August 8th 2024 KPSC Current Affairs
1.Wind Energy Growth Slows After 2016-2020 Boom Context:As of May 2024, the total installed capacity of Renewable Energy (RE) in Karnataka stands at 21,990 megawatts (MW) putting the State in…
1.Wind Energy Growth Slows After 2016-2020 Boom Context:As of May 2024, the total installed capacity of Renewable Energy (RE) in Karnataka stands at 21,990 megawatts (MW) putting the State in…
Supreme Court Ruling on Stray Dog Policy Overview of the Case:The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment on July 12, 2024, concluding the 15-year-old case Animal Welfare Board…
1. PMLA Judgment Review BackgroundSupreme Court Judgment (July 2022): The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, granting extensive powers to the…
1.Heavy rains push up storage in hydel reservoirs to record level Context:The recent spell of heavy rains in Karnataka's Western Ghats region has brightened its power scenario as the cumulative…
1. THE PUNJAB CANAL IntroductionPunjab, a key agricultural state in India, faces significant water scarcity impacting its irrigation infrastructure.Amidst a funds crunch and ongoing water management issues, the state government…
1. Bangladesh’ garment industry facing temporary shut down Context and BackgroundBangladesh's Garment Industry OverviewEconomic Importance: The garment industry is pivotal for Bangladesh, contributing over 85% of merchandise exports and more…
1.Conference on human-elephant conflict management Context:Conference on human-elephant conflict management on August 12On the occasion of World Elephant Day (12th august), the Karnataka Forest Department will organize an International Conference…
1. Powering India's Future: Key Considerations Introduction:India's energy landscape is evolving amidst challenges from climate change, rising energy demand, and the need for a clean energy transition.The government has emphasized…
1. Current Situation in Bangladesh CONTEXT:Political Crisis: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned amid mass protests and escalating violence.An interim government is expected to take over, with Nobel Peace Laureate…
Gaza Faces Polio Threat Amidst Siege IntroductionGaza, under siege and facing severe humanitarian challenges, is currently grappling with the resurgence of polio, a disease nearly eradicated globally. The situation reflects…