Daily Current Affairs
Events of political or social interest and importance happening in the world at the present time.
UK-China Relations: A Quandary Intensified by Brexit
The United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union, commonly referred to as Brexit, has significantly reshaped its foreign policy landscape. Among
Manufacturing Momentum: Positive Indicators Appear in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh (UP), India’s most populous state, is witnessing a transformative shift in its economic landscape. Traditionally known for its agrarian
A Pact to Safeguard the Globe from Covid-Type Outbreaks
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant vulnerabilities in global health systems, underscoring the urgent need for a coordinated international
Monsoon Anticipation 2025: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Indian monsoon is a pivotal climatic phenomenon that significantly influences the nation’s agriculture, economy, and overall socio-economic fabric.
To Repair Construction, Deconstruction Bharat: A Comprehensive Analysis
The phrase “To repair construction, deconstruction Bharat” encapsulates a profound inquiry into India’s developmental trajectory. It suggests that to build
Unstable Currents in Oil: India’s Benefits Moderated by Various Export Threats
India, the world’s third-largest oil importer, has long been susceptible to the volatile dynamics of global oil markets. While recent geopolitical shifts have
Telangana’s SC Sub-Quotas: An Innovative Stage in Social Justice Politics
Telangana has become the first Indian state to implement sub-categorisation within the Scheduled Castes (SC) quota, marking a significant development
Self-Sustaining Loop: Understanding the Violence and Turmoil in Sudan
Sudan, a nation with a tumultuous history, has once again descended into chaos. The ongoing conflict, which began in April 2023, has evolved into a
Exploring a fresh Silicon pathway: India’s strategy to secure 10% of the worldwide chip market by 2030
India is embarking on an ambitious journey to establish itself as a significant player in the global semiconductor industry. With the objective of capturing
Urban commuting in India: Difficulties and prospects for a sustainable future
India’s urban landscape is evolving rapidly, with projections indicating that by 2030, over 40% of the population will reside in urban areas. This shift
Unneeded alteration: Regarding the RTI Act
The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, stands as a cornerstone of India’s democratic framework, empowering citizens to seek transparency and accountability
In the wake of the Murshidabad violence regarding the Waqf Act, ensuring peace should be the foremost concern for the Bengal government
In the wake of recent unrest in Murshidabad concerning the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, ensuring peace and communal harmony has become
Delhi’s Air Cleanliness Initiative: Prioritizing Air Quality Monitoring and Dust Emission Assessment
Delhi, India’s capital, consistently ranks among the world’s most polluted cities. The city’s air quality crisis, characterized by high levels of particulate
Conflict Among Brands, Rather Than Tariffs: A Comprehensive Analysis
In the evolving landscape of international trade, the dynamics have shifted from traditional tariff-based barriers to more nuanced conflicts among brands.
Communal cauldron: On a communal divide in West Bengal
Women’s participation in the Olympics has evolved remarkably since their initial inclusion in 1900, where they constituted a mere 2% of the athletes. Over
India’s flourishing outbound tourism: However, the inbound industry requires more than merely policy adjustments
India’s tourism sector is experiencing a dynamic transformation. While outbound tourism is witnessing unprecedented growth, the inbound sector
At the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics: A Strike Against Gender Inequality
Women’s participation in the Olympics has evolved remarkably since their initial inclusion in 1900, where they constituted a mere 2% of the athletes. Over
Closing the gender gap: India still has a long way to go in its growth narrative
India’s economic ascent has been remarkable, yet the journey toward gender equality remains incomplete. Despite strides in various sectors, systemic
Monsoon information needs to be localized and applicable within the framework of India
India’s monsoon is not just a seasonal weather event; it is the lifeblood of the nation’s agriculture, water resources, and overall economy. Accounting for
Justice following extradition: Regarding Tahawwur Hussain Rana
The extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana to India in April 2025 marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice for the 2008 Mumbai terror
Five years post-COVID, it is essential to pose challenging questions regarding our response to the crisis.
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant vulnerabilities in India’s public health system. An expert group constituted by NITI Aayog recommended
The Indian police system is faulty. If it isn’t overhauled, citizens will keep facing a significant cost
The Indian police system, a critical pillar of the nation’s democratic framework, has long been under scrutiny for its inefficiencies and archaic practices
RBI sets standards for gold loans as a component of new regulations
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently proposed stringent regulations for gold-backed loans to enhance risk management and ensure financial
Land Conflict and Environmental Degradation: Telangana’s IT park initiative jeopardizes green areas
The rapid expansion of Information Technology (IT) infrastructure in Telangana has ignited significant debates concerning land conflicts and
A resurgence in the region: Regarding the BIMSTEC summit
The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) has recently emerged as a pivotal platform for regional
By declaring the Tamil Nadu governor’s ‘pocket veto’ as unlawful, the Supreme Court has established a positive precedent.
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has declared the Tamil Nadu Governor’s prolonged inaction on state legislation—often termed a
Congo, M23 rebels hold first talks after months of conflict
Congo’s government and M23 rebels recently held private talks in Qatar for the first time since the rebels conducted a lightning offensive in the country’s
India Skills Accelerator in News
In a significant move towards accelerating India’s skilling goal, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF),
Conversations in Assam on April 8, 1985 – Forty Years Ago: A Turning Point in India’s Political and Social Landscape
April 8, 1985, holds a special place in the socio-political memory of Assam and India as a whole. As we look back forty years, this date
Addressing Apprehensions: The Prime Minister’s Visit and the India-Sri Lanka Relationship
India and Sri Lanka, bound by geography, history, culture, and shared interests, have witnessed fluctuating dynamics in their bilateral
Electronic surveillance system, other hi-tech measures to be deployed to safeguard borders : GOI
Indian Government is deploying an electronic surveillance system and using other technological initiatives to safeguard the country’s borders, Union
Dam Safety Act 2021 in News
Union Minister C R Patil inaugurated Symposium on “Dam Safety Act, 2021”: Towards Integrated Dam Safety Management”organised by National Dam Safety Authority” (NDSA) in New Delhi recently. This event highlighted the progress made in improving dam
MUDRA Yojana’s 10th Anniversary celebrated by Government of India
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8th April extended his heartfelt congratulations to the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) as the nation
150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union held in Tashkent
Indian delegation led by Lok sabha speaker Om Birla participated in the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) recently. It was organised in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Tiger Triumph exercise between India and US
The Fourth edition of Exercise Tiger Triumph , the bilateral Tri-Service India-US Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise , is scheduled
Connecting disparities and enhancing resilience
A nation’s health system is the backbone of its well-being, driving economic prosperity, social equality, and long-term sustainability. Health care services are fundamental in shaping the lives of citizens,
What is Earthquake and Why does it occur
An earthquake is the ground shaking caused by a sudden slip on a fault. Stresses in the earth’s outer layer push the sides of the fault together. Stress builds up and the rocks slip suddenly,
What is Saffir-Simpson Index
Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale, index of tropical cyclone intensity that classifies a storm’s wind speed into one of five divisions, or categories. The Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale was developed by American structural
Two new species of jumping spiders discovered in Western Ghats
A collaborative research involving the University of Kerala has reported the discovery of two new species of jumping spiders belonging to the genus
ZSI scientists discover new species in Bihar
Scientists from Kolkata-headquartered Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) made a significant discovery with the identification of a new species
Importance of Shola forests/ Grasslands in South India’s ecosystem
The Shola forests of South India derive their name from the Tamil word solai, which means a ‘ tropical
UPSC Pre 2025 Special
India has become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF), which will open doors to invaluable opportunities for reliance
UPSC Pre 2025 Special ( Most probable questions)
India’s first study on ‘teal carbon’, undertaken at Keoladeo National Park (KNP) in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district, has highlighted the significance of wetland conservation to address the challenges of climate
What is Coral Triangle and it’s significance
The Coral Triangle is a marine region that spans those parts of Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, the Solomon Islands and Timor-Leste with at least
Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak gets 2025 Holberg Prize
The 2025 Holberg Prize has been awarded to esteemed Indian scholar Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak in recognition of her groundbreaking contributions to the
What is Codex Alimentarius and it’s significance
The Codex Alimentarius, or “Food Code”, is a collection of international standards, guidelines and codes of practice to protect the health of consumers and ensure fair practices
The Botanical Survey of India : establishment and importance
The Botanical Survey of India (BSI) was established in 1890 with the objectives of exploring the plant resources of the country and identifying plant species
Zoological Survey of India: Evolution and objectives
The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) was established on 1st July, 1916 to promote survey, exploration and research leading to the advancement in our knowledge
Animal Welfare Board of India: Structure and function
The Animal Welfare Board of India is a statutory advisory body on Animal Welfare Laws and promotes animal welfare in the country. Established in 1962 under Section
Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme
Recently, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with NITI Aayog, launched Swavalambini— a Women Entrepreneurship
Structure, Function, mandate of SEBI in india
The Securities and Exchange Board of India was constituted as a non-statutory body on April 12, 1988 through a resolution of the Government of India.
About 278 sq km area around Gorumara National Park declared eco-sensitive zone
After Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, a 278 sq km area surrounding Gorumara National Park has now been designated as an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ). The Union Ministry of
NGT Direction to TN government on Western Ghat
The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal has directed the state Environment, Forest and Climate Change department and Highways department to prepare landslide susceptibility
The first India-EU Workshop on Electric Vehicles Charging Technology
The first India-EU Workshop on Electric Vehicles Charging Technology was held in Pune, India, on 24th Feb 2025 under the auspices of the India-EU Trade
What is Sevottam Model and why is it in News
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) organized the National Workshop on “Sevottam and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances”
International Maritime Organisation praises India
International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Secretary-General, Mr. Arsenio Dominguez emphasized on India’s role in sustainable shipping and seafarer welfare
Major features of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare recently addressed the media regarding the upcoming release of the 19th instalment under the PM-KISAN scheme.
India Japan Joint Military Exercise Dharm Guardian in News
India shares strong defence ties with Japan and considers it strong defence partner. That’s why India has always keen interest to deepen defence partnership with Japan. Joint military exercises.
India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Committee meeting on trade concluded in Kathmandu
The India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) on Trade, Transit, and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorised Trade was held in Kathmandu from
India’s current Green House Gas emission status
Recently, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate change mentioned 7.93% Drop in GHG Emissions in india . India is advancing towards a carbon-
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited in News
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has achieved ‘Excellent’ rating for the performance MoU signed with the Ministry of New &
Asia’s premier Food and Beverage (F&B) Trade Show Indusfood 2025 in News
The 8th edition of Indusfood, Asia’s premier Food and Beverage (F&B) Trade Show, was inaugurated by Shri Chirag Paswan, Union Minister
Assam’s Elephant Population Estimate 2024
According to the Elephant Population Estimate 2024 released by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Assam has an estimated 5,828 elephants.
ISRO gets its new chairman
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet headed by PM has approved the appointment of Shri V. Narayanan, Director.
Kerala’s cities deserve UNESCO World Book Capital title
Third edition of Kerala Legislature International Book Festival was started in Thiruvananthapuram…
Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary in News: rare butterfly species recorded for first time
North Eastern state Tripura has recorded the presence of its first Banded Royal butterfly , scientifically named
IORA gets new secretary general
Sanjiv Ranjan will be the next secretary general of the Indian Ocean Rim association. This news has been confirmed by the Ministry of External
Tularemia comxmonly known as rabbit fever is in news
A rare but serious disease, tularemia — commonly known as rabbit fever — has been making headlines due to a sharp rise in reported
26 Kashmir Villages Declared Eco-Sensitive Zones
Recently, The central government has declared 26 villages kashmir valley as ESZ. These Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) falls in Pulwama and Anantnag
Western Ghats lost 58 sq km forest cover in 10 years
According to the latest India State of Forest Report 2023, The ecologically sensitive Western Ghats recorded a net loss of over 58 sq km of forest cover in
NTCA Report On Big Cat Deaths Raises Concern
Tiger conservation is sensitive responsibility for the protection of biodiversity. Mortality rate of tigers have been a matter of concern for NTCA and other
Pakistan begins 2-year term as UN Security Council non-permanent member
On 1st January Pakistan began its two-year tenure as a non-permanent member of the United States Security Council (UNSC). Pakistan will sit in the
Zimbabwe abolishes death penalty
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has approved a law that abolishes the death penalty in the southern African state with immediate effect.
Odisha seeking heritage status from Unesco for Bargarh’s famous Dhanu Jatra
Odisha government will contend for heritage status from Unesco (United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Trinidad and Tobago President will be chief guest of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
President of Trinidad and Tobago Christine Carla Kangaloo will be the chief guest of the 18th
Nepal launches campaign to end practice of child marriage
After India’s launch of the ‘Child Marriage Free Bharat’ campaign in November 2024, Nepal has taken a significant
step in the South
India- Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran in News
Indian and Nepali military jointly conduct exercise Surya Kiran annually. This year, the exercise is being conducted in Saljhandi
Cabinet approves Modification in Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and RWBCIS Scheme
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently approved continuation…
SAIL certified as Great Place to Work for the second time
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has earned the prestigious ‘Great Place to Work’ certification for January 2025 to January 2026, awarded by the Great Place to Work..
Arunachal to frame rules to implement the Act to curbs religious conversion
In a significant development Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu has announced that his…
Turtle Smuggling Racket Foiled At India’s Trichy Airport
The Air Intelligence Unit officers at India’s airport rescued 2,447 live turtles being smuggled by a passenger arriving from Kuala Lumpur…
Why Kessler Syndrome is in news
Recently, The European space agency warned that unchecked Spacee debris accumulation could lead to Kessler Syndrome ,
Lighthouse Tourism in india
The Central Government is actively promoting lighthouse tourism as a part of its broader Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030 and Amrit
Kuwait joins International Solar Alliance
Kuwait became member of International Solar Allaince recently. Kuwait knew the limitations of