Women in India’s Manufacturing Sector

India’s manufacturing sector plays a vital role in its economy, contributing nearly one-fifth of the GDP. However, women’s participation in this sector remains alarmingly low. The share of women in India’s formal manufacturing workforce declined from 20.9% in 2015-16 to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Article 142

Recent developments in Indian politics have brought into light tensions between the judiciary and executive branches. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has raised concerns regarding a Supreme Court ruling that imposed a deadline on the President to sign bills passed by ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Vehicle-to-Grid Technology (V2G)

Recently, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) launched a pilot project to explore Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. This initiative aims to assess the feasibility of integrating Electric Vehicles (EVs) into Kerala’s power ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 19, 2025

31. Recently, which international naval force under Operation ATALANTA has proposed a joint naval exercise with the Indian Navy? [A] NATO Standing Naval Force[B] Indonesian Navy[C] African Maritime Task Force[D] European Union Naval Force Show Answer Correct Answer: D [European ..

Flue Gas Desulphurisation

The Union Environment Ministry is reconsidering its 2015 mandate for Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) in all coal-fired plants. A recent study by the National Institute of Advanced Studies suggests that FGD should only be required for plants using imported or ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Uttarakhand’s Adarsh Sanskrit Village Programme

The Uttarakhand government has initiated the Adarsh Sanskrit Village Programme to promote the ancient language of Sanskrit. The decision was made on April 15, 2025, by the state cabinet. This initiative aims to teach Sanskrit in one selected village from ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Vulture Conservation in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has successfully bred and prepared six vultures for release into the wild. This initiative aims to boost the endangered vulture population and enhance ecological balance. The vultures, originating from the Vulture Conservation Breeding Centre in Kerwa, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Tamil Nadu and Gujarat Space Policies for 2025

The Tamil Nadu Cabinet recently approved the Tamil Nadu Space Industrial Policy 2025. This policy aims to position the state as a leader in space innovation and high-value manufacturing. It follows the draft policy released in July 2024, which has ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Climate Change Threatens Global Blood Supply Chain

Climate change is increasingly impacting various sectors, including healthcare. Recent studies highlight how climate instability threatens the global blood supply chain. Researchers warn that rising temperatures and extreme weather events jeopardise blood safety and availability. This situation poses challenges for ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Direct Benefit Transfer System’s Achievements

India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has revolutionised welfare delivery since its inception in 2013. By 2025, it has achieved remarkable efficiencies, saving Rs 3.48 lakh crore and halving subsidy allocations. The system has expanded from 11 crore beneficiaries to ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs