WHO Warns of Global Health Crisis from Aid Cuts

The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarms about disruptions to health services due to reductions in official development assistance (ODA) for health. The cuts threaten health systems, especially in vulnerable regions. The WHO’s findings indicate an urgent need for ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

SAARC Development Fund

With cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development’s funding, local initiatives are gaining prominence. The SAARC Development Fund (SDF) stands out as important financial mechanism aimed at encouraging cooperation among South Asian nations. Established in 2005, the SDF has ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Punjab Bans Hybrid Rice Seeds

Recently, the Punjab government imposed a ban on the cultivation of hybrid rice varieties, citing concerns over groundwater conservation and environmental pollution. This decision has ignited a fierce debate among farmers, environmentalists, and the rice milling industry. While the government ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs

Long-Range Glide Bomb ‘Gaurav’

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently completed successful release trials of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) named ‘Gaurav’. Conducted from April 8 to 10, 2025, these trials took place using the Sukhoi-30MKI fighter aircraft. This advancement marks step ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

India Launches Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk

The Government of India has recently launched the ‘Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk’. This initiative aims to assist stakeholders in navigating the complexities of international trade amidst changing tariff landscapes. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced this development in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Leaves Absorb Microplastics

Recently, a study revealed that plant leaves can absorb microplastics and nanoplastics directly from the air. This discovery marks the potential for these particles to enter the food chain. The research, conducted by multiple prestigious institutions, demonstrated how microplastics infiltrate ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

31. Consider the following statements: The “Big Four” venomous snakes in India have established commercial antivenoms. The absence of species-specific antivenoms for pit vipers poses a major healthcare challenge. The government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030. ..

ENSO Neutral Conditions

Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña event. ENSO, or El Niño Southern Oscillation, influences global climate patterns. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

BM-04 Short-Range Ballistic Missile

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently introduced the BM-04, a next-generation short-range ballistic missile (SRBM), at a defence exhibition in Hyderabad. This missile is designed to enhance India’s conventional strike capabilities, particularly against Pakistan. About BM-04 The BM-04 ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

31. Which city is the host of STREE Summit 2025 on women’s safety and empowerment? [A] Hyderabad[B] Bhopal[C] Chennai[D] Bengaluru Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Hyderabad] Notes:The Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) hosts the second edition of the STREE (Safety, ..