Archives: Current Affair

Why in News ?  Pondy Marina is a vibrant beachfront promenade located in Puducherry (formerly Pondicherry), a Union Territory of India. It is a recent addition to Puducherry’s tourist attractions and has quickly gained popularity as a leisure and cultural hub for locals and visitors alike. Key Features of Pondy Marina: Location: Situated along the […]

Why in News?  The centuries-old Pilicode Rayaramangalam Bhagavathi Temple in Kasaragod, Kerala, has made history by opening its inner sanctum (nalambalam) to devotees from all communities for the first time. This landmark decision marks the end of caste-based restrictions that had been in place for centuries. Key Points: Historical Move: First-Time Access: Devotees from all […]

The European Space Agency (ESA) has launched its Biomass mission as part of the Earth Explorer Programme, aimed at tracking the world’s forests and monitoring changes in their biomass. Announced on April 13, 2025, by Alind Chauhan in The Indian Express, this mission seeks to measure carbon storage and assess how forests are affected by […]

Why in News? The 6 civil society organizations (CSOs) of Kuki Zo community have warned to the Meitei community against climbing hills ( Thangjing Hill) across a buffer zone during the annual Cheiraoba festival. Importance for UPSC Prelims & Mains: Prelims Qns  can be asked  fron diffrernt communities & their festivals/  like Kuki-Zo /Meitei / […]

Why in News?   The Scheme was recently in news. Important For Pre &  Mains: Pre – Key provisions of Schemes / other related  Schemes Mains-   Economic Development (GS Paper III): Rural Economy: Its focus on micro-enterprises and job creation ties into agriculture and rural industrialization. Use data (e.g., 20-30% food wastage reduction) to support arguments […]

Why in News?  The USA government  has recently brought a bill that seeks to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) Program. What is Optional Practical Training (OPT)? It is a temporary employment authorization program for F-1 visa students in the United States, allowing them to gain practical work experience directly related to their major field […]

Why in News ? The Supreme Court, for the first time, mandates that the President must decide on bills referred by governors within three months from the date of referral Key Points Three-Month Deadline for Presidential Decision: The Supreme Court, for the first time, mandates that the President must decide on bills referred by governors […]

Why in News?   The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India’s central bank, has made a significant monetary policy decision. The cut in the repo rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) and the reduction of the growth projection from 6.7% to 6.5% signal a shift in the economic outlook. Why Important For UPSC? Prelims : Repo  […]

Why in News?  The approval of the Rs 63,000-crore deal for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on April 9, 2025, is a significant development in India’s defense and strategic landscape. Importance for UPSC Prelims & Mains Exam: Prelims:  Cabinet Committees/The role of the CCS. Details about INS Vikrant, Rafale-M, […]

Why in News ? The Union Cabinet  has recently approved the “Modernisation of Command Area Development and Water Management (MCADWM)” sub-scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY). This initiative reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to improving water management and supporting farmers, especially those with small landholdings, amid challenges like water scarcity and climate […]