Page-5 of Current Affairs - March, 2025

‘Control of Pollution’ Scheme

March 27, 2025

The recent parliamentary report marks issue regarding pollution control funding in India. The Union Environment Ministry allocated Rs 858 crore for the ‘Control of Pollution’ scheme in the financial year 2024-25. However, less than 1% of this allocation has been ..

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New Pamban Bridge

March 27, 2025

On April 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the New Pamban Bridge in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu. This event coincides with Ram Navami, marking milestone in India’s infrastructure development. The bridge, measuring 2.5 kilometres, enhances connectivity between mainland India ..

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Vertically-Launched Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)

March 27, 2025

On March 26, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully conducted a flight test of the Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM). This test took place at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. ..

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India’s First National Cooperative University

March 27, 2025

The Lok Sabha recently passed the Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025, marking step in cooperative education in India. This initiative aims to establish the country’s first national cooperative university at the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) in Gujarat. The ..

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Concerns Over Amendments to Right to Information Act

March 27, 2025

Recently, civil society groups expressed concerns about amendments to the Right to Information (RTI) Act. These changes were introduced through the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act of 2023. Activists and experts met with Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the ..

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Lyme Disease Treatment Breakthrough

March 27, 2025

Recent advancements in Lyme disease research have revealed a promising target for therapeutics. Scientists have identified an enzyme called BbLDH, crucial for the survival and infectivity of the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. This discovery paves the way for more effective treatments ..

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What is Dx-EDGE Initiative?

March 27, 2025

Recently, India launched the ‘Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise’ (Dx-EDGE) initiative. This platform aims to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with essential digital tools and knowledge. The initiative is a collaboration between the Confederation of Indian Industry ..

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Judicial Appointments in India

March 27, 2025

The recent controversy surrounding the discovery of cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has reignited discussions on judicial appointments in India. This debate has been ongoing since the establishment of the judiciary, with changes ..

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Disaster Management Amendment Bill 2024

March 27, 2025

The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 has recently been passed by the Indian Parliament. It aims to enhance the functionality of disaster management authorities at various levels. The Bill amends the Disaster Management Act of 2005, which established the National ..

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Loitering Munitions

March 26, 2025

Loitering munitions, often referred to as “kamikaze drones,” are transforming combat dynamics. These advanced weapons combine the surveillance capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the precision of guided missiles. They hover over targets, tracking them before striking with lethal ..

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