Maharashtra SEBC Quota Caste Validation Certificate Extension

In Maharashtra, students admitted under the Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) quota for the 2024-25 academic session have received a three-month extension to submit their Caste Validation Certificates (CVCs). Initially, a six-month extension was granted in June 2024. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Saffron Reedtail Damselfly Discovered in Karnataka

The saffron reedtail damselfly, scientifically known as Indosticta deccanensis, has been discovered in Madhugundi village, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. This finding marks the first record of the species in the northernmost part of the Western Ghats. Previously, it was known to ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Targeted Approach to Leprosy Eradication in India

India has made strides in combating leprosy. The country achieved the World Health Organization’s elimination status in 2005. This status indicates less than one case per 10,000 population. However, leprosy remains a public health challenge in certain regions.  The Union ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment 2025

The Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025 were recently published by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). This amendment aims to improve transparency and inclusivity in governance. It expands the use of ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Indian Navy Women Officers Cross Point Nemo

Recently, two Indian Navy women officers, Lt. Cdr. Dilna K. and Lt. Cdr. Roopa A., successfully navigated through Point Nemo, the most remote location on Earth, during their expedition aboard the sailing vessel INSV Tarini. This historic journey is part ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

RBI Conducts $5 Billion Dollar-Rupee Swap Auction

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently executed a dollar-rupee buy/sell swap transaction worth $5 billion. This operation is designed to inject liquidity into the Indian financial system. It was conducted amid ongoing liquidity deficits and concerns about global market ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 1, 2025

41. Which city is the host of first Raisina Middle East Conference? [A] Abu Dhabi[B] Riyadh[C] Cairo[D] Beirut Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Abu Dhabi] Notes:The first Raisina Middle East Conference was held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, on 28-29 January ..

The Rise of Card Tokenisation in India

Card tokenisation has rapidly transformed the digital payment landscape in India. As of December 2024, over 91 crore tokens have been issued, facilitating more than 320 crore transactions valued at nearly ₹11 lakh crore. This growth puts stress on the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Russian Icebreaker Collision in Kara Sea

The collision of the Russian nuclear-powered icebreaker, 50 Let Pobedy, with a cargo vessel in the Kara Sea on January 26, 2025, has raised concerns about safety and navigation in the Arctic region. The impact caused damage to the icebreaker ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Meghalaya’s Shift to Scientific Coal Mining

The central government has signed agreements with three local miners to commence scientific coal mining in two districts (West Khasi Hills and East Jaintia Hills districts). This decision comes after a decade-long ban on unscientific “rat-hole mining” imposed by the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs