New Current Affairs - Chinmaya IAS Academy

October, 2024

1 October
India and Uzbekistan Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)

India and Uzbekistan recently signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) in Tashkent, marking a significant development in their bilateral relations. Understanding a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) A BIT is a mutual agreement between two countries, aimed at safeguarding investments made by individuals and businesses from one state in the other. …
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1 October
Impact of the DPDP Act on the RTI Act

The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, has raised concerns about its potential to weaken the Right to Information (RTI) Act, particularly regarding the balance between privacy and transparency. Key Concerns: Amendment to Section 8(1)(j) of RTI: The amendment limits the disclosure of personal information of public officials, even …
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30 September
Heatwave as a Notified Disaster

Context: The recent spell of extreme heat across India has reignited discussions on recognizing heatwaves as a “notified disaster” under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. Despite being a common occurrence during Indian summers, heatwaves are currently not classified as disasters under the Act. What are Notified Disasters? The Disaster Management …
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The Allure and Challenges of the Civil Services

Context: Recent events in Maharashtra and Delhi have brought to light significant concerns regarding civil service aspirants. In Maharashtra, a trainee officer was discovered to have falsified documents, raising serious questions about the integrity of the selection process. Meanwhile, in Delhi, three aspirants tragically drowned, highlighting the immense pressure and …
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National Health Infrastructure: NHCE, DHIS, NHA
NOTA and its Consequences
Ahilya Bai Holkar – A Model Leader
PMAY: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana for Affordable Housing.