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Karnataka Caste Census
The Karnataka caste census report was submitted to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on February 29, 2024. This comprehensive survey aimed to gather socio-economic data on various caste groups within the state. The report is based on data from the 2015 socio-educational ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
WHO Warns of Global Health Crisis from Aid Cuts
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarms about disruptions to health services due to reductions in official development assistance (ODA) for health. The cuts threaten health systems, especially in vulnerable regions. The WHO’s findings indicate an urgent need for ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: International / World Current Affairs
SAARC Development Fund
With cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development’s funding, local initiatives are gaining prominence. The SAARC Development Fund (SDF) stands out as important financial mechanism aimed at encouraging cooperation among South Asian nations. Established in 2005, the SDF has ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Punjab Bans Hybrid Rice Seeds
Recently, the Punjab government imposed a ban on the cultivation of hybrid rice varieties, citing concerns over groundwater conservation and environmental pollution. This decision has ignited a fierce debate among farmers, environmentalists, and the rice milling industry. While the government ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
Long-Range Glide Bomb ‘Gaurav’
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful release trials of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) named ‘Gaurav’. Conducted from April 8 to 10, 2025, these trials took place using the Sukhoi-30MKI fighter aircraft. This advancement marks step ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs
India Launches Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk
The Government of India has recently launched the ‘Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk’. This initiative aims to assist stakeholders in navigating the complexities of international trade amidst changing tariff landscapes. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced this development in ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Leaves Absorb Microplastics
Recently, a study revealed that plant leaves can absorb microplastics and nanoplastics directly from the air. This discovery marks the potential for these particles to enter the food chain. The research, conducted by multiple prestigious institutions, demonstrated how microplastics infiltrate ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
ENSO Neutral Conditions
Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña event. ENSO, or El Niño Southern Oscillation, influences global climate patterns. About ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
BM-04 Short-Range Ballistic Missile
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently introduced the BM-04, a next-generation short-range ballistic missile (SRBM), at a defence exhibition in Hyderabad. This missile is designed to enhance India’s conventional strike capabilities, particularly against Pakistan. About BM-04 The BM-04 ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs
India Revokes Transshipment Facility for Bangladesh Exports
Recently, India officially revoked the transshipment facility that allowed Bangladeshi exporters to transport goods through Indian territory to third countries. This decision has implications for trade logistics and costs, particularly affecting Bangladesh’s exports to Western markets. The move follows rising ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025
Category: International / World Current Affairs