C] Supporting nuclear energy initiatives[D] Advancing carbon capture technologies Show ..

11th Edition of India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Military Exercise ‘Khanjar’

The 11th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan joint military exercise, ‘Khanjar’, commenced on January 22 in Himachal Pradesh. The two-week long exercise aims to boost defence cooperation and exchange expertise on counterterrorism operations. What is the Khanjar exercise? Khanjar is an ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced the ‘Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana’, a new government scheme to promote rooftop solar power systems. This scheme aims to boost India’s renewable energy goals and reduce electricity bills for households. What is the scheme ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs – January 20-22, 2024

Global Spread of Ramayana GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  The Ramayana, originally a Sanskrit epic, has been popular in India for millennia and has spread globally through various forms such as folk theatre and puppet shows. Historically, the ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 21-22, 2024

1. Which Union Ministry is associated with Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), which has recently been in the news? [A] Ministry of Corporate Affairs[B] Ministry of Defence[C] Ministry of Finance[D] Ministry of Commerce & Industry Show Answer Correct Answer: A ..