Current Affairs

Why in the news? The Morocco witnessed GenZ form of protest. Morocco Location: Morocco is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. Capital: Rabat Border Countries: Algeria Bordering Waterbodies: Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea Associated Geographical Feature: Border western … Continue reading →

Why in the news? According to the IUCN, the global population of green sea turtles has risen by 28% since the 1970s. Green Sea Turtle Distribution: Found in tropical and subtropical waters across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Commonly … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Pakistan – Afghanistan (Taliban) witnesses a war-like situation along the Durand Line. Pakistan–Afghanistan Conflict and its Implications on India Major Causes of the Conflict: Militant Sanctuaries: Pakistan accuses the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and allied groups of … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Madagascar witnessed military coup and country suspended by African Union. Madagascar Location: Madagascar is a island country in Indian Ocean lying off the southeastern coast of Africa. Capital: Antananarivo Maritime Border Country: French territory of Réunion, … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, unveiled the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ during the Purple Fest held in Goa. Sugamya Bharat App … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire under the mediation of the USA and Egypt. Israel–Hamas Ceasefire and Its Impact on Global Trade Channels of Impact on Global Trade: Maritime Route Restoration: Ceasefire reduces security threats along … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Supreme Court ruled that the age restrictions under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, cannot be applied retrospectively to couples who had frozen embryos and initiated the surrogacy process before the Act came into force. Surrogacy … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has designated Deendayal, V.O. Chidambaranar, and Paradip ports as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. National Green Hydrogen Mission Launched in: January 2023 by the Union … Continue reading →

Why in the news? A rare burst of winter rains has triggered the “desierto florido” phenomenon in Chile’s Atacama Desert, turning one of Earth’s driest landscapes into sweeping carpets of fuchsia wildflowers visible from space. Atacama Desert Location: Lies along … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Experts suggest that La Niña may lead to a colder winter in several parts of India, especially in the northern region. It may result in cold waves and increased snowfall in hilly regions. La Nina What … Continue reading →