India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Dispute

The ongoing border fencing dispute between India and Bangladesh has escalated recently. The Ministry of External Affairs of India affirmed its commitment to existing agreements concerning the border. This statement followed Bangladesh’s summoning of India’s High Commissioner in Dhaka, expressing ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Remembering Dulla Bhatti on Lohri

The annual celebration of Lohri in Punjab brings communities together around bonfires. On this occasion, the legacy of Dulla Bhatti, a folk hero from the 16th century, is celebrated. Dulla Bhatti is known for his resistance against Mughal oppression. His ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Mission Mausam Launched

Mission Mausam was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 14, 2025. This initiative marks the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which was established in 1875. The mission aims to enhance India’s weather forecasting and climate ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 15, 2025

11. In the light of tectonic activity, consider the following statements: The Pacific Plate is the largest tectonic plate on Earth. Subduction zones are where tectonic plates move apart. Mount St. Helens is an example of a volcano located in ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 15, 2025

11. Diego Garcia Island, that was recently seen in news, is located in which ocean? [A] Indian Ocean[B] Atlantic Ocean[C] Pacific Ocean[D] Arctic Ocean Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Indian Ocean] Notes:Fifteen Tamil Nadu fishermen were reportedly detained near Diego ..

C-DOT, IIT Mandi and IIT Jammu Collaborate to Develop Wideband Spectrum-Sensor ASIC-Chip

The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has recently partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) and IIT Jammu. This collaboration aims to develop a Wideband Spectrum-Sensor ASIC-Chip to enhance spectrum utilisation. The agreement, signed under the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

What is Nag Mark 2 Missile?

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has recently conducted successful field evaluation trials of the Nag Mark 2 missile. This third-generation fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile was tested at the Pokhran field range in Rajasthan. The trials demonstrated exceptional precision ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Odisha Joins AB PM-JAY Health Scheme

The National Health Authority (NHA) of India has recently signed a Memorandum of About (MoU) with the State Health Agency of Odisha. This agreement marks milestone as Odisha becomes the 34th state to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Watershed Development Component of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY)

The Watershed Development Component of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY) is focused on revitalising degraded and rainfed areas across India. Recent evaluations of past projects have shown promising results, including improved groundwater levels and increased farmers’ incomes. Overview ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Deccan Volcanism’s Impact on Tropical Flora

Deccan Volcanism, occurring approximately 66 million years ago, is renowned for its role in mass extinctions, particularly affecting the dinosaur population. Recent research reveals a less destructive impact on tropical flora, suggesting that these volcanic eruptions may have encourageed the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs