Current Affairs

Why in the news? Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi paid tribute to Acharya Vinoba Bhave on his birth anniversary. Acharya Vinoba Bhave Birth: Born on 11 September 1895 at Gagode village, Maharashtra. Early Life: Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings; joined … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has announced Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan Awards 2025. Swachh Vayu Survekshan(SVS) 2025 What is it?: It is an annual survey conducted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Paraguay, in a submission at the WTO, have questioned India’s decision to raise Minimum Support Price (MSP) for rice in 2025. Paraguay Location: Paraguay is a landlocked nation in south-central South America. Capital: Asunción Bordering Countries: … Continue reading →

Why in the news? An RBI document shows that it is difficult to contain the risks of cryptocurrencies through regulations. Cryptocurrency in India Definition: Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency secured by cryptography, operating independently of a central authority. … Continue reading →

Why in news? “The Supreme Court has directed that any proposal to redraw the boundaries of the Critical Tiger Habitat in the Sariska Tiger Reserve must undergo public consultation before a final decision is made.” Sariska Tiger Reserve Location: Aravalli … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Education Minister of India inaugurated India’s first overseas Atal Innovation Centre at IIT Delhi–Abu Dhabi campus during his UAE visit. First Overseas Atal Innovation Centre What is it?: A premier innovation hub established outside … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Philippines raised concern over China’s plan for a “nature reserve” on the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Scarborough Shoal What is it?: The Scarborough Shoal is an oceanic coral atoll that developed on top of a seamount … Continue reading →

Why in news? Vultures are reported to help mitigate the risk of disease spill overs and occurences of Pandemics. Vultures What are they?: Vultures are medium- to large-sized birds of prey. They are known for eating carrion (the bodies of … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Home Minister launched the FTI-TTP at Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Kozhikode, and Amritsar airports. Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) Aim:  Designed for faster, smoother, and safer immigration clearance. Ministry: The Ministry of Home … Continue reading →

Why in news? Mauritius Prime Minister visited India and signed MoUs. Mauritius Location: Mauritius is an Indian Ocean island country. Capital: Port Louis. Maritime Border: It shares a maritime border with Madagascar and Reunion Island. Groupings: Member of the African … Continue reading →