Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 26-27, 2025

1. Which state government has launched “Samman Sanjeevani” app? [A] Haryana[B] Madhya Pradesh[C] Gujarat[D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Haryana] Notes:Haryana minister Shruti Choudhry launched the ‘Samman Sanjeevani’ app on National Girl Child Day 2025. The app tracks benefits ..

INS Sarvekshak Completes Hydrographic Survey in Mauritius

The Indian Navy’s INS Sarvekshak has successfully concluded a major hydrographic survey in Mauritius. This survey covered over 25,000 square nautical miles. The formal handover of the survey results took place on January 23, 2025. High Commissioner of India to ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Unused Cess Funds for Construction Workers in India

The issue of unutilised cess funds for construction workers has gained attention following a Right to Information (RTI) response from the Union Labour Ministry. The response revealed that welfare boards across various states have failed to allocate amount of cess ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Forest Fires in India

Forest fires in India have reached alarming levels. Recent data reveals that over five fire seasons, the country faced more than 1.1 million incidents. The period from November to June sees a surge in these fires, impacting ecosystems, wildlife, and ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India Faces Water Storage Decline

Recent reports indicate decline in water storage across major reservoirs in India. The Central Water Commission (CWC) has brought into light that water levels have decreased for the twelfth consecutive week. This decline is attributed to deficient post-monsoon and winter ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Unified Lending Interface (ULI) Pilot

The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) was launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to streamline the lending process. Since its pilot inception in August 2023, ULI has facilitated the disbursement of ₹38,000 crore across 7.5 lakh loans. This platform ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Study on Effectiveness of New MGNREGS Wage Payment System

The Aadhaar-Based Payment System (ABPS) has been a focal point of discussion in India since its mandatory implementation for wage payments under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) from January 1, 2024. This system aims to enhance ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 25, 2025

1. Consider the following: Khelo India Winter Games Winter Olympics Commonwealth Games Which of the above is/are primarily focused on winter sports? [A] Only 1 & 2[B] Only 2[C] 1, 2, and 3[D] 1 & 3 Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

Madhya Pradesh Enforces Liquor Ban in Religious Towns

Madhya Pradesh has recently taken step towards prohibition by banning liquor sales in 17 religious towns. This decision, announced by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, coincides with the 300th birth anniversary of the revered Maratha ruler Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. The towns ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Increasing Frequency of Multi-Year Droughts Worldwide

Multi-year droughts (MYDs) are increasingly common and severe, as brought into light by a recent 40-year study. The research indicates that these droughts have expanded globally, impacting ecosystems and water supplies. This trend is linked to climate change, which exacerbates ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs