UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 23, 2025

1. With reference to the Offshore Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 2002, which of the following statements is/are correct? The 2023 amendments to the Act allow state governments to retain royalties from offshore sand mining. The Act permits private sector ..

National Health Mission Extended

The Union Cabinet recently approved the continuation of the National Health Mission (NHM) for additional 5 years.  It has emerged as a very important force in enhancing public health across India. Launched to address various health challenges, the NHM has ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Link Between Dengue and Climate Change

Recent studies highlight the intricate relationship between climate factors and dengue fever, particularly in India. A collaborative research effort has revealed that specific temperature, rainfall, and humidity conditions during the monsoon season influence dengue transmission rates. This research, led by ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Snakebite Epidemic

Snakebites pose health crisis in India, claiming approximately 58,000 lives annually. The country is often referred to as the ‘snakebite capital’ of the world. This alarming statistic puts stress on the urgent need for effective prevention and treatment strategies. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Challenges of Smart Cities Initiative

Since its launch in 2015, India’s Smart Cities Mission aimed to transform urban landscapes by developing 100 cities with advanced infrastructure and sustainable practices. However, nearly a decade later, the initiative has faced challenges and criticism, with many projects failing ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

What is an Enemy Property?

In recent developments, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed actor Saif Ali Khan to appeal against a central government order declaring his family’s historical properties in Bhopal as “enemy property.” This case has been ongoing since 2015, with properties ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Project Stargate Explained

Recently, President Donald Trump unveiled Project Stargate, an initiative aimed at establishing a robust artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in the United States. Backed by a $500 billion investment, it is designed to enhance the country’s global leadership in AI technology ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 23, 2025

1. Which state government has launched Deendayal Upadhyay Bhoomiheen Krishi Majdoor Kalyana Yojana? [A] Andhra Pradesh[B] Chhattisgarh[C] Karnataka[D] Kerala Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Chhattisgarh] Notes:Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai launched the ‘Deendayal Upadhyay Bhoomiheen Krishi Majdoor Kalyana Yojana’ in ..

Breast Cancer’s Economic Impact in India

Recent studies indicate rise in breast cancer cases in India, with projections estimating an increase of 50,000 cases annually. The economic burden associated with these cases is expected to reach approximately $19.55 billion per year by 2030. This alarming trend ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Tamirabharani – Karumeniyar – Nambiyar River Linking Scheme

The Tamirabharani – Karumeniyar – Nambiyar River linking scheme is set to be inaugurated by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on February 7, 2025. This ambitious project aims to benefit over 15,000 acres in the rain-shadow regions of Tamil Nadu, specifically ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs