Diarrhoeal Disease Challenges

Diarrhoeal diseases remain public health challenge in India. The World Health Organization (WHO) marks diarrhoea as the third leading cause of death among children under five. In India, approximately 1.7 billion cases occur annually. Unsafe water and poor sanitation are ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Health Current Affairs

Vibrant Villages Programme Phase Two Approved

The Government of India has recently approved phase two of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP). This initiative aims to encourage comprehensive development in strategic villages along international land borders. The total financial allocation for this phase is ₹6,839 crore. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Kazakhstan’s Largest Rare Earth Deposit Discovered

Kazakhstan has made discovery in the field of rare earth metals. The Ministry of Industry and Construction announced the finding of the largest deposit to date at the Kuirektykol site in the Karaganda region. This site is located approximately 300 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Hansa Next Generation Trainer Aircraft

India’s aviation industry is experiencing rapid growth, with over 10 crore passengers annually. To sustain this growth, there is an urgent need for approximately 30,000 new pilots in the coming years. The introduction of the Hansa Next Generation (NG) trainer ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Kannadippaya gets GI Tag

Kannadippaya, a traditional handicraft from Kerala, has recently been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition ensures market protection and elevates the craft to a global platform. The GI tag was granted to two artisan groups in Idukki district, ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs

Long-Snouted Vine Snake

Recently, a rare long-snouted vine snake (Ahaetulla longirostris) was rediscovered in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, Uttar Pradesh. This marked its first documented sighting in the state and only the second recorded instance in India. The discovery occurred during a rhino ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

UNCTAD Frontier Technologies Readiness Index

Recently, India and China emerged as the only developing nations with substantial private investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI). A recent UN report, UNCTAD Frontier Technologies Readiness Index, brought into light India’s advancements in technology readiness and AI capabilities, placing it ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

UN Resolution on Plastic Pollution and Human Rights

The United Nations Human Rights Council has made a landmark decision on the relationship between plastic pollution and human rights. On April 4, 2025, the Council adopted a resolution that acknowledges the need for a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

NCDRC Dismisses WazirX Case

The issue of cryptocurrency regulation in India has gained attention due to recent legal challenges faced by investors and exchanges. The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) recently dismissed a plea from investors claiming losses from a major hack at ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Modi’s 21-Point Action Plan for BIMSTEC Regional Cooperation

At the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, held in Bangkok, PM Modi unveiled a 21-point action plan aimed at enhancing cooperation among member nations. This plan aligns with India’s ‘Neighbourhood First‘ and ‘Act East‘ policies. The action plan addresses multiple sectors, including ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Summits and Conferences