Daily Current Affairs — 9 July 2025
5 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Reforming the UNFCCC Process
Context As the world grapples with intensifying climate crises, the credibility and effectiveness of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) process have come under scrutiny. About the UNFCCC It is the foundational international treaty that guides global efforts to combat climate change. It was adopted in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, it has since become the bedrock of climate diplomacy, shaping agreements like the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement.
Delhi’s Fuel Ban for Old Vehicles
Context Citing “technological” and “cross-border fuelling” concerns, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) deferred the ban on fuel to end-of-life vehicles in Delhi to November 1. About In 2015, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed that All diesel vehicles (heavy or light) which are more than 10 years old will not be permitted on the roads of Delhi NCR. Also, Petrol vehicles which are more than 15 years old and diesel vehicles that are more than 10 years old shall not be registe
Jal Jeevan Mission
Context The Jammu Kashmir Assembly’s House Committee is currently probing allegations of irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the region. Way Forward Independent Social Audits: Engage NGOs, civil society, and citizen groups for real-time audits and grievance redress. Real-time Monitoring Dashboards: Enhance public access to performance data at the panchayat and block level.
Parakh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024
Context Recently, the Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development Rashtriya Sarvekshan (PARAKH RS), formerly known as the National Achievement Survey (NAS), released its 2025 findings. Concerns Arising from the Survey Declining Competency with Advancing Grades: There is a notable drop in learning outcomes from Grade 3 to Grade 9, especially in conceptual understanding and application. Urban-Rural and Regional Inequities: Northeastern states like Meghalaya a
India and Brazil Held Bilateral Talks
Context Prime Minister Modi and Brazilian President held bilateral talks in Brasilia a day after the BRICS summit. Relevance of India–Brazil Cooperation in a Changing World UNSC Reform: India and Brazil advocate expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories, reflecting the aspirations of underrepresented regions. Global South Voice: Both champion reforms in international institutions (UN, IMF, World Bank) to reflect contemporary realities and the needs of developing countries.