Page-4 of Current Affairs - March, 2025

New Contracts for NAMIS and Light Vehicles

March 28, 2025

Recently, the Ministry of Defence of India signed contracts aimed at modernising the country’s defence capabilities. These agreements, valued at approximately ₹2,500 crore, include the procurement of the Nag Missile System (NAMIS) and around 5,000 light vehicles. The contracts were ..

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Light Fishing Threatens India’s Coastal Ecosystems

March 28, 2025

India’s extensive coastline is facing challenges from illegal fishing practices, particularly light fishing. This method employs high-intensity artificial lights to attract fish, causing severe ecological damage and threatening traditional fishers’ livelihoods. Despite a national ban on this practice in 2017, ..

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Health Risks of Martian Dust for Astronauts

March 28, 2025

Recent advancements in space exploration have raised concerns about the health risks associated with Martian dust. Researchers from several prestigious institutions have identified the toxic components of Martian dust and the necessary precautions for astronauts. As NASA and the Chinese ..

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Reforming Central Bureau of Investigation

March 28, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is undergoing scrutiny and proposed reforms. A Parliamentary panel has recommended various changes to enhance its operational efficiency and accountability. These reforms aim to address current challenges faced by the agency, including personnel shortages ..

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National Guidelines on Medical Oxygen Management

March 28, 2025

Recently, the Union Health Ministry released the national guidelines on medical oxygen management and announced a national capacity building programme. The National Capacity Building Programme on Oxygen Management, led by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in collaboration with ..

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Masaki Kashiwara Wins 2025 Abel Prize

March 28, 2025

The Abel Prize for mathematics was awarded to Masaki Kashiwara in 2025. The 78-year-old Japanese mathematician received this honour for his contributions to algebraic analysis and representation theory. The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters recognised his work in developing ..

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India BioEconomy Report

March 28, 2025

The India BioEconomy Report was released recently by the Department of Biotechnology. It revealed that, in 2024, bioeconomy was valued at over $165 billion, contributing more than 4.2% to the national GDP. The Department of Biotechnology anticipates growth to $300 ..

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Ethnic Tensions in Manipur

March 27, 2025

The ethnic conflict in Manipur has drawn attention to the volatile region between Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts. This area has experienced violence, marked by recent clashes that resulted in loss of life. Various communities, including the Zomi, Hmar, and Kuki, ..

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Freshwater Ecosystems Face Deoxygenation Crisis

March 27, 2025

Recent studies reveal alarming trends in freshwater ecosystems. Climate change and heat waves are reducing dissolved oxygen (DO) levels in lakes globally. A comprehensive analysis of over 15,000 lakes indicates that 83% of them are experiencing deoxygenation. This phenomenon poses ..

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Discontinuation of Gold Monetisation Scheme

March 27, 2025

The Government of India has recently decided to discontinue the medium- and long-term components of the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS). This decision, effective from March 26, 2025, comes amid rising gold prices and a comprehensive review of the scheme’s performance. ..

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