Current Affairs

Why in the news? The Coal Ministry has notified new rules removing the requirement of Coal Controller Organisation (CCO) approval for the opening or reopening of coal mines. Coal Controller Organization What is it?: Coal Controller Organisation functions as a … Continue reading →

Why in the news? An invasive, urban-adapted mosquito species poses a serious threat of Malaria spread. Malaria What is it?: Malaria is a life-threatening mosquito-borne blood disease caused by Plasmodium parasites. Transmission: The parasites spread through the bites of infected … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Recently on 27th November 2024, Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan has completed one year of its roll out. Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan What is it?: is a national campaign launched to eliminate child marriage through … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) has tagged 15 long-billed vultures at the Melghat Tiger Reserve. Long Billed Vultures What is it?: The Long-billed Vulture is an Old World vulture native to the Asian region, also called … Continue reading →

Why in the news? According to a new study, out of the rabies-related human deaths reported globally each year, India accounts for nearly one-third. Rabies What is it?: Rabies is a fatal zoonotic viral disease primarily transmitted through dog bites. … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The CBI has arrested two bank officials in connection with a mule accounts case. Mule Accounts What is it?: Bank accounts are exploited by criminals for illegal activities like money laundering. Often acquired from individuals in … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has invited industry participation to spearhead the upgradation of ITIs under the PM-SETU Scheme. PM-SETU Scheme Expansion of Abbreviation: Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. What … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The government links NATGRID with the National Population Register. National Population Register What is it?: The National Population Register is a comprehensive database of usual residents of India. Legal Basis: Prepared under the Citizenship Act, 1955 … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Department of Posts transported a Thanjavur masterpiece depicting the Divine Shri Ram from Bengaluru to Ayodhya. Thanjavur Painting (Tanjore Painting) What is it?: Thanjavur Painting is a classical South Indian art form that originated in … Continue reading →

Why in the news? China, not OPEC+, emerged as the key stabiliser of global crude oil prices in 2025. Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) What is it?: It is a permanent intergovernmental organization of oil-exporting countries. Headquarters: Vienna, … Continue reading →