Archives: Current Affair

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 […]

Why in news?  The Arctic Boreal Zone (ABZ) has recently made headlines due to a significant shift in its role as a carbon sink, as highlighted in a study published in Nature Climate Change. About the Arctic Boreal Zone (ABZ): The Arctic Boreal Zone (ABZ) is a vast circumpolar region spanning approximately 26 million square […]

Why in News ? The Delhi High Court has directed the state government to frame guidelines to secure the property rights of orphaned minors in the Capital. Key Points of the News: Court Directive: The Delhi High Court has directed the state government to frame guidelines to secure the property rights of orphaned minors in […]

Why in News? The Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) completed 10 years since its inception, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries to celebrate this milestone. He highlighted the success of the scheme in empowering marginalized individuals through financial inclusion and entrepreneurship support. Key Points from the News Achievements of PMMY: 52 crore loans […]

Why in News? Greenpeace reported a dramatic decline in illegal gold mining activities in Brazil’s Indigenous territories since President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva took office in January 2023. This comes as Brazil prepares to host a UN conference on climate and environment, highlighting the government’s efforts to address illegal mining, deforestation, and other environmental […]

Why in News? An American biotech company, Colossal Biosciences, has claimed to have successfully recreated a genetically modified version of the extinct dire wolf through the process of de-extinction. This has raised debates about the ethics, feasibility, and implications of bringing extinct species back to life. Key Points from the Article: About the Dire Wolf: […]

Why in News? The private weather agency Skymet Weather has forecasted a “normal” monsoon for the upcoming season, with rainfall estimated to be 3% above the long-term average of 868.6 mm. The weakening of La Niña conditions is a key factor behind this prediction. Key Points of the News: Monsoon Forecast: Rainfall expected to be […]

The study, led by Dr. Prasanna, involved a comprehensive analysis of the genomes of 9,772 individuals from various populations across India. The researchers identified approximately 180 million genetic variants, which are differences in DNA sequences among individuals. These findings were published in the Journal of Nature Genetics and provide valuable insights into the genetic diversity […]