Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 has revealed findings regarding education in rural India. The report marks improvements in learning levels and shifts in school enrolment patterns. Conducted by the NGO Pratham, the survey reached over 649,000 children ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Nagoba Jatara

The Nagoba Jatara is an important tribal festival celebrated by the Mesram clan of Adivasi Gonds in Keslapur village, Telangana. This eight-day event started on January 28 and is regarded as the second largest Adivasi fair in India. It draws ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 29, 2025

41. Who won the men’s and women’s singles titles at the Senior National Table Tennis Championships 2025? [A] Jash Modi and Yashaswini[B] Manush Shah and Diya Chitale[C] Payas Jain and Sreeja Akula[D] Akash Pal and Syndrela Das Show Answer Correct ..

Sewage Sludge Management and Reuse in India

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in India has recently addressed the pressing issue of sewage sludge management. With urban areas generating volumes of wastewater, effective disposal and reuse strategies are critical. The ministry has released an advisory aimed ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

UPI’s Dominance in India’s Digital Payment Landscape

The United Payments Interface (UPI) has fundamentally transformed India’s digital payment landscape. By the end of 2024, UPI accounted for 83% of the total payment volume in India. This is increase from 34% in 2019. Growth Metrics of UPI The ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Elephant Spotted in Namdapha National Park After 12 Years

Recent developments in Namdapha National Park have sparked renewed interest in wildlife conservation. An adult male elephant was recorded in the park after a 12-year absence. This sighting is for both ecological research and community engagement in conservation efforts. Namdapha ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Organophosphate Poisoning in Baddal

Recent events in Baddal village, Jammu and Kashmir, have raised serious health concerns. Seventeen residents died under mysterious circumstances. Initial symptoms included fever and respiratory issues. Doctors suspect organophosphate poisoning as the likely cause. Medical teams have responded swiftly to ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Etikoppaka Bommalu

Etikoppaka Bommalu is a traditional wooden toy craft from Andhra Pradesh. Recently showcased during the 76th Republic Day parade, these toys represent a blend of cultural heritage and sustainable artistry. The craft has evolved over 400 years, with artisans dedicated ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Surajpur Wetland Conservation

The Surajpur wetland, located in Greater Noida, is facing environmental threats. The primary concern is the discharge of polluted wastewater into its channels. The Greater Noida Authority has initiated a project aimed at protecting and conserving this vital ecosystem. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Epicoccum Indicum Fungi Species Discovered

Recently, researchers from Banaras Hindu University identified a new species of phytopathogenic fungi named *Epicoccum indicum*. This discovery is linked to an emerging leaf spot disease affecting *Chrysopogon zizanioides*, commonly known as vetiver or khus. This discovery marks the importance ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs