CRPF VIP Security Group Established

In January 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) officially disbanded the Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and merged it with the VIP Security Group (VSG). This transition follows the withdrawal of the PDG ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Kampala Declaration on Agriculture

The Extraordinary African Union Summit on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) concluded in Kampala, Uganda, on January 11, 2025. The summit adopted the Kampala Declaration, which sets a transformative agenda for Africa’s agri-food systems from 2026 to 2035. ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Gangasagar Mela 2025

The Gangasagar Mela, Hindu pilgrimage held annually on Makar Sankranti, has recently faced the impacts of climate change. Sagar Island, located in the Ganges delta, hosts this festival where millions gather for sacred rituals. Recently, the event brought into light ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Kanuma Panduga Festival

Kanuma Panduga is a vibrant festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, India, coinciding with the Makar Sankranti harvest celebrations. This year, it was celebrated on January 15. About Kanuma Panduga Kanuma Panduga marks the Sun entering the zodiac sign Capricorn, an ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Supreme Court on Conjugal Rights

Recently, the Supreme Court has clarified that proceedings for the restitution of conjugal rights and maintenance are independent. This decision emphasises that a husband must continue paying maintenance to his wife, even if she does not comply with a court ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 16, 2025

1. With respect to the Clouded Leopard, consider the following Statements: They are neither a true great cat nor a true small cat, because they cannot roar or purr. Clouded leopards are classified as ‘vulnerable’ by the IUCN due to declining ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 16, 2025

1. What is the name of India’s first indigenous micro-missile system designed to counter swarm drones? [A] Bhargavastra[B] Agni[C] Vayu[D] Saryu Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Bhargavastra] Notes:India has successfully tested the Bhargavastra, its first micro-missile system to counter swarm ..

Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project

The Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (PKC-ERCP) is initiative aimed at enhancing irrigation in Rajasthan. This project will impact 23 districts and is crucial for providing water for irrigation, drinking, and industrial use. However, it poses environmental challenges, particularly regarding the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs